RAM support differs between Mobo and CPU in terms of compatibility and performance.
RAM support differs between Mobo and CPU in terms of compatibility and performance.
Even among budget AMD options, the 5500XT supports PCI-e 4.0, and I found one available on Newegg for under $200 in the US. I understand your point that it's challenging to upgrade a 3.0Gen PCI system on a limited budget right now, but a 4.0 chip could offer significant improvements within the next couple of years—possibly making it a worthwhile investment later. Here’s the link: https://www.newegg.com/sapphire-radeon-r...6814202361