Hardware for Am3+ in Am4 setup
Hardware for Am3+ in Am4 setup
I’ve been relying on my old FX 8350 build for daily use for a couple of months after selling my upgraded rig to save money on travel that never came. The system has been unstable for months now, frequently crashing the second I press the keyboard. Both my own keyboards and the on-screen board have caused the same problems. I’m finished with this and want a more affordable update. I’ve figured out what parts I need, but I’m keeping the Corsair H110iGT because it’s a solid cooler. It’s designed for an AM4 board, and the plastic hold-down tabs should still fit on an AM3+ board—just make sure the alignment works. I’m aware the holes are a bit different, but since there’s no back plate and nothing else to worry about, I’m going to search online for more info.
You would likely need to install a backplate to secure the cooler properly.
It seems I’ll be pairing the MSI X470 gaming plus max, which is more than enough for my needs. I’m after dual USB 3 ports and it’s the most affordable board available with two.
I don’t see any info about them relocating, yet I’m also unsure they’re staying put.
AMD rarely releases this information openly. Appreciation for their effort in improving the old heatsink design.