If i upgrade my processor do i have to get a better cooling system?

[1jtp1]

Sup everybody.
I have a AMD Sempron LE-1250. I wanted to upgrade my computer and bought a PNY NVIDIA Geforce GT 545. It helped, but now I would like to upgrade the processor. I want to get the AMD Phenom x4, which is quad-core. If i upgrade, will i need a better cooling system? I dont know what kind it is, but it is stock for the HP Pavilion. Thanks!

 

[C12Friedman]

Welcome to Tom's Hardware Forums,
If putting the processor into an HP motherboard, the stock heatsink/fan will work fine. Just make sure your current BIOS version supports the new processor before installing.
Hope it helps

 

[1jtp1]

Ok Thanks!

 

[1jtp1]

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