I'm looking to upgrade my Ryzen 3600X, and I know the 5700X3D would be a good option, but it's overpriced right now. Is there a more budget-friendly way to transition to AM5? What are some recommended CPU and motherboard combos that could provide a decent performance boost without breaking the bank?
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Right now, you're in a bit of a tough spot. If you're considering going with AM5, prepare to shell out for DDR5 RAM, which is super pricey at the moment. Some folks are leaning towards used options like the 5700X3D, but even those prices are climbing. Just a few weeks ago, you could find it around $220, and now it's jumped to about $320!
I actually managed to grab 16GB of DDR5 for $50 from a local marketplace, so I’m good on the RAM front. I'm primarily looking for a new CPU and motherboard now.