Assistance with choosing a motherboard

chicoryblue
Junior Member

10-22-2017, 11:38 AM

Hi, I'm assembling a PC and already have all the parts except the motherboard. I have an R5 1600 and need to upgrade it for PCIe 3.8 or 3.9. My budget allows only a B350. I'm using one GPU and two RAM sticks. I'm looking for something practical rather than flashy, just reliable performance. Thanks in advance.

chicoryblue

10-22-2017, 11:38 AM #1

Killingpig
Member

10-29-2017, 10:18 PM

The Asrock AB350M PRO 4 includes a 9 phase power design, even though it's a micro ATX board. You can choose that option if it's more affordable. The main variation lies in the form factor. Performance stays consistent. If this fits your budget, opt for the micro-ATX version.

Killingpig

10-29-2017, 10:18 PM #2

BlueBaery
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229

11-05-2017, 05:18 AM

If you have the budget for the ASRock model, consider it.

BlueBaery

11-05-2017, 05:18 AM #3

If you have the budget for the ASRock model, consider it.

shark1045
Member

199

11-05-2017, 11:09 AM

Was thinking about the asrock but since i’m planning to use one gpu, isn’t that a bit redundant? Are there any solid single gpu b350 motherboards available?

shark1045

11-05-2017, 11:09 AM #4

Was thinking about the asrock but since i’m planning to use one gpu, isn’t that a bit redundant? Are there any solid single gpu b350 motherboards available?

Poois23
Member

185

11-06-2017, 11:31 AM

In fact, the AsRock model features nine power phases, providing an advantage for overclocking. Don't worry about the additional PCIe port.

Poois23

11-06-2017, 11:31 AM #5

In fact, the AsRock model features nine power phases, providing an advantage for overclocking. Don't worry about the additional PCIe port.

cyber_speeds
Member

146

11-19-2017, 01:05 PM

It looks promising, but what about the Asus Prime B350M-A, Asrock AB350M Pro4, or the Asrock AB350 Pro4? They seem reasonable (thanks for your reply). The Asus model is 30 € cheaper, and the Asrock AB350M Pro4 is also more affordable.