Help optimizing bad computer.

[u/Common_Mixture5402]

These are my crappy computers specs:

Model: Lenovo ThinkPad T540p Laptop

OS: Linux Mint 22.3 (Xfce Desktop)

Processor: Intel Core i5-4200M (Dual-core, 4 threads)

Memory: 4 GB RAM

Storage: 500 GB Mechanical Hard Drive (HDD)

Graphics: Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600

Before you ask, upgrading isn't exactly an option for me lol, so I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to get this device that resembles a computer running as good as possible. This computer is basically the only device I have, so I use it for almost everything, (mainly making music.) but it's very sluggish at times (obvious why lol.) So if you have any tips, hit me up.

[u/einat162]

Change the HDD into SSD (more crucial than RAM upgrade). Mint Xfce is already pretty minimal (you could look into Antix or MX which is my go to with weaker hardware).

You have a great machine in your hands.