My computer keeps crashing and freezing during gameplay, then suddenly returns to normal.
My computer keeps crashing and freezing during gameplay, then suddenly returns to normal.
1)Ok, so still within the warranty period, at least.
2)That's certainly doable. Here's a couple of options:
A)
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor
(€179.00 @ Amazon France)
CPU Cooler:
ARCTIC Freezer 34 eSports DUO CPU Cooler
(€34.53 @ Amazon France)
Motherboard:
MSI B450-A PRO MAX ATX AM4 Motherboard
(€108.49 @ Amazon France)
Memory:
Kingston HyperX Fury 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
(€75.00 @ Amazon France)
Total:
€397.02
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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PCPartPicker
2020-06-26 02:23 CEST+0200
B)
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X 3.8 GHz Quad-Core Processor
(€152.94 @ TopAchat)
CPU Cooler:
ARCTIC Freezer 34 eSports DUO CPU Cooler
(€34.53 @ Amazon France)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B550M DS3H Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard
(€114.94 @ TopAchat)
Memory:
G.Skill Ripjaws V 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory
(€92.00 @ Amazon France)
Total:
€394.41
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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PCPartPicker
2020-06-26 02:20 CEST+0200
Here’s a list of computer parts for purchase:
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X, boasting a 3.8 GHz quad-core processor (€139.00 from ARLT).
Cooler:
A Deepcool GAMMAXX 400 cooler with 74.34 CFM airflow (€26.99 from Amazon Deutschland).
Motherboard:
An ASRock B550M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 motherboard (€130.53 from Amazon Deutschland).
Memory:
Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (two 8GB sticks) DDR4-3600 CL16 memory (€99.90 from Amazon Deutschland).
Total Cost: €396.42 – This price includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts.
Generated by PCPartPicker on June 26, 2020 at 3:24 PM CEST+0200.
Alternatively:
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 3600, a 3.6 GHz six-core processor (€166.00 from Amazon Deutschland).
Motherboard:
ASRock B550M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 motherboard (€130.53 from Amazon Deutschland).
Memory:
Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (two 8GB sticks) DDR4-3600 CL16 memory (€99.90 from Amazon Deutschland).
Total Cost: €396.43 – This price includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts.
Generated by PCPartPicker on June 26, 2020 at 3:25 PM CEST+0200.
Logainofhades and I both shared our experiences with the Ryzen 3600 and 3300X, and I wanted to present this information in a helpful way:
Please note that both reviewers utilized RTX 2080 Tis during their testing – this was done to eliminate any potential limitations caused by less powerful graphics cards. You’ll notice smaller differences between these CPUs compared to the initial slide presentations when using weaker GPUs.
Video #1 (available at 18:18 if you just want a quick look at the average results): https://youtu.be/4dY64Zy1Mxw?t=1098
Video #2 (I recommend skipping to specific timestamps within the video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NM2fFpzPKPg
I’m skeptical of Steve's assertion that an R3 is sufficient for gaming – I unfortunately learned that lesson during the Sandy Bridge and Ivy Bridge era.
I really appreciate your assistance – you’ve been incredibly helpful and have saved me a significant amount of time and energy, particularly considering my relative inexperience compared to all of you.