Troubleshooting Underwhelming PC Performance: Seeking Guidance

Are you perplexed by your computer’s performance, especially when it should be delivering better results? If so, you’re not alone. I recently ran performance tests on my setup, and the scores were surprisingly low. I find myself questioning whether my components are outdated, improperly configured, or in need of some maintenance. I would greatly appreciate any insights or advice from the community.

Here’s a snapshot of my current performance metrics:

• UserBenchmarks: Game Performance at 35%, desktop at 26%, and Work Applications at 33%. You can view the detailed test results here.

Let’s break down my components and their performance scores:

| Component | Model | Performance Score |
|———–|——-|——————|
| CPU | Intel Core i7-8700 | 21.1% |
| GPU | Nvidia GTX 1070 | 70.3% |
| SSD | SK hynix SC311 SATA 128GB | 42% |
| HDD | Seagate Barracuda 7200.14 2TB | 100.1% |
| RAM | Unknown 8ATF1G64AZ-2G6H1 2x8GB | 46.7% |
| Motherboard | Alienware Aurora R7 | N/A |

My CPU and SSD performance, in particular, are concerning, with the CPU scoring only 21.1%. This raises a few questions: Are my components old or becoming obsolete? Is my system not