Yes, you can use any modern CPU with your I3-4160 motherboard.
Yes, you can use any modern CPU with your I3-4160 motherboard.
The title describes itself clearly, and I don’t expect much more.
The most comparable option in price (especially in Taiwan) would likely be a 7th generation i5 or a Zen 1/2 Ryzen 3.
You own a Ryzen 3 1200AF and have an R5 1600AF. It’s hard to overstate how much better it performs compared to your current setup, especially if you’re looking for something under $2600.
Depends heavily on the motherboard since the CPU itself isn't very useful. A solid 1150 MB usually costs between 30-50€, while a used R5 2600 around 50€ is a good option. If budget is tight, new Intel boards can be expensive—even entry-level i3s that outperform Kaby Lake i7 start near 120€. High-quality LGA1700 boards are about 220€. Also keep in mind you'll need RAM; 1150 MB uses DDR3, not DDR4, and even 5GB is necessary.