Is DDR5 that much faster --runs less hot ?? Would be advantageous in a small print box ...

I got this in April.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09SZ53RH8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Blazingly fast and quiet too.

It's definitely a better choice than what you linked to, CJo, for almost the same money.

You can't just pop ddr-5 RAM in any computer and have it make any difference. The motherboard has to be compatible, and for that, you'll need something more modern.

FWIW, the computer you linked to is a 6th generation Intel. We're at 14th generation now (with 15 around the corner), so that's an 8 year old machine.

Also, for what you want to use it for, you should really have a discreet graphics card, IMHO. Any half decent one would cost more than that computer by itself. However, if you select a little more money, you could get an AMD based machine with solid on board graphics, something like a mini pc with a 7840hs, 7940hs, 8845hs, processor, etc, as they all have 780M graphics built in.

Btw, all of the above processors use ddr-5 RAM.

That’s too expensive. He might need a um, complimentary version of Windows too.

If there is a simple "tool" to drag/transfer from my existing tower?? I will buy .... All my programs ...Win 10 & CS 4 >> fall into place on the MINI

There isn’t.

Generally speaking, you can copy files easily enough. However, you cannot copy programs, because many of them, as part of the installation process, update your registry. So you should plan on reinstalling (and updating) your software as well.

I'll sell you a Macbook Pro set up for audio and with CS on it. You might even be able get Logic and Reaper.

Going to run CS 4 Photoshop ..and surf -- run dual monitors ---Scanner software ....that's it basically ...

The desktop in use is about 10 years old ...might be time :-)

Hope they have simpler software to "transfer" my Programs ...

That’s too expensive. He might need a um, complimentary version of Windows too.

YES ::: just realized the one you have suggested forgot to include WIN 10 ??

It comes with WIN 10 + 1

Never mind!

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Suggest you don't hire the tech that installed Windows 10 and didn't give you the software licenses

I do wonder if one of the little minis with built in graphics has good enough graphics hardware for hardcore photoshopping...depends on your needs I guess.

It probably would not be good enough for some professional graphics designers.

it was obvious.

I don't know why I waste my time, why we all waste our time.

cant you just steal them until you figure out how to operate them?

If you have the install discs for all the programs you want to load it should be possible - I would not count on finding old versions of stuff on the web - especially photoshop which I believe is all subscription now.

That machine I shared can do that without sweating. Don't forget it has a C-port for dual monitor output using something like a Selore to 2 HDMI adaptor (plus many usb outs etc)

Also the USB 3 connections can be attached to any portable SSD drive capacity you desire.