Will any LGA 1155 CPU work in an LGA 1155 socket

[Fragzilla123]

I've never replaced the CPU in a desktop before. Lately I've been thinking of upgrading to a faster processor. The reason I want to replace my CPU was to improve my video gaming experience.

I have an Intel Pentium G640 in an LGA 1155 socket. Will any CPU that fits in an LGA 1155 socket be an acceptable replacement?

What other requirements should I be looking for when upgrading my CPU?

Thank you all for your time.

 

[Seladon-1370374]

Yes you can fit any LGA 1155 CPU in a LGA 1155 socket. You might have to update the BIOS though, on some of the oldest ones.

 

[Russel Johnson]

Yes, if the CPU is made for that socket then it will fit in that socket. The processor you should get is the i5-3570K unless you want to get an i7-3770K (if you need the extra power). Something like the i5-3570K could handle a game like Skyrim, but not something next gen. You would want to buy a graphics card (Like the Nvidia GTX 760) and then you might need a more powerful power supply unit.

 

[rgd1101]

google the make and model of the motherboard, it would tell you if the cpu is supported.

 

[manofchalk]

Yup, thats why the socket system exists. You can drop any LGA1155 chip you want into it.
TDP may be a factor, the Pentiums typically run at much lower heat output. So the heatsink you have may be insufficient for the new chip. Though when you buy the new chip you get a new cooler, so its a moot point.