Choose a B460 mATX board compatible with your 10400F, ensuring it supports the necessary ports and features.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Choose a B460 mATX board compatible with your 10400F, ensuring it supports the necessary ports and features.

kroko_53
Junior Member

03-11-2020, 12:19 PM

I chose the 10400F model. It’s available now, and I’m avoiding overclocking for stability. Let me know if you need the exact SKU or further details.

kroko_53

03-11-2020, 12:19 PM #1

I chose the 10400F model. It’s available now, and I’m avoiding overclocking for stability. Let me know if you need the exact SKU or further details.

Llama_Spit
Member

03-22-2020, 04:50 AM

Skip the prime boards, their voltages are terrible. A DS3DH or Pro VDH (WiFi) would likely work fine. You usually get a decent Z4/590 for around $180, so I wouldn’t recommend a B560 that costs over $140. Avoid the cheap AsRock models—they often have poor VRMs or other issues.

Llama_Spit

03-22-2020, 04:50 AM #2

catseecoo
Senior Member

662

03-23-2020, 06:49 PM

I’d choose B560. ASRock Pro4, Steel Legend or MSI Pro VDH work well.

catseecoo

03-23-2020, 06:49 PM #3

I’d choose B560. ASRock Pro4, Steel Legend or MSI Pro VDH work well.

aurodude
Member

202

03-24-2020, 02:37 AM

Would you like to know the reason behind choosing the B560 over the B460? It seems the PCIe Gen 4 isn’t necessary for your needs.

aurodude

03-24-2020, 02:37 AM #4

Would you like to know the reason behind choosing the B560 over the B460? It seems the PCIe Gen 4 isn’t necessary for your needs.

Kaden4y
Member

191

03-24-2020, 04:07 AM

This model runs at a limited memory capacity, especially on the B460 and B560. Prices for these chips are generally comparable.

Kaden4y

03-24-2020, 04:07 AM #5

This model runs at a limited memory capacity, especially on the B460 and B560. Prices for these chips are generally comparable.

3gilad3
Senior Member

735

03-24-2020, 05:29 AM

I’m okay with the slower RAM speed since I’m a casual gamer. In my country, B560 boards are less common compared to B460 ones. I’ll choose the one with the better price, especially if there’s a discount on the B560.

3gilad3

03-24-2020, 05:29 AM #6

julian_PVP
Senior Member

465

03-27-2020, 08:43 AM

You could also save on RAM by choosing a 3000MHz CL15 or lower with slower speeds, such as 2666CL14. If your clock speed is low, timing adjustments can help compensate.

julian_PVP

03-27-2020, 08:43 AM #7

You could also save on RAM by choosing a 3000MHz CL15 or lower with slower speeds, such as 2666CL14. If your clock speed is low, timing adjustments can help compensate.

MilkyMike
Member

03-27-2020, 09:26 AM

I intend to repurpose my existing RAM since it's part of a minor upgrade on my current PC running an i5 6400. The RAM configuration I have is two 8GB modules at 3200 MHz, using the Gskill Ripjaws V standard.

MilkyMike

03-27-2020, 09:26 AM #8

Gholtor
Member

160

03-27-2020, 10:37 AM

You can also adjust the timing settings to improve CPU speed. However, optimizing RAM takes some time, so if you're not keen on spending effort tuning it, a 2-3% boost is acceptable.

Gholtor

03-27-2020, 10:37 AM #9

You can also adjust the timing settings to improve CPU speed. However, optimizing RAM takes some time, so if you're not keen on spending effort tuning it, a 2-3% boost is acceptable.