New construction B450 R5 5600x model
New construction B450 R5 5600x model
Hello, do you have any concerns about setting up a new gaming setup using a 5600x on a B450? I understand you won’t have PCIe 4, but for a mid-range GPU it shouldn’t cause major issues. Also, since you won’t be handling large file transfers, PCIe 3 or even PCIe 2 should work fine. Thanks for your advice!
The main focus should be finding a motherboard with a BIOS flash button. You should opt for a recent motherboard that supports BIOS flashback or Gigabyte's Q-Flash Plus. If purchasing used, verify the existing BIOS version or confirm the seller can update it for Ryzen 5000 compatibility. For budget setups, a 12th generation Intel CPU is often advantageous in today’s market. Which country are you located in?
It hinges on the particular GPU in question. A 6500 XT shows a significant impact, while a 6600 (XT) only offers minor changes (those are x8 Gen 4). For a 3060 Ti, the difference is negligible. When suggesting B450 boards for new rigs, the price gap between B450 and B550 boards isn’t huge, and most B550 models are superior in build quality. When you look at the B550M Steel Legend versus the B450M Steel Legend, the $20 variation brings a VRM with roughly double the current capacity plus other advantages of the B550. The bottom of the barrel remains similar between the cheapest options, but performance improves noticeably on B550. EDIT: For a 5600X, the bottom of the barrel boards are acceptable, though my focus is on getting a much better board for a small price increase. Personally I’d prefer the higher-end model, but an X570 Ace is the best I’ve had recently. Edited July 18, 2022 by RONOTHAN##
I was discussing Nvidia, sorry. I managed to find an MSI B450-A Pro for 63 Euros, which is significantly cheaper than any B550 board I've seen. In Germany, I have a R7 1700 that can be used for BIOS updates. But thanks for the caution. The 5600X costs the same as the 12400F. Since the user doesn't plan to upgrade later and Intel boards are pricier (at least here), AMD seems more sensible.
Here are some solid choices you can explore:
- https://de.pcpartpicker.com/product/XJbC...-a-pro-max
- https://de.pcpartpicker.com/product/BHBh...aming-plus
- https://de.pcpartpicker.com/product/f7Ym...awk-max-ii
- https://de.pcpartpicker.com/product/sJM4...50-creator
- https://de.pcpartpicker.com/product/4mjN...m-gaming-4
@RONOTHAN## notes a B550 board often fits the budget while offering strong features and better build quality.
These boards also avoid the need for frequent BIOS updates, which applies to the Tomahawk Max II I suggested as well.
The 5600 model is another good option if you prefer lower cost without sacrificing performance.
Edited July 18, 2022 by Fasauceome
The board looks acceptable. It would be okay as long as it doesn’t cost more than 10-20 euros less than a quality B550 board.
It seems the ProArt price might be incorrect if it's really 73 Euros, so I’d go for that board right away. I prefer MSI models over Phantom Gaming 4—those MSI B450 boards were solid, while the Phantom Gaming 4 isn’t. The most affordable B550 board (whose price isn’t questionable) I’d recommend is the B550M Aorus Elite, which offers good value compared to MSI options.