CPU upgrade for Dell Dimension E310

[zeyuanfu]

Hello, I am sorry if there are threads similar to this, but I have a Dell Dimension E310 and I was wondering if I can upgrade my CPU to an Intel Pentium 4 650 that I can get on eBay (link here:CPU), the seller seems legit enough and has lots of good reviews. If possible, could I get a suggestion to a better CPU I could get? I am getting an Antec NeoECO PSU upgrade (please see my other post, link here:Post) so I am sure to have enough power. Also, is it safe to buy CPUs from eBay?

Thanks in advance!

 

[zeyuanfu]

Sorry if my answers come out after one or two posts. While I read stuff, you. Guys write and vice versa.

 

[logainofhades]

While I was looking at the Core i5s, I looked at the Pentiums and the G3258 caught my eye. It's the same everything, except for the clocks speed, the fact that it was launched in this year's second quarter, some other stuff and the fact that it's only 8$ more expensive. Here's the link:http://ark.intel.com/compare/82723,77773
That CPU MUST be compatible with your build and everything, right?

The 3258 is a nice little chip indeed. It is worth the added cost for sure.

 

[logainofhades]

The Xeon 1231v3 does not have IGP, so you would have to have a dedicated GPU. It will game really well. Its performance is close to that of the i7 4770.

So you get the performance of an EE CPU for the price of a Xeon and a dedicated GPU... I might tell that to my friends, who are also computer amateurs...

No you get the performance of an i7 4770 for about $50 less. You can build a whole system for the cost of an Extreme Edition. :lol:

 

[Obnoxious]

Personally rather than focus on socket 2011, I'd advise you focus more towards the mainstream socket 1150.

The performance of the Xeon E3-1230v3 (socket 1150) is similar to that of the i7-4770 (socket 1150) without the integrated graphics.

The 1150 is aimed more towards the general consumer, whereas socket 2011 is for the utmost high-end systems. Don't let the term "high-end" taste your tickle bud however, to even achieve that you'll need to spend over $1,000s. The 1150 again can achieve more than most (if not all) enthusiastic gamers requirements, alongside being somewhat affordable.

Remember you are coming from a Pentium 4 machine, so whatever build you decide on, even the one logainofhades recommended will be a major boost in performance. We can also talk about i5, i7, Xeon processors and compare both 2011 and 1150 all day; but we all have a budget we should adhere to, and 1150 is ideal for all of those scenarios.

All the best. 😉

 

[logainofhades]

Complete system

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1230 V3 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($249.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper TX3 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H81M-DGS R2.0 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($48.38 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 290 4GB Tri-X Video Card ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H22 ATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.24 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($84.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1034.52
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

vs just the extreme edition :lol:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4960X Extreme Edition 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor ($1034.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1034.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

 

[zeyuanfu]

Complete system

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1230 V3 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($249.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper TX3 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H81M-DGS R2.0 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($48.38 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 290 4GB Tri-X Video Card ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H22 ATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.24 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($84.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1034.52
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

vs just the extreme edition :lol:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4960X Extreme Edition 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor ($1034.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1034.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Thank you all for your answers and time! I am seriously considering and leaning towards an Intel system...
BTW sleeve bearing fans aren't very good. Ball or hydro wave bearings are better.

 

[zeyuanfu]

There's just this one thing:
Do I REALLY need a case? It seems like it's only necessary use is to turn on the computer with the power button...