Need help with $350 for new PC components? Here are some suggestions.

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rocketned
Junior Member

07-23-2019, 02:45 AM

Hello, I have $350 to invest in a new processor. I’m considering Ryzen but need to upgrade my motherboard and RAM since I already have an AMD FX 6300. I’d like some advice on the best options and the performance boost you can expect. Thanks!

rocketned

07-23-2019, 02:45 AM #1

spedsbjerg
Junior Member

07-23-2019, 09:36 AM

Ryzen 5 3600, ASRock B550 Pro4, 16GB DDR4 3000 MHz RAM

spedsbjerg

07-23-2019, 09:36 AM #2

Ryzen 5 3600, ASRock B550 Pro4, 16GB DDR4 3000 MHz RAM

timmundberg
Junior Member

07-23-2019, 01:36 PM

Thank you

timmundberg

07-23-2019, 01:36 PM #3

Thank you

JULIANO030
Member

226

07-26-2019, 10:33 PM

Consider options around 3200MHz or 3600MHz for your needs. If possible, a CL16 would be ideal while staying within budget constraints.

JULIANO030

07-26-2019, 10:33 PM #4

Consider options around 3200MHz or 3600MHz for your needs. If possible, a CL16 would be ideal while staying within budget constraints.

lovesparkxo
Junior Member

07-26-2019, 11:00 PM

If you own a machine already, wait a few months before purchasing the 4000 series.

lovesparkxo

07-26-2019, 11:00 PM #5

If you own a machine already, wait a few months before purchasing the 4000 series.

Darth_Rekker
Junior Member

07-27-2019, 05:43 AM

I’d suggest this configuration works best. You can upgrade to a Samsung B-Die for faster memory speeds and better timings for an additional $30. Overall it’s a solid Hynix DJR board, so it should run well.

PCPartPicker has the parts listed:

- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core ($166.99)
- Motherboard: ASRock B550M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 ($115.00)
- RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws V 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 ($79.99)

Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts – totaling $361.98.

Alternatively, you could wait for a better deal if patience is an option.

Darth_Rekker

07-27-2019, 05:43 AM #6