So I have a 2 years old computer and I'm looking to get better fps.
Since I cant really buy a new computer I should (for what I know) upgrade my cpu.
My computer is Acer Aspire M3910
I have some i3 3,20GHz cpu in it
I have an ATI Radeon HD 5570 Graphics card
I hope this information had some sense in it since Im very unfamiliar to pc hardware and specs
So im looking to upgrade my i3 to a i5 3570k since it was the most recommended one.
So to the point of my thread: Will the i5 go with my computer or do I have to buy a new motherboard (or something else) and is there anything I should consider if/before buying a new cpu
I have never built a computer nor upgraded one, but I have some kind of idea how to go on about working with a new cpu after watching and reading some how to's
Side notes: I'm considering buying a 120hz screen in the future, would i get the recommended 240fps with the new setup?
So I have a 2 years old computer and I'm looking to get better fps.
Since I cant really buy a new computer I should (for what I know) upgrade my cpu.
My computer is Acer Aspire M3910
I have some i3 3,20GHz cpu in it
I have an ATI Radeon HD 5570 Graphics card
I hope this information had some sense in it since Im very unfamiliar to pc hardware and specs
So im looking to upgrade my i3 to a i5 3570k since it was the most recommended one.
So to the point of my thread: Will the i5 go with my computer or do I have to buy a new motherboard (or something else) and is there anything I should consider if/before buying a new cpu
I have never built a computer nor upgraded one, but I have some kind of idea how to go on about working with a new cpu after watching and reading some how to's
Side notes: I'm considering buying a 120hz screen in the future, would i get the recommended 240fps with the new setup?
Your computer appears to have an LGA 1156 based motherboard, which only supports first generation mainstream Intel CPUs up to the Intel Core i7-870 2.93GHz. Pre-built computers that aren't from boutique manufacturers do not have motherboards that support overclocking, and often have power supplies that do not support graphics cards that require extra power connectors. The best slot-powered video card you can purchase for that machine is an AMD Radeon HD 7750.
You can take your chances trying to upgrade your motherboard, but your Acer computer may have proprietary headers for the power button, lights, etc. and you would need a new power supply anyway if you wanted to do any serious upgrades.
Judging from your specs, you likely have a Core i3-550 3.2GHz processor currently.
Your computer appears to have an LGA 1156 based motherboard, which only supports first generation mainstream Intel CPUs up to the Intel Core i7-870 2.93GHz. Pre-built computers that aren't from boutique manufacturers do not have motherboards that support overclocking, and often have power supplies that do not support graphics cards that require extra power connectors. The best slot-powered video card you can purchase for that machine is an AMD Radeon HD 7750.
You can take your chances trying to upgrade your motherboard, but your Acer computer may have proprietary headers for the power button, lights, etc. and you would need a new power supply anyway if you wanted to do any serious upgrades.
Judging from your specs, you likely have a Core i3-550 3.2GHz processor currently.
I used to have an old dell prebuilt, and upgraded the graphics, ram, hard drive, pretty much everything. Helped in other games, but after swapping the new gpu (660 ti) with the old one, I got pretty much the same fps. Best bet's just to get a new mobo and/or whole new build
I used to have an old dell prebuilt, and upgraded the graphics, ram, hard drive, pretty much everything. Helped in other games, but after swapping the new gpu (660 ti) with the old one, I got pretty much the same fps. Best bet's just to get a new mobo and/or whole new build
i dont think upgrading is the best option. maybe wait out buying a new one
i dont think upgrading is the best option. maybe wait out buying a new one
i would just build a new one honestly, it'll be worth it more than just upgrading your current pc.
i would just build a new one honestly, it'll be worth it more than just upgrading your current pc.
Yeah, first generation i-series processors still cost a lot and get stomped at stock speeds by the newer 3xxx and 4xxx chips. I'd say build your own or purchase something decent this time around, as you'll probably be replacing just about every part in your current PC anyway.
Yeah, first generation i-series processors still cost a lot and get stomped at stock speeds by the newer 3xxx and 4xxx chips. I'd say build your own or purchase something decent this time around, as you'll probably be replacing just about every part in your current PC anyway.
Thank you for your replies so far.
I haven't considered about upgrading my graphic card or any other hardware (if it isn't necessary to a cpu upgrade) as what I know TF2 is mostly about the cpu. I wouldnt want to rule out the option of buying a new computer entirely but a less costy upgrade would be the more favored choice, only if its possible and reasonable.
Thank you for your replies so far.
I haven't considered about upgrading my graphic card or any other hardware (if it isn't necessary to a cpu upgrade) as what I know TF2 is mostly about the cpu. I wouldnt want to rule out the option of buying a new computer entirely but a less costy upgrade would be the more favored choice, only if its possible and reasonable.