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    dv7 memory question

    Discussion in 'HP' started by twistedhp, Apr 23, 2011.

  1. twistedhp

    twistedhp Newbie

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    i have a dv7-4285 will going from 6 gigs to 8 make a diffrence ?
     
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    Xonar Notebook Deity

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    Welcome to NBR!

    It really depends on what you will be mainly using your computer for. Daily tasks such as browsing the web, email, word, watching movies, etc will not see a benefit from 6 GB to 8 GB. Even gaming won't see a tangible difference in the increase.
     
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    what would be the best upgrad then i do want to play all the newer games on it , is it worth finding out if my laptop will take a diffrent processor , or a ssd as hdd ?
     
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    Your processor is more than capable for today's demanding games. What is holding you back is your video card -- AMD Radeon HD 6370. While is not a horrible card, by any means, it is still a lower tier card. It should be fine though with most games at a lower resolution and medium-low settings.

    An SSD would improve your day-to-day tasks, most noticeably boot-up times for Windows and opening up programs. In terms of gaming you would notice load times be much faster and snappier, but your FPS is determined mainly by your video card's capabilities.

    Unfortunately, there is no way to upgrade your video card. It is soldered onto your motherboard and not replaceable.