No, the h310 is not compatible with i7 8th or 9th generation processors.
No, the h310 is not compatible with i7 8th or 9th generation processors.
I was planning to assemble a PC with these specifications and am very budget-conscious. I have an Intel Core i5 9400f, 8GB RAM, and an RX 580 graphics card. Just to be sure, can I upgrade the CPU to an i7 without overclocking? I want it to run smoothly without overheating, throttling, or any VRM issues.
The i5 9400f was released first. If you're patient, you can wait for the Zen 3 launch. Alternatively, if you haven't received the parts yet, I can provide a PCPP list.
The Ryzen 5 2600 fits within this budget alongside the B450, but its performance falls short compared to an I5, even after overclocking. Since you mainly want to play games without streaming, editing, or working, it might not be the best choice.
PCPartPicker list includes various components. AMD Ryzen 3 3100 3.6 GHz Quad-Core CPU costs $129.99 at B&H and the ASRock B450M PRO4 motherboard is $82.99 on Newegg. Memory options are T-FORCE VULCAN Z 16 GB DDR4-3200 CL16 at $53.99 from Newegg. ADATA storage drive is the Ultimate SU800 512 GB SSD for $59.99 on Amazon. The DIYPC case fits a MA08 MicroATX and is $31.99 on Newegg. A used GTX 1060 6GB, GTX 1650 Super, or RX 470/570/480/580 are available. Prices reflect Best Buy rates with shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts totaling $413.94 as of August 14, 2020.