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XPS 8900 CPU Question
Hey guys, I'm interested in upgrading the stock i7 6700 on my XPS 8900 to an i7 6700k processor. I know the upgraded processor would fit, but will I run into any problems with the Dell Bios after upgrading?
Thanks in advance.
Jobby Issac
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September 11th, 2017 02:00
Hi,
You can upgrade your processor to i7 6700k as it is supported. I am sharing a link which can be helpful to you while upgrading the processor.
www.liutilities.com/.../
Boxing101
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September 11th, 2017 03:00
ok please do. Thanks again
Dan-H
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September 12th, 2017 13:00
Agree you can upgrade it, but I'm not sure you will notice the improvement in performance unless you are bench-marking and measuring the results.
The 6700K is probably about $300 to $315, and you can sell your 6700 for $200 or so after selling fees and shipping, so for a $100 to $150 upgrade it can work, but again, I'm not sure the slight increase is worth the cost.
My opinion is based on my experience with daily use of a i7 3770 ( stock 3.4Ghz) , and an i7 4790K overclocked to 4.7Ghz
I also have access to and often use an i7 4770 (3.4Ghz), and a 6700K overclocked to 4.8Ghz
all have similar SSDs ( most are SATA III Samsumg 850s, one is a Micron SATA III SSD)
If you move forward with the upgrade, you might also consider upgrading the CPU cooler. Search for "xps 8900 cryorig H7" and you'll find a post on the forum here with a video.
I upgraded the CPU cooler on two of our XPS 8700s with the i7 4770 CPU, and it was a huge improvement.
good luck,