Gaming with RTX 4070, AMD Ryzen 5 7600X or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
Gaming with RTX 4070, AMD Ryzen 5 7600X or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
If you don’t plan to replace the CPU, it’s okay. However, the VRM isn’t up to the job—it struggles with a standard 170W TDP component, so models like the Ryzen 9 7900X or 7950X won’t work. This also affects any upcoming Ryzen parts that exceed 170W, restricting your upgrade options significantly. The testing was done with stock components and no PBO applied; the board’s VRM exceeds 100°C. If local prices make the Prime B650-Plus the only sensible choice, it’s not ideal. But if you have better VRMs available, a good VRM board could open the door to high-end parts in just a few years.