Why is my PC slow even though it is nearly new?

A new PC can be slow if it came with a mechanical hard drive instead of an SSD, or if it is bloated with pre-installed trialware. An initial cleanup can work wonders.

How much does upgrading to an SSD cost?

The SSD itself costs between 300 and 700 MAD depending on capacity. Add the cost of installation and Windows reinstallation if needed. It is the most cost-effective investment for a slow PC.

Can a virus make my PC slow?

Yes, absolutely. Malicious software (cryptominers, adware) consumes significant system resources in the background. Running a full antivirus scan is always a great first step.

How do I know if my PC supports an SSD?

Almost all PCs manufactured after 2010 accept a 2.5" SATA SSD. Newer models often support NVMe M.2 SSDs, which are even faster. Contact us with your PC model to double-check.

Slow PC: How to Make It Fast Again

A computer that takes 5 to 10 minutes to boot, freezes on every click, or takes forever to open a simple document… This is the #1 issue people contact us for. Good news: in the vast majority of cases, a slow PC is not a dead PC. Here is how to diagnose the cause and, above all, how to fix it.

Why Has Your PC Become Slow?

Before looking for a solution, you need to understand the root cause. In our workshop, we find that 90% of slowdowns stem from one of these four reasons.

Aging mechanical hard drive: this is the #1 cause. Traditional hard drives (HDDs) slow down with age and become a major bottleneck.
Too many startup programs: every installed software tries to launch when Windows starts, hogging system resources.
Lack of RAM: with 4 GB or less, Windows 10/11 struggles to run modern applications smoothly.
Viruses and malware: malicious software can run in the background to mine cryptocurrency or send spam, overloading your CPU.

Free Solutions to Try First

Before spending any money, try these simple steps that often resolve the issue.

Restart your PC (a full restart, not sleep/hibernate): this clears system memory and ends frozen background processes.
Uninstall software you no longer use via Windows Settings.
Disable startup programs: press Ctrl+Shift+Esc → Startup tab → disable anything that is not essential.
Clean up files using the built-in Windows Disk Cleanup tool to remove temporary files.
Run a full scan with Windows Defender or a trusted antivirus program.

The Most Effective Solution: Upgrade to an SSD

If your PC is over 3 years old and still uses a mechanical hard drive, replacing it with an SSD is by far the most dramatic upgrade you can make. Boot time drops from minutes to seconds, apps launch instantly, and the entire system feels brand new.

The cost is very affordable today: a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD costs between 300 and 700 MAD, plus installation. It literally gives your computer a second life for a fraction of the cost of a new PC.

When Should You Add More RAM?

If you already have an SSD but your PC slows down whenever you open multiple tabs or apps, it is likely due to a lack of RAM. Upgrading from 4 GB to 8 GB (or 8 GB to 16 GB) transforms your multitasking experience. Check first if your PC model allows memory upgrades.

When Is It Time to Replace Your PC?

Let us be honest: if your PC is 8–10+ years old with an ancient processor and a limited motherboard, investing in upgrades is no longer cost-effective. But in 80% of the cases we see in our workshop, a simple software cleanup or drive upgrade is enough to keep it going for another 2–3 years. Ask for a diagnosis before buying a new one.