I'm relatively new to building computers and I'm looking for some advice on choosing a better motherboard. Here's the link to my current build list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/kqRwsp. I understand I don't need sound cards or anything like that, but I'm curious about upgrades, particularly for a motherboard. I want to ensure I have enough RAM and memory slots since I plan to expand with additional RAM sticks and SSDs in the future.
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I'd recommend going for a B850 motherboard at the very least. The B840 is okay, but the B850 will give you better features. Also, if you have 10GbE infrastructure, keep that in mind, but most B850 boards at least have 2.5GbE onboard, which should be sufficient for most needs. Also, you might be able to save about $180 with a cheaper cooler—are you sure you're looking at the right price?
Are you referring to the cooler or the case for that price? I’m not very clear on the Ethernet side, a friend mentioned that option too.