CPU Capability...

[MidasPitboss]

I have been wanting to buy more RAM for my PC, but it is a bit dated and runs DDR RAM. Now, I want 2 GBs of RAM but DDR is getting expensive these days and harder to come by. If I'm running on an AMD Sempron 3000+ CPU could I replace the motherboard with a new one that supports DDR2? This would be for the purpose of putting DDR2 RAM in my computer since it is so much cheaper. But I am unsure if I would have to replace my CPU as well.

 

[The_Other_One]

You would have to replace the CPU. If you only have DDR, your socket is either 754 or 939. Only socket AM2 uses DDR2.

 

[PC eye]

If you move into something newer then the Socket A or 754 model board there you will also need a new cpu since that will be a totally different cpu socket type like AM2, and now AM2+ soon to see AM3. You may as well plan a total upgrade since DDR3 is already available.

 

[MidasPitboss]

Thank you. Your advice is appreciated. Word.

 

[PC eye]

If you decide on a new build first plan out a budget and the type of system you want and you'll see plenty of people ready to provide links on the various hardwares.

 

[oscaryu1]

I have been wanting to buy more RAM for my PC, but it is a bit dated and runs DDR RAM. Now, I want 2 GBs of RAM but DDR is getting expensive these days and harder to come by. If I'm running on an AMD Sempron 3000+ CPU could I replace the motherboard with a new one that supports DDR2? This would be for the purpose of putting DDR2 RAM in my computer since it is so much cheaper. But I am unsure if I would have to replace my CPU as well.

Yes, but overall it might just be cheaper to upgrade the whole combo itself (RAM, motherboard, CPU)