Hey everyone, I've recently had a frustrating experience with my AsRock Taichi 870E motherboard, which I suspect may have caused damage to my 9800X3D CPU. I didn't have spare parts to troubleshoot, so I ended up taking it to a repair shop where they confirmed the CPU was dead. They tested the motherboard with another 9800X3D and said it worked fine, but I have my doubts based on some previous issues I had with AsRock. I stayed on top of BIOS updates, but still faced problems, including powering on without a display. I'm looking to RMA my CPU and need recommendations for a new motherboard under $450 since I'm planning to transfer my 5070Ti, air CPU cooler, and three M.2 SSDs. I had my eye on the MSI Carbon and some Gigabyte options, but I'd love to hear your thoughts on which boards have a solid reputation for reliability, especially avoiding the fate of burning up the 9800X3D in the future!
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ASRock has had quite a few issues with the 9800X3D, so I'd suggest looking into other brands. Most users have had a better experience with alternatives, plus, ASRock's latest BIOS updates haven't worked for everyone. Just a heads up!
The Tomahawk lacks some advanced features for overclocking that the Taichi offers, but for most uses, it should work just fine.
The MSI X870E Tomahawk WiFi has been flawless with my 9800X3D. It has good overclocking capabilities and the ability to use all M.2 slots without affecting PCIe lanes, which is a plus for performance.
Interesting! What's the difference between the Tomahawk and Carbon, aside from features that I may not use?
I've got the MSI Carbon WiFi X870E and it's been fantastic! I've never had issues with MSI products before, so I'd definitely recommend it. Just keep in mind it can be a bit pricey.
Good to hear! I like that board, just debating whether it's worth the price.
When choosing a motherboard, consider your specific needs like how much connectivity you want and how many M.2 slots you require. I'm using the MSI X870 Tomahawk and it has been great for me with my 9800X3D. Just check for PCIe lane assignments with your M.2 slots.
Thanks for the tip! I definitely need at least three NVME slots. I'll keep an eye on the PCIe share situation.
Yeah, I think the long-term damage might have been done for some. The damage can be tricky to pinpoint.