Motherboard specs and CPU upgrades for Pavilion 590-p0109

[Dan_15]

I am trying to upgrade my CPU in order to run Windows 11 (currently on Windows 10).

Current CPU: AMD A12-9800 REDEON R7

Problems:
I don't know the specs of my motherboards.

I don't have a list of supported CPU on that motherboard.

I can't check if the cooler coming with the new CPU will fit on my motherboard (it has 4 screws - no clip for the cooler).
Can someone provide me some specs?

Bonus question:  I was led to think AMD Ryzen7-2700 was supported (from some forum).  But the PC won't boot with it.  Putting back the old CPU worked for now.  Is this CPU not supported on my motherboard?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

According to the product specs, your PC has a HP 'Sunflower' motherboard which supports the following processors:

• TDP: up to 65 W
• Socket type: AM4
• Motherboard supports the following processor upgrades:

  Processor	TDP
  AMD Ryzen7-2700 (Pinnacle Ridge) 8 cores/16 threads	65 W
  AMD Ryzen5-2600 (Pinnacle Ridge) 6 cores/12 threads	65 W
  AMD Ryzen7-1700 (Summit Ridge) 3.0 GHz, 8 cores/16 threads	65 W
  AMD Ryzen5-1600 (Summit Ridge) 3.2 GHz, 6 cores/12 threads	65 W
  AMD Ryzen5-2400G (Raven Ridge) 3.6 GHz, 4 cores/8 threads	45 - 65 W
  AMD Ryzen3-2200G (Raven Ridge) 3.5 GHz, 4 cores/4 threads	45 - 65 W
  AMD AMD A12-9800 APU (Bristol Ridge) 3.8 GHz, 4 cores	65 W
  AMD AMD A10-9700 APU (Bristol Ridge) 3.5 GHz, 4 cores	65 W
  AMD AMD A8-9600 APU (Bristol Ridge) 3.1 GHz, 4 cores	65 W

However, the product specs for your PC indicate that it has the onboard AMD graphics adapter, and the Ryzen 7-2700 requires a discrete graphics card in order to work.

So, you will need to install a supported graphics card.

You don't need to change out the cooler and I believe that another cooler won't attach to the motherboard the same way the OEM one does.

The OEM heat sink is rated for 65W processors.

HP PartSurfer

[Dan_15]

Thank you Paul_Tikkanen
This is very helpful information
How can I find a graphic card that is not too expensive and fits my Sunflower motherboard so that I can use my new Ryzen 7-2700 CPU? 

I am not a gamer so no need for high performance.card
I think the PSU might be an issue (PSU 180W based on the link that you provided).

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

You're very welcome.

I'd go with a Nvidia GT 1030 since it only has a 30W power draw.

The Nvidia GT 710 may also work.  It is an older card but only has a 19W power draw.

I don't think they are too expensive if you can find a used but tested and working card on eBay.

[Dan_15]

Update:

My PC is running smoothly with the GT 1030 graphic card and Ryzen7-2700 CPU.

Thank you Paul_Tikkanen

[Paul_Tikkanen]

That's great news.

Glad to have been of assistance.