We plan to assemble a computer. First of all, we need to choose the hardware, but we do n’t understand the hardware, so it is a headache to match the hardware, especially the CPU and the motherboard are often tangled. I don’t know if I ’m right. The CPU is different from the selected motherboard slot, so it is definitely not compatible. So how to match the CPU with the motherboard? Below I will share with you the Intel i9 series and AMD R3 series CPU and motherboard matching table.

How to properly match the CPU and motherboard?

The motherboard and the CPU cannot be arbitrarily matched. The Intel and AMD CPUs are not compatible with the motherboard. Because the two use different packages, the interfaces are completely different. The Intel processors use contact sockets, and AMD uses pins. Type socket, so the two cannot choose the motherboard across platforms.

The most important thing is that the CPU and the motherboard are compatible. The CPU interface must be consistent with the motherboard's CPU socket interface; otherwise, the CPU cannot be properly installed on the motherboard. It is more important to note that even if your CPU and motherboard belong to Intel or AMD, there may be different interfaces. As the CPU is updated, the motherboard will be updated with the CPU interface update. This is a lot of old computers. After changing the new CPU, why do you still need to change the motherboard, or even the memory. For example, for example, our old computer is equipped with an i5-3470 with a B75 motherboard (LGA1155 slot), then we need to replace an i5-9400F, then at this time, it is necessary to replace the motherboard. Because the i5-9400F pin is LGA1151, it cannot be matched.

Do you think that the interfaces used by the CPU and the motherboard must be compatible? Surely not. For example, Intel ’s latest nine-generation Core CPUs and seven-generation Core CPUs use the same LGA1151 interface, but the nine-generation Core CPUs are only compatible with the latest 300 series motherboards (Z390 / Z370 / B360 / H310) and are not compatible. For the 200 series motherboards (H110 / B250 / Z270) that are compatible with the seventh generation CPUs, the manufacturers have improved the interface in the design and deliberately made them incompatible.

There are Intel eighth to ninth generations. In fact, the motherboards used are all 300 series. In this case, the eighth and ninth generations are compatible and support the same motherboard. However, there is another situation, such as if you purchased the original The eighth-generation processor was equipped with a 300-series motherboard. At that time, the ninth-generation had not been released. I wanted to upgrade the ninth-generation better CPU, but I bought it and found that I could not boot. At this time, I needed to upgrade the BIOS to support the nine-generation processor. Now, there is basically no need to worry about the newly purchased 300 series motherboards. The manufacturers basically help you to flash the new BIOS program and directly help you solve it. Since AMD introduced Ryzen, the interface has adopted AM4. If a generation of Ryzen platform users, as long as the motherboard BIOS is upgraded, it can support the update of the current three generations of Ryzen processors. For old AMD users, what AM2 AM2 + AM3 interface motherboard, Want to upgrade the CPU of the new AM4 interface can only replace the motherboard and memory.

In fact, it is not difficult to match the CPU with the motherboard. The core is compatibility. In addition to compatibility, you need to pay attention to horses and saddles. It is a better CPU and needs to be equipped with a better motherboard. Just fine. To sum up briefly, the CPU motherboard comes with two key points: 1. Compatibility; 2. Reasonable matching, and then consider the brand and materials.

In order to let everyone better and faster understand the best match between the CPU and the motherboard RAMAIGO specially produced a current latest Intel 9th generation and AMD 3rd generation CPU and motherboard matching table. According to the order of purchase, be sure to remember that two The user must first choose the CPU, and then determine the CPU before considering the motherboard.

Intel nine-generation processor and motherboard matching table (B360, such as win7 requirements, use B365)

What does the Intel model letter suffix mean? (Common model suffix)

1. Model letters are suffixed with "K", such as i7 9700K, indicating that the CPU is not frequency-locked and can support overclocking.

2. Model letters are suffixed with "F", such as i5-9400F, indicating that the CPU does not have a built-in core graphics card and must be used with an independent graphics card.

3. Model letters are suffixed with "KF", such as i9-9900KF, which will be understood from the above, indicating that the CPU supports overclocking, but there is no built-in core graphics card.

The model letter is suffixed with "T", indicating that it is a low-power version.

4. Model letters are suffixed with "X", higher-level CPU.

5. Model letters are suffixed with "XE", one level higher, Supreme flagship.

Matching table of AMD three generation processors and motherboards

What does the AMD model letter suffix mean? (Common model suffix)

AMD does not have as many suffixes as Intel. Basically all processors support overclocking. The model suffix X only supports XFR technology. XFR stands for Adaptive Dynamic Spread Spectrum. The concept of XFR technology can be understood as a step forward than the Boost technology of graphics cards. The overclocking function, in addition to dynamic acceleration, can also provide higher frequencies beyond the acceleration limit, and the maximum frequency can be automatically adjusted according to the change of the cooling scheme. If the CPU's heat sink is better, then The higher the maximum value, there is no need for manual operation by the user. In general, the better the CPU cooler, the better the frequency of AMD Ryzen processors. Therefore, XFR technology can be understood as an automatic overclocking technology.

There is also a model suffix letter "G", which stands for APU, a CPU with a built-in core graphics card.

The specific matching needs to be based on everyone's needs and budget. I will give a few examples below.

A. For example, when we chose the i5-9600K, because it supports overclocking, the best motherboard is undoubtedly the Z390 motherboard, but considering its own needs, you can also choose the B360 motherboard. The reason is that I don't overclock. I need the high frequency of this CPU. The budget can be saved. Of course, this is feasible.

B. For example, we chose the i3-9100. The best match is the B360 motherboard, but the B360 is a bit expensive. I ca n’t use the extra expansion. Can I choose the H310? The answer is feasible, because the motherboard has minimal impact on the performance of the CPU.

C. For example, we chose the i5-9400F. The best match is the B360 motherboard. Can I choose the Z390 motherboard? Maybe some people are thinking about upgrading later, this is also feasible, but I need to remind you that there is no problem in the short term, but I have said a few You do n’t have to think about upgrading the CPU every year, because the electronic products change with each passing day, you do n’t know at all whether the next generation CPU products are compatible with your motherboard.

D. For example, we chose the Ryzen R7 3700X. The best match is the X570 motherboard, but X570 is too expensive. Can it be used with motherboards such as B450 and X470. This is also feasible. Again, the motherboard has a minimal impact on CPU performance, and The B450 can also support overclocking. For insufficient budgets, the B450 is fine.

As for the choice of motherboard brands, motherboard brands recommend the three major brands ASUS, Gigabyte and MSI. If the budget is limited, you can also consider ASRock, other brands do not need to consider! Remember, remember, remember!