R5 3600 vs i5-8400
R5 3600 vs i5-8400
OEM's? No prebuilt parts possibly the wattage isn't the quality. That doesn't really compare either. It seems like one of the chips is fixed—lol. The best LGA 1155 CPU I know is the 3770K (for consumers, right?). Are you thinking of a 51? If you can afford it, go for a 3600 and a Pro 4. If not, wait for Zen 3 and save up more.
Indicates compatibility with the third generation and mentions a bios update port if missing
You'd check if the power supply matches your device's requirements, ensuring it handles the correct voltage and current.
It seems like you're wondering if the device is likely using a typical board they manufacture themselves. If that's the case, improving the board should usually be fine without needing a new enclosure or power source! (Did it come with an 8500 processor or something even older?)
What is this? You seem to be asking if I'm the original poster.