Question 1

Is this processor good for a simple computer I can just store my files and leave it running all the time with a few breaks?

Accepted Answer

I'd rather just use an extra 30-40 dollars and buy a dual core processor over this..... thing... Any processor is better than this. Even if you manage to unlock it it's still trash. Go for at least  an Athlon. Any thing would probably do better than this processor. Stick a toy duck in and it's faster than this processor. Use the extra few dollars and buy an athlong dual or quad. If you can afford the quad get it.

Question 2

Does it comes with OEM heatsink?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it comes with original CPU fan & heatsink.

Question 3

Why is this the only socket AM3 chip on newegg? It's a downgrade, from well... everything...

Accepted Answer

Because this packs a little punch for under $40.  It has its applications.  It even has a hidden core that, with the right knowledge, research and mobo purchase, can be unlocked to be a 100% usable dual-core.  This is my wife's main desktop machine.  I can run Adobe CS6 on it.  With an SSD and 8G of RAM, this CPU doesn't get bogged down easily.

Question 4

Will this proc work with ECC memory?

Accepted Answer

That depends upon your motherboard.  Nearly all motherboards which support ECC memory are server motherboards, which support only server cpus such as Opteron processors.  This is a low end desktop cpu.

Question 5

Had to buy one of these guys to help test a motherboard out, could someone recommend a good motherboard combo that I would be able to use to set a game servers on (Source, Minecraft, ts3, est.)?

Accepted Answer

Scrypt mining -- does little but run BAMT and which runs the GPU boards.

Question 6

I have a MOBO that is AM3+ready, but i need to update the bios in order to use it. Can i use this chip just to boot and update the bios?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Believe it or not that's what I used it for. I accidentally downgraded my bios and it wouldn't allow my am3+ CPU. I bought this, put it in, and upgraded my bios. When I was done I simply put my better CPU back in. Word of advice, u might want to buy some desent thurmal paste as you don't want to re-use the old stuff.

Question 7

will this chip work on my "msi 890fxa-gd70" motherboard?

Accepted Answer

The answer to your question is yes. An AM3 Based CPU/Processor will work with your Motherboard of Choice. However some OC (Overclocking) Abilities may be limited. I recommend an AM3+ CPU Such as AMD FX-4130 Zambezi 3.8GHz Socket AM3+ Quad-Core Desktop Processor. 99.99 But well worth the money.

Question 8

Is this can handle 1080p? I am not into gaming, I just an artist.

By the way can help me to pick the right for CPU.

Accepted Answer

My video software basically locks up because it need at least 2 cores. I have a 3 core AMD64 processor and it does handled video beautifully.

Question 9

What kind of power supply would be optimal for this CPU? Something above or below 500 Watts for example? Thanks.

Accepted Answer

500 Watts is plenty. You could get away with a 200W PSU with this little guy as long as you weren't running a dedicated video card other than something powered via PCI.

Question 10

would it fit and be an upgrade for a sr5613wm compaq computer?the specs for my computer all sempron would fit,but it is an am2 motherboard though.if it does fit would it be an upgrade?

Accepted Answer

if you have an am2 motherboard, definitely you need to buy a motherboard which support am3 and am3+ socket

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