X570 Taichi paired with a Ryzen 7 and 2060 build delivers strong performance.
X570 Taichi paired with a Ryzen 7 and 2060 build delivers strong performance.
Hey, I'm planning to assemble a durable PC for about 7 to 10 years. I have the R7 3700X and an EVGA 2060 KO, and I'm wondering if upgrading to a top-tier motherboard like the X570 or B550 Taichi is worthwhile. My budget is around $2600 NZD, which is roughly $1500 USD. If it doesn't seem right, someone could suggest a better option for me.
it won't last long because it has a really bad build. 8 core might only last about 7 years, but maybe 12 will? we don't know for sure. honestly, don't expect much. consider getting the B450 Pro 4, B550 Pro 4, B450 Tomahawk/Mortar Max, B550 Mortar/Bazooka, or X570 Prime-P.
The b550 isn't worth it while the x570 is too expensive. The x570 uses an ISL69147 with doubled 7 sic634s via ISL6617s, which doesn't add much value. Stick to your budget and workload. If you're mainly gaming, go with a 3600 and a better GPU—it handles games similarly either way. For b550 builds: tomahawk, mortar, Aorus Pro, Strix F, A Pro, and Steel Legend are solid choices. For x570: tomahawk and TUF work well; if you can't find them, the Aorus Elite is decent. Edited August 22, 2020 by TofuHaroto correction.
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I don’t understand much of what you’re asking. I’m focusing on video editing and 3D modeling, aiming for a CPU-friendly setup. The X570 TUF is available, but some people say the Taichi offers better performance, even if that’s not always true. Which board gives you the best overall quality depends on your specific needs and budget.
Appreciate the feedback, but there are a few aspects I don’t really like. Mostly the GPU part—I’ve heard Nvidia cards perform better with Adobe and also with power supply units. I’d prefer something more efficient since power costs are a concern. Also, I’d rather focus on quality rather than chasing extra performance. Any suggestions?