Hey everyone! I'm in the market for a DDR4 motherboard that supports ReBAR for my new build. I recently upgraded to an Intel i3-13100F CPU and an Intel Arc B580 GPU, and now I need a compatible motherboard. Here are my specs:
- CPU: i3-13100F
- GPU: Intel Arc B580
- RAM: 32GB Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro DDR4-3200 (2x16GB)
- Storage: 1TB Seagate HDD + 240GB SanDisk SSD
- CPU Cooler: Arctic Liquid Freezer 240 (AIO)
- PSU: be quiet! Pure Power 10 CM 500W
- Case: ATX
I'm looking to keep my budget under €150, so I'd love any recommendations or boards to avoid. Thanks a lot!
3 Answers
Honestly, I’d skip the AIO cooler for this setup and grab a Thermalright air cooler instead. You could use the extra cash to upgrade to an i5 13400F or 14400F, which would be a better match for the GPU. The i3-13100F isn't bad, but putting a pricey AIO on it feels a bit off. For the motherboard, definitely consider a B760!
Yeah, same here, just swapping out the CPU and GPU.
Intel Arc GPUs have had some driver hiccups, leading to performance issues in the past. You might find better results with a stronger CPU. There's been some progress recently, but I'd still recommend looking into something like the 13400F to really let that GPU perform at its best!
Do you have a specific CPU in mind that fits within a budget?
Any current LGA1700 motherboard should support ReBAR, just make sure to update the BIOS to the latest version after you get it. That'll make sure everything runs smoothly!
Do you think there will be any issues with that CPU and GPU combination?
That cooler is from my old setup, so I'm just upgrading the CPU, GPU, and motherboard.