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What are the best value for money CPUs at the moment?

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But with a i5 2500k or 3570k you will need to change your motherboard as well.

Because a q8200 is a LGA775 socket so it will not be compatible with the above mentioned cpu.

And the rams also you will need to buy a ddr3 instead of a ddr2.

Just thought to inform you incase you thought it was as easy as buying an i5 and sticking it in your current Motherboard.



Guys i think he is asking about the LGA775 socket and not a whole new build.

serenatous said:
But with a i5 2500k or 3570k you will need to change your motherboard as well.

Because a q8200 is a LGA775 socket so it will not be compatible with the above mentioned cpu.

And the rams also you will need to buy a ddr3 instead of a ddr2.

Just thought to inform you incase you thought it was as easy as buying an i5 and sticking it in your current Motherboard.



Guys i think he is asking about the LGA775 socket and not a whole new build.



So I may have to change my ram if I buy a new CPU? Never thought about that. Cheers aye.

The cost of upgrading a LGA775 system is not worth it, unless u can find 2nd hand chips for real cheap.

Your best option is to sell off your current rig, and use the money to buy a new LGA1155 based system. You can keep your old HDD and DVD drive :) 
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