I think I will get the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D on November 7th, so which motherboard do you recommend for this CPU?
A quality B650 motherboard can fully support both 7800X3D and likely the future 9800X3D, as AM5 specs remain similar. Choose based on your needed features, and consider PCIe 5.0 support - though it's unlikely to matter during the PC's lifespan.
@Wyatt GIGABYTE B650 AORUS Elite AX: https://www.amazon.com/GIGABYTE-B650-Warranty-EZ-Latch-Motherboard/dp/B0BH7GTY9C?tag=5422-20
@Wyatt B650 Tomahawk Wifi is also recommended. https://www.amazon.com/MSI-B650-Tomahawk-Motherboard-Processors/dp/B0BHCCNSRH?tag=5422-20
ASUS ROG Strix X870E-E provides excellent value for AM5 motherboards, balancing premium features with reasonable pricing compared to flagship models. It offers native compatibility with Ryzen 9000 series processors, while older AM5 boards (B650, X670) require BIOS updates. For a hassle-free setup with the latest Ryzen CPUs, X870/X870E boards are your best plug-and-play options.
Don't spend too much on Mobo and RAM. Save money on GPU.
Get any B650 motherboards, or waiting for B850 motherboards coming early next year.
Any B650 motherboard should handle AMD AM5 CPUs well, as power demands during gaming are typically modest. Many affordable B650 boards offer great value and include BIOS flashback. The pricier X670/X870 boards only add extra connectivity features without performance benefits. Hardware Unboxed on YouTube offers detailed comparisons.
ASRock X870E Taichi motherboard delivers uncompromised PCIe lane allocation and exceptional VRM thermal performance, making it a top choice for high-end AMD builds.
Got the Gigabyte B650 motherboard, works well: https://www.amazon.com/GIGABYTE-B650-Warranty-EZ-Latch-Motherboard/dp/B0BH7GTY9C?tag=7649-20
B650 motherboards offer excellent value with solid models featuring modern connectivity and essential features. They provide identical CPU performance compared to higher-tier boards, making them a practical choice for most users.
If you have enough money, get X870E motherboards like X870E Hero. If not, just get any B650 motherboards.
Anyone use X670E motherboards?
@jook MSI MAG X670E Tomahawk WiFi is a good choice for 9800X3D. https://www.amazon.com/MSI-Tomahawk-Gaming-Motherboard-2-5Gbps/dp/B0BYB3PGQW?tag=5422-20