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What do u think is the most compatible for the p4 3.2 ghz with HT ??

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For : the important first step is to identify the exact Pentium 4 SKU you have (the text on the heatspreader or the original box). That tells you the socket (Socket 478 or LGA775), the FSB speed and the memory type the board must support. Hyper-Threading itself is a CPU feature but the motherboard BIOS and chipset must properly recognize the CPU and expose HT to the OS — confirm that in the board’s CPU support list or manual. (See general background on Pentium 4 and Hyper-Threading: Pentium 4, Hyper-threading.)

Target chipsets by socket and memory type. For many P4 3.2 GHz CPUs you’ll see Socket 478 boards using Intel 865/875‑class chipsets (DDR400/800FSB era) or later LGA775 boards using the 915/925/945 families (early DDR2 boards). Match chipset, socket and memory type before anything else; chipset pages and vendor CPU‑support lists are a good reference (, List of Intel chipsets.)

Quick practical checklist before buying:

  • Verify exact CPU model and check the motherboard vendor CPU support list (BIOS version that adds support).
  • Ensure the board has the correct power connector (4‑pin ATX12V for many P4s) and decent VRMs/heatsinks if the system will run under load.
  • Confirm memory type (DDR vs DDR2), SATA/IDE needs, and expansion slots you require.
  • If buying used, ask the seller for the current BIOS version — otherwise you may need an older CPU to flash a compatible BIOS.

As noted, pick the board for the features you actually need; and, as suggested, shop around — but prioritize boards from vendors that publish clear CPU support lists and BIOS downloads (or use Intel ARK to confirm CPU specs: https://ark.intel.com).

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the most reliable boards for Intel chips are Intel boards... but quite pricey, which one you want is the question, what 'stuff' do you want on it, sata/gfx/sound etc

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try they've got tons of crap there.... check out the boards.

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