Consider your needs and pick a suitable motherboard.
Consider your needs and pick a suitable motherboard.
I found an ATX model with all components on another PC. I plan to use a micro or mini ATX and retain your two NVMe M.2 drives.
Yes, you can run games at full speed without lag or FPS restrictions when using a dual-system setup with Linux on separate drives.
It varies based on the PCIe slot you install it in. M.2 slots act like regular PCIe slots but use simple wires without extra circuitry. Most games don’t significantly limit performance, especially with SSDs—whether SATA or basic M.2—so it’s unlikely to cause slowdowns.
Consider replacing the Ryzen 1800X with a Ryzen 5700X3D. It works well with a common B550 motherboard that accommodates M.2 SSDs. Otherwise, you may face issues. The first-generation Ryzen chips were released around the same era as Intel's Kabylake, which is now nearly nine years old. I recommend sticking to the newest AMD Ryzen for better performance and value.
I already have the initial adapters, so I need something compact to place on top of the table without making it too large.
I'm just starting out and unsure if it's worth spending that money or if DDR5 is a better option.