Combine processor with MOBO for optimal performance.
Combine processor with MOBO for optimal performance.
I'm mainly searching for a CPU that stands the test of time, though I'm a bit doubtful about 12 cores—most games likely won't use them all. The 9 3900X is currently on a big discount, while the 3700X seems too expensive given the deal.
Consider upgrading your motherboard to the MSI B450 Tomahawk MAX. https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jcYQzy/...mahawk-max For the best performance, opt for the Asus X570 Prime. https://pcpartpicker.com/product/McfFf7/...ime-x570-p The 3900X remains solid for gaming, especially if it's available on sale.
The ASUS Prime 570-P has a cooler positioned beneath the GPU. This setup might affect airflow, so ensure proper ventilation for optimal performance.
It should work fine; Asus wouldn't design a motherboard that doesn't fit big GPUs, at least I hope not 😄. A solid alternative for a bit more is: https://pcpartpicker.com/product/whMTwP/...-x570-plus
If there are no thermal concerns and it works, I believe it shouldn't affect fairness. Having the exact details of the motherboard would help more. I'm not sure what counts as multitasking, but I currently have 15 tabs in Chrome, PC running Uplay, Spotify, Steam, ShareX and Task Manager. I also listen to music from YouTube almost all the time.