Upgrade from E4300 - what choices?

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I'd like to upgrade my cpu (E4300, 1.8Ghz Core 2 Duo, 800Mhz, LGA 755), but I'm unsure what would be compatable with my m'brd. I have a Dell E520, so not a standard one. Basically I'd like faster cpu with a larger L2 cache to run Dragon Narurally Speaking 10 (I'm not a gamer).

Thanks,

Robert

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Hi Pyrrho,

Since this is an OEM board, you will need to check with the board manufacturer for the CPU Compatibility. Once you know which CPU are compatible with your board, you can refer to these website to compare the CPU features and decide which one you can go for.

Website: http://ark.intel.com http://ark.intel.com

Regards,

Aryan

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Thanks. I'll contact Dell.

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http://www.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/dimen_e520?c=us&cs=22&l=en&s=dfh&~tab=specstab http://www.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/dimen_e520?c=us&cs=22&l=en&s=dfh&~tab=specstab

Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo processors: E6300Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo processor 4300Intel® Pentium® D 930 with Dual-Core Technology (3GHz, 800FSB)Intel® Pentium® D 915 with Dual-Core Technology (2.80GHz, 800FSB)Intel® Pentium® D 820 with Dual-Core Technology (2.66GHz, 533FSB)Intel® Pentium® 4Intel Celeron 346You can put an Q6600 in it, at least there are poeple with E520 that has such configurations, just read some threads in the Dell forum for more information.

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Thanks for that. But I'm wondering if my DDR2/5300/333Mhz RAM modules will work with the Q6600. I've posted this question on the thread you sent, but it finished in January!

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Hi Pyrrho,

The supported memory frequency will also be dependent on the motherboard features. It's all down to the board. Most motherboard will step down the cpu frequency and fsb if you are using lower frequency but the motherboard should support it first of all. It's best to check with Dell for more precise information before you proceed further.

Cheers