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Want to upgrade my mobo for OC.
While my current one can OC (only TURBO), i can't set manual Vcore (only offset the voltage).
And i don't know if its the CPUs fault or the MBs, but i simply can't get bellow 1.35v for even 4.4ghz OC.

My current rig is:

Case: Sharkoon Vayo
Mobo: Asus P8P67-m
Cpu: I5 2500k
Gpu: MSI Gtx 970 Gaming 4
PSU: Corsair RM650x

Which of these would be the best for me? Can get these used motherboards.
(There is not very high supply of these in my country)

Gigabyte GA-P67A-D3-B3 for approximately 36$

MSI ZH77A-G43 for approximately 74$

and MSI Z68S-G43 (G3) also for approximately 74$

There is a chance for a Asus P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3, but that one looks unlikely.
 
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There are few options in the US market left for the Sandy Bridge chipsets either since it's over six years old now. I still have my P8P67 Pro and 2500K, but when either the CPU or mobo dies, whichever comes first, I will not be replacing it. I'm already on my second motherboard for it.

For you however, before doing anything you need to make sure your memory is on the QVL memory list (qualified vendor's list) of each motherboard you are looking at. You should still have access to download the list (or the manual with the list inside it) from each manufacturer's website.

If your memory is not listed on them, it doesn't mean it won't work with the motherboard; it just means the manufacturer didn't test that specific memory on their...
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Honestly, if you are running a very old CPU, I would not even better with overclocking as you will not get the best performance. Why not upgrade the CPU as well? Overclocking will probably only see a 5-10% increase which is not worth the money in my opinion. Not to mention, a USED motherboard is NOT recommended.
 
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There are few options in the US market left for the Sandy Bridge chipsets either since it's over six years old now. I still have my P8P67 Pro and 2500K, but when either the CPU or mobo dies, whichever comes first, I will not be replacing it. I'm already on my second motherboard for it.

For you however, before doing anything you need to make sure your memory is on the QVL memory list (qualified vendor's list) of each motherboard you are looking at. You should still have access to download the list (or the manual with the list inside it) from each manufacturer's website.

If your memory is not listed on them, it doesn't mean it won't work with the motherboard; it just means the manufacturer didn't test that specific memory on their motherboard. Your memory may, or may not work. of the ones you listed, definitely stay away from the MSI Z68S-G43 (G3). According to NewEgg buyer reviews, it had a 50% failure rate when still available for purchase new.
 
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