topic Re: Which CPU? in Mobile and Desktop Processors

Which CPU?

idata — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:49:44 GMT

I want to upgrade to a newer faster CPU but I am confused as to which of the newer processors I should purchase. The CPU I have now is a Intel Celeron D Processor 326, LGA775, 2.53GHz, 256KB Cache, 533 MHzFSB, UP only. The motherboard it is on is a Foxconn 945G7MA-8EKRS2. The Foxconn web site says that I may use Prescott, Cedar Mill and Smithfield processors. I cannot find CPU's with those names on Newegg. I would like to have a Dual-Core or Quad-Core processor if my motherboard will support it, but I am afraid to make a purchase without knowing exactly what CPU will work on my board? I would appreciate any advice. Thank you.

Re: Which CPU?

idata — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:26:11 GMT

Your board will not support any new CPU's you will have to change the board to get a new CPU.

Re: Which CPU?

idata — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 03:09:58 GMT

I belive those were the first Dual Core's, I have a Smithfield D 820 2.8GHZ in my old DELL E510.

It will be very hard to find a Pentium D, maye eBay or something.

And also, an upgrade of that CPU will be insignificant to todays technology...

You will not notice much of a performance increase.

Sorry, but that is the truth, I hate see you throw away money to find one.

If possible, I would upgrade your board, ram & cpu...As you probably are using ddr2 667 or lower. which is the real concern.