i5 to i7 (Intel processor upgrade)

[phc56789]

How much does it cost to upgrade a 3rd gen Intel core i5 processor to 3rd gen Intel core i7 processor, in a gaming desktop/tower?

 

[Inficard]

It depends on what version of the i5 you have, and then it depends on what version of the i7 you want. It would probably cost you around 100$ bucks. Tell us what version you have and what version you want.

 

[strife_ff7]

If the upgrade is for gaming performance then it's a waste of money. An i5 3xxx is all you'll need for gaming.

 

[ASHISH65]

not worthwile updgrade at all from i5 to i7

 

[melikepie]

They're all correct! Now if you really need more performance you can buy a 6 core i7 for $600-$1000 which I'm not even sure that's compatible. Simple, if you want to upgrade it will be around $300 with around %10 performance increase.

 

[ciaranmc2011]

I would just wait to see what haswell brings (price/performance) then I would upgrade. +you don't really need a upgrade if your just gaming but hey it's your choice