upgrade from i5-3570k to i7-3770k

mrbowler

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Hi everyone! I was wondering if it was worth it to upgrade from my 3570k to the i7-3770k? (I have an ASUS p8z77-v pro motherboard, and it can only handle socket 1155.)

If it is worth it to upgrade, then can I just swap the cpu out without having to format my hard drives or do anything else? (I have only built a rig from the ground up, but have not had to upgrade it before.)
 

scoobydenon

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It depends on how your PC is used. Yes just swap them out, no formatting required. The 3770K can handle 8 threads is abit faster, it's what I have and I'm happy with it. Make sure you have descent cooling air or water for this processor though, best of luck...
 

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