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Advice: AMD x2 5200+ vs AMD Phenom x2 550

Discussion in 'Processors and Motherboards' started by gamingguy27, Oct 14, 2010.

  1. gamingguy27 TechSpot Enthusiast

    Hello,

    Quick question,

    I have a cheap gaming rig - Asus M3NHT with 2 x 9800GTs in SLI.

    I currently have a Amd x2 5200+, how much faster do you think the Phenom x2 550 will be? it's only £70?

    Regards,

    Alex.
    gamingguy27, Oct 14, 2010
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  2. red1776 Omnipotent Ruler of the Universe

    depending on the application, between 20-30% faster. It is a much better gaming CPU than the 5200+
    You should also realize more performance (FPS) from your SLI'd GT 9800's. If you have not already checked, I am almost certain that your MB supports the x2 550, but check it with the CPU support list for the Bios update.
    red1776, Oct 14, 2010
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  3. white2010 Newcomer, in training

    don't forget lager cacher memory too. I was use Amd x2 5200 and now I have been upgrade my cpu Phenom x2 555 , You can upgrade to Phenom X2 555, it's just little more cost than X2 550 and you get speed bump +100 mhz compare to X2 550

    yes, you need bios upgrade for your motherboard . You can check your motherboard website if they provide for bios update to your motherboard
    white2010, Nov 8, 2010
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