Would any CPU work? [Please Please Please Help]

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

Hi guys, So here's what happen, I've been gifted a laptop worth throwing away, the coolest part is it has all the features, its brand new and its 15'6". but the worst part is the CPU is only 1.4GHZ, LIKE WHAT 1.4GHz?!?!

I don't know it's an HP laptop, why would they still be making laptops with bad CPUs, so yeah just wanted to know if i bought some CPU used or new from ebay/amazon, would it fit/work? or will i need the exact type?

Please help, it'll save a laptop from being chucked into a bin xD after all its only the cpu rest is badass

Paul NZ · Feb 18, 2016

Unless you can remove it, then no you cant update it

Forever Oleg · Feb 18, 2016

I can see you know little about tech.

Core speed =/= performance. A strong CPU with 2.0 Ghz speed may be much faster than a weak CPU with 3.6 Ghz speed.

It is important to know the exact model of the CPU. It may be a good processor.

Hyboria · Feb 18, 2016

Can you tell us what model laptop or processor it is?

Just because it says 1.4GHz it doesn't mean it's a terrible processor.

Also, what are you hoping to use the laptop for?

geofelt · Feb 18, 2016

Likely, the cpu is soldered in and you can't change it.
But, if the laptop has a sata 2.5" hard drive, you can replace that with a ssd and it will make all the difference in the world.
You will not notice 1.4ghz.
Sometimes, you can boost the ram to 4gb inexpensively; I would do that too.

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

I literally don't know the laptop model, i got the box and everything but it doesn't say the exact name of it, Its HP Pavillion but idk after it
to be clear my college gave me this laptop, but its not worth it, I really want it to be fast since im a web dev and animator, I need more flash and speed

btw here are the specs

Specs:
CPU: AMD A6 5200
Ram: 4gb
Screen size: 15'6"
HDD: 500gb

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

Hyboria :

I posted the information you requested

should've clicked reply first but yeah sorry

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

does anyone know how to find out your laptop model name? like i know mines HP Pavillion so far, but the full model name, for example HP Pavillion DV600

Paul NZ · Feb 18, 2016

If youre in it search type in system information or look for it in the menu

Forever Oleg · Feb 18, 2016

Instead of finding the model, get Speccy or HWInfo and just tell us your specs.

Hyboria · Feb 18, 2016

We'd want to know the model of the laptop to get an idea if it's possible to upgrade any of the components.

If it's not obviously located on the bottom of the laptop, it's probably hidden under the battery. Just remove the battery and you should see the laptop model number.

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

Forever Oleg :

I did tell the specs :/

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

Hyboria :

no luck with the battery tip however found the model online, HP Pavillion 15-af108AU

bloodroses75 · Feb 18, 2016

ivinvirus :

http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c04779012
1.4 GHz AMD Dual-Core E1-6015 APU with Radeon R2 Graphics

much different specs than the A6 5200 originally listed.

the E1-6015 is a SoC (System on a Chip). No, it isn't upgradable.

Colethelion321 · Feb 18, 2016

Well. Amd a6.Only 4gb ram. And only 500gb hdd. Best Buy brand new says $279.99 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-15-6-laptop-amd-a6-series-4gb-memory-500gb-hard-drive-black/4481400.p?id

I would sell it for like $250-265.00

ivinvirus · Feb 18, 2016

bloodroses75 :

ivinvirus :

http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c04779012
1.4 GHz AMD Dual-Core E1-6015 APU with Radeon R2 Graphics

much different specs than the A6 5200 originally listed.

the E1-6015 is a SoC (System on a Chip). No, it isn't upgradable.

YOU GOT THE RIGHT 1, I read the wrong description sorry

Hyboria · Feb 18, 2016

Yeah for animation that laptop is a lost cause. If you aren't under any obligation to return the laptop to your college I'd consider selling it and putting it towards a better laptop.

You'd be better off saving up and buying a laptop with at least some sort of dedicated graphics.

Forever Oleg · Feb 18, 2016

AMD E1-6015 APU is trash, period.

Sell it. Try $225-250.

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