[SOLVED] Is the i5 3470 still a good cpu?

Bubble_Double

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There are certain games in which my computer struggles a bit, and its the CPU. I was wondering if getting an i7 3770 would be worth it in 2019 or if i'd be better off buying a new computer (i have an oem HP) or just sticking to my i5 3470 for a bit.
 
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I wouldn't get the i7-3770 in this day and age. Also if you do decide to go with the i7 you've mentioned you're going to have to deal with more heat dump from the CPU.
Assuming the OEM BIOS actually supports the 3770 the gains will be limited, you mainly gain hyperthreading which will help a bit but not significantly. Unless the 3770 is really cheap I’d say it’s a waste of money as you will likely find yourself want to upgrade again in the near future.
 
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