Will a i7 Cpu fit In a i5 Cpu Or Are The Sockets Different

Upgrading the CPU really isn’t as difficult as people like to think it is. Oldie isn’t incorrect in saying it takes finesse as the pins can be easily bent or broken — should this happen, you may consider yourself thoroughly screwed — but it’s not rocket science either. It’s not gonna explode if you don’t keep it level or move it too quickly. It just takes some common sense and a little research. If Fingers’ suggestion didn’t help, try opening your case up and taking a peek at the MoBo. Just be careful not to touch the circuits. Every MoBo I’ve seen has had the socket type printed on it somewhere. I can’t guarantee it’ll be on yours, but there’s still a good chance you’ll find your answer there since the CPU has to match the MoBo. Example: My MoBo is an ASRock Z87 (1150 socket) My CPU is an Intel core i5-4670k (also 1150 socket) I could have had an i7 if I wanted, because my MoBo supports it, but I opted for extended warranties and a case with the best price/potential balance. I will probably upgrade to an i7 when I am in a better financial position. Whatever CPU I ended up with, the sockets had to match — that’s the important part. You definitely don’t want to start anything until you know what socket your MoBo is. I hope we help you find it. Also, CPU’s usually come with an adequate application of thermal paste, so you don’t really need to worry about that.