I recently found my 2017 Lenovo Ideapad 320, and while it does have 1TB of storage, it's incredibly slow—like taking about 40 seconds just to open Chrome. I'm wondering if this laptop could handle games like The Sims 4 or Silent Hill, or if it's going to struggle too much. I'd really love to use it since it has a bigger screen than my newer laptop.
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40 seconds to open Chrome? Yikes! If that's the case, gaming might be a stretch. You might want to look into upgrading the RAM or even getting an SSD to speed things up.
An SSD could make a huge difference! I had a similar experience, and switching to an SSD really improved performance. Plus, you could replace the DVD drive for extra storage.
Honestly, I wouldn't expect much from it for gaming, especially since it lacks a dedicated GPU. Older laptops like this one struggle with games that have modern graphics. You might want to manage your expectations.
It's tough to say without knowing exactly what hardware you have. You should compare what’s installed on your laptop with the minimum requirements for the games. If you’re aiming for decent performance, check the recommended specs too.
You might want to check the minimum hardware requirements for those games and see how your laptop stacks up against them. That’s the best way to get an idea of whether it'll run smoothly or not.
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