Processor Upgrade Help
January 30th, 2020
My current processor is an Intel E2160 (dual core @ 1.8ghz). My current motherboard is an Asus P5B (socket 775).
My current power supply is an Arctic 500 (500w ).
I was thinking of sticking to dual core, as I don’t really need quad core (it’s a bit over kill, everything runs well on dual core). I was having a look at CPUs that would fit my current socket (775), and I think the highest I can go is this :
http://www.saverstore.com/product/20042222/7725665/Intel-Pentium-Dual-Core-E6500-Socket-775-Processor-293GHz-2MB-Cache-Dual-Core
2.93ghz dual core is more than enough for me, I was only really look to step up to around 2.6 anyway.
The real question is, will I have to change my power supply to cope with the new CPU? If so, then what is the maximum processor I could run on my current PSU? I am really only looking to upgrade my CPU, but if need be, then I can replace other parts over time as well.
Sorry for the long topic, thank you for reading, and I will answer any questions I can.
The real question is, will I have to change my power supply to cope with the new CPU? If so, then what is the maximum processor I could run on my current PSU? I am really only looking to upgrade my CPU, but if need be, then I can replace other parts over time as well.
I don’t really have the time to look up the detailed specs of that PSU but it’ll run any processor just fine. If I were you I’d get a used Q6600 off eBay. You’ll also need a BIOS flash to support that CPU you’ve picked out or even a Q6600
Well, I quickly Googled my PSU :
http://www.compucase-hec.co.uk/psu_arctic_power_500-600-700.htm
Those are the specs, as far as I can find.
So to answer my question, I should be able to run that processor that I linked to without any problems? I was just more concerned about needing a power supply with more capabilities, to fully run the processor.
Those are the specs, as far as I can find. Hmm, I could not find the OEM but looking at the specs it’s pretty easy to figure out that the PSU will not give you anywhere near it’s rated wattage. It’s more of a 300W PSU looking at the +12v1. It will work fine though nonetheless
http://cgi.ebay.com/Intel-Q6600-G0-SLACR-guaranteed-low-VID-/140473226175?pt=CPUs&hash=item20b4db53bf
Q6600 available for a few bucks more there. Will be a lot better improvement
You don’t have to change the power supply, but it will be nice if your power supply has been running for over 3-4 years.
It comes to capacitors storage capacity that depletes to around 60%.
Capacitors are essential to smooth voltage ripples which makes your system somewhat more reliable.
Lol @ smooth voltage ripples on that PSU but anyway yeah
So maybe it would be wise to upgrade my power supply as well? I mean the last thing I want is for me to get a new CPU, and then my PSU fraggle out and mess up my PC.
Also thanks for the help
My cousin has a E6500, its rather a hot bugger even with a Zalman CNPS 9700. So it will be nice if your case has decent airflow and the power supply on the bottom.
You happen to know how old is that power supply?
My cousin has a E6500, its rather a hot bugger even with a Zalman CNPS 9700.
Really? Those dual cores are really cool. They only have a max TDP of 65W at stock. People easily get around 4GHz with the stock cooler
My cousin has a E6500, its rather a hot bugger even with a Zalman CNPS 9700. Really? Those dual cores are really cool. They only have a max TDP of 65W at stock. People easily get around 4GHz with the stock cooler
Yep, we switched motherboards, power supplies, coolers.
Bios updates.
The culprit could be the case now, but it isn’t a big deal, he ain’t overclocking.
I remember that Pentium Dual core power saving algorithms are not as good as Core 2 Duos.
The PSU is 4 years old from new, I am not sure when it was released originally.
I think I might spring a little extra and go for the quad core. I mean eventually I am going to have to go on quad core, I just thought its a bit unnecessary, given the fact that I don’t really run much on my PC.
just to post my opinion. I am using a Pentium Dual-Core E6300. Same specs as E6500 only difference is that E6500 has a higher factory clock ratio.
CPU is GREAT!
It’s really powerfull and cool. I have overclocked my to 3.51 and it works at great 35C.
If you buy that, trust me, you wont regret it.
As for PSU, if you are looking for Dual Core CPU’s, you need to have at least 15A at +12V output.
Your PSU has 18A so it makes it a good one, stable
just to post my opinion. I am using a Pentium Dual-Core E6300. Same specs as E6500 only difference is that E6500 has a higher factory clock ratio.
CPU is GREAT!
It's really powerfull and cool. I have overclocked my to 3.51 and it works at great 35C.
If you buy that, trust me, you wont regret it.
As for PSU, if you are looking for Dual Core CPU's, you need to have at least 15A at +12V output.
Your PSU has 18A so it makes it a good one, stable Thank you for this
No problem, glad i could help