Yes, you might need a motherboard heatsink if your system gets very hot during intense use.
Yes, you might need a motherboard heatsink if your system gets very hot during intense use.
I’m searching for a budget motherboard without heatsinks. Since you already have fans and coolers for your other parts, the need for heatsinks might be less critical.
It varies based on the CPU you're using. If you're referring to a motherboard without VRM heatsinks, it likely lacks high-end VRM and probably isn't suitable for tasks beyond an i3/Ryzen 3. The answer really depends on the situation.
With a Ryzen 3 1200, you should experience good heat management and solid performance.
It's okay to use downwind coolers such as the standard model or the Scythe Big Shuriken 3.