Want to upgrade CPU, need to know if my current motherboard would support it

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I've been looking to upgrade my CPU for some time now, but I'm not sure if I'd need to buy a more recent motherboard first. I would like to purchase and install this CPU: http:// .

My current motherboard is (according to speccy):
Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer INC.
Model CM5675 (LGA1156)
Version X.0x
Chipset Vendor Intel
Chipset Model Havendale/Clarkdale Host Bridge
Chipset Revision 12
Southbridge Vendor Intel
Southbridge Model H55
Southbridge Revision 06

and my current CPU is:

Intel Core i5 650
Cores 2
Threads 4
Name Intel Core i5 650
Code Name Clarkdale
Package Socket 1156 LGA
Technology 32nm
Specification Intel Core i5 CPU 650 @ 3.20GHz

I mostly use my computer for gaming, I'm not sure if that matters or not though.

Another question is that if I did need a new motherboard would it just make more sense to build an entirely new PC (while taking my RAM, PSU, and GPU and just reusing it)?

Thanks for your time, and if you need any more information I'll be more than happy to provide it.
 
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As it is a fourth generation CPU by Intel. You will need an LGA 1150 socket motherboard. And the CPU is unlocked, so get a Z87 series, a Z97 is not needed as it is not a Haswell Refresh CPU.

Yes if you do change the motherboard and CPU, the PSU and GPU don't need to be changed if your GPU uses a PCIx16 slot because most current motherboards will have those slots. And RAM doesn't need to be changed as well.
 
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The motherboard you have at present has a 1156 socket and the processor you decided to buy requires a 1150 socket motherboard.You need to change your motherboard if you get that processor.Better go with a good asus or gigabyte motherboard as the i5 4670k can be overclocked.So first check the specifications of the motherboard you buy and check whether it is a friendly overclockable.......
 
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Your current motherboard is socket 1156.
The processor you have linked is socket 1150, so it is not going to fit.
You will need a new motherboard.

Not sure what you mean by an entirely new PC if taking your RAM, PSU and GPU. What is "new" then?
You can keep your PSU, RAM and GPU with the new motherboard and processor if you like.
 
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Thank you both very much. Just to clarify; I should start searching for a motherboard that has an LGA 1150 socket, right? Also is there any precautions I should take before installing a new motherboard? I heard that transferring your operating system to the new board can be a pain.
 
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Thank you both very much. Just to clarify; I should start searching for a motherboard that has an LGA 1150 socket, right? Also is there any precautions I should take before installing a new motherboard? I heard that transferring your operating system to the new board can be a pain. [/quotemsg]

You cannot transfer the OS to a completely different motherboard and CPU combination; Microsoft will not permit that for OEM licences.

For gaming purposes you are better off specifying and building your own desktop. Use "Partpicker" along with a lot of research into components to create your new buils. Then post that new build in Tom's "New Builds" section and invite suggestions and improvements. You will get plenty of good responses. Pick a "K" processor so that at a later date you can do some overclocking.
 
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Glad to help. There is no way to transfer the OS, if you want to reuse it you must have a spare key by Microsoft to activate again or just buy a new OS. What's your current budget for upgrading and if you plan to build what's your budget?
 
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You can transfer OSes, I did it when I switched from AMD to Intel.

Just delete all the motherboard drivers (sata, usb, audio, network, everything in the motherboard) in Device Manager and don't let the computer automatically reinstall them (gotta be quick) and turn off the PC. Then, switch motherboards, and Windows should boot up in a low resolution and with backup drivers and you will install the drivers from the disk that came with the motherboard.

It's definitely not recommended, but it worked quite well for me, and I saved $100!
 
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Well I was hoping to only spend the $240 for the processor I linked, but seeing how I need a new motherboard I can probably spend another $100 (so total I'd spend like $350 just to upgrade the MB and CPU). Would I be able to purchase a quality, reliable MB for $100 or under?

And if I were to build a new computer I'd probably aim for the $600-$700 range.. I already have a decent GPU (GTX 660), 8 GB of RAM, a 650W power supply plus a mouse/keyboard/monitor etc... Really all I'd need to buy new is a tower, motherboard, and CPU. But of course making sure everything fits and is compatible with each other is a concern.
 
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I'll be sure to give that a try when I get my new parts, thanks for the tip! I can definitely see why it isn't recommended... hahaha
 
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This would work great for you:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97M-D3H Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($108.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 430 ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $366.96
 
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