What’s the best CPU upgrade for my Ryzen 9 3900X gaming PC?
I'm looking for advice on upgrading my CPU, motherboard, and RAM. My current system has a Ryzen 9 3900X, an ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero X570 motherboard, 32GB…
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Is the Ryzen 7 9850X3D worth $160 more than the 7800X3D with a 4070 Super?
I'm finally replacing my trusty 8700K after several years and am considering a Micro Center bundle, unless a better deal appears soon. I already own a 4070 Super,…
Can the B650M-HDV/M.2 Handle a Ryzen 9 7950X3D?
I'm considering buying a Ryzen 9 7950X3D for my B650M-HDV/M.2 motherboard, but I'm unsure whether the board's power delivery and BIOS support are sufficient. My main use will…
Is DDR5-6000 CL36 worth considering over CL30 for a Ryzen 7 9800X3D build?
I'm building my first high-end PC for gaming and video editing in After Effects and Premiere Pro. The build includes a Ryzen 7 9800X3D, MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK…
Why does my new PC take over 10 minutes to boot?
I built a new PC with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D, MSI PRO B650-S WiFi motherboard, Gigabyte Radeon RX 9070 XT, 32GB of Corsair Vengeance RGB memory, and a…
Is the Ryzen 7 9850X3D worth $160 more than the 7800X3D for a 1440p build?
I'm replacing my longtime 8700K system and considering a Micro Center bundle. I already own a 4070 Super, so I'm mainly budgeting for the CPU, motherboard, and RAM.…
What motherboard pairs best with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti?
I'm building a system around a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and an RTX 5070 Ti, and I'll be using two NVMe SSDs. I want a motherboard that lets me…
Will This B650 Motherboard Work With My PCIe 5.0 GPU Riser?
I built a new PC a few months ago for streaming, but I've had persistent internet problems that appear to be related to the motherboard's onboard Intel Ethernet…
Are These Parts Compatible for My First PC Build?
This is my first PC build, and I'd like a compatibility check before buying everything. The planned parts are a Gigabyte X870 AORUS Stealth motherboard, Ryzen 9 9900X3D,…
Which parts pair well with my RX 9070 XT for a balanced gaming PC?
I'm building my first mid-range gaming PC and have already purchased a Gigabyte RX 9070 XT Gaming OC with 16GB of VRAM, 32GB of Kingston Fury Beast RGB…
Are These Parts a Good $1,000 Gaming PC Build With My Existing RX 6600 XT?
I'm putting together a new desktop with a budget of about $1,000. I already own several SSDs and an MSI RX 6600 XT, so I plan to reuse…
Which B850 motherboard would be a reliable replacement for my problematic MSI B650?
My MSI PRO B650 motherboard has had serious problems since day one, including disconnects from the onboard Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and four USB 3.0 ports. I can only…
Is the MSI PRO B850-S a Good Match for a Radeon RX 9070 XT?
I originally built my PC on a budget and have been upgrading it over time. The current system includes a Sapphire Pulse Radeon RX 9070 XT, Ryzen 5…
Will This B650 Motherboard Work With My PCIe 5.0 GPU Riser?
I built a new PC a few months ago for streaming, but I've had persistent internet problems that appear to be related to the motherboard's Intel Ethernet controller.…
Is 128GB of DDR5-5600 a good match for a Ryzen 9 9950X photogrammetry build?
I'm building a PC mainly for photogrammetry, so CPU performance and plenty of memory are priorities. I'm considering a Ryzen 9 9950X paired with a Kingston Fury Beast…
Only One RAM Slot Works After Water-Cooling Installation on MAG B850M Mortar
I built a system with a Ryzen 9 9900X3D, RTX 5080, MAG B850M Mortar WiFi motherboard, 32GB of Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5-6400 CL32, an 850W power supply, and…
Does This Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RX 9070 XT Build Look Good?
I'm fairly new to choosing PC parts and would appreciate a sanity check on this build. I already have an SSD, but I still need to choose a…
Are These Parts a Good High-End Linux Gaming Build with an RX 9070 XT?
I'm planning a high-end PC primarily for gaming, with some other workloads as well. I'll be running Linux, so an AMD graphics card is essential for me, and…
PC Shuts Off Immediately With a Flashing CPU Debug Light
I built this PC about a year ago, and it suddenly powered off while I was using it. Now, when I press the power button, the power supply…
Does This Gaming PC Part List Look Balanced?
I'm fairly new to building PCs and would appreciate a sanity check on this parts list. I already own an SSD, but I still need to choose a…