What's the Best Motherboard for a Compact Mini-ITX Build with 9600X ?

Question

I'm building a small form-factor PC with AMD Ryzen 5 9600X. Which Mini-ITX motherboards offer the best balance of features and performance despite their size constraints? Are there any compromises I should be aware of when choosing a Mini-ITX motherboard? Which models provide the best connectivity and expansion options in a compact form factor?

Infinity8 · Answer

For a Ryzen 5 9600X Mini-ITX build, consider A620 boards. They offer excellent value for the 9000 series.

Thunder21 · Answer

Whatever board you choose, pay attention to M.2 slot placement and RAM clearance with your cooler choice. I had to return my first board because the M.2 heatsink interfered with my low-profile cooler. Also consider whether you need WiFi or can use ethernet - non-WiFi boards are usually cheaper and one less thing to potentially fail.