M4a88td-v evo/usb3 & amd fx-8120

raf051888

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I'm considering upgrading my computer. I had previously considered upgrading to an i7 either Haswell or Ivy Bridge; however I'd like to see if I can upgrade my current system first. When I purchase blu-rays, I rip them for playback on my HTPC and iOS devices. When using handbrake for this process my CPU utilization hits 100%.

My current system:

MoBo: M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3
CPU: AMD Phenom II X4 850
RAM: 8GB PNY @ 669Mhz


I wondering with my current motherboard if I could upgrade to a FX-8120?

Any help is appreciated.