No, it doesn't require a BIOS update for Ryzen 5000 chips.
No, it doesn't require a BIOS update for Ryzen 5000 chips.
I am looking to buy a good ATX motherboard for a ryzen 5600x and wondering if getting this motherboard(even if a bios update is needed)is worth it as its currently listed on UK amazon for £70, thx
The MSI Tomahawk line is generally in good condition, but note that B450 doesn't support PCIe 4.0—use a 500-series board instead. For the 5000-series CPU, you may need a BIOS update to ensure compatibility, so consider a motherboard with BIOS flashback capability.
The B450 Tomohawk requires a BIOS update. It's a solid board that has supported my nephew’s 1600AF for more than two years. Keep in mind there’s no ARGB header on the board, which could be a major issue. MSI boards from around the *4* AMD era were generally well-made. I believe Buildzoid mentioned shortly after about how much MSI had poured into their second-gen AM4 boards. Just checked the current price—it’s quite affordable.
You're likely going to require a system refresh to back up the 5000 series.