Consider upgrading to AdviceDrop-in Upgrade or AM5 for your 1500X build.

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PugBoss
Member

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12-03-2017, 03:09 PM

#11

Sweet, cheers mate! That spreadsheet is exactly what I was looking for. BTW the Strix B550-F and A are both around the $160 mark while the MAG HAWK is over $200 here, there's also Aorus Pro V2 for around $185.

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Cokkie77
Senior Member

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12-05-2017, 03:42 PM

#12

It's a great choice, all phases are 12 +2 and they're excellent. They handle any 5xxx chip effortlessly. I prefer MAGS since they add a bit more value. Although not in the SH, they meet at least 12 +2, and possibly offer extra connectivity that could be handy.

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McILucky
Member

194

12-05-2017, 07:10 PM

#13

I just noticed my case should be processed soon too, since it lacks the best liquid cooling options that I plan to upgrade to later. Oh, wow! But browsing for PC parts feels like a child in a candy store.

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MicMineHD
Member

206

12-06-2017, 05:02 PM

#14

YES!!! I understand. It's quite impressive with all the great options available for a gaming system. There are also some excellent cases out there. I'm leaning towards a Lian Li 215. It offers good value and strong airflow at that price point. The 216 version is also a solid upgrade.
Let us know how you're doing with your final picks. If you have any problems, please reach out for assistance.
Enjoy your gaming!

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RishiLags
Member

74

12-06-2017, 08:50 PM

#15

Thank you for your assistance. I managed to land a lucrative project, which could provide me with funds to use later this year or soon after.

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mcjunkie03
Junior Member

5

12-08-2017, 03:21 AM

#16

All components came together yesterday, requiring a few hours to assemble. Tested with Cinebench 23 and 2024, which proved quite challenging but successful. The Y-cruncher stress test also performed well. I upgraded my DRAM to 6200 and applied easy memory timings from Buildzoid, using Asus Enhanced PBO at level 2 (80°C thermal limit). I’m considering whether to stick with Windows 10 Pro or upgrade to Windows 11, seeking some guidance.

New PC details:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X 4.5 GHz 16-Core
- Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 360 (56.3 CFM)
- Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI ATX AM5
- RAM: Kingston FURY Renegade 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL32
- Storage: Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
- Case: Phanteks ECLIPSE G500A DRGB ATX Mid Tower
- Power Supply: Corsair HX1000i (2022) 1000 W, 80+ Platinum Certified, Fully Modular ATX

Looking forward to a new GPU deal around Black Friday.

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kungfutyla
Posting Freak

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12-15-2017, 07:08 PM

#17

That's quite pleasant! On Windows 10 or 11, the performance difference is minimal. In fact, Windows 11 tends to be slightly quicker for gaming. The updated interface doesn't appeal to everyone, but I personally prefer it—it gives a more polished feel. Windows 11 could offer improved thread scheduling too. Honestly, my setup runs Windows 11 Pro on all my systems right now.

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Siqueira17169
Junior Member

5

12-19-2017, 05:18 PM

#18

I also run Windows 11 Pro across all my devices, yet I've observed that my SSD (980 Pro 2TB) becomes sluggish when extracting zip folders larger than 200MB. I'm aware others have mentioned similar slowdowns on Windows 11, but I believed a recent update would resolve the issue.

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Urban98
Member

66

12-20-2017, 01:01 PM

#19

yes my 7700x (upgraded to 5.4 ghz) achieves around 21,000 in cinebench r23 and roughly 1,100 in cinebench 2024.

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vuur123
Member

163

12-20-2017, 02:07 PM

#20

Absolutely, patience is a good trait! I've been purchasing parts each month until I could afford them, and now I have a build closer to the premium range without overspending. Cool, I'm planning to switch to Windows 11 once I get home.