Last edited by Funky_Finny (2007-12-28 09:45:50)
You'd need a new mobo to make buying a new CPU worthwhile, which may involve changing your RAM and GPU, or may not. You haven't given enough information to tell.Funky_Finny wrote:
I've recently got 2GB of RAM and a nVidia 7600GT and I feel my tiddly 2.4Ghz P4 is letting the team down a bit. What would be a decent CPU for a decent price to maximize the use of my computer?
I'm not buying anything just now, just hit me with a few ideas and things that would work well with my setup.
Last edited by Bertster7 (2007-12-28 09:48:09)
What do I need to tell?Bertster7 wrote:
You haven't given enough information to tell.
A P35 with an E6750 would be what I'd go for...
What type of RAM (presumably DDR or DDR2, worst case scenario it could be Rambus crap) and what GPU slot, PCI-E or AGP.Funky_Finny wrote:
What do I need to tell?Bertster7 wrote:
You haven't given enough information to tell.
A P35 with an E6750 would be what I'd go for...
and how much would that be?
I dont think there is much you can upgrade with that (cpu wise). I suggest getting a a whole new system if you want a new cpu. Like everyone is saying P35 chipset with a E6750 will do just fine.Funky_Finny wrote:
DDR1. AGP GPU slot..
And would I be able to transfer my ram and gou, even if it isn't that good?Computer_Guy wrote:
I dont think there is much you can upgrade with that (cpu wise). I suggest getting a a whole new system if you want a new cpu. Like everyone is saying P35 chipset with a E6750 will do just fine.Funky_Finny wrote:
DDR1. AGP GPU slot..
No.Funky_Finny wrote:
And would I be able to transfer my ram and gou, even if it isn't that good?Computer_Guy wrote:
I dont think there is much you can upgrade with that (cpu wise). I suggest getting a a whole new system if you want a new cpu. Like everyone is saying P35 chipset with a E6750 will do just fine.Funky_Finny wrote:
DDR1. AGP GPU slot..
Bertster7 wrote:
No.Funky_Finny wrote:
And would I be able to transfer my ram and gou, even if it isn't that good?Computer_Guy wrote:
I dont think there is much you can upgrade with that (cpu wise). I suggest getting a a whole new system if you want a new cpu. Like everyone is saying P35 chipset with a E6750 will do just fine.
Your RAM and GPU are pretty much obsolete.
Last edited by Freezer7Pro (2007-12-28 14:42:14)
Not a clue, downloading now.Freezer7Pro wrote:
I'm going to give you other advice than the others, because that CPU can be upgraded, and depending on the model, there might be less or more gain.
Now, is it a socket 775 or 478? And is it a Northwood or Prescott core?
If you don't know, download CPU-Z (Google it) and just send a screenshot.
Last edited by Funky_Finny (2007-12-28 15:49:46)
Hmmm, to put it politely mate your fucked lol :\Funky_Finny wrote:
Not a clue, downloading now.Freezer7Pro wrote:
I'm going to give you other advice than the others, because that CPU can be upgraded, and depending on the model, there might be less or more gain.
Now, is it a socket 775 or 478? And is it a Northwood or Prescott core?
If you don't know, download CPU-Z (Google it) and just send a screenshot.
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa17 … halp-1.jpg
Last edited by Bell (2007-12-28 16:09:30)
Wise decission imho for nowFunky_Finny wrote:
Well, shit. I just spent £60 on a graphics card (which I could still keep) Then £40 on RAM which is pretty obsolete if I get a new mobo...
I'll stick with this setup until it really starts to get to me, then I'll get a new one. Thanks for all the help, +1's all round.
Last edited by Mek-Izzle (2007-12-29 05:25:24)
Last edited by Freezer7Pro (2007-12-29 10:45:44)
...okay, but why pump money into a system you'll need to upgrade soon anyway? It's a waste to do anything at this point tbh.Freezer7Pro wrote:
Yet again, that system can propably be saved, and upgraded to acceptable level. The 3+GHz Northwoods and Prescotts might work on that mobo, and you can definitly upgrade to a 3.06GHz Northwood. They're not so expensive (obviously) at eBay. This CPU might work with your system, if the mobo supports FSB800. This one too.
This is one of the best-performing CPUs that can be almost guaranteed to work with your motherboard, but it is rather expensive.
Now, if your motherboard supports FSB800, it might support the Prescott 478 processors.
This is a competely ok Prescott Core P4, wich could dofor some time. Prescotts are also among the best overclocking CPUs there are. Just get the right cooler and you'll be huffing in 4GHz. Assuming your motherboard is good, that is.
Find out what make and model your motherboard is, and we'll find better CPU.
If he's got like $50 to spend on tech, why not spend it on making his computer at least half-decent, so he'll survive?CommieChipmunk wrote:
...okay, but why pump money into a system you'll need to upgrade soon anyway? It's a waste to do anything at this point tbh.Freezer7Pro wrote:
Yet again, that system can propably be saved, and upgraded to acceptable level. The 3+GHz Northwoods and Prescotts might work on that mobo, and you can definitly upgrade to a 3.06GHz Northwood. They're not so expensive (obviously) at eBay. This CPU might work with your system, if the mobo supports FSB800. This one too.
This is one of the best-performing CPUs that can be almost guaranteed to work with your motherboard, but it is rather expensive.
Now, if your motherboard supports FSB800, it might support the Prescott 478 processors.
This is a competely ok Prescott Core P4, wich could dofor some time. Prescotts are also among the best overclocking CPUs there are. Just get the right cooler and you'll be huffing in 4GHz. Assuming your motherboard is good, that is.
Find out what make and model your motherboard is, and we'll find better CPU.
Because for just a extra hundred bucks, he could have a better bang for the buckFreezer7Pro wrote:
If he's got like $50 to spend on tech, why not spend it on making his computer at least half-decent, so he'll survive?CommieChipmunk wrote:
...okay, but why pump money into a system you'll need to upgrade soon anyway? It's a waste to do anything at this point tbh.Freezer7Pro wrote:
Yet again, that system can propably be saved, and upgraded to acceptable level. The 3+GHz Northwoods and Prescotts might work on that mobo, and you can definitly upgrade to a 3.06GHz Northwood. They're not so expensive (obviously) at eBay. This CPU might work with your system, if the mobo supports FSB800. This one too.
This is one of the best-performing CPUs that can be almost guaranteed to work with your motherboard, but it is rather expensive.
Now, if your motherboard supports FSB800, it might support the Prescott 478 processors.
This is a competely ok Prescott Core P4, wich could dofor some time. Prescotts are also among the best overclocking CPUs there are. Just get the right cooler and you'll be huffing in 4GHz. Assuming your motherboard is good, that is.
Find out what make and model your motherboard is, and we'll find better CPU.
But that's still 100 bucks more. 200% more. (Assuming he's got $50... Lol.)Crypto_420 wrote:
Because for just a extra hundred bucks, he could have a better bang for the buckFreezer7Pro wrote:
If he's got like $50 to spend on tech, why not spend it on making his computer at least half-decent, so he'll survive?CommieChipmunk wrote:
...okay, but why pump money into a system you'll need to upgrade soon anyway? It's a waste to do anything at this point tbh.
And by spending 50 now, he's wasting a third of what it would cost to make the system much better. Don't spend money for the sake of spending money, you'll get nowhere.Freezer7Pro wrote:
But that's still 100 bucks more. 200% more. (Assuming he's got $50... Lol.)Crypto_420 wrote:
Because for just a extra hundred bucks, he could have a better bang for the buckFreezer7Pro wrote:
If he's got like $50 to spend on tech, why not spend it on making his computer at least half-decent, so he'll survive?
Spot on.Defiance wrote:
And by spending 50 now, he's wasting a third of what it would cost to make the system much better. Don't spend money for the sake of spending money, you'll get nowhere.Freezer7Pro wrote:
But that's still 100 bucks more. 200% more. (Assuming he's got $50... Lol.)Crypto_420 wrote:
Because for just a extra hundred bucks, he could have a better bang for the buck
