Real talkThis isn’t for everyone — depends on your laptop model and your comfort opening it up. It’s the biggest speed boost but costs money and effort.

Bill of materials

• Compatible RAM sticks or an SSD
• Screwdriver (if replacing hardware)

Assembly

1. 1Check how much RAM you have and what your laptop supports.
2. 2Buy compatible RAM or an SSD drive.
3. 3Power off and unplug your laptop.
4. 4Open the back panel carefully.
5. 5Remove old RAM or hard drive.
6. 6Install the new RAM or SSD.
7. 7Close the panel and boot up.
8. 8Reinstall OS or clone your old drive if you swapped HDD for SSD.

⚠ Opening your laptop can void warranty and damage parts if done wrong.