Looking to upgrade from an Intel Core i3 or i5 CPU to a more powerful i7 or even i9 CPU? This post will show you how to ensure compatibility for any upgrade!
It’s not as simple as throwing in a new i7 or i9 CPU in place of your current CPU and calling it a day… You have to ensure that whichever CPU you are looking to upgrade towards is compatible with your current PC build which is exactly what this post is about – ensuring compatibility and upgrading the right way!
Odds are, if you’re looking to upgrade, then your CPU is from an older generation… If that’s the case, then there are more steps involved in upgrading to an i7 or i9 when you’re upgrading to a newer generation processor.
By following everything in this post, you should be able to ensure compatibility with the right parts and have a CPU upgrade that’s worthy of your PC rig.