Motherboard and i5 660

[Jason21715]

I recently bought an intel core and is coming in the mail soon. I was just wondering if the processor will fit in my motherboard. I do not know the name of the board but when I bought the pc the board came with amd specs. My friend told me that is not going to work since I can't even replace it since it came with a CPU. My question is that will the CPU fit and will my CPU that came with the motherboard be replaceable.

Thanks

 

[krzyimprt]

I recently bought an intel core and is coming in the mail soon. I was just wondering if the processor will fit in my motherboard. I do not know the name of the board but when I bought the pc the board came with amd specs. My friend told me that is not going to work since I can't even replace it since it came with a CPU. My question is that will the CPU fit and will my CPU that came with the motherboard be replaceable.

Thanks

For future reference never buy a CPU until you know it's compatible with your motherboard. I'm assuming you bought an i5-6600? which requires a LGA1151 motherboard. It won't work an AMD motherboard.

 

[rhysiam]

The i5 660 is a Clarkdale dual core (+HT) CPU with onboard graphics from back in 2010. It runs in P55, H55 and Q57 motherboards from that era.

I'm not quite sure how you expect us to tell you whether a mobo and CPU are compatible when you don't know what the motherboard is. But if you've just bought a motherboard at random, it's extremely unlikely that you happened to pick one of the very, very few motherboards which are compatible with that CPU.

Can you return either? If not, you're probably better putting that purchase down to a mistake and starting from scratch. Why not start a new thread with what sort of machine you're trying to build (is it for gaming, just web browsing, video editing?) and your budget, along with any parts you already have (Windows License? KB/Mouse? HDD?).
Unless you have specific requirements, when shopping second hand it's usually easiest to pick up a entire build. You can actually get quite a lot of computer for $100-200, especially if you're not interested in gaming.

 

[Chugalug_]

Do you mean a 6600?

 

[Jason21715]

I meant a 660.
Right now I'm on a budget can someone suggest a cheap mobo)
I got a Pavilion p7-1147cb

 

[Jason21715]

The i5 660 is a Clarkdale dual core (+HT) CPU with onboard graphics from back in 2010. It runs in P55, H55 and Q57 motherboards from that era.

I'm not quite sure how you expect us to tell you whether a mobo and CPU are compatible when you don't know what the motherboard is. But if you've just bought a motherboard at random, it's extremely unlikely that you happened to pick one of the very, very few motherboards which are compatible with that CPU.

Can you return either? If not, you're probably better putting that purchase down to a mistake and starting from scratch. Why not start a new thread with what sort of machine you're trying to build (is it for gaming, just web browsing, video editing?) and your budget, along with any parts you already have (Windows License? KB/Mouse? HDD?).

Unless you have specific requirements, when shopping second hand it's usually easiest to pick up a entire build. You can actually get quite a lot of computer for $100-200, especially if you're not interested in gaming.

I got a AAHD3-HB (Hibiscus) mobo.
Will the processor fit?
If not what is a cheap mobo for it??
I meant 660 not 6600 btw.
I went on eBay and found a used i5 660 since I'm on a budget

 

[rhysiam]

I got a AAHD3-HB (Hibiscus) mobo.
Will the processor fit?
If not what is a cheap mobo for it??
I meant 660 not 6600 btw.
I went on eBay and found a used i5 660 since I'm on a budget

No, it will not fit.

If you're adamant you want to get that CPU working, you need to look for a H55, P55 or Q57 motherboard. Go on Ebay to see what's available. Find out the specific model number of a motherboard in your price range and check the manufacturer's website to ensure your i5 660 is on the CPU compatibility list.

A few questions though:
- Have you already got RAM and a HDD?
- Have you already got a case, power supply, etc?
- Do you already own an operating system license (like Windows?)

For a point of comparison, here's a barebones i5-2400 (much more powerful than your i5 660) for $55: http://www.ebay.com/itm/DELL-OPTIPLEX-390-SFF-DESKTOP-INTEL-QUAD-CORE-I5-2400-3-1GHZ-RADEON-BAREBONES-/332153834079?hash=item4d55e94a5f:g:yTIAAOSwSlBYucig
It would need RAM + HDD + Windows, but would then be far superior to your i5 660.

Alternatively, here's a full computer (including Win 7, Monitor, KB + Mouse) with a decent i3 2100 (a bit faster than your i5 660) $110: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dell-Optiplex-990-SFF-Desktop-Core-i3-2100-3-1GHz-8GB-500GB-HDD-Window-7-Pro-/361919253524?hash=item5444118c14:g:cFMAAOSw4A5YudMA

Now don't consider the above recommendations, I didn't look closely at the specs/details/sellers, I have no idea if they're legit. You'd need to do that research yourself. But the point I'm making is that you're probably better off just abandoning your i5 660 CPU and buying an entire system. Starting to put together an entire PC from second hand components is usually much more expensive than just picking up an ex-lease desktop from the likes of Dell or HP. Now if you're trying to put together a gaming machine on the cheap, then you need to be careful as GPU + PSU upgrades for OEM machines (especially small form factor ones) can be extremely problematic. But it's still usually the best way to go if your budget is less than $300... which just isn't enough for a new build.

 

[Jason21715]

I got a AAHD3-HB (Hibiscus) mobo.
Will the processor fit?
If not what is a cheap mobo for it??
I meant 660 not 6600 btw.
I went on eBay and found a used i5 660 since I'm on a budget

No, it will not fit.

If you're adamant you want to get that CPU working, you need to look for a H55, P55 or Q57 motherboard. Go on Ebay to see what's available. Find out the specific model number of a motherboard in your price range and check the manufacturer's website to ensure your i5 660 is on the CPU compatibility list.

A few questions though:
- Have you already got RAM and a HDD?
- Have you already got a case, power supply, etc?
- Do you already own an operating system license (like Windows?)

For a point of comparison, here's a barebones i5-2400 (much more powerful than your i5 660) for $55: http://www.ebay.com/itm/DELL-OPTIPLEX-390-SFF-DESKTOP-INTEL-QUAD-CORE-I5-2400-3-1GHZ-RADEON-BAREBONES-/332153834079?hash=item4d55e94a5f:g:yTIAAOSwSlBYucig
It would need RAM + HDD + Windows, but would then be far superior to your i5 660.

Alternatively, here's a full computer (including Win 7, Monitor, KB + Mouse) with a decent i3 2100 (a bit faster than your i5 660) $110: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dell-Optiplex-990-SFF-Desktop-Core-i3-2100-3-1GHz-8GB-500GB-HDD-Window-7-Pro-/361919253524?hash=item5444118c14:g:cFMAAOSw4A5YudMA

Now don't consider the above recommendations, I didn't look closely at the specs/details/sellers, I have no idea if they're legit. You'd need to do that research yourself. But the point I'm making is that you're probably better off just abandoning your i5 660 CPU and buying an entire system. Starting to put together an entire PC from second hand components is usually much more expensive than just picking up an ex-lease desktop from the likes of Dell or HP. Now if you're trying to put together a gaming machine on the cheap, then you need to be careful as GPU + PSU upgrades for OEM machines (especially small form factor ones) can be extremely problematic. But it's still usually the best way to go if your budget is less than $300... which just isn't enough for a new build.

What's a cheap mobo that could fit.
and Yes I do have RAM, HDD, and Windows.
I am currently on a budget so I bought a used i5 660 on ebay.
Should I return it and buy a better used cpu?

 

[rhysiam]

Did you actually read my response? I'm pretty sure I've answered those questions already:

What's a cheap mobo that could fit

I've already written: "If you're adamant you want to get that CPU working, you need to look for a H55, P55 or Q57 motherboard. Go on Ebay to see what's available. Find out the specific model number of a motherboard in your price range and check the manufacturer's website to ensure your i5 660 is on the CPU compatibility list."
Search on ebay for "P55 motherboard" (or H55, or Q57). Sorry - but I'm not prepared to trawl through ebay for you to find an overpriced and underperforming solution. Again... getting buying a separate motherboard is probably NOT the best option.

and Yes I do have RAM, HDD, and Windows.

Great - that's helpful to know.

I am currently on a budget so I bought a used i5 660 on ebay.
Should I return it and buy a better used cpu?

I've already written: Can you return either? If not, you're probably better putting that purchase down to a mistake and starting from scratch.

So let's try starting from the start again:
1) You already told us you have a HDD, RAM and Windows - great, that helps
2) Do you have a case and power supply?
3) Critically - what do you want to do with this computer? Are you trying to build a gaming computer - if so, what sorts of games? Do you just want to web browse? Edit photos, videos - if so, what software are you going to use?
4) Do you have a specific budget or are you just looking to spend as little as possible? Do you have a hard upper limit?

Once you've answered those questions we can start to provide some better suggestions. Until then we're just guessing.

It's perhaps a slight exaggeration, but your question at the moment is a little bit like saying you've bought a very oddly shaped second hand sofa suite that will only fit in a specific shaped room, and you'd like some recommendations on the specific house your should buy that will fit your suite. But you haven't told us how much money you have, or - most importantly - what kind of a house you want. Sure we can find a house that will fit the sofa... but that's completely backwards. There's way more important things about a house than whether or not it fits the particular sofa you've gone out and bought.

Take a minute, answer the questions above, and we can make some proper recommendations.

 

[Jason21715]

Did you actually read my response? I'm pretty sure I've answered those questions already:

What's a cheap mobo that could fit

I've already written: "If you're adamant you want to get that CPU working, you need to look for a H55, P55 or Q57 motherboard. Go on Ebay to see what's available. Find out the specific model number of a motherboard in your price range and check the manufacturer's website to ensure your i5 660 is on the CPU compatibility list."
Search on ebay for "P55 motherboard" (or H55, or Q57). Sorry - but I'm not prepared to trawl through ebay for you to find an overpriced and underperforming solution. Again... getting buying a separate motherboard is probably NOT the best option.

and Yes I do have RAM, HDD, and Windows.

Great - that's helpful to know.

I am currently on a budget so I bought a used i5 660 on ebay.
Should I return it and buy a better used cpu?

I've already written: Can you return either? If not, you're probably better putting that purchase down to a mistake and starting from scratch.

So let's try starting from the start again:
1) You already told us you have a HDD, RAM and Windows - great, that helps
2) Do you have a case and power supply?
3) Critically - what do you want to do with this computer? Are you trying to build a gaming computer - if so, what sorts of games? Do you just want to web browse? Edit photos, videos - if so, what software are you going to use?
4) Do you have a specific budget or are you just looking to spend as little as possible? Do you have a hard upper limit?

Once you've answered those questions we can start to provide some better suggestions. Until then we're just guessing.

It's perhaps a slight exaggeration, but your question at the moment is a little bit like saying you've bought a very oddly shaped second hand sofa suite that will only fit in a specific shaped room, and you'd like some recommendations on the specific house your should buy that will fit your suite. But you haven't told us how much money you have, or - most importantly - what kind of a house you want. Sure we can find a house that will fit the sofa... but that's completely backwards. There's way more important things about a house than whether or not it fits the particular sofa you've gone out and bought.

Take a minute, answer the questions above, and we can make some proper recommendations.

Yes I already have a case and and power supply.
I am planning on getting an amd 8230 FX from my friend. Will my motherboard work?
I am using my computer for games specifically overwatch.
I now got a gtx 1050.
Yes I am looking to spend as little as possible since I do not have a job yet and I still live with my parents.

 

[rhysiam]

Yes I already have a case and and power supply.
I am planning on getting an amd 8230 FX from my friend. Will my motherboard work?
I am using my computer for games specifically overwatch.
I now got a gtx 1050.
Yes I am looking to spend as little as possible since I do not have a job yet and I still live with my parents.

Okay, thanks. Now we can talk!

You bought an FM1 motherboard, neither the i5 660 or FX 8320 will work in that motherboard. (I assume you mean 8320 - not "8230" as you wrote?)
The motherboard you bought already is useless, return it if you can.

Are you getting the CPU from your friend now? Or is that a future thing? Can you not get his motherboard too?

Here are your options:
1) As I've been suggesting elsewhere, get a cheap second hand ex-lease desktop. Here's one with a full sized PCIe slot which will run your GTX 1050 just fine, and has enough power for low end cards like that too: HERE
That's a full computer (add the GPU and you have a basic gaming computer) for $135.
If your GTX 1050 requires a 6 pin power connector you would probably need a cheap adapter - but it should work fine.
If you could perhaps sell some of the components you have - this would be a good option.

2) Pick up an AM3+ motherboard for your friend's FX8320 (assuming you can't get the motherboard from him).
Here's a relatively cheap option that says it's compatible with the 8320 (it's $40 after rebate right now - $50 + shipping up front): https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131942&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

The FX8320 is a decent budget gaming CPU, it'll suit the 1050 just fine.
As long as your PSU is up to it AND you have 4GB or more (preferable 8GB if possible) of DDR3 RAM AND your friend gives you a CPU cooler along with the CPU, you should be fine with that combination.

Post back any questions you have and I'll do my best to answer them.

[*updated broken link*]

 

[Jason21715]

Yes I already have a case and and power supply.
I am planning on getting an amd 8230 FX from my friend. Will my motherboard work?
I am using my computer for games specifically overwatch.
I now got a gtx 1050.
Yes I am looking to spend as little as possible since I do not have a job yet and I still live with my parents.

Okay, thanks. Now we can talk!

You bought an FM1 motherboard, neither the i5 660 or FX 8320 will work in that motherboard. (I assume you mean 8320 - not "8230" as you wrote?)
The motherboard you bought already is useless, return it if you can.

Are you getting the CPU from your friend now? Or is that a future thing? Can you not get his motherboard too?

Here are your options:
1) As I've been suggesting elsewhere, get a cheap second hand ex-lease desktop. Here's one with a full sized PCIe slot which will run your GTX 1050 just fine, and has enough power for low end cards like that too: HERE
That's a full computer (add the GPU and you have a basic gaming computer) for $135.
If your GTX 1050 requires a 6 pin power connector you would probably need a cheap adapter - but it should work fine.
If you could perhaps sell some of the components you have - this would be a good option.

2) Pick up an AM3+ motherboard for your friend's FX8320 (assuming you can't get the motherboard from him).
Here's a relatively cheap option that says it's compatible with the 8320 (it's $40 after rebate right now - $50 + shipping up front): https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131942&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

The FX8320 is a decent budget gaming CPU, it'll suit the 1050 just fine.
As long as your PSU is up to it AND you have 4GB or more (preferable 8GB if possible) of DDR3 RAM AND your friend gives you a CPU cooler along with the CPU, you should be fine with that combination.

Post back any questions you have and I'll do my best to answer them.

[*updated broken link*]

For option one I checked the computer and it is Linux which can no run any games I love to play and I do not want to spend another 100 dollars on Windies. Or can I replace it with my old computer? From what I know, so I just replace the cpu and gpu from the computer you recommended and replace everything and that will be it the computer also comes with an i5 Will it work for the 1050?

I will ask my friend next time and tell you if he could give me his motherboard too.

 

[rhysiam]

For option one I checked the computer and it is Linux which can no run any games I love to play and I do not want to spend another 100 dollars on Windies. Or can I replace it with my old computer? From what I know, so I just replace the cpu and gpu from the computer you recommended and replace everything and that will be it the computer also comes with an i5 Will it work for the 1050?

I will ask my friend next time and tell you if he could give me his motherboard too.

Correct - Linux, but you said you already had a copy of Windows, so you can just install that.

Having said that, if you can get the motherboard and CPU for that FX 8320, that's probably the better option. That ebay HP unit I linked, while a pretty solid computer, has a custom (BTX) motherboard and proprietary power supply. Which means you'd be stuck with that case and low powered graphics cards forever. It's an okay way to get gaming on the cheap, but not a great upgrade path for you.

The FX 8320 and motherboard in a standard ATX case is the better solution, if you can get it at a decent price.

 

[Jason21715]

For option one I checked the computer and it is Linux which can no run any games I love to play and I do not want to spend another 100 dollars on Windies. Or can I replace it with my old computer? From what I know, so I just replace the cpu and gpu from the computer you recommended and replace everything and that will be it the computer also comes with an i5 Will it work for the 1050?

I will ask my friend next time and tell you if he could give me his motherboard too.

Correct - Linux, but you said you already had a copy of Windows, so you can just install that.

Having said that, if you can get the motherboard and CPU for that FX 8320, that's probably the better option. That ebay HP unit I linked, while a pretty solid computer, has a custom (BTX) motherboard and proprietary power supply. Which means you'd be stuck with that case and low powered graphics cards forever. It's an okay way to get gaming on the cheap, but not a great upgrade path for you.

The FX 8320 and motherboard in a standard ATX case is the better solution, if you can get it at a decent price.

Why wouldn't my mobo work with the 8320?
My mobo came with amd stuff and the 8320 is also 8320.

 

[rhysiam]

AMD have dozens of sockets, CPUs have very specific compatibility. It's a bit like buying an engine from a Toyota Landcruiser and expecting it to fit in a Corolla because they're both made by Toyota... It doesn't work like that.

New features often need a new socket that doesn't maintain compatibility with previous versions. Intel is even worse in this regard to AMD.

 

[Jason21715]

AMD have dozens of sockets, CPUs have very specific compatibility. It's a bit like buying an engine from a Toyota Landcruiser and expecting it to fit in a Corolla because they're both made by Toyota... It doesn't work like that.

New features often need a new socket that doesn't maintain compatibility with previous versions. Intel is even worse in this regard to AMD.

So I would have to spend another $100 for a 8320 cpu and $50 for another motherboard which is $150

 

[rhysiam]

So I would have to spend another $100 for a 8320 cpu and $50 for another motherboard which is $150

Why are you asking me how much you'd have to spend on the CPU? You said you're getting it from your friend. How am I supposed to know?

Just FYI, you can get them for $120 new, so $100 for a second hand from a friend is not really a good deal.