Current version by: oldturkey03 (vote details)

Title:

Best possible processor for my iMac 2012 i5

Text:

Hello fellow fixateers!

I need to upgrade the processor in this mac, currently its a 2.9 ghz i5 and is struggling with video encoding and some general tasks.

I have already replaced the HDD with an SSD and upgraded ram to 24gb so there is little room for improvement there.

Does anyone know which processors are compatible, i know i can just put in the top end 2012 i7 but perhaps something more recent will also work?

I read some posts that a certain TDP is needed and the FSB speeds must be compatible but im struggling to find solid info on this particular model.

Thanks!

Device:

iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546

Status:

open

Accepted Answer:

Original post by: paul

Title:

Best possible processor for my iMac 2012 i5

Text:

Hello fellow fixateers!

I need to upgrade the processor in this mac, currently its a 2.9 ghz i5 and is struggling with video encoding and some general tasks.

I have already replaced the HDD with an SSD and upgraded ram to 24gb so there is little room for improvement there.

Does anyone know which processors are compatible, i know i can just put in the top end 2012 i7 but perhaps something more recent will also work?

I read some posts that a certain TDP is needed and the FSB speeds must be compatible but im struggling to find solid info on this particular model.

Thanks!

Device:

iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546

Status:

open