Recent content by Gforce77i

So CPU-Z by CPUID is a really good bit of software that tells you all about the details, sockets, wattage etc. Also RAM details, slots, graphics and more of any PC or laptop. You can use that to inform your upgrade without opening up the laptop too, but I always prefer a double check. You can...

Well Win11 does have slightly different CPU requirements so not all old laptops will be supported, in fact many more may not be. I have x2 HP 255 G7, one a 4yr old i7, not supported by win11 and a 3yr old AMD that is. Use this website below to check if the CPU upgradable, it depends on the...

Sounds a bit too loud for my liking..

No there isn't a cut out on the casing for it, there are a few models of these HPs that are identical. I have a couple of 255 G7 which are identical. You would need to use an external drive/caddy. Why do you need an optical drive anyway..?

When you say you cleaned it, what exactly did you do? Are we talking about an external clean where material could have entered through the vents or are we talking about an internal clean, clearing dust from fan/vents etc?

I would probably get a refurbished over a budget. If the basic specs are decent on the refurb, you can always upgrade most other parts unless cpu is soldered to the board. Batteries, RAM, storage, fans, heat sinks all replacable/upgradable. Budget laptops tend to have less option in this case...