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Choose between Atx and Micro-Atx based on your needs.

Choose between Atx and Micro-Atx based on your needs.

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liron374
Member
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03-04-2020, 06:10 AM
#1
I asked this question... I’m planning to assemble a gaming PC budget around 900 euros in the Netherlands. I’m considering the B550m Aorus Pro versus the B550 Aorus Pro, wondering if choosing the B550m saves about 50 euros while affecting performance.
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liron374
03-04-2020, 06:10 AM #1

I asked this question... I’m planning to assemble a gaming PC budget around 900 euros in the Netherlands. I’m considering the B550m Aorus Pro versus the B550 Aorus Pro, wondering if choosing the B550m saves about 50 euros while affecting performance.

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Okeinshield
Senior Member
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03-04-2020, 11:49 AM
#2
As long as you don’t require the additional expansion slots or features the ATX model provides, you’ll receive identical performance from an mATX board.
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Okeinshield
03-04-2020, 11:49 AM #2

As long as you don’t require the additional expansion slots or features the ATX model provides, you’ll receive identical performance from an mATX board.

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Basilecool
Member
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03-04-2020, 12:47 PM
#3
Usually micro ATX only provides PCIe expansion slots and is a cost-effective option. I recommend checking out the MSI B550 Tomahawk or Mortar. For a budget-friendly board that works well with most systems, consider the MSI B550 Pro vdh, ASRock B550m Pro 4, MSI B550 Bazooka or MSI B550 A pro.
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Basilecool
03-04-2020, 12:47 PM #3

Usually micro ATX only provides PCIe expansion slots and is a cost-effective option. I recommend checking out the MSI B550 Tomahawk or Mortar. For a budget-friendly board that works well with most systems, consider the MSI B550 Pro vdh, ASRock B550m Pro 4, MSI B550 Bazooka or MSI B550 A pro.

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kazu1059
Junior Member
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03-06-2020, 11:47 AM
#4
What hardware are you using? These boards differ mainly in the VRM design. The mainboard should support up to 8 or even 12 cores. What are you planning to power?
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kazu1059
03-06-2020, 11:47 AM #4

What hardware are you using? These boards differ mainly in the VRM design. The mainboard should support up to 8 or even 12 cores. What are you planning to power?

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kittypower247
Junior Member
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03-12-2020, 04:07 AM
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Are you referring to the CPU and GPU? You're using the Ryzen 5 3600 with the Sapphire Pulse RX 5600 XT.
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kittypower247
03-12-2020, 04:07 AM #5

Are you referring to the CPU and GPU? You're using the Ryzen 5 3600 with the Sapphire Pulse RX 5600 XT.

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Kamikaze_007
Senior Member
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03-12-2020, 10:20 PM
#6
The CPU will run smoothly on both units. The B550 as a whole works well with the Aorus Pro, though the Matz is less efficient but still supports a 6-core setup. Don't forget to check out the Mortar and A Pro options too.
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Kamikaze_007
03-12-2020, 10:20 PM #6

The CPU will run smoothly on both units. The B550 as a whole works well with the Aorus Pro, though the Matz is less efficient but still supports a 6-core setup. Don't forget to check out the Mortar and A Pro options too.

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Thomqz
Junior Member
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03-13-2020, 02:30 AM
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You mean the phrase "just fine" as a way of confirming something works well. It should run smoothly and perform nicely.
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Thomqz
03-13-2020, 02:30 AM #7

You mean the phrase "just fine" as a way of confirming something works well. It should run smoothly and perform nicely.

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cheleen
Member
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03-13-2020, 04:57 AM
#8
The board should handle the CPU power without any issues.
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cheleen
03-13-2020, 04:57 AM #8

The board should handle the CPU power without any issues.

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03-17-2020, 01:47 PM
#9
Alright, thanks!
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stenvandreumel
03-17-2020, 01:47 PM #9

Alright, thanks!