The B350 boards are expected to get a BIOS update for Zen 3.
The B350 boards are expected to get a BIOS update for Zen 3.
The board should still be compatible with future updates as long as AMD continues supporting it. Checking with AMD for upcoming BIOS releases is a good idea before planning the upgrade.
It has been verified that 300 series mobos are incompatible with Zen 3.
Consider a 3600x or 3700x setup and choose a solid CPU for smooth 1080p/1440p gaming over the next few years. The 3060 is coming soon, so you’ll have a good option when it arrives. No rush to replace your current board.
I believe the B350 and X370 models will get bios updates enabling Zen 3 CPUs, even though AMD claims otherwise. Evidence shows users have successfully run Ryzen 5000-series chips on these boards: https://www.guru3d.com/news-story/amd-ry...oards.html
Some 300-series boards are being tested with 5000-series CPUs, but results differ each time and it’s not consistent enough to recommend upgrading based solely on board type. If you know your specific model, obtain the appropriate BIOS and flash it; otherwise, this advice isn’t applicable here.
Observe that Zen 2 isn't compatible with 300 series MOMO. A few work occasionally, but verify the exact chip and board combination on the motherboard site first. Some B350 models might even support Zen 3, though only Zen 1 and Zen+ are officially approved for the chipset.