Upgrade Your Gear: Easy Wins at the Computer Store

🚀 Speed Boosters

• Solid-State Drive (SSD) – If you’re still on a hard drive, swapping to an SSD is the single biggest upgrade. Faster boot times, instant app launches, and a snappier feel overall.
• NVMe M.2 SSD – For newer systems, this is the next step up. Blazing-fast read/write speeds that make even large file transfers feel instant.

🧠 Memory Matters

• Add More RAM – 8GB is fine for light use, but 16GB is the sweet spot for gaming and multitasking. Creators and power users benefit from 32GB+.
• DDR5 RAM – If your motherboard supports it, DDR5 offers faster speeds and better efficiency.

🎮 Graphics & Gaming

• Upgrade Your GPU – For gamers, this is the most noticeable leap. The latest NVIDIA RTX 40/50 series or AMD RX 8000 cards bring higher frame rates and ray tracing.
• External GPU (eGPU) – A neat option for laptop users who want desktop-level graphics power.

❄️ Keep It Cool

• Better Cooling – A simple fan upgrade or an all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooler keeps temps down, extends component life, and can even improve performance.

🔌 Other Quick Wins

USB-C Docking Station – One cable to rule them all: power, displays, and peripherals.

New Keyboard & Mouse – Mechanical keyboards and precision mice can transform your daily experience.

High-Refresh Monitor – Moving from 60Hz to 144Hz or 240Hz makes everything smoother, not just games.