Simple Questions - April 22, 2026
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- Is this RAM compatible with my motherboard?
- I'm thinking of getting a ≤$300 graphics card. Which one should I get?
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IngwiePhoenix@reddit
I have a rather unique motherboard - Milk-V Pioneer - here and I need a pointer regarding it's cooler.
The cooler mount has 95x95mm hole spacing. What "cooler standard" does that map to?
Thanks!
ZeroPaladn@reddit
So two things:
That cooler hole pattern isn't common amongst modern desktop systems.
Cooler mounting depth and mounting pressure expectations could also differ from standard desktop parts.
However, that doesn't mean that you can't find something: https://community.milkv.io/t/cpu-heatsink-compatibility/590 Looks like it's an older standard they copied - LGA1150. Most coolers you buy today should support that, look for LGA1150/1151/1155/115X support.
IngwiePhoenix@reddit
I found that thread too and I am confused about something.
From what I learned so far, the LGA115x has a 75x75 hole spacing - that would be too small. I actually learned that when looking at the tech specs for the Radxa Orion O6 which takes that kinda cooler - I bought a Dynatron K2 (push-pin mount) with those dimensions.
That said, I had never ventured outside of the AM4 socket before. First PC I built is the one I still use with a 3900X x) So I am probably going to be quite wrong here...
ZeroPaladn@reddit
Oh, I initially misread.
They said that they've achieved "universal compatibility with LGA 1150 coolers" when paired with their custom bracket. Don't suppose you got one of those?
pumpkinprincess415@reddit
Anyone able to advise on where to find decent prices/deals on PC parts, particularly RAM, in the UK? Prices have continued to rise month-on-month across the majority of online retailers I've been tracking.
I currently have an AM4 system with 2x16GB DDR4-3000-C15 Corsair Vengeance from 2017/18 and it's beginning to struggle in modern titles + WoW. As much as I want to upgrade the rest of my rig, I can't justify spending £350 on RAM :/
MarxistMan13@reddit
It's extremely unlikely that WoW performance will improve from >32GB of RAM. WoW is very, very single-thread limited. All you really care about is single-core CPU performance and cache.
ZeroPaladn@reddit
I mean, why do you need more RAM? 32GB is plenty for gaming and 3000c15 is snappy enough that realistic upgrades for DDR4 aren't worth looking at.
2nd the recommendation from the previous user - if your system is from 2018 and rocking a 1st or 2nd gen Ryzen chip, you can slide a newer one in with a BIOS update and get a nice bump in performance. Review covering every major AM4 8-core chip
VoraciousGorak@reddit
What CPU do you have? If your CPU is still from your original build you'll get the "new PC" feel with just a Ryzen 5700X/5800XT upgrade.
Commercial-Fly-1827@reddit
so like if a game gets an update that includes dlss 4.5 but i'm running a computer with a gpu intended for dlss 2 (an rtx 2060) will dlss perform worse in the game than before even if i'm only using super resolution and nothing else?
basically if the game performed fine with me on dlss 2 or 3 on my card will it also work well on dlss 4.5 with the same settings? if not is there a way to roll it back?
n7_trekkie@reddit
DLSS 4.5 likely will result in worse performance for you, but often times you can force DLSS 3 or 4 in the settings or in Nvidia app
Commercial-Fly-1827@reddit
how would i do that?
Embarrassed_Data4958@reddit
Rate my pc build made in april 2026. Cpu:- Ryzen 5 7500f [ running on stock cooler rn ] GPU:- Gigabyte rtx 5060 oc 8gb Ram:- crucial pro ddr5 5600mhz 16gb Motherboard:- Gigabyte B650M gaming wifi Ssd:- Crucial 1tb 5000mhz Psu:- cooler master 650 watt bronze Cabinet:- cooler master elite 681 for future upgrades
TemptedTemplar@reddit
You don't need a new cooler. The stock cooler should cool the CPU plenty.
I would just save your money and only worry about it if you upgraded to a more powerful Ryzen CPU which draws more than 65 watts.
badman12345@reddit
It's almost impossible to find Z690/Z790 boards with DDR4 slots right now, so I'm looking for the best (power delivery wise) B760m (MicroATX) DDR4 board I can find right now.
I currently have a very simple 4+1+1 board (Gigabyte B760m Gaming Plus Wifi DDR4) and it can't deliver more than about 80W-100W to my i5-12600kf. It's ok for the time being, but I'd like something with better VRM so I can at least get to 125W-150W and reliably hit my max turbo boost.
TemptedTemplar@reddit
The socket was already on its way out the door when Intel moved to their Core Ultra 2 series in late 2024. There were some newer 700 series boards released late last year due to the lower than expected adoption rate of the newer socket; but it was limited quantities.
Couple that with the AI boom initially only affecting DDR5 systems at first, so people looked to the only active DDR4 platform to save money for at least a few months.
Whats available may very well be the last offerings for the socket.
badman12345@reddit
Unfortunately the Z690/Z790 boards available on eBay are either by dubious sellers (0 rep) or overpriced, for the same reasons you mentioned (the AI boom and the increased adoption of DDR4 boards by people trying to avoid DDR5).
Honestly there are plenty of B760 DDR4 and B760m DDR4 boards on the market right now, it's just hard to comb through all of them for the best power delivery/VRM design.
Right now it looks like the Gigabyte B760m Gaming X AX DDR4 board might be my best bet (8+1+1 with 60A DrMOS), but at this point I'll probably just make do with the 4+1+1 I already have until I'm ready to upgrade to a DDR5 build.
Still, if anyone knows of a better DDR4 LGA1700 board (better than 8+1+1 w/ 60A DrMOS), let me know.
Goble4@reddit
I didn't bother switching off the PSU and accidentally hit the power button when plugging in the GPU (without the power connectors from the PSU). The lights on the GPU lit up like normal, just nothing was displayed. I then just turned off the PC, finished installing the GPU and it booted fine. This is a new build so it went straight into bios.
This won't lead to problems down the road for the motherboard or cpu right?
Aleksanterinleivos@reddit
So you just accidentally started the PC before you had the GPU power cables plugged in? Nothing happened, does not matter in any way at all.
Goble4@reddit
The GPU was being wiggled in. I think electrically it was already fully connected to the PCIe slot because the Sapphire logo lit up like normal.
Early_Appointment724@reddit
What is a good case that is simply easy to clean and cheap? I have this once case with glass panels and stuff (a pre-made from 2018) but I always struggled with cleaning it due to many areas being too hard to access, so now that I am gonna try making my own PC, I want a case that will be easy to clean, I don’t need any fancy bells or whistles, as long as it fits a 5060 I’m good for anything.
TemptedTemplar@reddit
The current trend has most cases using a big open central chamber, but may still have small cavities on the side or bottom for hiding the PSU or cables.
https://www.newegg.com/gamemax-atx-deskop-chassis-chassis-spcc-0-8-0-6mm-front-panel-full-metal-mesh-top-panel-abs-steel-side-panel-left-full-metal-mesh-right-full-metal-mesh-computer-case-black-meshbox-pro-bk/p/N82E16811445062
https://www.newegg.com/diypc-atx-tower-steel-tempered-glass-case-black-argb-dc200-bk/p/N82E16811353284
The 5060 isn't a big GPU, so you should be fine with just about any case. Though if you know the model you can find the exact length and double check before buying.
The only other thing to watch out for would be front panel connector options. As lots of cases may include USB-C, which would require motherboard support. Or they may not stick the front panel in an accessible spot for your setup, changing its placement from the top, to the middle of the front, or some even putting it on the bottom benefiting proper desk-top setups.
Early_Appointment724@reddit
Thank you very much
frenetic_alien@reddit
Was looking to get an Intel 250K Plus as an alternative to the 265K (easier to cool with very close in performance according to TechPowerUp review.
Anyway my question - is a B860 motherboard good enough for this CPU? I was thinking to get the MSI B860i for $300(cad). Paired with the 250K at $299, It's the cheapest combo. other wise I would have to spend $100 more for a Z890 motherboard which I honestly don't think I need. (don't plan on overclocking).
Is that a good pairing?
n7_trekkie@reddit
Sure that's fine!