Lexar NM620 SSD is experiencing sudden performance drops. The second drive is already failing and requires assistance.
Lexar NM620 SSD is experiencing sudden performance drops. The second drive is already failing and requires assistance.
You're weighing two paths for your PC upgrade. On one hand, you could focus on individual improvements—swap the existing SSD for a faster one, upgrade the GPU, or add more RAM. This might give you a noticeable jump in performance without replacing everything at once. On the other hand, selling the current build and building a new system with modern specs (like an Intel i5 14th Gen) could offer better long-term value and future-proofing. A solid SSD recommendation would be to go with a high-speed NVMe drive around 500-600MB/s for a clear boost in loading times and responsiveness.
I see your plan to keep using this rig long-term. If you upgrade to a system with at least Gen 4 support and install a 1TB NVMe SSD, it could help reduce or eliminate the health issues you're experiencing. However, whether the problems will disappear completely depends on the root cause of your hardware and software setup. Upgrading components often improves performance and stability, but persistent issues might still arise if underlying problems remain.
I reside in Sri Lanka, which means I need to think about my cost there.
Gen 3 Gen 4 offers almost no significant difference in real life. Avoid upgrading unless necessary. Make sure you're familiar with your existing worn drives—they might not be that worn after a clean start. Current 1TB storage supports 600TBW. Keeping the drive above two-thirds capacity lets you add another 200TB. I see, @OddOod misunderstood the country. 1TB units cost roughly Rs. 25,000, and 16GB RAM should suffice if you don’t have many open tabs. The 2666MHz frequency isn’t terrible. I’d stick with it. The GPU could see a big boost though. 2nd point, not for a 14th generation, upgrading would be expensive. You can still gain a lot by simply swapping the GPU before full replacement. Edited October 30, 2025 by leclod
Note the average data usage on your drive and track it weekly. If the browser plays a role, adjustments can help lessen strain. I also rely on a separate SSD for Windows page files, keeping the OS drive distinct.
Sure, I can clarify what you mean by "once you erase them and start fresh?" It sounds like you're asking about resetting or clearing something and beginning anew. Regarding your Lexar NVMe M.2 SSD drive, it’s likely you want to format it as a new drive, which is why you’re using a fresh Windows installation. As for your Chrome, Edge, and Brave tabs, keeping many open can slow things down—consider closing them when not in use. For your GPU upgrade, upgrading the power supply is important if you plan to do that, and Corsair 550W with bronze certification is a solid choice.
Consider Lexar, but it seems less reliable compared to Samsung or Corsair. For long-term storage needs, Samsung or Corsair M.2 Gen 3 SSDs might be more stable and better suited for your requirements.
Your SSD holds 256GB, with 160GB already stored. Most of those cells remain untouched and fully functional, which is good news. The system is aware of this and isn't relying heavily on them. I found some information suggesting otherwise, but it seems incorrect—clearing the drive won’t resolve the issue. Consider upgrading to more RAM instead. Others have mentioned that when RAM fills up, the OS must write data to the slower HDD. Your current setup with a 3070 and 550W PSU looks solid. You can also lower the GPU voltage to reduce power use, which is straightforward. Updated October 30, 2025 by leclod
previous NVMe experience shows that fresh OS updates didn't help much. Upgrading RAM seems like a better path to improve SSD performance. For your setup, DDR4 up to 2999 MHz is supported on your motherboard, but with an I5 10400F you're limited to around 2666MHz. Local sellers don’t usually offer RAM at that speed, especially not for gaming. Consider brands that support 2666MHz or higher. Regarding the GPU, I’m not sure about overclocking—stick with stable settings unless you’re comfortable experimenting. Your current configuration uses 2GB of 2666MHz memory, which should work fine if you keep it that way.