In Progress new motherboard
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Not a direct answer to your question.
However, since this is your first build I will offer some unasked-for advice.
The MB has to be Intel LGA 1700 socket
You need to match the ram to the cpu and the mb.
There is no use in buying ram that can run faster on the MB but the cpu cannot handle it.
For example, the MB may take 6200 MT/s ram but the cpu cannot.
Memory Types for your cpu.
Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s
Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s
A case that is big enough to handle the size of the MB you are going to use.
And that will also fit the GPU.
Enough room for fans.
1 fan is never enough.
The main part that is normally the least expensive but the most critical is the PSU (power supply unit)
In my opinion only you should look for a minimum Gold rated and enough wattage for your needs and a 5–10-year warranty.
One of the main parts to look at is how much the graphics card will need then add an extra leeway.
I also suggest that when you pick your parts you ask if someone will look over what you intend to buy to make sure
that the parts will work together.
What is your budget for an MB?
However, since this is your first build I will offer some unasked-for advice.
The MB has to be Intel LGA 1700 socket
You need to match the ram to the cpu and the mb.
There is no use in buying ram that can run faster on the MB but the cpu cannot handle it.
For example, the MB may take 6200 MT/s ram but the cpu cannot.
Memory Types for your cpu.
Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s
Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s
A case that is big enough to handle the size of the MB you are going to use.
And that will also fit the GPU.
Enough room for fans.
1 fan is never enough.
The main part that is normally the least expensive but the most critical is the PSU (power supply unit)
In my opinion only you should look for a minimum Gold rated and enough wattage for your needs and a 5–10-year warranty.
One of the main parts to look at is how much the graphics card will need then add an extra leeway.
I also suggest that when you pick your parts you ask if someone will look over what you intend to buy to make sure
that the parts will work together.
What monitor do you have or at least what type of connections does it have E.G HDMI,DP etc.
What is your budget for an MB?
i have not decided on the monitor yet , i will look as the build starts, as for the Motherboard i have no preconceived ideas other than as i said i might invest in the i5 12600 as it appears a good mid unit although superseded now by later models, i am also thinking of the Fractal Design Focus 2 case as its look is understated.
no idea, as iv only looked at used so far its not something i have checked into but i would say 100
Sorry I am not trying to drag this out.
Is that 100 Euros, Pounds, Us Dollars etc.
@phillpower2 any recommendations?
Is that 100 Euros, Pounds, Us Dollars etc.
@phillpower2 any recommendations?
Be happy to take a look Peter but will have to start with the advice that the OP is going about things in totally the wrong way, the very appropriate reply #2 of Bruce outlines as to why;
To emphasize just the basics as to how it is done;
You decide on the choice of CPU.
You check for MBs that have the specs that you want.
Once you have selected a MB that meets your requirements you do the below;
Check the specs of the chosen CPU to confirm the fastest RAM that the CPU can handle.
You go to the MBs support page and find the maximum speed of RAM for the CPU and then use the info provided there to shop around for the best prices.
Note that while at the MBs support page you should always check to see if the MB needs a BIOS update to be able to recognise the chosen CPU.
Wouldn't consider it as it has no on die video which means two things, you will need to purchase an add on video card which will increase the cost of not just a video card but also a minimum of a Gold efficiency rated PSU that is needed to support the said add on GPU, secondly, should the add on GPU ever fail you will be left without video as in a non usable PC.
A far wiser choice of CPU would be the i5-12600K that has on die video as opposed to the i5-12600KF which does not.
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Thank you both but need to remind members of forum rules;
Helpers deserve a break and should only ever be contacted personally as a last resort or as Bruce has done to reopen the OPs thread.
Helpers deserve a break and should only ever be contacted personally as a last resort or as Bruce has done to reopen the OPs thread.
12. Do not send Private Conversations
I did inform the op that we can't help via private conversations that is why I asked Bruce to reopen the thread.
I did inform the op that we can't help via private conversations that is why I asked Bruce to reopen the thread.
No worries but like I said Peter helpers need a break you included, you are aware of the rules and dont need reminding, unlike 99.99% of members that have never read them.
Fwiw, members should be advised to ask an appropriate staff member if they would like their thread to be reopened, too many times has a helper contacted a Mod etc on behalf of a member only for the said member to never come back, helpers should not be compromised in such a way.
Fwiw, members should be advised to ask an appropriate staff member if they would like their thread to be reopened, too many times has a helper contacted a Mod etc on behalf of a member only for the said member to never come back, helpers should not be compromised in such a way.
Full disclosure, I'm a long term Gigabyte fan, so for me it would come down to;
- price
- features - what I need now: number of USB ports, type of mobo slots, onboard GPU, etc
- future proofing - what is emerging: DDR5, USB-C, PCI gen 4, processor socket, immersion cooling, etc