Will this cpu work on my computer?

[epicdude787]

Hi, im new to the computer world and want to upgrade my cpu to game better. I dont have much money to spend but everyone told me the Amd athlon x4 860k had a good bang for the buck. I dont want to buy it if it doesnt work in my computer though. Any help is appreciated!

Here is my system information(from speccy sorry if these arent right.)

Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64-bit
CPU
AMD A4-6300 72 °C
Richland 32nm Technology
RAM
16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 798MHz (11-11-11-28)
Motherboard
MSI A68HM-E33 V2 (MS-7721) (P0) 37 °C
Graphics
Standard Monitor (1920x1200@59Hz)
2047MB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti (ZOTAC International) 31 °C
Storage
931GB Seagate ST1000DX001-1NS162 (SATA) 38 °C
Optical Drives
ATAPI iHAS124 F
Audio
Realtek High Definition Audio

 

[Woohoopy]

Yes, since both the CPU and your motherboard have an FM2+ socket, the upgrade would be compatible.

Cheers mate, hope this helps.

 

[epicdude787]

Yes, since both the CPU and your motherboard have an FM2+ socket, the upgrade would be compatible.

Cheers mate, hope this helps.

Im reading now that i might need a better power supply to run the CPU. Will it use around the same power as my old one or will i have to get a new power supply too?

 

[Woohoopy]

Im reading now that i might need a better power supply to run the CPU. Will it use around the same power as my old one or will i have to get a new power supply too?

The upgrade requires 30w more power as it transitions from 65w on the existing CPU to 95w on the upgraded CPU.

What is your current power-supply to see if it can handle the upgrade?

It's not entirely cheap, but the Corsair RMx650w would be a great PSU if you plan on overclocking.

Cheers mate, hope this helps.

 

[epicdude787]

Im reading now that i might need a better power supply to run the CPU. Will it use around the same power as my old one or will i have to get a new power supply too?

The upgrade requires 30w more power as it transitions from 65w on the existing CPU to 95w on the upgraded CPU.

What is your current power-supply to see if it can handle the upgrade?

It's not entirely cheap, but the Corsair RMx650w would be a great PSU if you plan on overclocking.

Cheers mate, hope this helps.

The one that came with my computer is 350 Watt is this enough for everything i have? I really don't have the money to spend 100 dollars on a new power supply!

 

[Woohoopy]

Yes that 350w power supply will be enough. Your estimated power usage is ~253w, so you don't have much room for overclocking, but you do meet the minimum requirements to run the new CPU.

I can't say I trust a 350w PSU too much, and it may pose a risk for your components in the long run, but for the purpose of the question, you do not technically need to upgrade your PSU.

I do recommend it though but you don't need to for running the new CPU.

Cheers mate, hope this helps.