upgrading from 2600 to 3770

BlankInsanity · Feb 1, 2014

just curious, I currently have a Core i7 2600 but im upgrading to a Core i7 3770 which uses the same socket LGA 1155, which means I can use the same motherboard(Asrock Z77 Extreme 4) So my question is, would I need to format my hard drive?

I know you have to format your hard drive for a motherboard change however this is a CPU change using the same motherboard.. so...

CTurbo · Feb 1, 2014

Nope. You're good to go unless you need to update your BIOS first. You're getting the i7 3770k right?

azzazel_99 · Feb 1, 2014

Why dint you overclock the 2600.

BlankInsanity · Feb 1, 2014

because like I said its a Core I7 2600 not 2600K. Im getting the 3770 but I will consider the 3770K however overclocking isn't really my thing, though the extra $20 will mean it can benefit me, however thatmeans I'd have to my a CPU cooler, hmmm

azzazel_99 · Feb 1, 2014

Doesn't have to be a k to over clock.

BlankInsanity · Feb 1, 2014

azzazel_99 :

Technically your right, You can overclock non K CPUs, however not the base clock, you can only overclock the boost clock which only comes in when needed. Overclocking the boost clock as well requires motherboard that support it

CTurbo · Feb 2, 2014

Going from a 2600 to a 3770 is not worth the money. Getting a 3770k and overclocking might make it a worthy upgrade, but even then probably not because I'm sure the last thing your system needs is more cpu power.

BlankInsanity · Feb 2, 2014

CTurbo :

Forgot to put this on insight.
I've taken the 2600 from an old dell desktop, My father would like to take this desktop for his flight simulator usage, but it's useless without a CPU, so he gave me the option of either getting another 2600 to replace the desktop or pick a new CPU to use with my build and he takes the 2600. In this case it'd be the 3770 maybe the K.

CTurbo · Feb 2, 2014

Ah ok. Well then 3770k if you want to overclock. Xeon e3-1230v2 if you don't want to overclock.

BlankInsanity · Feb 2, 2014

CTurbo :

That's a server processor.. Why would I want that for gaming

CTurbo · Feb 2, 2014

It is nothing more than a re-badged i7 3770 minus 100/200mhz, integrated graphics, and about $80

azzazel_99 · Feb 2, 2014

Get the 3770k. Not overclocking is basically wasting money. If I wasnt o erclocking my 2500k it would be a outdated processor but since I am overclocking it I just bought myself an extra year or two before needing to upgrade and its a hoss at 4.4ghz.

BlankInsanity · Feb 2, 2014

Alright I decided on the 3770k. Will I be able to OC to 4.2Ghz with a CM Hyper Evo 212? with reasonable temps? I don't want to result to liquid cooling

azzazel_99 · Feb 2, 2014

should be able too although im not for sure. 3770k is a much better choice than the non K. It really saves you money in the long run for the ability to oc.

BlankInsanity · Feb 2, 2014

azzazel_99 :

Yep, now let's hope I get it right, never done it before. I hear that the 3770K doesn't need as much volts as the 3570K so it has a lower minimum voltage when at 4.2Ghz is this true?

(watching several OC guides on this specific mobo)

azzazel_99 · Feb 2, 2014

dont even mess with voltage. Just the multiplier

BlankInsanity · Feb 2, 2014

azzazel_99 :

oh ok, I've recently found this: http://www.overclock.net/t/1198504/complete-overclocking-guide-sandy-bridge-ivy-bridge-asrock-edition

Should I follow it but ignore the offset changes of +0.005v? aswell as the Turbo Boost of +0.004V?

I read on this guide setting it to AUTO could create overvolting etc.

azzazel_99 · Feb 2, 2014

Well what I did is see what kinda voltage the auto setting was setting my 2500k too then at the 4.2 or 4.4 clock I had I took the voltage off auto and put it in manual. I started from the voltage the auto setting had it at and went backwards from there to see how low I could get it before it became unstable so I could keep temps as low as I could.

BlankInsanity · Feb 2, 2014

azzazel_99 :

smart.. Ill go through that process then, anyway thanks for all your help

azzazel_99 · Feb 2, 2014

no problem man.

upgrading from 2600 to 3770

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