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Yes, it's a good idea.

Yes, it's a good idea.

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Jenuax
Member
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07-27-2021, 09:17 PM
#1
It depends on your priorities. If you don’t want to overclock and have limited funds, buying a motherboard without OC support might be better. However, if the processor supports overclocking and you’re on a tight budget, it could still be worth considering.
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Jenuax
07-27-2021, 09:17 PM #1

It depends on your priorities. If you don’t want to overclock and have limited funds, buying a motherboard without OC support might be better. However, if the processor supports overclocking and you’re on a tight budget, it could still be worth considering.

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ZenYcca
Member
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07-28-2021, 10:59 PM
#2
What specific parts are you looking at getting?
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ZenYcca
07-28-2021, 10:59 PM #2

What specific parts are you looking at getting?

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W33DWIZARD444
Junior Member
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07-30-2021, 12:50 PM
#3
You already own a Ryzen 5 1600 AF and are considering upgrading to a Gigabyte GA-A320-H. Since this new model doesn’t support overclocking, you have a choice: wait for a better option or go ahead with the budget-friendly upgrade.
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W33DWIZARD444
07-30-2021, 12:50 PM #3

You already own a Ryzen 5 1600 AF and are considering upgrading to a Gigabyte GA-A320-H. Since this new model doesn’t support overclocking, you have a choice: wait for a better option or go ahead with the budget-friendly upgrade.

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Cyanstrophic
Senior Member
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08-10-2021, 07:22 PM
#4
It seems you're suggesting that unless you plan to boost performance beyond normal limits, you won't require any special overclocking parts. Sharing your system details could help verify this.
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Cyanstrophic
08-10-2021, 07:22 PM #4

It seems you're suggesting that unless you plan to boost performance beyond normal limits, you won't require any special overclocking parts. Sharing your system details could help verify this.

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master_scope
Posting Freak
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08-11-2021, 01:19 AM
#5
Are you purchasing the board in new condition or used?
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master_scope
08-11-2021, 01:19 AM #5

Are you purchasing the board in new condition or used?

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_NinjaGaming_
Junior Member
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08-11-2021, 10:48 AM
#6
I'm choosing the Gigabyte Ga-320M-H model.
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_NinjaGaming_
08-11-2021, 10:48 AM #6

I'm choosing the Gigabyte Ga-320M-H model.

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GabyruYT10
Member
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08-12-2021, 12:00 PM
#7
If you're not planning to boost performance, you don't necessarily need a custom motherboard. Older AMD chips still gain from upgrading, so overclocking might be worth it. B350 boards are generally comparable to A-series ones and often use superior parts. I don’t think the savings of $10 or $15 justify the effort here.
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GabyruYT10
08-12-2021, 12:00 PM #7

If you're not planning to boost performance, you don't necessarily need a custom motherboard. Older AMD chips still gain from upgrading, so overclocking might be worth it. B350 boards are generally comparable to A-series ones and often use superior parts. I don’t think the savings of $10 or $15 justify the effort here.

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kervinc
Posting Freak
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08-14-2021, 04:22 AM
#8
You're right, if you're not planning to overclock, a standard motherboard is usually sufficient.
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kervinc
08-14-2021, 04:22 AM #8

You're right, if you're not planning to overclock, a standard motherboard is usually sufficient.

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WorldEaterSDA
Member
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08-14-2021, 04:41 AM
#9
No issues at all. Find the board that matches your budget.
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WorldEaterSDA
08-14-2021, 04:41 AM #9

No issues at all. Find the board that matches your budget.

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gustavbengters
Member
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08-31-2021, 09:17 AM
#10
It seems like you're pointing out something straightforward.
What do you mean by that?
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gustavbengters
08-31-2021, 09:17 AM #10

It seems like you're pointing out something straightforward.
What do you mean by that?