[SOLVED] Help Choosing New PC Again

[mkmossop]

I posted this a while ago but never ended up buying anything.

My computer is falling apart though and I definitely need something now.

Wondering if anyone could tell me if either of these two pc's are an upgrade from my current one...

Not looking for a huge upgrade... just something marginally better. I chose the cheapest one I could find that has an improvement in screen resolution.

https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/produc...b-hdd-intel-uhd-graphics-win-10-home/15203687

I would also replace the HDD with an SSD, which I hope is still possible in new laptops.

My pc stats are below.

 

[Why_Me]

Here's a review on the cpu in that HP laptop.

Intel Core i5-1035G1 10th Gen Upper-Mid-Range Laptop CPU – Laptop Processors

laptoping.com

 

[mkmossop]

I gotta say I have no idea what any of that means, but it seems like an upgrade over what I have now.

 

[Why_Me]

I gotta say I have no idea what any of that means, but it seems like an upgrade over what I have now.

That HP is a good deal by the looks of it. Much faster cpu and RAM for under a grand.

 

[mkmossop]

Ok thanks very much.

If you don't mind taking the time to look at this, how does it compare to this one? I'm in Canada so would rather order from here, but the US has better deals:

https://www.amazon.com/HP-Display-I5-8265U-Graphics-Natural/dp/B085MVXZYD

 

[Wolfshadw]

I think what bothers me most about the newer laptop is the processor's 1.0GHz base speed. This means while at stock speeds, it's only drawing 15 watts, but if the system kicks in Turboboost, it's going to draw more power, generating more heat and decreasing battery life; needing a recharge sooner than later.

Everything else says it's a better processor, but that still bothers me. Instead, I'd probably be looking to see if a RAM upgrade in your current system is possible.

-Wolf sends

 

[mkmossop]

Ok had no idea about that thanks.

My current pc is actually ok. I'm just looking for an upgrade because it's falling apart. Back of the screen is breaking and usb ports don't work anymore.

 

[Wolfshadw]

Ok had no idea about that thanks.

My current pc is actually ok. I'm just looking for an upgrade because it's falling apart. Back of the screen is breaking and usb ports don't work anymore.

In that case, disregard my previous suggestion and go with the new laptop.

-Wolf sends

 

[mkmossop]

Oh k thanks.

If it matters my current battery is total crap (lasts maybe 2 hours), so anything better than that would be an improvement.

 

[SkyNetRising]

I'm just looking for an upgrade because it's falling apart.

Does your new pc absolutely have to be a laptop?

 

[mkmossop]

Ya basically... can't go back to desktop.

 

[mkmossop]

Hey hoping someone can help me finalize this.

I've narrowed my search down to these two pcs:

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/174467683398?ul_noapp=true

HP Notebook 15-dy1071wm Product Specifications | HP® Customer Support

Looking for upgrade or update information? Trying to find the names of components or programs? This document contains the technical details for this product.

support.hp.com

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/283935157326?ul_noapp=true

HP Notebook 15-dy1971cl Product Specifications | HP® Customer Support

Looking for upgrade or update information? Trying to find the names of components or programs? This document contains the technical details for this product.

support.hp.com

Both of them have 256 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSDs. I don't really know what all that means, but I know it's not the same as a standard internal 2.5" SSD.

I have my own large 2.5" internal SSD I want to install, but no idea if these laptops will have a slot for it. HP support is no help at all. How can I figure out if there's an extra slot for an internal SSD?

Edit: nevermind I think I found the answer as it does not specify the ability to add it under "expansion".