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choosing a new processor?

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I'm looking for help deciding on a new cpu, I am currently using a gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3L motherboard with 4G of ram and a NVIDIA 8600 GTS, i have no idea which processor to go for anty advice?

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Hi there,

It is very difficult to tell you to go and buy a particular CPU.

All I can do is to give some hint what sort of information that you need to consider before getting a CPU?

Factors to consider:

- Memory Speed and CPU FSB - the higher FSB the better.

- Do you need a CPU that has large amount of cache? - the higher the cache the better is the performance.

- Does the motherboard support virtualisation? If yes, the next question is do you need a CPU that supports VT?

- Do you need a CPU that can support 64 bit OS?

- Cost of the CPU

- Are you looking for a boxed or a tray CPU? Boxed = 3 years Warranty.

Once you have some answers to these questions, go to Gigabyte CPU Compability website:

Check the list of CPUs that are compatible with the board.

Check the CPU details in the http://ark.intel.com http://ark.intel.com

Make sure to get a supported CPU as some CPUs exist in different SL Number which may not be compatible with your board.

All the best.

Regards,

Aryan

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