Buy an i3-3220 or save up for an i5-3570

[Vikorz]

I was wondering if it's be worth saving up for an i5 3570 just for the extra cores or just cheap it for hyper threading since I feel I'd benefit greatly from it being on a Celeron G530 at the moment.

Edit: I'd also like to add that I'm only looking to upgrade since I'm looking to buy an EVGA GTX 750 ti (sc) and don't want any form of bottleneck when playing modern games

 

[madmatt30]

I'm talking under load mate
Do you have a case model number or details??
These are all 92mm coolers so max height of less than 150mm.

 

[Vikorz]

Just looked on the intel website at the 2400 and realised it doesn't support hyper threading nor 1600 Ram so I guess I should start looking for 3570 or 2500 again :s

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... i3's and i7's have hyper... i5's do not, pure 4 physical core CPU. Your ram speed will run @1333 no biggy here for the i5 price vs performance you will receive.
1) what is your MB model/brand/version to verify bios version and application here?

 

[Vikorz]

I'm talking under load mate
Do you have a case model number or details??
These are all 92mm coolers so max height of less than 150mm.

ah okay well those heights should be no concern

 

[Vikorz]

Hello... i3's and i7's have hyper... i5's do not, pure 4 core CPU.

Like I said I'm not an expert on cpu's haha okay well that's fine then

 

[madmatt30]

^ as above the 2400 doesn't need hyperthreading as its a true 4 core/4 module CPU.
The ram speed is a non issue - 1600mhz will default to 1333mhz with lower latency - performance difference is negligible.

Regarding cooler - you have to make allowance for standoffs ,motherboard & CPU so checking your case model is a good idea.

 

[Vikorz]

^ as above the 2400 doesn't need hyperthreading as its a true 4 core/4 module CPU.
The ram speed is a non issue - 1600mhz will default to 1333mhz with lower latency - performance difference is negligible.

Regarding cooler - you have to make allowance for standoffs ,motherboard & CPU so checking your case model is a good idea.

Since my pc was built for me that case was very basic so I'm not sure what the model is, there's no logo's or words on it so I have no idea, the dimensions are 18cm Width, 42.5cm Depth and 36cm Height. With the width in mind and there being a 3cm or more gap I'd say it should be fine

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... Your ram speed will run @1333 no biggy here for the i5 price vs performance you will receive.
1) what is your MB model/brand/version to verify bios version and application here?

 

[madmatt30]

Id say you're fine too

The rhea is 130mm
Tx3evo 136mm
Hyper 103 138mm

If you want easiness go with the rhea - its a straight Intel replacement cooler - push pins are prefitted - apply paste ,pop cooler on - turn pins - job done in 30 seconds.
The other 2 are amd / Intel compatible so cone with assorted brackets etc you have to fit first.

 

[Vikorz]

Hello... 1) what is your MB model/brand/version to verify bios version and application here?

My mb is fine I've checked that before, the board is an MSI H61M-P20 (G3) and the update I'm on is 2.5 which according to the site is fine for i3/i5/i7 http://uk.msi.com/support/mb/H61M-P20-G3.html#down-bios

 

[Vikorz]

Id say you're fine too

The rhea is 130mm
Tx3evo 136mm
Hyper 103 138mm

If you want easiness go with the rhea - its a straight Intel replacement cooler - push pins are prefitted - apply paste ,pop cooler on - turn pins - job done in 30 seconds.
The other 2 are amd / Intel compatible so cone with assorted brackets etc you have to fit first.

the rhea seems like the best then since it's simplicity, definitely for LGA 1155 yes?

 

[madmatt30]

Yes mate its an Intel 1155/1150 specific cooler - cinch to fit.
Little bag of paste comes with it - cut the corner off - squeeze about 1/2 of it into centre of CPU once fitted - fit cooler - twist pins - job done ;-)

 

[Vikorz]

I should probably have put this with my initial tbh, Specs...

MB - MSI H61M-P20 (G3) [v 2.5]
PSU - 500W
GPU - Asus GT 630 2GB (ancient so upping to EVGA GTX 750ti SC soon)
RAM - 1 stick of Cheap 1333MHz 4gb
CPU - Intel Celeron 6530 @2.4GHz (LGA 1155)

 

[Vikorz]

Yes mate its an Intel 1155/1150 specific cooler - cinch to fit.
Little bag of paste comes with it - cut the corner off - squeeze about 1/2 of it into centre of CPU once fitted - fit cooler - twist pins - job done ;-)

Alright, so I should still go for the 2400 correct?

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... The H61 chipsets are good MB's and you have a lot of 1155 CPU upgrade options with it... even i7's and Xeons, Your clear for take-off here... B )

 

[Vikorz]

Hello... The H61 chipsets are good MB's and you have a lot of CPU upgrade options with it... even i7's and Xeons B )

that's the dream haha, don't have enough for high end cpus at this moment in time

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... I recommend getting another 4gb stick right now... New prices can be as good as used prices.
Used EBAY GTX 660 and GTX760 are great used prices now VS a new GTX750ti.

 

[Vikorz]

Hello... I recommend getting another 4gb stick right now... New prices are as good as used prices.

Do I need the same brand as my current ram stick?

 

[madmatt30]

Download & run cpu-z mate ,post a screen clip of the memory & SPD tabs.

I have some spare 4gb sticks of 1333mhz ram here - if I have one close spec I could do you it cheap;-)

I could probably also hunt you a new haswell i5 cooler out of the loft in all honesty.

 

[Vikorz]

Download & run cpu-z mate ,post a screen clip of the memory & SPD tabs.

I have some spare 4gb sticks of 1333mhz ram here - if I have one close spec I could do you it cheap;-)

I could probably also hunt you a new haswell i5 cooler out of the loft in all honesty.

http://gyazo.com/d44fd3e58e5049206baaa3a43a34ad90 Memory
http://gyazo.com/6f83eda0ea8c2cb007aefab670d5bac1 SPD

 

[Ironsounds]

Hello... We want to match as close a possible the Speed and CL ... You just need a DDR3 4gb 1RX8 1333/1600 CL? with the H61 chipset MB... you have a Max of 8GB per slot with that MB.

 

[madmatt30]

http://www.dabs.com/products/kingston-valueram-4gb-ddr3-1333mhz-non-ecc-dimm-240-pin-cl9-sr-x8-30mm-height-84YL.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc%20product%20search&utm_campaign=Components%20and%20Storage%20-%20Memory%20-%20Generic%20Memory&gclid=CjwKEAjwovytBRCdxtyKqfL5nUISJACaugG1d_sf6hCBWUoMCDIOWW3jvi8Sr-0OsA0Cxf8ubZKNMxoC9pjw_wcB&forcedesktop=true


Got a 4gb stick o this - matches your jedec profile 5 timings.

 

[Vikorz]

Download & run cpu-z mate ,post a screen clip of the memory & SPD tabs.

I have some spare 4gb sticks of 1333mhz ram here - if I have one close spec I could do you it cheap;-)

I could probably also hunt you a new haswell i5 cooler out of the loft in all honesty.

http://www.dabs.com/products/kingston-valueram-4gb-ddr3-1333mhz-non-ecc-dimm-240-pin-cl9-sr-x8-30mm-height-84YL.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc%20product%20search&utm_campaign=Components%20and%20Storage%20-%20Memory%20-%20Generic%20Memory&gclid=CjwKEAjwovytBRCdxtyKqfL5nUISJACaugG1d_sf6hCBWUoMCDIOWW3jvi8Sr-0OsA0Cxf8ubZKNMxoC9pjw_wcB&forcedesktop=true


Got a 4gb stick o this - matches your jedec profile 5 timings.

So this would work with my system yes?

 

[madmatt30]

No reason it wouldn't - I was going to offer the ram at £12 but in all honesty its only £13.44 from amazon
Kingston Technology KVR13N9S8H/4 4GB DDR3 1333Mhz Non ECC DIMM Memory https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B008CP5QF4/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_lL6VvbX3XKT9B


If for some reason it didn't work (but it should) one of us would be out of pocket on postage.

It would probably be better just to go with amazon as you can return it foc no questions asked.

Your ramnis currently running at 1066 - that's a limitation of your celeron.
With the 2400 fitted it should run at the higher speed of 1333mhz.

 

[Vikorz]

No reason it wouldn't - I was going to offer the ram at £12 but in all honesty its only £13.44 from amazon
Kingston Technology KVR13N9S8H/4 4GB DDR3 1333Mhz Non ECC DIMM Memory https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B008CP5QF4/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_lL6VvbX3XKT9B


If for some reason it didn't work (but it should) one of us would be out of pocket on postage.

It would probably be better just to go with amazon as you can return it foc no questions asked.

Your ramnis currently running at 1066 - that's a limitation of your celeron.
With the 2400 fitted it should run at the higher speed of 1333mhz.

so would it be better to just get 2 sticks of 4gb 1600mhz ram with my new cpu or will there not be much difference?