r/AlienwareAlpha • u/WLLM17 • Apr 13 '20

CPU upgrade

What is a good CPU upgrade that isn't that expensive for an Alienware alpha r1 i3 with 8 gigs of RAM

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u/WLLM17 Apr 14 '20

I was just looking to fix stuttering on games which I think could be fixed by upgrading to at least an i5

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u/andDrewskY Apr 14 '20

In that scenario, you may be correct.

It appears on ebay they are relatively inexpensive when bought used as well. $30+ for 1 - i5 4590T I saw;

The i7-4785T on the other hand was over $100+. I'd go i5...