Consider upgrading to a lower-end AMD A10 5700X for better performance on the NVIDIA Quadro M4000.

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iMaNerd_
Junior Member

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07-13-2022, 07:51 PM

#1

The processor I’m using for gaming is running slower than ideal. Anyone have suggestions for better alternatives? My NVIDIA Quadro M4000 works fine.

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GotEide
Member

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07-14-2022, 04:45 AM

#2

Your budget is quite specific. You mentioned a link and noted it should be affordable, suggesting you're open to options that are not too costly. If you need something even cheaper, using pre-owned items might be the way to go.

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Dephunkpunk_2
Senior Member

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07-14-2022, 07:09 AM

#3

A10 5700 connects to socket FM2 – it's quite outdated and the performance gap between its processors isn't significant. Upgrading seems unnecessary. Check the motherboard model for supported CPUs on the manufacturer’s site, then look for affordable options on eBay. The graphics card is also very old and not worth improving. If your board is MS-7778 (JasmineR), refer to the specifications at the provided link. Your CPU scores around 2700; top models like A10-6800K reach about 3200, nearly double that. A Ryzen 3 1200 scores 6300, roughly twice as fast. If you really want it, a used AMD A10-6800K at around $25 on eBay could work.

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Portgas_D_Ace
Junior Member

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07-15-2022, 11:18 PM

#4

It really depends on your budget and needs. Avoid upgrading to this outdated system.

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Azumoth
Member

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07-16-2022, 03:27 AM

#5

I have around 150 euros and prefer buying used items, including a motherboard. I tried an AIO for AM4, but it didn’t fit properly—mounting it diagonally caused some issues. For a similar price, I’m looking for affordable options like an AM4 chip.

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JPeg8133
Junior Member

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07-18-2022, 08:59 PM

#6

The issue involves an HP power supply unit with unique connectors, which isn’t a typical ATX model. For a more affordable option, consider upgrading your RAM—modern chips require DDR4 or DDR5, while you currently have DDR3. You’d need a compatible motherboard, CPU, cooler, and RAM. If you find a case with non-standard ATX power supply, you might be able to source it for free or nearly free on platforms like Facebook Marketplace, especially if your existing case has an atx PSU in a non-standard location. You could potentially get a decent refurbished machine for around 150 euros, though I’m unsure of your location—EUR usually indicates you’re in Europe. Local listings and Facebook often offer the best prices. For example, you might find an i5-8400 with cooler and 16 GB RAM for about 110 dollars plus shipping, or a similar model for 119 dollars plus shipping instead. Make sure to check the AIO specifications and confirm whether your motherboard supports AM4 processors. It’s important because many boards only support older generations of CPUs, and BIOS updates are rarely released intentionally. Sometimes manufacturers release BIOS updates to unlock more powerful chips, but they usually don’t do this on purpose. If you share the model number or photos, others might help identify compatible options.