What is the fastest CPU I can without changing my mobo?

freerdj

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I currently have an AMD Phenom II X6 1090T(3.2GHz) and want to know what my upgrade options are. I'm confused on AM3, AM3+ or whatever compatibility there is, so I figured I'd just ask.
 

clutchc

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You could also opt for the Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition. It was the fastest quad core made for the Phenom II line. Faster than than 1100T, but 4 cores instead of 6. Whichever you choose, you will be looking for used CPUs as they haven't been sold new at retail for some time now. As a result, those high-end Phenom IIs demand a premium price.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=phenom+ii+x4+980&Clock%2520Speed=3%2520GHz%2520%252D%25203%252E5%2520GHz|More%2520than%25203%252E5%2520GHz&_from=R40&_dcat=164&Socket%2520Type=Socket%2520AM3&_osacat=164&Processor%2520Type=Phenom%2520II&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR3.TRC1.A0.H0.Xphenom+ii+x6+1100t&_nkw=phenom+ii+x6+1100t&_sacat=164