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Yes, it's a good idea.

Yes, it's a good idea.

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Derpoloni
Junior Member
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03-09-2025, 09:18 PM
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She mentioned her PC was slow, and I suspected the CPU was the issue. Checking Task Manager showed the CPU always at 100%. Upgrading to a newer core i5 or i7 seemed possible, but used stock prices were similar to a 12th-gen model. Trying to buy used electronics didn’t work since she refused. I’m unsure whether to get a current-gen CPU with a new motherboard or stick with the same generation.
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Derpoloni
03-09-2025, 09:18 PM #1

She mentioned her PC was slow, and I suspected the CPU was the issue. Checking Task Manager showed the CPU always at 100%. Upgrading to a newer core i5 or i7 seemed possible, but used stock prices were similar to a 12th-gen model. Trying to buy used electronics didn’t work since she refused. I’m unsure whether to get a current-gen CPU with a new motherboard or stick with the same generation.

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mor3y
Junior Member
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03-11-2025, 04:39 PM
#2
I’d completely refresh the setup by switching to a different platform, honestly.
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mor3y
03-11-2025, 04:39 PM #2

I’d completely refresh the setup by switching to a different platform, honestly.

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serviliano111
Member
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03-13-2025, 12:26 AM
#3
Consider a fresh setup. You could check with her about a laptop or a solid prebuilt option. I’m ready to take the risk if the system turns out to be incomplete. (Minimal power supply) (Probably an old hard drive.)
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serviliano111
03-13-2025, 12:26 AM #3

Consider a fresh setup. You could check with her about a laptop or a solid prebuilt option. I’m ready to take the risk if the system turns out to be incomplete. (Minimal power supply) (Probably an old hard drive.)

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03-13-2025, 02:03 AM
#4
I’d like to know how much she’d be ready to invest in a new system. If she shares a price, I can post it here and others can assist in locating an option.
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DerHerrNachbar
03-13-2025, 02:03 AM #4

I’d like to know how much she’d be ready to invest in a new system. If she shares a price, I can post it here and others can assist in locating an option.