B450 Tomahawk isn't compatible with the Ryzen 3600x processor.

CrazyBessyCat
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05-19-2019, 07:25 PM

I’m considering switching to the MSI B450 Tomahawk Max motherboard. I’ve heard the original model doesn’t support the Ryzen 5 3600x, so I want to know if there’s really a difference beyond that name change. Would upgrading be a good investment since I just bought the older board? Please wait while I try to understand this better. - jkidd

CrazyBessyCat

05-19-2019, 07:25 PM #1

mondoelite
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05-19-2019, 07:49 PM

It works with your CPU, but you prefer not to update the BIOS first. Use a USB drive to install the latest BIOS on your motherboard.

mondoelite

05-19-2019, 07:49 PM #2

It works with your CPU, but you prefer not to update the BIOS first. Use a USB drive to install the latest BIOS on your motherboard.

Cadariou
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05-25-2019, 09:24 AM

Ensure compatibility with the BIOS before setting up the 3600X.

Cadariou

05-25-2019, 09:24 AM #3

Ensure compatibility with the BIOS before setting up the 3600X.

Steam31
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05-25-2019, 03:48 PM

The MAX only comes with Ryzen 3000 processors by default. Do you already have a compatible motherboard? Just update the BIOS if possible. We don’t have enough details about your current setup to determine your situation accurately. What components do you currently have? What motivated you to consider an upgrade?

Steam31

05-25-2019, 03:48 PM #4

yalex27
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05-27-2019, 01:07 PM

Current configuration: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/joshuamkidd/saved/rcqW3C - jkidd

yalex27

05-27-2019, 01:07 PM #5

Current configuration: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/joshuamkidd/saved/rcqW3C - jkidd

IronRose8
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05-29-2019, 12:50 AM

I was told to switch to the “Max” version since the original board can’t handle the Ryzen 5 3600x or any other in that series, and only the Max comes with it right away. - jkidd

IronRose8

05-29-2019, 12:50 AM #6

I was told to switch to the “Max” version since the original board can’t handle the Ryzen 5 3600x or any other in that series, and only the Max comes with it right away. - jkidd

XaViZ
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05-29-2019, 01:32 AM

The latest BIOS is installed, and B450 chipsets are compatible with the 3000 series CPUs. Just update your BIOS to the newest version.

XaViZ

05-29-2019, 01:32 AM #7

The latest BIOS is installed, and B450 chipsets are compatible with the 3000 series CPUs. Just update your BIOS to the newest version.

carp3
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06-03-2019, 06:54 AM

That's the main distinction between the two motherboards. I heard the original Tomahawk board doesn't work with memory speeds above DDR4 3600MHz, whereas the "Max" model supports RAM well beyond 4000MHz. - jkidd

carp3

06-03-2019, 06:54 AM #8

crystal78248
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06-03-2019, 07:35 AM

I wouldn't stress over the RAM speed unless you're after it; then I'd check the X570 motherboard or wait to see what the B550 chipset offers.

crystal78248

06-03-2019, 07:35 AM #9

I wouldn't stress over the RAM speed unless you're after it; then I'd check the X570 motherboard or wait to see what the B550 chipset offers.