Seeking an upgrade to MB to avoid purchasing a new CPU if you plan to move from LGA 1151 later.
Seeking an upgrade to MB to avoid purchasing a new CPU if you plan to move from LGA 1151 later.
He wanted me to repair and upgrade his old desktop PC. He needs something better than his current laptop but doesn’t want to spend too much right now. He already has some parts like RAM, case, and GPU, so he’s considering adding more memory and a new processor. He’s thinking about getting a better power supply and maybe an M.2 SSD, which means he’ll need a compatible motherboard. For the best choice of RAM, he should pick something that supports upgrading later, ideally with LGA 1151 connectors.
Your dad will likely use the PC for basic tasks. He might install an Optiplex with a 3770, add a 570 or 1650 drive depending on availability, and it should suffice unless he prefers a tailored setup. As for budget, it should be reasonable.
B450 is compatible with Zen 3, while Zen 4 will not work with it (PGA 1331).