(04-16-2010, 11:28 AM)Ryuzashi Wrote: So i dont have much money and i wanna upgrade my computer the max i can before i eventually buy a new one.
I wanna know whats the max CPU i can put in my system.
Here is my motherboard info:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/docum...ct=3354761
Now assuming i read correctly... The max i can use its this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6819103772
Correct? Or i can use something better?
Also how much of a improvement is a dual core 3.0 from dual core 2.4 ? Is it that big of a deal?
Will it have a big impact on Dolphin?
Serious posts from now on.
Have you read about unlocking cores in Athlon II and Phenom II cpu's?
A Sempron 140 (single core, 2.7ghz) can unlock to an Athlon II 440, and can easily overclock over 3.0ghz, it is clock by clock faster and cooler than a 6000+@3.0ghz.
You need a good motherboard for that too, one that allows core unlocking.
I recommend a motherboard with Chipset AMD 770 with DDR2 support (for your current RAM).
Take into account, not all k10 (Phenom II family) CPU's will unlock unused cores. So, it's like gambling.
I won't guide you, but will throw some good keywords you'll search if you really are willing to take the risk.
- ADVANCED CLOCK CALIBRATION
- PROCESSOR BATCH (which ones inside a model are more probable to unlock)
- SEMPRON 140 UNLOCKING
- AMD 770 AM2+ (for motherboard)
The CPU, will cost around 35-45 USD
The motherboard (any socket AM3, chipset 770 or better with DDR2 memory support should do) should go between 70-100. Example.
Again, it's the only cheap way to make a quick upgrade < 140 USD, but you have to make proper research and be 100% sure the cpu you choose will unlock the second core.
Now it's up to you.
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Just in case you really want to spend more money, you could try an Athlon II X3 cpu.
Those can unlock a fourth core but I doubt you'll find that one really useful, better go with adding an extra 100 or 200mhz via OC.
The thing is, if you already have enough RAM, then picking the right motherboard will save you from spending in new DDR3 modules.
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Here's an AMD motherboard list, for more alternatives
ASRock Conroe 1333-D667
Intel Pentium Dual Core E2180 2.00GHZ
2GB ram
Windows XP x64
Ati Radeon HD3650 256mb GDDR3
Intel Pentium Dual Core E2180 2.00GHZ
2GB ram
Windows XP x64
Ati Radeon HD3650 256mb GDDR3