if i can replace it should I Is it cheaper than buying a new computer, is it easy thanks just curious
2007-09-12 22:39:38 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Buy a new computer (or upgrade your present one) - you won't be able to go fast enough to make a noticeable difference because that platform tops out at 3200+ if it is Socket A. If its socket 754, your not much better off.
You can replace the motherboard, processor and RAM with new stuff for under $150 - and you'll pay almost that much just for a 3200+ Socket CPU
2007-09-12 22:48:12 · answer #1 · answered by ForbiddenPC 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
HI. I just went trhough the same problem with my Dell Dimension 2200. It was alittle old but still real good. I debated over a long time wether to replace it or just go buy a new computer. At first I was gonna do what was cheapest, which of course would be to buy a new processor, which isn't that hard to replace. Once you open your computer up and have the new one with you, you can see it is easy enough. However, in less than a year you would have good processor but a very old computer. I recommend just buying a new computer. I did that and so far it has made me so happy. However it depends on what your personal choice is. Good Luck!!
2007-09-12 22:46:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you want a new PC for gaming, hi-res video/photo editing purposes it would be cheaper to buy a new PC rather than upgrading the older one, sometimes it is impossible.
But if you want to have newer softwares (& cheaper) for your PC (as under a home office setup) it is not necessary to change your PC, just dump the Windows in this case and go for Openoffice running under Linux. Linux is cheaper (!?! free), faster and more secure than Windows Vista and Openoffice is less stupid than Office 2007.
Your current Os (probably Windows XP) and your current office suite (probably Office 2003) aren't that bad for home office.
My advise is that you only go for a new PC if you are a real die hard multimedia or game lover otherwise stick with what you have.
I hope you will get your desired answer.
;)
2007-09-12 23:04:13 · answer #3 · answered by tkm_J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If that 2600+ is in socket A format, a processor upgrade would not give a significant performance boost with current softwares and games.
However, if that is a Sempron 2600+ 1.6Ghz in socket 754 format, upgrading to the 3400+ 2.0Ghz chip would give a significant boost, and more so if overclocked to 2.4Ghz level.
To replace cpu, here's how:
http://compreviews.about.com/od/tutorials/ss/DIYCPU.htm
2007-09-12 22:56:25 · answer #4 · answered by Karz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to check your mobo and see if it will run anything faster that you can still buy.
But if you need a new mobo it is probably easier to buy a new computer unless you've got a really up-specced machine. It's be cheaper to replace the mobo and CPU (and probably memory)...
But change that much and XP will require re-authorizing.
2007-09-12 22:46:36 · answer #5 · answered by bambamitsdead 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Here's a really easy nacho dip that tastes awesome! 1 package Velveeta mexican chese (you can do spicy or mild) 1 can Hormel chili +/- green onions Melt it in an oven-safe bowl in the Microwave or oven (for however long it takes to be all melted) stirring occasionally, and eat it with tortilla chips. It's awesome!!
2016-05-18 04:04:33 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends which socket you have, and what you plan on doing with your computer. I would say its not worth it and just stick to what you have, if your looking to play games, get a new computer.
2007-09-12 22:45:07 · answer #7 · answered by Red Sawx ® 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
why would you want to change it?
anything over 1gb is over kill.
unless you use your pc commercially.
if your pc runs bad reformat it and get an after market os cd and install it from that without the spyware that emachines have on them.
2007-09-12 22:47:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋