What processor can be upgraded? Look at the slot!

"Small series, my computer is now XX, can be upgraded to what?" This is a very common message backstage recently, Xiao Bian really can't reply one by one. Today Xiao Bian decided to sort out the platforms for the small partners for the last 10 years. Everyone can respond and know what processors they can upgrade.

Before upgrading the processor, search for the CPU-Z software. After running, look at the place marked by the Xiaobian. No matter what the first generation of the processor has its own core code, you can easily distinguish the generation of the processor. , Which interface is used, and then by comparing the processor numbering rules listed by Xiao Bian, it is easy to find a processor that can be upgraded. In addition, switching to the third tab “Main Board” will allow you to see the information on the main board.

LGA1155: Intel Core 2nd Generation, 3rd Generation Processor

Includes Core i3, i5, i7 2XXX, 3XXX series processors

Core code: Ivy Bridge (2 generation processor)

Core code: Sandy Bridge (3-generation processor)

Applicable mainboard: 6,7 series chipset, such as H61, H67, P67 motherboard

Upgrade proposal: 2 generation Core processors a classic, many players are still using, in Xiaobian view, it is now more appropriate to upgrade to i7-3700, the price is about 920 yuan, and i7-2700K/2600K almost, It is 400 to 500 yuan cheaper than i7-3770K.

LGA1150: Intel Core 4th, 4th Generation +, 5th Generation Processors

Includes Core i3, i5, i7-4XXX/5XXX processors

Core code: Haswell, Haswell-Refresh (4th generation, 4th generation + processor)

Core code: Broadwell (5-generation processor)

Applicable mainboard: 8, 9 series chipset, such as H81, B85, H87, Z87, H97, Z97 motherboard

Upgrade suggestion: The LGA1150 slot motherboard can be upgraded with many products, but it should be noted that there are only two or three models of the 5th generation processor and the performance is not improved. Therefore, the high-end 4th generation processor is the upgrade preferred. Use LGA1150 Pentium G3XXX or i3-4XXX processor partners, want to catch up with the current mainstream, you can upgrade to i5-4570, the price is currently around 780 yuan. If you want to further improve performance, you can consider i7-4770 and 4770K, the price between 1200 to 1400 yuan.

Legacy LGA1151: Intel Core 6 Generation, 7 Generation

Contains Core i3, i5, i7-6XXX/7XXX processors, Pentium G4560, G4600, G4620 processors, Celeron G3950, G3930 processors

Core code: Skylake (6-generation processor)

Core code: Kaby Lake (7-generation processor)

Applicable mainboard: 100, 200 chipset, such as H110, B150, H170, Z170, H270, B250, Z270 motherboard

Here is mainly for the use of 6 generations of processor users, especially still using Pentium, Celeron level players, you can consider a lot of options, such as low-cost upgrade to the Pentium G4560 or G4620 processor, more hyper-threading The technical performance is greatly improved, and the upgrade cost is only a few hundred dollars. It is still very cost-effective. As long as the BIOS is upgraded, there will be no problem in the motherboard (be sure to update the BIOS before replacing the processor). Again, or enough funds can be considered to upgrade to i5-7XXX level processor, the performance increase is very large, but the price is nearly a thousand dollars. It should be noted that although the number of pins is the same, the old LGA1151 is not very compatible with the new 8th generation processor, and it is not recommended to try to upgrade to 8 generations.

New LGA1151: Intel Core 8

Contains Core i3, i5, i7-8XXX processors, Pentium G5600, G5500, G5400 processors

Core code: CoffeeLake

Applicable mainboard: 300 series chipset, such as H310, B360, H370, Z370 motherboard

Intel's new LGA1151 platform is currently the most high-end product i7-8700K, it is likely to be compatible with the next generation of processors, so the space for future upgrades is still good.

AM4: First and Second Generation AMD Ryzen, Ryzen APU

Includes Ryzen 3, 5, 7 processors

Core code: Summit Ridge (first generation Ryzen)

Core code: Pinnacle Ridge (2nd generation Ryzen)

Core code: Raven Ridge (Ryzen APU)

Applicable Motherboard: AMD 300, 400 series chipset, such as A320, B350, X370, X470 motherboard

Using the first generation Ryzen 3's partners ushered in a good time to upgrade, the second generation Ryzen not only significantly improved performance, but also the price and the same level of the previous generation products are basically the same or even lower. For high-end applications in need, you can upgrade to Ryzen 2600 or 2600X, the price is about 1599 ~ 1720, 6 core 12 thread running professional software are properly.

As for AMD's AM3, AM3+, AM2, AM2+, FM1, FM2, and FM2+ processors, the significance of the upgrade is not great. In addition, at the time of purchase, it is advisable to check the quality of the products in the informal channels such as the sample version (ES version) and the work bag version, and ask them to ensure the quality of the product before selling. If you upgrade to a high-end product such as the 4770K and consider extending the service life through an upgrade, you must also confirm the power supply capability, and it is best to replace the more powerful heat sink.