Joined: Feb 24, 2011
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I have come to the realization that I need a new CPU. I think that is what is hurting while trying to play games like COD:Black Ops and MW3. I've got a quad core 6600 from about 4 years ago. I've got a Raedon HD5770 with 1GB for my graphics which I think is good enough. I guess I'm asking if I should get an i7 and which one? Not looking to spend a fortune. Any ideas?
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You only need to go to an i5 for gaming. There are no games that will stress it for a few years yet.
If you want to over-clock, then get a K-series processor, ie i5-2500K.
The latest 3rd generation use less watts with a marginal increase in power.
I also have a 5770 and it plays BF3 just fine at medium quality.
I just helped my son build an i7-2600K with 16 ram, 128Gb SSD, 1Tb HD and 500w PSU for £600 (approx $850?). He's using it for music mixing/production so doesn't need a graphics card.
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you need to remember getting a new processor also generally means you need a new mobo
i have been using amd for several years now and had no problems, they tend to be cheaper than intel there for you can get a better one i believe amd are up to a 8 core processor now
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Do ahve you your 6600 overclocked? Those overclock quite well and it's pretty easy. Spending 30 or so bucks on a good aftermarket cooler is certainly cheaper...
BUT, if you're looking for a full overhaul, then yes, you will need a new mobo, RAM, and CPU. The Q6600 uses LGA775, adn that CPU is just about the best one available. If using a single screen, I really think you could get away with only a new GPU, and have at least 4gb or RAM.
What are you looking to spend? If you]'re looking for a full overhaul, then that is a much longer post.
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XR4TI,
If you're interested, I have an Intel Core 2 Quad (Q9650), which fits in the LGA775 socket.
I used it in my previous system, before I built the new one, and it's just been sitting. I still have the original box, booklet, heatsink, and of course CPU.
Free to you, if you want it.
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That'd be a lateral move, if you ask me.
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The Q9650 is the best CPU, to my knowledge, that you can have in an LGA775 socket.
If XR4TI is able to cover the cost of a new i5, RAM, and motherboard, then I recommend that over the CPU I'm offering.
Joined: Feb 24, 2011
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Thank you guys for all of the suggestions. I don't really have the money but I also don't want to have to upgrade so I'm thinking I might try overclocking it which is something I've been putting off.
Damon - I might take you up on that cpu if the overclocking doesn't go my way. How much would it cost to ship it?
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I won't charge you for shipping. If you decide that you want it, just send me a PM with the address and let me know if UPS is okay. I'll give you the tracking info the same day I drop it off.
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Can't overclock because I have an Intel Mobo. Doesn't allow overclocking unless I use third party software which I'm not prepared to do.
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Can't OC? That's a new one. All you need is to be able to change FSB speed and ratio. And changing multiplier is nice, too. What board do you have?
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XR4TI, I sent you a PM yesterday with the shipping information. If you haven't received the PM, just let me know and I can forward the email to you.
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I didn't get the pm. My email is nathanspencer at live dot com
