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So, basically the title says it all. I have a really old computer that I have really just added parts onto, currently I have Windows 8 (x86), 2GB RAM DDR3 (ordered more), an NVIDIA 9800 GT, and a lowly Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU 3.06GHz. So, I have never replaced a processor, and I am sure that not all types of processors would fit, so I would like a few suggestions on what to get. I currently have ~100 dollars to spend, so keep that in mind please. Any help guys?

your going to need a new motherboard before you can switch your CPU to something better

You would need another motherboard most likely as well, so you're looking at maybe the 150+ range for both. I recommend these two.

CPU: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D7BYMB2/?tag=pcpapi-20

Motherboard: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157468&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

You should've just took what you could get from that computer (DvD drive, case, etc.) and started from scratch and saved money for better parts.

You will need a new MOBO (motherboard) if anything it would be best to strip out the case and use it to build a new computer. I use a ASUS Sabertooth 990FX with a AMD FX-8350 processor.

What motherboard is currently being used?

Since your motherboard uses an LGA 775 socket, you basically have a choice between either a Core 2 Duo or a Core 2 Quad for a processor. Each of these has a high cost to performance ratio though due to how outdated they are. I would suggest saving up some more money and getting a new processor as well as a new motherboard. You will save money in the long run since you won't have to upgrade processors as many times.