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Is cheap am3+ socket motherboard can support 8 core amd processor?

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February 3, 2014 8:31:40 AM

Hello, sorry if my question look stupid, Im still newbies.

I want to build a gaming pc (but actually it for multi-tasking work), so I gonna choose amd fx 8350. but I confused on getting what spec for motherboard. I do a lot of survey based on price, but I noticed some cheap motherboards (am3+ socket) doesn't say it support 8 core processor (on its description).

I think I just wanna buy a cheap motherboard since I'm low on budget and I want focus more on my money to buy graphic card.

So can anyone tell me this cheap motherboard can support fx-8350 or not? If can this motherboard can perform with all core being used (or detected) ?.

Thank you.

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February 3, 2014 8:36:09 AM

If the bios supports it the motherboard supports it. Check the motherboards cpu compatibility. And check if 8350 is one oft hem :D 
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February 3, 2014 8:47:45 AM

If you have budget constraints go with an 8320 vs the 8350. Basically the same chip, it just needs a slight overclock to be @ the 8350 clock.

I've used two of these boards with FX chips and had zero issues.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
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February 3, 2014 8:55:11 AM

Adrian Ocampo said:
If the bios supports it the motherboard supports it. Check the motherboards cpu compatibility. And check if 8350 is one oft hem :D 


what are the consequences if fx-8350 paired with this motherboard without bios update? can it operate?
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February 3, 2014 9:05:10 AM

Depending on the current bios you have. If you current bios does not support the chip chances are you wont be running them. Its best to update bios before changing the cpu.

Unfortunately upon checking, your board does not support the 8350. Only up to 8300.

See this link:
http://us.msi.com/product/mb/760GM-P23--FX-.html#/?div=...
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February 3, 2014 9:09:28 AM

Go with an FX 8320 and use the money saved to get a better quality motherboard for less money than the FX 8350 build would.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($194.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $254.97
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-03 12:09 EST-0500)


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($148.37 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $238.36
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-03 12:09 EST-0500)

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February 3, 2014 9:21:02 AM

Adrian Ocampo said:
Depending on the current bios you have. If you current bios does not support the chip chances are you wont be running them. Its best to update bios before changing the cpu.

Unfortunately upon checking, your board does not support the 8350. Only up to 8300.

See this link:
http://us.msi.com/product/mb/760GM-P23--FX-.html#/?div=...


Thanks for willing to check for me. I really appreciate it. :) 
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February 3, 2014 9:39:51 AM

msyazwan said:
Adrian Ocampo said:
Depending on the current bios you have. If you current bios does not support the chip chances are you wont be running them. Its best to update bios before changing the cpu.

Unfortunately upon checking, your board does not support the 8350. Only up to 8300.

See this link:
http://us.msi.com/product/mb/760GM-P23--FX-.html#/?div=...


Thanks for willing to check for me. I really appreciate it. :) 


Goodluck with it :D  Dont forget to pick an answer :) 
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February 4, 2014 3:43:27 AM

logainofhades said:
Go with an FX 8320 and use the money saved to get a better quality motherboard for less money than the FX 8350 build would.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($194.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $254.97
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-03 12:09 EST-0500)


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($148.37 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $238.36
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-03 12:09 EST-0500)



Thank you for your recomendation. I think I should buy fx-8320 since its price lower than 8350 and use the balance to obtain better motherboard.
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February 4, 2014 3:51:47 AM

msyazwan said:
logainofhades said:
Go with an FX 8320 and use the money saved to get a better quality motherboard for less money than the FX 8350 build would.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($194.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $254.97
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-03 12:09 EST-0500)


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($148.37 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $238.36
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-03 12:09 EST-0500)



Thank you for your recomendation. I think I should buy fx-8320 since its price lower than 8350 and use the balance to obtain better motherboard.


Yes and also 8350 is just an overclocked 8320 :D 
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February 4, 2014 6:23:37 AM

Yes, the FX 8320 will match an FX 8350 with just a multiplier bump to 20. I have one running at that now in a the cheaper gigabyte board. It was just for a backup rig and I needed something cheap. If it had been for my main, I would have went with the more expensive board.
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