How can i improve my PC perofrmance

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  1. Super001

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    #1 Super001, Jul 23, 2011
  2. x86

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    #2 x86, Jul 23, 2011
    First things first - what do you need the PC for? What types of applications do you use? For an average user, I would say that it is 'OK'.

    Hardware-wise, you could do with a better graphics card (especially if you are running high-end games or watching HD movies).

    Software-wise, you could do alot. if you really want to squeeze every drop of performance from your existing hardware...
     
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    #3 Daz, Jul 23, 2011
    Make sure hyper-threading is enabled in your BIOS. I've come across a few systems that support it but have it disabled :animatedwink:

    You might want to try to overclock your CPU to around 3.20GHz too although I wouldn't recommend it if you've got poor stock cooling.
     
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    #4 Super001, Jul 23, 2011 (OP)
    Thanks for replying

    and i'm kinda heavy user in using multi applications in same time . and i use normal games really.

    but sometimes my computer freezes or being heavy at use ,but now after format it went better

    and can i ask how can i enable the hyper-threading ( where can i find it )


    thanks =]
     
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    #5 Daz, Jul 23, 2011
    It will be in your BIOS somewhere, not sure where though.

    Basically in task manager under the performance tab your CPU usage history should have two graphs if it's enabled.
     
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    #7 Super001, Jul 23, 2011 (OP)
    Thanks everybody for help ,i'll check and tell u what's new with it :)
     
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    #8 Super001, Jul 24, 2011
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    hello again

    i have decided to buy a new CPU and there's the options for me

    1- Pentium Dual Core E5700 (2M CASH) == 55 JD == 80$
    2-Core 2 Duo E8400(C0) (6M CASH) == 110 JD == 150$

    So as u can see it's about the double in price , but does it really worth to pay this difference ,as i need a CPU that could last with me for about 2-3 years more

    and i also play some heavy games on computer .

    so what do u think ?

    another question ,as u can see in the 1st picture in topic my video card NVIDIA GEFORCE 210 ,which is 1GB .
    what do you think about nvidia 9600 gt 1GB

    as i got both and want to know which one to use and better ?
    Thanks again :)
     
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    #10 Super001, Jul 25, 2011 (OP)
    hello again

    Thanks everyone for your advice i have bought new CPU Pentium Dual Core E5700
    and it's going great now with me :)

    but still thinking of changing it of better one if I can :p


    =]
     
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    #11 x86, Jul 25, 2011
    That's good news :)

    The CPU option you just went for was a good value for money. No need to spend more $$$ in my opinion. Still, if you are itching to improve further on your existing hardware - consider a more powerful graphics card. But, as I said, make sure you really need it...
     
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    #12 starams5, Jul 26, 2011
    @Super001

    The price of SSD's has gone down, you can buy a 40Gb (boot drive) for $80-90 bucks..... Good performance boost.
     
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    #13 nestsoft, Aug 1, 2011
    use a intel core i3 processor
     
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    #14 comp_tech, Oct 14, 2011
    I wish this will better help you. microsoft.com. There are some reviews and details there that you failed to apply, I think you better check those out and try running your PC 6times greater. :) goodluck!