3900x combined with b450 MOBO
3900x combined with b450 MOBO
Checked compatibility details for the 3900x with the B450 motherboard. Some users reported performance limitations, while others felt the BIOS update would support it as long as overclocking isn't excessive. If pairing is possible, the maximum overclock potential remains unclear but should stay within safe limits.
Varies by platform. However, Ryzen isn't really a big deal these days.
i'm using an MSI B450 PRO-VDH and overclocking matters to me since i rely on after effects, which needs stable cpu speeds.
You're facing a choice between different configurations. You could opt for a Ferrari engine in a Fiat model, or vice versa. The key is selecting the right CPU and motherboard from previous generations. I recommend the B550 for improved thermal performance compared to the B450, even though it costs a bit more. If you prefer a 3900X, the difference won't be significant. Alternatively, you can stick with the B450 without an OC.
Do you have the B450 available? If yes, what version? If not, would you like the B550 instead?
You won't be able to push it beyond its limits on that board—it may even overheat when running at normal speeds.
I'm not sure if it's overheating, but the MSI B450 PRO-VDH may have issues
OP likely has airflow in the enclosure, which means the board needs a 3900X fine setting—especially for a VDH Max. Updated October 19, 2020 by Mateyyy