You should choose the side that feels more comfortable or aligns better with your current direction.
You should choose the side that feels more comfortable or aligns better with your current direction.
I recently purchased a new computer and it’s performing well, but I’m looking to upgrade its CPU and motherboard. I’m trying to decide between AMD and Intel options. Right now I have some thoughts on each side. Here are the details:
- Intel: ASRock Z390 Steel Legend board, Intel i5-9600k (3.7 GHz, 6 cores)
- AMD: ASRock B550 Phantom Gaming 4 board, AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (3.6 GHz, 6 cores)
I’m considering the G.Skill Ripjaws V series RAM upgrade and a few other components. My main goals are to maintain around 60 FPS at 1080p for most games, and I’m staying within a $400 budget. I’m not planning to stream, just focus on gaming.
Your list and current specs are helpful—thank you!
I don't have current specs or personal details. Could you clarify what you're asking about?
You'd have to choose another motherboard since the Z390 chipset only works with processors from the 8th and 9th generation.
PCPartPicker list shows various components. Intel offers the Core i5-11400F at 2.6 GHz with six cores for $174.99. The ASRock B560 Pro4 ATX motherboard is available for $122.99 on Newegg. All costs such as shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts are included, bringing the total to $297.98. This entry was generated by PCPartPicker on April 28, 2021 at 21:08 EDT.