CPU, motherboard RAM assistance
CPU, motherboard RAM assistance
As I mentioned earlier, 32GB can feel different depending on the person. A 9600k offers more IPC, but with 12 threads at 3600, performance will be smoother. The gap might not really matter by a noticeable amount. Both options are solid picks—I have an i5-8500 and it runs well, so a 9600k seems a bit better.
Chasing the lowest price on a motherboard often means sacrificing performance, like trying to run a high-end processor on a weak board. The 3600 with that specific board won’t even reach its maximum speed, making it a poor choice.
PCPartPicker list shows various components at different prices. AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz processor costs $189.99 and the MSI B450 motherboard is $99.99. G.Skill Ripjaws V RAM packs are $74.99 and memory from Newegg is $74.99. All figures include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts. Total comes to $364.97. This selection was made based on the latest data from PCPartPicker on December 12, 2019.
Checked the details for this product. It doesn't support 3-gen Ryzen processors.