
For hard-core gamers and new-comers alike, we know that sometimes our gaming PCs can be a little slower than we would like them to be. Here are three ways you can speed up your gaming PC at home.
Check in-game settings
Our first tip to speed up your gaming PC Some games may automatically select game-play settings for you so it is worth checking these out before you play. Losing some screen resolution may be a worthwhile trade off if it speeds up the game.
Free up disk space
Naturally, the more games you play and the more extensive these games get, the more disk space they use up. If you have a PC with limited disk space, freeing this up can be a nice quick fix to getting your PC running smoother. Try and get rid of games, documents or downloads you no longer need.
Close any background programmes
When in the midst of an intense gaming battle, you need all the power you can get. If you have other applications or files open in the background which aren't needed, these will be sucking away valuable power. Before you play, make sure no unnecessary programmes are open and running.
Boost your Wi-Fi
When your gaming PC is running slow, it may in fact not be the PC at all, but your Wi-Fi causing the issues. You can check your Wi-Fi speed using online checkers with just one Google search, it’s super easy! We usually recommend an internet speed of above 20 Mbps for a good gaming experience. If your Wi-Fi is running a little slow, you could invest in a booster (you can get these for around £15 online) or even use an ethernet cable if your PC is near your Wi-Fi box.
Gaming PC still running a little slow?
If you have tried all the fixes known to man, it may be time to invest in a new PC. Browse all our gaming PCs online today.