Need assistance with CPU compatibility?

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Need assistance with CPU compatibility?

zer0_porcento
Member

11-10-2020, 01:07 PM

Check if ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS is compatible with an AMD R9 5950X

zer0_porcento

11-10-2020, 01:07 PM #1

Check if ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS is compatible with an AMD R9 5950X

Wabbe_
Junior Member

11-10-2020, 03:35 PM

That board is designed for Intel 8th and 9th generation (LGA1151) processors. You’d need an AM4 model like B550 or X570. A few 450 and 470 models might work, but they could have limitations. For best performance, aim for a Tier A or higher motherboard.

Wabbe_

11-10-2020, 03:35 PM #2

natebakon
Junior Member

11-10-2020, 10:34 PM

Considering your setup with an i7-8700, the Ryzen 9 5900X offers better performance than the 5950X in most scenarios. The 5900X provides more cores and threads, making it a stronger choice for multitasking and demanding workloads. If you plan to upgrade soon, the 5900X is generally more future-proof.

natebakon

11-10-2020, 10:34 PM #3

Alas2017
Junior Member

11-15-2020, 10:03 PM

You choose configurations that push the system beyond its standard capabilities, such as demanding more processing power for intensive tasks. This extra demand justifies adding more cores or threads on the 5950X.

Alas2017

11-15-2020, 10:03 PM #4