PC Build – Hardware Upgrades to Speed Up Computer – DIY in 5 Ep 118
PC Build – Hardware Upgrades to Speed Up Computer – DIY in 5 Ep 118
Today, we’ll be answering that age-old question: if I could upgrade one single piece of my PC, what are my options and what should I choose? What should I upgrade next? Well, first — we need to acknowledge what exactly your needs are.
Add RAM
Let’s say you run more demanding software, like photo and video editing applications, or you’re a gamer with a computer that’s lagging more than it should — you might want to consider upgrading your RAM. First, adding more RAM is among the easiest and most accessible of upgrades you can make and, even better than that, it’s more affordable than it’s ever been so you can save a lot. Typically, even if you’re not the most tech savvy among us, adding newer and better RAM will provide you with instant results — just make sure to check the system specs to assure your system isn’t already at its maximum RAM capacity.
Upgrade Storage
If your PC runs at the perfect speed of lickety-split, but you need to expand your storage space, then the answer for you might be to upgrade your storage. In general, expanding your storage capacity will allow you faster boot times, faster running speeds and greater responsiveness when using those huge data gobbling programs like Photoshop or Final Cut or, you know, the latest FPS. The first thing to find out — are you using an old school HDD? Because if you are, you should consider upgrading to an SSD. SSD’s, or Solid State Drives, give you a much faster response time than a traditional Hard Disk system, however, it’s a bit more expensive per gig. Luckily prices have come down a TON over the years, so an SSD upgrade is more affordable than ever.
New GPU
You might be thinking “My computer is already super-fast and has a lot of memory, but my games still lag so much.” If this is you and you have the cash flow for it, you may want to invest in a new GPU (Graphics Processing Unit). The general rule for higher tier games or editing software is that if your frame rate dips below 60 FPS you should consider upgrading. The integrated graphics processors standard with your computer could be fine — they allow watching 4K video, doing some work on Photoshop and playing a lot of games — however, if you are serious about gaming or editing, a new GPU is an investment you should make.
New Case
What if you just want to update its appearance? A new case could be your answer! There’s a lot of options — different sizes, designs and lots and lots of different features to keep in mind. First of all — how big a case do you need? From here, answer questions like — “what quality of a case can I afford” and “what sort of aesthetics do I want?” Do you the glass panel to see the inside of the computer? Another thing to consider to improve your rig’s appearance would be adding RGB.
Fans and CPU cooler
What if your computer is super-fast but runs hot? Let’s take a gander at your fans and CPU cooler. First, fans are typically not too difficult to upgrade as they are mostly designed to be modular — LEGO for adults! Smaller fan or bigger fan — they can both work just fine. A bigger fan doesn’t have to work as hard and tends to be quieter, but whatever you get, it must fit in your rig. And if you like RGB you can get fans with those too.
If you’re always overclocking your computer and you’ve got the highest of the high-end everything, but your rig still lags — let’s get you a liquid cooling system, kiddo! The advantage here is that they get rid of the heat silently and efficiently and look really cool; the disadvantage is that they can be on the pricier side and they are more advanced to install. Also, they only cool certain areas of the computer, so you’ll still need a fan to cool the rest of it.
The last thing you might consider upgrading is your motherboard or your processor but be warned that both are VERY advanced things to tackle and can start to become very expensive as you typically need to upgrade both at the same time and may need an update for your BIOS. If you can get better performance by doubling your RAM or updating your hard drive, we recommend trying this first.
And that’s it! Those are the options as we see them! We always love to hear from you, so let us know in the comments below if we were able to help you figure out what is best for you to upgrade! Then make sure to like this video and subscribe to this channel for future tech tips. My name’s Trisha Hershberger and you’ve been watching DIY-in-5!
Thanks so much, can you help me Im already using 2 ssd and I wanted to upgrade since the Motherboard has 4 slots for ssd for another ssd. Can I use 3 ssd on my rig? A320MH with 8 Gb Ram?
As a female from the Bay Area, I’m so happy to see more representation from our community. Keep up the amazing videos! 👌🏾
Love the Hershberger but she seemed a bit fllat in this one. Tough times to be jovial l. Still gave her
thumbs up though.
I suspect not everyone would recognise the Six Million Dollar Man audio – but we have have the technology, we can rebuilt him! 🙂
One year later.. the "Just buy a new GPU" sounds funny 🙂
I built a new computer back in November, and I’m already thinking of upgrading my case (since I got a cheap case just to build it). Then I’ll add more hard drive storage, but then I’ll need to add a bigger PSU. But now it’ll be time to upgrade my CPU, and I want faster RAM, and now the graphics card needs upgrading.
I think I’ll just leave it as it is for now.
Your awesome Mrs. Hershberger, stay healthy everyone.
My computer is okay. Now what?
Dips over 60 fps? LOL who even play with 60fps
hey Trisha ~ let’s make sure you’re running at maximum ram capacity 😉 …then it will be – that’s what she said haha
lickity what?
Thanks like thanks thats it
I would love to replace my couple of 12TO HDD drives with SSD but as far as i can see high capacity SSD drives are not really a common thing and i’m pretty sure it won’t be before a while unless Kingston can make this happen without requiring customers to be all billionaire corporations CEOs….
Besides her look which is not that important for quality content, She is a great presenter, knowledgeable, expressive, and charismatic. She makes information easy to understand. This is an amazing channel. I am a new subscriber.
Beautiful Trisha in orenge
PC case need Upgarde if cables / front USB / power button are not working
can i be ur computer student?
I’m in love
Ma’am, {as PE4Doers bows appropriately) please don’t be upset with myself or others in your Officer’s corps for bringing this up again, however your ‘special’ team continues to await your orders, for the you know NOITANIMOD DLROW. May I ask with the utmost respect, can we at least keep our skills sharp by practicing on those that have posted disrespectful comments {bowing head even lower)?
I am here to see her talking only
Im always upgrading storage & ram
her body is very unproportional.
that part is so big
😁
You look smarter & better with your glasses!
Great rig
erghm the comments sections full of simps…
I just want to know how to build a pc, I dont care how big her personality is!
your amazing……huge hugs….cheers from Canada
Can you be my upgraded girlfriend?
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A that’s what she said joke that she said.
I would like to build my own computer but I need some help. I not gaming. Video editing and photography.
I only watch when Trisha is narrating. All of the others dont get my time, EVER
you are very orange today ~ just call me peter peter the pumpkin eater 😉
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She’s SO cute and adorable with a face and smile like no other!
TRISHA HERSHBERGER!!! Man I missed you!
Hey Trisha, I started doing video edits, what can I upgrade on my PC. I have Asus Motherboard M5A78L-M, AMD FX 6300 6-core 3.5GHz, 34Gb DDR3 1600MHz, AMD R7-370 series, 120GB SSD, 1TB HDD, and my PSU is 600 watts. What do you recommend I can start upgrading? Thanks!