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Upgrade only the CPU or both components?

Upgrade only the CPU or both components?

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jshi40700
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10-20-2016, 10:40 PM
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I've been using my PC for about three years now. Lately I decided to go all-in on my RAM, increasing it from 8GB to 32GB, hoping for a significant performance lift. After some time, I'm starting to feel the CPU is slowing me down. Through my research, I'm torn about whether to upgrade my motherboard for compatibility with newer Intel CPUs or consider purchasing an i3 9100F or an i5 6600K. Below are the current specifications of my system: CPU – Intel Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core, Motherboard – Gigabyte GA-B250M-Gaming 3 Micro ATX LGA1151, CPU cooler – Hydro Series H55 Quiet, Memory – Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2x16GB at 3200MHz, Video card – EVGA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB ACX 2.0, Hard drive – 2TB Toshiba, Case – Corsair Carbide Series SPEC-04 Mid-Tower Gaming, Power supply – Corsair CX Series CX450M (450W, 80 PLUS Bronze).
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10-20-2016, 10:40 PM #1

I've been using my PC for about three years now. Lately I decided to go all-in on my RAM, increasing it from 8GB to 32GB, hoping for a significant performance lift. After some time, I'm starting to feel the CPU is slowing me down. Through my research, I'm torn about whether to upgrade my motherboard for compatibility with newer Intel CPUs or consider purchasing an i3 9100F or an i5 6600K. Below are the current specifications of my system: CPU – Intel Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core, Motherboard – Gigabyte GA-B250M-Gaming 3 Micro ATX LGA1151, CPU cooler – Hydro Series H55 Quiet, Memory – Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2x16GB at 3200MHz, Video card – EVGA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB ACX 2.0, Hard drive – 2TB Toshiba, Case – Corsair Carbide Series SPEC-04 Mid-Tower Gaming, Power supply – Corsair CX Series CX450M (450W, 80 PLUS Bronze).

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11-10-2016, 05:44 AM
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I once had nearly identical CPUs, but I wish I’d purchased a new motherboard. The older chips were pricier than a fresh motherboard and CPU, yet you’d probably swap your DDR3 for DDR4.
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11-10-2016, 05:44 AM #2

I once had nearly identical CPUs, but I wish I’d purchased a new motherboard. The older chips were pricier than a fresh motherboard and CPU, yet you’d probably swap your DDR3 for DDR4.

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11-10-2016, 06:06 AM
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You might wait for the 10th generation, likely arriving in the coming months, or opt for AMD, depending on your needs. As mentioned earlier, you'll need to purchase DDR4 RAM.
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11-10-2016, 06:06 AM #3

You might wait for the 10th generation, likely arriving in the coming months, or opt for AMD, depending on your needs. As mentioned earlier, you'll need to purchase DDR4 RAM.

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11-11-2016, 05:46 PM
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Considering an i7-6700 processor.
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11-11-2016, 05:46 PM #4

Considering an i7-6700 processor.

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11-12-2016, 01:29 AM
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I currently use DDR4 RAM. However, when checking CPU compatibility for my motherboard, I saw the i7 6700 but I’m not keen on spending over £200. If I upgraded to a new motherboard and an i3 9100f, it might cost around £180. I’m looking for a substantial improvement.
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11-12-2016, 01:29 AM #5

I currently use DDR4 RAM. However, when checking CPU compatibility for my motherboard, I saw the i7 6700 but I’m not keen on spending over £200. If I upgraded to a new motherboard and an i3 9100f, it might cost around £180. I’m looking for a substantial improvement.

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