CPUs compatible with my motherboard

Same17 · Sep 23, 2015

I'm aware my motherboard is fairly old and outdated but I don't really have the money to buy a new one ( This would cause me to need other parts ) . I'm simply looking for an upgrade to my current CPU ( which is also fairly old ) that is compatible with my motherboard as I don't really know the best places to look. I don't mean to be rude but sending me a list with CPUs isn't going to help me much as I don't really understand a lot of it, sorry!

Motherboard - ASRock K10N78
Current CPU - AMD Phenom 8450 2.1ghz

bicycle_repair_man · Sep 23, 2015

The best CPU you can have with that motherboard is the Phenom II X6 1090T.

celtic_warrior99 · Sep 23, 2015

Hi, the best CPU you can get for your motherboard is an AMD Phenom II X6 1090T Black Edition. You probably wont be able to find one new, but they should be on ebay preowned.

crispytheone · Sep 23, 2015

According to Asrock, this board is AM3 "ready", meaning it will take a AM3 chip up to 140w, so I would say the Phenom II x6 1100T. Now that said, I do not know if you will need a bios update, or if that chip is truly compatible with that board, but if it was it would be a massive upgrade, that's still a decent chip.

HeLLpRoxXx · Sep 23, 2015

http://www.ebay.com/itm/AMD-Phenom-II-x6-1100T-BE-3-3GHz-Hex-Core-Socket-AM3-6MB-125W-E0-HDE00ZFBK6DGR-/271684591731?hash=item3f41a9e073
Here is the cpu they talk you about, and you will need to update you bios(flash to 2.0version otherway wont work).

Same17 · Sep 23, 2015

HeLLpRoxXx :

In my system information it says American Megatrends Inc, P2.00 , that is ok right?

crispytheone · Sep 23, 2015

Same17 :

More than likely yes, but there is still a chance you may need to update the bios

maddogfargo · Sep 23, 2015

Phenom II x6 1090t in good condition is going to be pricey for what you get.

Thulram · Sep 23, 2015

Motherboards are built for specific chipsets that only work with certain CPUs. Your Mobo; ASRock K10N78 is only compatible with CPUs that use either AM2+/AM2 socket.

HeLLpRoxXx · Sep 24, 2015

If its 2.0 in info looks like is fine,that you will know when you put cpu and have some problems dont boot thinks like that freeze or something else then you will update bios if it's working everything normal you will leave it like that

Same17 · Sep 24, 2015

Thulram :

Isn't the CPU people are recommending AM3?

Darkvillan · Sep 24, 2015

Phenom II X6 black edition would be awesome to swap in, however you'll have to find one used. Good luck!

Thulram · Sep 25, 2015

Same17 :

For AMD, that is currently the best CPU socket type around at the moment. I personally would favor Intel because their products deliver better performance at only a slightly higher price. However, if you don't have the money for those then definitely stick with AM3/AM3+ or if that is still too high, FM2/FM2+.

Testerino · Sep 25, 2015

I would just upgrade everything or overclock it with some badass cooling.

celtic_warrior99 · Sep 25, 2015

If yo dont want to get a new mobo and RAM, then go with the CPU we suggested. Its a very good chip ad you should be able to achieve excellent overclocking with a good cooler.

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