$5,000 USD build featuring Asus Maximus 11, EVGA z390 dark, Gigabyte Xtreme z390 – top choice for reliability.
$5,000 USD build featuring Asus Maximus 11, EVGA z390 dark, Gigabyte Xtreme z390 – top choice for reliability.
They're saying Zen 4 and maybe even Zen 3 might require a different socket. Check the link they shared for more details. There are many unresolved questions about Gigabyte products lately, and it seems like some issues haven't been resolved recently. I just hope future models will include more RAM slots and improved storage options. Perhaps next summer?
Some makers ignore Reddit discussions if you're having problems with their products. If you encounter issues with Gigabyte support, visit their help section directly. The problem I faced with Gigabyte customer service was their generic responses. I had difficulties with the B450 Ds3H I purchased for my first build—sound leaked through the HDMI port due to BIOS updates (versions 30, 31, and 32). When I explained the exact issue, they pointed it to the BIOS team, saying it hadn’t caused problems before. After updating to the latest version, it stopped working entirely. They suggested a beta version of their F40 BIOS, which restored sound but made RAM extremely unstable. This was my first and final Gigabyte purchase.
Comparing EVGA and Asus depends on your priorities—reliability or customer service. Which brand fits your needs best?