- Jun 3, 2015
- 163
- 0
- 4,760
Hello everyone.
I am upgrading to an i5-8600k in the next few days as I'm retiring my 4690k due to my old faithful ASrock z97 pro4 motherboard reaching its final stages, gasping on its final breaths.
I have decided to take on a new build so I ordered the ASUS Z370 Prime-A motherboard (https://www.amazon.co.uk/ASUS-Intel-Socket-Chipset-Motherboard/dp/B0764H6HC8/) because from what I researched it would suit me perfectly for what I intend to do with my new processor, which is overclocking and gaming+general usage. Overclocking wise I'm aiming for 4.7-4.8ghz, though will go higher if need be when I upgrade my GPU in the future. The power phases on the board and, according to reviews, its overclocking ability for the price I have bought it for, £145, sits well.
Reading other reviews, however, my head has been turned by some boards and I wouldn't mind spending an extra £40 or more in acquiring a better board if the particulars would justify forking out the extra cash. I've heard that the overclocking ability doesn't differ that much amongst the Z370 boards within the £140-£200 range. But I'm wondering if there is a better brand of Z370 motherboard that I've overlooked/completely missed that would be better for my needs than the ASUS board I ordered.
I'd like to make sure that I've got the right board for me as I don't intend on replacing this motherboard for the next 2 or 3 years.
To summarise:
Are there boards out there, regardless of brand, between the £140-£200 range that are better for my needs than the ASUS Z370 Prime-A I have ordered for £145?
Regarding my own cooling for overclocking, I currently have the Corsair 760T Arctic White case w/ 2x140mm front fans and 1x140mm rear exhaust fan, as well as the Corsair H110i Liquid Cooler and its 2x140mm radiator fans. Rig is powered by Corsair 650M PSU.
Many thanks,
MrFungi
I am upgrading to an i5-8600k in the next few days as I'm retiring my 4690k due to my old faithful ASrock z97 pro4 motherboard reaching its final stages, gasping on its final breaths.
I have decided to take on a new build so I ordered the ASUS Z370 Prime-A motherboard (https://www.amazon.co.uk/ASUS-Intel-Socket-Chipset-Motherboard/dp/B0764H6HC8/) because from what I researched it would suit me perfectly for what I intend to do with my new processor, which is overclocking and gaming+general usage. Overclocking wise I'm aiming for 4.7-4.8ghz, though will go higher if need be when I upgrade my GPU in the future. The power phases on the board and, according to reviews, its overclocking ability for the price I have bought it for, £145, sits well.
Reading other reviews, however, my head has been turned by some boards and I wouldn't mind spending an extra £40 or more in acquiring a better board if the particulars would justify forking out the extra cash. I've heard that the overclocking ability doesn't differ that much amongst the Z370 boards within the £140-£200 range. But I'm wondering if there is a better brand of Z370 motherboard that I've overlooked/completely missed that would be better for my needs than the ASUS board I ordered.
I'd like to make sure that I've got the right board for me as I don't intend on replacing this motherboard for the next 2 or 3 years.
To summarise:
Are there boards out there, regardless of brand, between the £140-£200 range that are better for my needs than the ASUS Z370 Prime-A I have ordered for £145?
Regarding my own cooling for overclocking, I currently have the Corsair 760T Arctic White case w/ 2x140mm front fans and 1x140mm rear exhaust fan, as well as the Corsair H110i Liquid Cooler and its 2x140mm radiator fans. Rig is powered by Corsair 650M PSU.
Many thanks,
MrFungi
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram