Why spend $200 on an outdated CPU when, for just $150, you could get a P35-based board + Pentium e2180 that would outperform the hot, inefficient Pentium D?
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jackbomb, because the Pentium D would be the fastest my computer can take, and I'd rather not upgrade because I got this computer for free only a couple weeks ago..
It's a BTX motherboard, so I don't see upgrades for boards..
Besides, I don't care if it's outdated.. I don't game, only video encode..
It would help to know which CPU you currently have. If you're upgrading to gain a few 100MHz in overall clock speed, this upgrade is a total waste of money.
You also don't mention how much RAM you have, but if it's only say, 512MB, your money would be much better spent on RAM.
And even though you're not a gamer, installing a video card & getting off the crappy Intel GMA950 graphics would help performance as well.
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