My HP *Intel corei5 is very slow - lagging

[Pottie797]

Intel COREi5 10thn Gen laptop

[Garp_senchau]

@Pottie797, Welcome to HP Support Community,

Thank you for posting your query; I’m here to help by guiding you through steps to resolve this issue

I'm sorry to hear that your HP device is experiencing performance issues. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially improve the performance of your Intel Core i5 HP computer:

Update Software and Drivers: Ensure that your operating system and drivers are up-to-date. You can use HP Support Assistant or Windows Update to check for any updates.

Check for Malware or Viruses: Run a full system scan using Windows Security or any reliable antivirus software to ensure your system is not infected with malware.

Manage Startup Programs: Disable unnecessary programs that automatically run at startup. This can be done through the Task Manager under the 'Startup' tab.

Free Disk Space: Make sure there's enough free space on the hard drive. You can use "Disk Cleanup" to remove unnecessary files.

Upgrade Hardware: If possible, consider upgrading your RAM or switch from HDD to SSD for better performance and faster boot times.

Adjust Power Settings: Make sure your computer is set to High Performance under Power Options.

Clean Physical Parts: Ensure that the device is clean and free from dust buildup, which can cause overheating and sluggish performance.

Reference: Slow Laptop? 15 Fixes to Speed Up Your PC

I hope this helps.

Please feel free to reply here if you have any questions or if you need further clarification on any of the steps. 

Take care and have a good day. 

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