Keeping AMD sempron 140 constant, 1) what is the best ddr2 supported motherboard 2) what is the best ddr3 supported motherboard?

Question

Hi guys...
I have a desktop with AMD sempron 140 processor, ddr2 1 GB RAM...
So recently my PC all of a sudden stopped working... When I turn on the power, the power is reaching the CPU ( as the CPU lights are glowing) but the power is not reaching the monitor..
I took the CPU to 2 service centers, both said that I need to buy a new motherboard...
Now keeping the processor constant ( AMD sempron 140) and I'll buy a 4 GB RAM ( ddr2 or ddr3) and probably a low or mid level graphic card ( I want to in future, but not sure) can u guys suggest me two best motherboards ?
1) A best ddr2 supported motherboard ( because I have that 1 GB RAM stick 🤷) + 4 gb ddr2 ram
2) A best ddr3 supported motherboard + 4 GB ddr3 RAM
It'll be really helpful if u guys can suggest me the best 2 motherboards in these 2 categories... Cheers, peace

Answer 1

If you go to PC Part Picker, and go to the system builder you can pick that CPU, then when you select a motherboard it will list boards that are compatible with that CPU. Then you just pick the specs you want and it will show you where you can buy it.



You'll probably have to go used, and places like e-bay to get a decent price on the motherboard.



You'd be able to buy a whole new PC that's better than that one for not much as well, so don't spend too much on fixing it.

Answer 2

Just the fact that you would consider spending even a nickel on what was a crap computer when new scares me for the future of our world.

Answer 3

1. That CPU is 10 years old

2. Everything you use/purchase to use with that CPU will be used and 10 years old.

3. Unless there is some sentimental reason, you'd be better off starting from scratch with new parts