ocizer said:
dude is it worth upgrading a e4400 to e5300
and also i dont need a keyboard and mouse
the samsung monitor u suggested is a 20"one right
Hi Sir.
You didn't mention your existing config. in your first post.
This is the very reason we suggest you read the pinned topics before creating threads.
Please go though this:-
http://www.techenclave.com/pc-peripherals/notice-all-those-who-need-help-138633.html
Now, to answer your question, Yes, it is a decent upgrade considering the 45nm fabrication and OC potential. But the major reason is, your current processor will cover approximately ~50% of the new one if you sell it in the TE market.
Also, since you have specified you don't need a keyboard/mouse combo, add that bit of budget + the cash you'd get from selling the current CPU and go for the E7500, which would be an even bigger upgrade.
Alternatively, you can also choose to stick to the current CPU, it will easily do north of 3Ghz/1066Mhz FSB on that Gigabyte G31 board, and you can use the CPU budget to go for a good aftermarket cooler/other accesories/pocket the cash for now(don't recommend this though, since you have cash for a new chip). XD
Good luck with the purchases and post any queries/doubts that you may have. I once again urge you to mention your entire existing setup.