Search for a motherboard compatible with the Ryzen 5 3600 processor.
Search for a motherboard compatible with the Ryzen 5 3600 processor.
Consider the MSI B450M Bazooka or the ASRock B450M Pro4, both offering good value while still providing solid performance. Check the packaging for a label indicating Ryzen 3000 compatibility. These models are often the same SKU, but boards released after the third-gen Ryzen were typically equipped with newer BIOS versions.
Are you thinking about boosting performance? Unless you are, you likely don’t need a mortar. My Gaming Plus Max is a reliable board, but it’s hard to suggest gear to folks outside your area because prices change a lot. I wouldn’t cut back on the graphics card budget—better wait a bit and save up so you can get both the motherboard and the 1660 Super.
Sharing your complete build plan and budget could allow us to assist in lowering expenses enough for a solid board.
I already have storage, case and PSU, so here is the rest of it: (Budget = £560) CPU: Ryzen 5 3600 (£175) Motherboard: ----- Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 Gigs (3200mhz) (£63) MSI Ventus XS OC 1660 Super (£220) Cheap peripherals for ~ £35 This leaves with ~ £65 for the motherboard
Might save some money by choosing a 2600 over a 3600, which would reduce costs and avoid a bottleneck with the 1660 (unless you know otherwise). Alternatively, you could opt for a budget mouse and keyboard—just make sure they have a sticker indicating 3rd gen readiness.
The MSI B450 Tomahawk Max comes with Ryzen 3000 support right away, though the price is £91.