Tips for improving the CPU/MBOA/RAM performance
Tips for improving the CPU/MBOA/RAM performance
Hey everyone, I’m still getting used to things, and my old PC is really slow. It’s a 4-core, 4-thread i5-4590 running on an MSI B85-G43 graphics card with just 8GB of RAM that struggles even with basic browsing on Chrome. The CPU hits full capacity when only a few tabs are open, and the RAM feels like it’s from the 90s. It’s not just Chrome—it’s slow for all programs, with noticeable lag and some apps freezing or not responding at all. The screen and other parts often freeze for a moment before restarting. I was thinking about getting new RAM, but since the CPU is already struggling so much, it doesn’t seem like a good idea.
I ran some memory tests and didn’t see any big problems, so it looks like my hardware is just too old for today’s needs.
My budget is around 600 AUD, and I’m trying to keep things simple. I have two standard fans, an 8TB HDD, a Silver Stone SSD, a 600W PS, and a slow 1050Ti GPU that I don’t plan to use much.
What I’m considering upgrading includes:
- CPU
- Motherboard and RAM (planning to add a 2/4TB SSD later)
- System usage: mostly browsing (often 50 Chrome tabs open), some video editing, torrenting, photo editing, and watching movies.
Are you planning to get a new monitor?
- I’m thinking about pairing it with a 43" Philips 438P1 (3840 x 2160) and possibly swapping to a BDM3201F 32" if needed.
- Should I keep using Windows?
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
- Overclocking: yes
- Planned upgrade setup:
- Intel E5-2690V4
- ATX motherboard with 256GB LGA2011, 64GB DDR4 ECC RAM
- Price: around 600 AUD
My main concerns are:
1. Are there any major problems with this configuration? Did I miss something?
2. Is there a better option that fits the budget?
3. Can you help me make it quieter?
Thanks a lot!
No entiendo bien tu sistema, pero ayer construí uno para la hija de mi paisajista como regalo usando piezas antiguas: Gigabyte EP45-UDL3R, E8400, 8GB DDR3-1333, GT9600 GPU, y un viejo SSD Crucial 256GB con Windows 10 2H22, Office 2021 y Chrome en español. Fue muy rápido con 10 pestañas abiertas. Realicé Prime 95 al 100% sin problemas de temperatura. Te sugiero revisar tu hardware actual, ya que tu CPU es mucho mejor que la que usé. Recomiendo quitarlo todo y hacer un nuevo sistema con limpieza intensa y aplicación de pasta nueva para optimizar tu inversión. Además, obtén un PDF de tu equipo para conocer sus límites de memoria y actualizaciones.
Perhaps you should search for a fully used machine instead. It feels outdated, and I’m uncertain which Windows version would work best with it. I don’t understand how these server CPUs compare to similar prices. Those chips were over $2000 when they launched, and now they seem almost worthless... at least to those who buy servers. The main issue I notice is that the ad you saw for the CPU is actually a 2650, not a 2690. The listing mentions various CPU models, but the image and details clearly state it’s a 2650. I’d be very cautious about purchasing from this vendor, especially since they ship directly from China.
Yeah, my understanding is that businesses update their servers often and there are just so many of them on the market; simple supply and demand. My mate runs a 2690 and finds it very well-equipped at anything he throws at it.
And while there's always some risk involved w- buying from China, I'm not sure why you think it's a 2650? It has a drop down menu with different prices and images, not to mention the seller's rated 100% w-1000s of sales.
I usually open most web pages without scripts enabled, which made it show just one option and avoided the dropdown.
Typically you encounter some error when the page needs scripts.
It seems odd that something costly is so cheap.
Although I suspect it might be from China, the price seems reasonable compared to similar used CPUs sold on Amazon in the USA and shipped domestically.
It becomes questionable when the price drops to a fraction of what you can find elsewhere, like on AliExpress.
Ask your friend about the Windows version they use.
Microsoft has changed its policies so consumer versions don’t run on server chips—though they might still work but with limited performance.
Now, devices like the 14900k have many cores, so it’s unlikely they’re intentionally designed for such simplicity anymore.
Yeah, I initially thought the same thing, but after asking him many questions and doing some research, everything seems to make sense. He uses Windows 7 by choice but has also installed 10 on it for others, which is what I’m currently using. And, honestly, I wouldn’t buy anything PC-based from AliExpress, but with eBay I feel I have a bit of protection.