You're questioning whether your idea about the motherboard is correct.
You're questioning whether your idea about the motherboard is correct.
You're correct in thinking the motherboard isn't crucial for your current projects. Focusing on 8 cores makes more sense for you. Also, checking if the Asus board supports AIO is important—visit their website for details.
It varies. VRM matters for CPU dimensions though extra components don’t always improve performance, and premium boards usually offer better connectivity options. If you require Thunderbolt support and your board can’t handle it (which is common), you might be in trouble. Conversely, if you only need a mouse, keyboard, and a low-power chip, a costly board won’t help much.