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Is the N7 B550 of the fifth generation available?

Is the N7 B550 of the fifth generation available?

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Worldrockers
Junior Member
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08-27-2020, 03:53 AM
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I'm changing from Intel to AMD and considering a 5800X. I'm thinking about getting an N7 B550 motherboard, but I'm not sure it comes pre-installed with the CPU I plan to use. Could someone help me out?
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Worldrockers
08-27-2020, 03:53 AM #1

I'm changing from Intel to AMD and considering a 5800X. I'm thinking about getting an N7 B550 motherboard, but I'm not sure it comes pre-installed with the CPU I plan to use. Could someone help me out?

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appies
Member
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08-31-2020, 06:45 AM
#2
This exact board comes pre-installed for 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation Ryzen processors. It’s ready to use without any BIOS updates needed for compatibility.
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appies
08-31-2020, 06:45 AM #2

This exact board comes pre-installed for 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation Ryzen processors. It’s ready to use without any BIOS updates needed for compatibility.

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HitTom9886
Member
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09-03-2020, 04:58 PM
#3
On Amazon a user expressed frustration about needing to update the BIOS, but later realized it works without any issues. Thanks!
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HitTom9886
09-03-2020, 04:58 PM #3

On Amazon a user expressed frustration about needing to update the BIOS, but later realized it works without any issues. Thanks!

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BigHaza
Member
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09-04-2020, 05:22 PM
#4
It seems this feedback likely reflects an older note, as modern boards typically include 5th generation support by default. This probability is strong given it's a 500 series model.
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BigHaza
09-04-2020, 05:22 PM #4

It seems this feedback likely reflects an older note, as modern boards typically include 5th generation support by default. This probability is strong given it's a 500 series model.

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C00lb0y
Member
218
09-05-2020, 09:21 AM
#5
NZXT boards are generally not great, except for recent upgrades.
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C00lb0y
09-05-2020, 09:21 AM #5

NZXT boards are generally not great, except for recent upgrades.

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strikes2pk
Member
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09-05-2020, 11:27 AM
#6
Is there anything better than this? I can suggest an alternative at the same cost. The case I own supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2.
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strikes2pk
09-05-2020, 11:27 AM #6

Is there anything better than this? I can suggest an alternative at the same cost. The case I own supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2.

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Shikeishuu_
Member
154
09-05-2020, 01:01 PM
#7
They tend to be too expensive relative to their value. The B550 Taichi offers a more affordable option with both USB ports.
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Shikeishuu_
09-05-2020, 01:01 PM #7

They tend to be too expensive relative to their value. The B550 Taichi offers a more affordable option with both USB ports.

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awsomename999
Member
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09-07-2020, 03:06 AM
#8
Interesting! The term "watch yall" is commonly used in gaming communities, often referring to discussing gameplay or strategies. Regarding your motherboard, it's good to know if it comes fully assembled and supports Ryzen 5th Gen processors.
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awsomename999
09-07-2020, 03:06 AM #8

Interesting! The term "watch yall" is commonly used in gaming communities, often referring to discussing gameplay or strategies. Regarding your motherboard, it's good to know if it comes fully assembled and supports Ryzen 5th Gen processors.

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EggFriedRice
Member
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09-07-2020, 06:45 AM
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It depends on how long it's been there—unless it's been sitting on a shelf for two years, it works fine. Even then, bios flash means it's still functional.
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EggFriedRice
09-07-2020, 06:45 AM #9

It depends on how long it's been there—unless it's been sitting on a shelf for two years, it works fine. Even then, bios flash means it's still functional.

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PanthaFox
Junior Member
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09-08-2020, 05:50 PM
#10
Construction quality was solid, and likely the VRMs didn’t perform well as well.
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PanthaFox
09-08-2020, 05:50 PM #10

Construction quality was solid, and likely the VRMs didn’t perform well as well.