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CPU cache size compatability?
I have an XW 8000 running two 604 socket xeons at 533 FSB.
At present I have 2 x 2.8GHZ / 512KB L2 Cache
Can I upgrade to 2 x 3.2GHZ / 2MB L2 Cache
The issue here is the cache size, I know I can used the upgrade witha 1MB cahe, it says on the HP site, but can I use it with the 2 MB cache?
Will it make that much difference any way.
I use my PC for web development / typing / surfing / writing large pdfs . . . .
3 Answers
- shockwaveLv 610 years agoFavorite Answer
it isn't the cache size that matters concerning the compatibility but the cpu type itself if it is supported by the mobo.
on the other hand you will not notice a big improvement from the new cpu's because your used applications will hardly take a profit from the increased cache.
- AllanLv 710 years ago
Looking at the HP-Quickspecs for your computer it seems that the important part is Front side Bus frequency is restrictted fo 533MHz
But they do show a1MB cache option on a 3.2GHz CPU
- Anonymous10 years ago
You should check if the new CPU is compatible with your motherboard. It would make a slight difference if you managed to upgrade.
