CPU for hp-500-123w

Texancowboy · Jul 9, 2016

I have an hp 500-123w
http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c03968985

I have already upgraded my PSU, GPU and RAM. I am now thinking about updating my CPU.

I am considering either an i5-3570, or the i5-3470. The 3470 is a little cheaper., but the 3570 looks more powerful. Is it worth the extra money to buy the 3570?

These are currently the two I am looking at, but I would consider another cpu. Any suggestions?

Mark RM · Jul 9, 2016

there is such a tiony difference that you will never notice that's be more inclined to get the best deal possible between those two items and spend the extra couple of bucks saved on some increased ventilation, better fans, or whatever fits within that budget envelope.

weberdarren97 · Jul 9, 2016

There's the i5 3570k that I found for the same price as the 3570.

Compare here.

The 3570k is built to be overclocked. If you're into that, it's extra performance for free.

Texancowboy · Jul 9, 2016

i dont think my motherboard supports overclocking, but thanks.

How much better are these two cpu's compared to the one that came with my computer?

Also, do i need heat sink compound? If so, can i buy one with a fan include d, so i dont have to buy any...

Mark RM · Jul 9, 2016

weberdarren97 :

It's a dell, OC support in BIOS isn't a strong point. though K series will resell better than non K.

Texancowboy · Jul 9, 2016

https://starmicroinc.net/intel-core-i5-3570-3-4ghz-socket-1155-oem-desktop-cpu-sr0t7-cm8063701093103/?gclid=CNWb5qXd580CFQetaQodlMoKGw

Here's the one im considering.

Will it work? IS the heatsink compound already pre-applied?

weberdarren97 · Jul 9, 2016

Texancowboy :

That is an OEM/TRAY CPU, no cooler is included.

If you provide a cooler, it'll work fine.

Texancowboy · Jul 9, 2016

does anybody have a link to
a boxed cpu?

Mark RM · Jul 9, 2016

It will work, but you will have to clean the old thermal grease off your CPU cooler and apply new thermal grease.

That's because this is a tray CPU, not a retail boxed product where thermal grease is pre-applied to the included cooling solution. So if you order this CPU (it will work and is supported on your system) also get a small qty of thermal grease and watch a tube video on how to apply it correctly.

Texancowboy · Jul 9, 2016

I thought about using my old cooler, but im scared to apply heat sink. I'm afraid ill use to much/not enough and ruin a 200 dollar product, therefore: i'm willing to spend a little more for one with a cooler

weberdarren97 · Jul 9, 2016

Wait you clicked on my link to get there... GOOGLE LIED! It was listed as Boxed in the title but was listed as OEM/TRAY in the description... IDK which it is.

I'm sure that this link is a boxed model.

Mark RM · Jul 9, 2016

hard to find reasonably priced boxed versions. Apply thermal grease is simple, see the process for yourself.. the CPU won't LET you blow it up, if it gets too hot it just throttles back.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rn0BqMyXBM

open box but complete on ebay...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Intel-i5-3570K-3-4-GHz-Quad-Core-BX80637I53570K-Processor-Open-Box-with-fan-/142042042753?hash=item21125d9181:g:CoYAAOSwuzRXdiTc&_trksid=p2349526.m3874.l7936

lfkfkfkffs · Jul 9, 2016

$4-7 isn't that expensive. https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B005B8SNQE/ref=sr_1_2_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1468116214&sr=8-2&keywords=intel+stock+cooler&condition=new Just buy the chip and get one of these coolers.

Texancowboy · Jul 10, 2016

Mark RM :

my motherboard doesnt support overclocking, will this one still work?

Texancowboy · Jul 10, 2016

lfkfkfkffs :

If I buy one of those, do i still need compound? If so, cant i just use my old cooler?

weberdarren97 · Jul 10, 2016

Texancowboy :

They should have thermal paste already applied, but it's never a bad thing to have an extra tube of it lying around if you need it.

Texancowboy · Jul 10, 2016

http://www.ebay.com/itm/162127842194?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Im considering this one. its a full box, so i shouldnt need paste. Right?

weberdarren97 · Jul 10, 2016

It says right in the item specifics "Cooling Components Included: None/Processor Only"

Texancowboy · Jul 10, 2016

Thanks. I almost bought it .
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Intel-i5-3570K-3-4-GHz-Quad-Core-BX80637I53570K-Processor-Open-Box-with-fan-/142042042753?hash=item21125d9181:g:CoYAAOSwuzRXdiTc&_trksid=p2349526.m3874.l7936&rmvSB=true

If I buy this one, can I still use it? My motherboard doesn't support over clocking

weberdarren97 · Jul 10, 2016

"Cooling Components Included: Fan with Heatsink"

Yes you can use it. Your motherboard will likely not be able to get it above it's maximum frequency, but I wouldn't try to do that anyways, your motherboard probably can't deliver enough power to overclock.

Will it work? Yes. Will it overclock at all? No.

lfkfkfkffs · Jul 10, 2016

All new Intel stock heat sinks will have it pre applied

weberdarren97 · Jul 10, 2016

Yes thank you GIF kitty, I forgot to answer that question. Whoops

I said GIF kitty because I'm afraid I'd misspell your username. Lol

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