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Install more RAM

Installing more RAMis a quick-fire way of improving your PCs speed and performance.

Similarly, you must ensure the RAM you purchase is compatible with your motherboard and your existing RAM.

An AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D slotted into a motherboard

RAM is pretty easy to get hold of and at a decent price.

For instance,Corsairs Vengeance RGB 32GB DDR5-6400 RAMis often on sale at just under $100.

Its a quick win for a nice performance boost thats also easy to install.

A set of TeamGroup T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 RAM modules in a motherboard

A new CPU

you might think of your computers CPU as the heart of your PC.

Otherwise, youll have to fork out more on upgrading those, too.

Whether you opt forAMDorIntel, there are plenty of CPUs to choose from.

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If you want to upgrade your PC further in the future, its worth future-proofing your new CPU.

For example, theAMD Ryzen 7 5700Xoffers DDR4-3200 support, whereas theAMD Ryzen 7 7700Xoffers DDR5-5200 support.

Pair that with a configurable mouse, and youve got a good starting point to boost your setup.

A Samsung 990 EVO SSD with its retail packaging

For a more versatile setup, a USB hub is worth considering to expand your connectivity options.

This is especially useful if youre working with a laptop or a desktop with limited ports.

An AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D on a desk

Peron using an RGB gaming mouse and keyboard at a desk

A young teenager is playing a PC game and celebrating a victory.