Gigabyte Aorus X470 Ultra is a compact gaming laptop designed for performance and portability.

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Gigabyte Aorus X470 Ultra is a compact gaming laptop designed for performance and portability.

Gigabyte Aorus X470 Ultra is a compact gaming laptop designed for performance and portability.

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icon_nexy
Junior Member

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12-30-2018, 04:44 PM

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I purchased a new Gigabyte Aorus X470 Ultra gaming board yesterday. I plan to buy the Ryzen 5 3500X from the provided AliExpress link. Now I need to confirm if this model is compatible with my motherboard.

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icon_nexy

12-30-2018, 04:44 PM #1

I purchased a new Gigabyte Aorus X470 Ultra gaming board yesterday. I plan to buy the Ryzen 5 3500X from the provided AliExpress link. Now I need to confirm if this model is compatible with my motherboard.

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Trayleio
Member

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01-05-2019, 03:53 AM

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You might need to install a BIOS update. This device lacks BIOS flashback features, so it should come with Ryzen 3000 support included, which is feasible but not assured. If unavailable, consider these alternatives: 1. Use a first or second generation Ryzen CPU on the board for the update. 2. Visit nearby stores to check if they can provide a BIOS update at a reasonable price. 3. Apply for an AMD Boot Kit to handle the BIOS upgrade. Details are available at the provided link.

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Trayleio

01-05-2019, 03:53 AM #2

You might need to install a BIOS update. This device lacks BIOS flashback features, so it should come with Ryzen 3000 support included, which is feasible but not assured. If unavailable, consider these alternatives: 1. Use a first or second generation Ryzen CPU on the board for the update. 2. Visit nearby stores to check if they can provide a BIOS update at a reasonable price. 3. Apply for an AMD Boot Kit to handle the BIOS upgrade. Details are available at the provided link.

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TPG_Khalatic
Member

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01-05-2019, 06:47 AM

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It's possible you'll have to refresh the BIOS prior to the board acknowledging the CPU.

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TPG_Khalatic

01-05-2019, 06:47 AM #3

It's possible you'll have to refresh the BIOS prior to the board acknowledging the CPU.

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Pandaninja54
Junior Member

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01-07-2019, 03:55 AM

#4

Thanks! For gaming on a budget, the Ryzen 2600X or Ryzen 7 2700 are solid options. They offer good performance without breaking the bank.

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Pandaninja54

01-07-2019, 03:55 AM #4

Thanks! For gaming on a budget, the Ryzen 2600X or Ryzen 7 2700 are solid options. They offer good performance without breaking the bank.

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linnnn
Junior Member

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01-08-2019, 10:33 PM

#5

thanks

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linnnn

01-08-2019, 10:33 PM #5

thanks

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HappyPig05
Junior Member

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01-09-2019, 03:19 PM

#6

I chose the 2600x because it offers a stronger base clock and boost.

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HappyPig05

01-09-2019, 03:19 PM #6

I chose the 2600x because it offers a stronger base clock and boost.

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WF_Catt
Posting Freak

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01-09-2019, 06:22 PM

#7

Got it, I'll place the order for you tonight at midnight on AliExpress.

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WF_Catt

01-09-2019, 06:22 PM #7

Got it, I'll place the order for you tonight at midnight on AliExpress.

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tacoriffic321
Member

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01-10-2019, 08:37 PM

#8

the performance differences are no more than 200MHz, I’d add more cores.

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tacoriffic321

01-10-2019, 08:37 PM #8

the performance differences are no more than 200MHz, I’d add more cores.