Hey there! I'm about to build a new PC and I'm debating whether the MSI PRO B650-s Wifi motherboard is sufficient for my setup, especially since I'm looking to pair it with a 9800x3d. I've seen recommendations for B850 boards like the MSI B850 GAMING PLUS WIFI or the MSI PRO B850-P WIFI because they supposedly have better VRMs. I don't really need a lot of features since my old B450 Tomahawk worked just fine, though I do want improved cooling for M.2 slots this time. I also plan to use an RTX 5070ti, so PCIe 5 would be nice, but I've heard the performance gain might be minimal. Any thoughts? Thanks!
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Honestly, the B650 should be fine for your needs, especially if you're not planning on heavy overclocking. Higher-end motherboards usually only make a difference if you're really pushing performance. The main thing to look at is if PCIe 5 is important for you. If it doesn't cost much more, it might be worth it just for future-proofing.
That makes sense! I’m mainly looking for something that can keep up without breaking the bank.