post a cpuz validation link
http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html
cpuz -> validate button -> submit button
it will open a browser, copy the url (address) and paste it here

and psu brand/model/age?

https://valid.x86.fr/eghu1g

CIT
600W FX Pro

was a budget build, been slowly upgrading over time

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Looking for some suggestions on an upgrade.
Something decent, but not overly expensive.
Help? :papyruswacky: This CPU is holding me back now..

CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6 core, 12 Threads
Cezanne 7nm Technology

Ryzen 5700x3D for about $250 is the only option that makes any sense in my opinion. Or a new build but that would cost much more.

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https://valid.x86.fr/eghu1g

CIT
600W FX Pro

was a budget build, been slowly upgrading over time

if you want to upgrade the cpu, get a new board
the amd a boards are good for low end cpus, and often with weak vrm config that will choke any mid+ cpu that needs more than 80w to hold turbo/boost clocks

with that board, keep the stock cooler on the cpu, to cool the boards vrm mosfets

I’d concur with C1REX, if you are only wanting to upgrade the CPU and nothing else, the only thing on AM4 that would make any sense would be the 5700X3D

I'd say don't right now... kinda a bad time.

cpu upgrade thats easy. microcenter free bin.

Intel i5 12600K. Mobo + CPU should run you about $300-$350. Make sure your RAM is compatible, though it looks like it should be. Also you'll need a CPU fan/cooler.

If you don't want to replace the board, then

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I’d concur with C1REX, if you are only wanting to upgrade the CPU and nothing else, the only thing on AM4 that would make any sense would be the 5700X3D

Because it is so attractively priced, a Ryzen 7 5800X “Vermeer” would be worth considering. Or the already mentioned 5700x3d, which is significantly more expensive. If necessary, update the UEFI/BIOS before replacing the CPU.

Okay thanks for responses, will upgrade mobo eventually. I'd thought about that, but i'll go with a 5700x3d for now. Thanks

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Okay thanks for responses, will upgrade mobo eventually. I'd thought about that, but i'll go with a 5700x3d for now. Thanks :SonicHedgehog:

Just as an aside on this, which CPU cooler are you currently using? The 5700X3D doesn't come with a "stock cooler" and depending on the cooler you currently have for the R5 5500, you probably will want to also consider an upgraded cooler. Any of the 240mm AIO coolers or a decent air cooler should be fine for the 5700X3D. If you only have the stock cooler from the R5 5500; I'd recommend upgrading it.

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Okay thanks for responses, will upgrade mobo eventually. I'd thought about that, but i'll go with a 5700x3d for now. Thanks

Just as an aside on this, which CPU cooler are you currently using? The 5700X3D doesn't come with a "stock cooler" and depending on the cooler you currently have for the R5 5500, you probably will want to also consider an upgraded cooler. Any of the 240mm AIO coolers or a decent air cooler should be fine for the 5700X3D. If you only have the stock cooler from the R5 5500; I'd recommend upgrading it.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/ARCTIC-Alpine-connector-continuous-operation/dp/B09SHW7N48/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?s=computers&sr=1-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGZfYnJvd3Nl&psc=1

Currently that, which will be upgraded too

https://www.cclonline.com/r-le520-bkammn-g1-deepcool-le520-240mm-aio-liquid-cpu-cooler/

would this work just as good?

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Just as an aside on this, which CPU cooler are you currently using? The 5700X3D doesn't come with a "stock cooler" and depending on the cooler you currently have for the R5 5500, you probably will want to also consider an upgraded cooler. Any of the 240mm AIO coolers or a decent air cooler should be fine for the 5700X3D. If you only have the stock cooler from the R5 5500; I'd recommend upgrading it.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/ARCTIC-Alpine-connector-continuous-operation/dp/B09SHW7N48/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?s=computers&sr=1-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGZfYnJvd3Nl&psc=1

Currently that, which will be upgraded too

Are you sure it’s this cooler? Or just similar to it? That cooler is for an Intel socket mount. The stock AMD cooler that likely came with the R5 5500 looks similar to that one.

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https://www.cclonline.com/r-le520-bkammn-g1-deepcool-le520-240mm-aio-liquid-cpu-cooler/

would this work just as good?

Yeah pretty much any of the 240 AIO models should be ok for the 5700X3D.

If you’re going to go with an AIO my personal preference and one of the top rated models would be the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240 or 240 Pro. Last time I looked at one for a friend they were around the $65-$70 (USD) price point. If you don’t mind the RGB you might be able to find one of the A-RGB variants for slightly less but normally they will be the same price or a bit more. Either of them will also come with a small .8g tube of their MX-6 thermal paste.

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/ARCTIC-Alpine-connector-continuous-operation/dp/B09SHW7N48/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?s=computers&sr=1-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGZfYnJvd3Nl&psc=1

Currently that, which will be upgraded too

Are you sure it’s this cooler? Or just similar to it? That cooler is for an Intel socket mount. The stock AMD cooler that likely came with the R5 5500 looks similar to that one.

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https://www.cclonline.com/r-le520-bkammn-g1-deepcool-le520-240mm-aio-liquid-cpu-cooler/

would this work just as good?

Yeah pretty much any of the 240 AIO models should be ok for the 5700X3D.

If you’re going to go with an AIO my personal preference and one of the top rated models would be the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240 or 240 Pro. Last time I looked at one for a friend they were around the $65-$70 (USD) price point. If you don’t mind the RGB you might be able to find one of the A-RGB variants for slightly less but normally they will be the same price or a bit more. Either of them will also come with a small .8g tube of their MX-6 thermal paste.

The AMD cpu was preowned from a secondhand retailer near where i live, so no cooler came with. I just went with that one. It is that one i'm using. Pretty sure it is, look identical. Was over a year ago i built this. can't fully remember... or where i got it LOL

My rig is full RBG, i like the fancy lights tbh lol. So thats no problem. I'll go with one of those then :D

Went without a PC for nearly 7 years, so my knowledge went outa the window a little bit