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CPU and Motherboard Upgrade advice

CPU and Motherboard Upgrade advice

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Alysss
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11-26-2019, 04:36 PM
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Hey! Your setup looks solid with the R5 1600X on an ASROCK A320M-DGS board. Upgrading to the R7 3700X is a common choice, but you're right to consider VRM and cooling limits—especially with limited airflow. If you can't get the 3700X, the R5 3600 is a solid alternative. The jump from 1600X to 3600 is noticeable, but it depends on your workload and how you manage heat. Adding an RTX 2060 and aiming for 1080p at 144Hz could help, so don’t rule out that upgrade. Let me know what you decide!
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Alysss
11-26-2019, 04:36 PM #1

Hey! Your setup looks solid with the R5 1600X on an ASROCK A320M-DGS board. Upgrading to the R7 3700X is a common choice, but you're right to consider VRM and cooling limits—especially with limited airflow. If you can't get the 3700X, the R5 3600 is a solid alternative. The jump from 1600X to 3600 is noticeable, but it depends on your workload and how you manage heat. Adding an RTX 2060 and aiming for 1080p at 144Hz could help, so don’t rule out that upgrade. Let me know what you decide!

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12-02-2019, 03:28 PM
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I’d definitely opt for a solid B550/450 board and pair it with the 3700x option.
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12-02-2019, 03:28 PM #2

I’d definitely opt for a solid B550/450 board and pair it with the 3700x option.

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