F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Looking for a fresh motherboard? Consider what you need and check reviews to find the best fit.

Looking for a fresh motherboard? Consider what you need and check reviews to find the best fit.

Looking for a fresh motherboard? Consider what you need and check reviews to find the best fit.

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Tommy6774
Member
161
05-17-2018, 10:48 AM
#1
Current setup uses a Ryzen 5 2600 GB with an RX5700XT motherboard, 8GB RAM, and a 2400MHz CPU. I’m playing games for at least four hours a day and occasionally stream. The motherboard is still under warranty, but I’m concerned about its longevity in a hot climate. I’m considering the B450 Tomahawk Max but wondering if there’s a better MSI board available at a similar price or another brand. Also, what chipset would be best for my configuration?
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Tommy6774
05-17-2018, 10:48 AM #1

Current setup uses a Ryzen 5 2600 GB with an RX5700XT motherboard, 8GB RAM, and a 2400MHz CPU. I’m playing games for at least four hours a day and occasionally stream. The motherboard is still under warranty, but I’m concerned about its longevity in a hot climate. I’m considering the B450 Tomahawk Max but wondering if there’s a better MSI board available at a similar price or another brand. Also, what chipset would be best for my configuration?

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DeoManchick
Member
68
05-17-2018, 11:29 AM
#2
The B450 Tomohawk Max offers a reliable build and good value for money. Unless you plan to switch to the upcoming Ryzen processor next month, it remains a solid choice. If you intend to upgrade your CPU soon, consider the B550 or X570 models.
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DeoManchick
05-17-2018, 11:29 AM #2

The B450 Tomohawk Max offers a reliable build and good value for money. Unless you plan to switch to the upcoming Ryzen processor next month, it remains a solid choice. If you intend to upgrade your CPU soon, consider the B550 or X570 models.

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05-17-2018, 11:41 AM
#3
I concur that I've developed several systems with the B450 Tomahawk boards using the 2600, and they performed well.
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Lacrosseboss15
05-17-2018, 11:41 AM #3

I concur that I've developed several systems with the B450 Tomahawk boards using the 2600, and they performed well.

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jerrydog01
Senior Member
703
05-24-2018, 11:40 PM
#4
I'm looking at the B550A pro from msi. Great board but its mdi and their Rma here is bs. But still what a great product.
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jerrydog01
05-24-2018, 11:40 PM #4

I'm looking at the B550A pro from msi. Great board but its mdi and their Rma here is bs. But still what a great product.

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winnerplay25
Senior Member
477
05-25-2018, 05:07 AM
#5
Budget details for a board, including location and currency. Note: b550 does not support zen +.
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winnerplay25
05-25-2018, 05:07 AM #5

Budget details for a board, including location and currency. Note: b550 does not support zen +.

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Playered_401
Member
60
05-27-2018, 01:44 PM
#6
It's a lovely board, though!
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Playered_401
05-27-2018, 01:44 PM #6

It's a lovely board, though!

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05-30-2018, 07:31 AM
#7
Yes, please confirm the budget amount, location details, and currency for the board.
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xXMLGSwag360Xx
05-30-2018, 07:31 AM #7

Yes, please confirm the budget amount, location details, and currency for the board.

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xEnderCatx
Junior Member
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05-30-2018, 07:49 AM
#8
Budget range ₹12k to ₹14k
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xEnderCatx
05-30-2018, 07:49 AM #8

Budget range ₹12k to ₹14k

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mineblork
Member
208
06-06-2018, 07:43 AM
#9
PCPartPicker list shows various motherboard options. MSI B450-A PRO MAX ATX AM4 costs ₹13185.86 with shipping and taxes included on Newegg India. Amazon India lists ASRock B450M PRO4 at ₹9299.00. Other models range from ₹8151 to ₹9299. Prices reflect total amounts with discounts applied.
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mineblork
06-06-2018, 07:43 AM #9

PCPartPicker list shows various motherboard options. MSI B450-A PRO MAX ATX AM4 costs ₹13185.86 with shipping and taxes included on Newegg India. Amazon India lists ASRock B450M PRO4 at ₹9299.00. Other models range from ₹8151 to ₹9299. Prices reflect total amounts with discounts applied.

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TigreG0D
Member
68
06-07-2018, 12:46 AM
#10
So here is my final plan - B450 tomahawk max purchase within couple days. Then about 2 years later upgrade to R7 3700/ 3700x. Although I might still use thr 2400mhz sticks. Is it good for the wallet? Is this an ideal upgrade strategy?
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TigreG0D
06-07-2018, 12:46 AM #10

So here is my final plan - B450 tomahawk max purchase within couple days. Then about 2 years later upgrade to R7 3700/ 3700x. Although I might still use thr 2400mhz sticks. Is it good for the wallet? Is this an ideal upgrade strategy?