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is a mobile processor ok for desktop use?

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jlyttle

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Is there anything at all that would prevent me from using this in any standard socket 754 MB? What is the difference between this mobile unit and the non-mobile? I want t0 use it in a desktop PC w/ standard parts, fan etc.

What don't I know, the price seems too good to be true.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819103443

http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=80701-R

Can anyone tell me the difference between these two chips? I need to order one today, thanks!
 
If it uses the same socket and pinout, it should be good. As far as amd is concerned, there actually isn't a lot of difference between a mobile and a non-mobile CPU. It used to be powernow support, but now desktop cps have that.

The only thing I'd be a little worried about is bios support, but it should work even if the bios doesn't recognise it (although I myself have never tried).
 
For the most part, modern amd mobiles now are just lower voltage versions. This means you generally get a cooler, les power hungry cpu. These are ideal for overclocking, sometimes.
 
The problem is that I just quoted a 754 system to one of my customers, but none of my regular wholesalers has the 3200+ 754 in stock, so I am forced to look to an online seller for this one. The mobile unit is $40 cheaper, but I am not %100 certain if it would work with the Mobo. I may just get the retail box. The cheaper one is OEM and I will also need to buy a fan, so the difference may only be like $25. I may not make as much on this one, but it won't come back to haunt me.
 
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