Is it worth upgrading my PC

Richeh · 31 May 2007 at 12:42

Right I currently have a:

3200AMD64
1GB Geil Ram
Radeon 9800Pro
1 80GB WE SE HDD
1 160GB IBM HDD

Now I know this is old by everyones standards but I don't use my computer to play games (have a PS3 and 360 for that) so am wondering, is there anything that I could upgrade to get a boost in basic desktop performance?

The only thing I can think of is memory, maybe going up to 2GB (Am running XP Pro). Any other ideas?

Ross1234 · 31 May 2007 at 12:47

just ram and processer if your running vista
EDIT: just saw xp pro. Does your spec not run fine?

steve258 · 31 May 2007 at 12:48

Unless you are running a lot of apps at the same time (which case you may want to consider X2 as well) 1Gb is enough for normal desktop usage IMO.

Lanz · 31 May 2007 at 13:46

Your system shouldnt really be slow, not for desktop use. I'd say before you go spending some money, just re-install Windows, as that always gives the old dog a new lease of life.

Disable all non-essiential services, optimize your pagefile etc, you'll be suprised how nippy you can make windows.

Squink · 31 May 2007 at 14:17

I suppose a cheap dual-core upgrade might be an idea if you do lots of video or graphical work. If you're just a 'normal' non power user, non gamer, your listed spec will probably be fine for ages yet.