I've been going through tons of posts and videos that suggest selecting any AM5 motherboard with the features I need, but every time I ask for opinions, I hear complaints about weak VRMs. It's frustrating! I'm particularly interested in how VRMs impact the performance of the 9800X3D. So far, I've discovered that an 8x2x1 configuration with 50A+ DrMOS seems adequate for PBO and mild overclocking, but then I found options with configurations like 8+2+1 and 2x4+2+1. I'm curious to know how much the 2x4 configuration actually falls short for my needs. Can anyone clarify if 2x4+2+1 is still a good fit for the 9800X3D when it comes to casual overclocking without going through additional software?
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It's not just the number of phases that matters; the quality of the VRMs and cooling are also critical. If you share the specific motherboards you're considering, I can provide more precise advice. Generally, any AM5 board in the $200-250 range should handle the 9800X3D just fine.
I get what you're saying! Prices can really differ, especially here in Canada. For example, the MSI PRO B650-P WiFi is around $170 USD. However, it's priced higher in CAD due to availability, making it about $310 CAD.