My CPU Usage Is Always High! What Simple Upgrades Can Help?

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Asked By CuriousCat88 On

Hey everyone! I'm having a tough time with my CPU running at 95-100% all the time. Most of my PC parts are over 10 years old, and I'm thinking it's time to upgrade. I know a bit about my components but honestly, the technical stuff can be overwhelming. My CPU is an Intel Core i5-4460 running at 3.20GHz. I have 16GB of DDR3 RAM and an Intel HD Graphics 4600 card. My motherboard is an ASUS Z97 Pro Gamer. The performance lags a lot during use, and while I'm not looking for the latest and greatest parts, I need recommendations that fit within a budget. Compatibility is a concern for me too, as I don't want to run into issues when purchasing new parts. Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

3 Answers

Answered By TechWizard42 On

To really tackle those performance issues, you might want to consider adding a budget graphics card like an NVIDIA GeForce 1050 Ti. It’s usually pretty affordable, around $60, and can give your system a nice boost. Also, a clean install of Windows might help clear up some bloatware that could be slowing things down. Good luck!

Answered By BudgetBuilder101 On

Honestly, it sounds like your best bet could be going for a whole new build. With a budget of around $200-$300, you could pick up a used PC that offers better performance than what you have now. Just keep your current setup as a backup if you can!

Answered By HelpfulHarry89 On

Location plays a vital role in determining what's available and affordable. Where are you based? It might help fine-tune your options.

CuriousCat88 -

I’m from Sweden! Shipping costs can often be more than the actual parts.

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