Which processor

[Guest]

Hi there

Im looking to upgrade my Processor but have no idea where to start, im
currently running an AMD Duron(tm) version 5.1.2600.0 and running windows XP.

Im only looking to spend say 70-80 quid, is it possible to get a fairly good
one for this, if so which should i go for as i have no idea what will be
compatible with my compter.

Many Thanx

Simon

 

[Guest]

Hi Simon

You have not given any details about your motherboard / pc so it may be
running the fastest CPU it can. OR were you getting a new mo/bo as well.?

Without knowing any other details about your pc i can only suggest.....
I would not upgrade just the cpu because depending on the motherboard it is
probably just a waste of money.
I would wait until you can afford a cpu, motherboard and depending on how
old your pc is new memory (DDR)

Read the reviews people have left and the specs and you will be able to work
out what other bits you need to get the best out of your ££££
At a guess i would say you have SDRAMM ( 2 groves cut into the stick of ram.
DDR has 1 grove)
If you have SDDRAM then i wouldnt spend anymoney on the pc as it is old....!!

On this site
http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/store/2/cat/Processors

navigate.... processor, motherboards, desktop memory and select what you
like. 939 pin cpus are what I like but the whole kit (pci-e graphic cards and
a 24pin psu could put the price up)
Or go for a Skt A which is much cheaper.

Have a look and see what your budget can do.
939pin is what I would buy as it it the best in my opinion. it also has best
future upgrade options for the future. ( x2 dual core cpus 939pin.)

Hope this is of help to you.

Phill

 

[Guest]

Hi again.

Forgot to say,
The web link is what I use to buy bits for my pc builds.
I have not found anyone cheeper. and I dont work for them.
Phill

 

[Mike Hall - MS MVP Windows Shell/User]

What you get is entirely dependant on your motherboard.. go to the
manufacturer website and look to see what is compatible with your system..

 

[Guest]

Hi there

Yeh sorry suddenly realised id missed that bit out, i have had a new
motherboard fitted but had to have an old processor fitted at the time, the
Motherboard is a ABIT KV7 Series - AMD Athlon XP System Board Socket 462

Do i simply need to match the Socket number?!

Thanx

Simon

 

[Guest]

Hello.
MMmmm it is an old board, Technically known as a retired board.
Hope you got it at a bargain price!!!!!

It is also known as Socket A. (462) yes you would match these numbers to
the processor. 939=939 cpu 754 mo/bo=754 cpu etc
What is the speed of your cpu that you have?

http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/sear...1&strSearch=&intSubcatUID=267&bolShowAll=true

as you can see not much of a choice, Other sites may have more choice

regards.

 

[Guest]

its like a 953mhz or somethin rubbish like that, ive had a look around an can
probably get up to a 2500 so will go for one of those

thanx for the help

 

[Frank]

Standards must match for the, MB, CPU, RAM.

its like a 953mhz or somethin rubbish like that, ive had a look around
an can
probably get up to a 2500 so will go for one of those

thanx for the help