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Choosing between motherboards

Choosing between motherboards

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Hotdogmznx
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07-17-2019, 10:38 AM
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Hello, I need to decide between the Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite and the Asrock B450 Pro4. Which one offers better VRM performance? I plan to use it with an R7 2700 (non x) and later upgrade to an R7 3700X. I won’t overclock it. You mentioned the Asrock uses Sinopower MOSFETs, which are reportedly less reliable than those from Gigabyte. Is that accurate? Thank you ahead of time.
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Hotdogmznx
07-17-2019, 10:38 AM #1

Hello, I need to decide between the Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite and the Asrock B450 Pro4. Which one offers better VRM performance? I plan to use it with an R7 2700 (non x) and later upgrade to an R7 3700X. I won’t overclock it. You mentioned the Asrock uses Sinopower MOSFETs, which are reportedly less reliable than those from Gigabyte. Is that accurate? Thank you ahead of time.

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Patrions_
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07-17-2019, 11:17 AM
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The Asrock B450 Pro4 features a VRM with three phases, each containing two MOSFETs rated for roughly 35-40A, giving a total capacity near 250A. The Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite offers a four-phase setup, but its MOSFETs are of lower quality—around 25-30A per phase—resulting in similar overall power delivery, though slightly reduced. Precise figures are hard to pin down because specifications vary: one claims up to 125°C operation at 35A, while another states 35A at 80°C. Still, both units perform adequately for their intended purposes. From a VRM standpoint, the Asrock model, despite having fewer phases, should handle the workload better thanks to its heatsink and design. Both can support 3700x or 3800x MHz, but if you plan to overclock the Gigabyte, adding a fan would help dissipate heat more effectively. Even without it, the units remain functional.

When comparing the two, the Asrock stands out for its USB configuration—6 USB 3.0 ports (including one USB Type-C), 2 USB 2.0, and HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA outputs. The Gigabyte offers four USB 3.0 ports (all Type-A) and four USB 2.0, plus HDMI and DVI-D, but only two VGA outputs. This gives Asrock a slight edge in connectivity options.

The Gigabyte also includes analog outputs on the back, which is a drawback if you need 5.1 audio or want to connect microphones or line inputs. The Asrock provides three analog outputs, which is more versatile for such setups.

Regarding PCIe slots, the Asrock model has an extra x1 slot, potentially easing cable management and allowing better airflow around a high-performance card. The Gigabyte places the M.2 connector lower, possibly increasing heat buildup. Overall, both boards share similar components, but Asrock edges out in usability, connectivity, and layout design.
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Patrions_
07-17-2019, 11:17 AM #2

The Asrock B450 Pro4 features a VRM with three phases, each containing two MOSFETs rated for roughly 35-40A, giving a total capacity near 250A. The Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite offers a four-phase setup, but its MOSFETs are of lower quality—around 25-30A per phase—resulting in similar overall power delivery, though slightly reduced. Precise figures are hard to pin down because specifications vary: one claims up to 125°C operation at 35A, while another states 35A at 80°C. Still, both units perform adequately for their intended purposes. From a VRM standpoint, the Asrock model, despite having fewer phases, should handle the workload better thanks to its heatsink and design. Both can support 3700x or 3800x MHz, but if you plan to overclock the Gigabyte, adding a fan would help dissipate heat more effectively. Even without it, the units remain functional.

When comparing the two, the Asrock stands out for its USB configuration—6 USB 3.0 ports (including one USB Type-C), 2 USB 2.0, and HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA outputs. The Gigabyte offers four USB 3.0 ports (all Type-A) and four USB 2.0, plus HDMI and DVI-D, but only two VGA outputs. This gives Asrock a slight edge in connectivity options.

The Gigabyte also includes analog outputs on the back, which is a drawback if you need 5.1 audio or want to connect microphones or line inputs. The Asrock provides three analog outputs, which is more versatile for such setups.

Regarding PCIe slots, the Asrock model has an extra x1 slot, potentially easing cable management and allowing better airflow around a high-performance card. The Gigabyte places the M.2 connector lower, possibly increasing heat buildup. Overall, both boards share similar components, but Asrock edges out in usability, connectivity, and layout design.