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  1. sidestrider

    Question System instability: Random errors proportional to CPU use - New AM5 build

    Hello, everyone Recently I made my first build, an AM5. Now I think I didn't commit any rookie mistake: RAM is installed according to manual, stock BIOS settings, no overclocks and up-to-date BIOS. POSTs and installs the OS / runs fine for the most part. Specs below: CPU AMD Ryzen 9 7900X...
  2. Zphere

    Question Motherboard keeps showing code A6?

    Hi everyone, I recently built a new computer and have been running into an intermittent issue related to my RAM (I think). After I got windows installed and got everything updated (BIOS, chipset, etc.) I restarted my system and configured EXPO. I enabled it and left the profile to auto, which...
  3. E

    Question Plz help me to find a cheaper AM5 Mobo with pcie5 for gpu.

    Hi, someone please help me to find an AM5 socket mobo which has pcie5 x16 for gpu and cost around 150-170$. also can someone plz tell how intel mobos with pcie5 is way cheaper than amd?
  4. E

    Question can cooler master cpu cooler-Hyper 212X support LGA 1700 and AM5 socket CPUs?

    Hi, can cooler master cpu cooler-Hyper 212X support LGA 1700 ( only i5) and AM5 socket (only ryzen 5) CPUs?
  5. castoremmi

    Build Advice What would you change about this build for Gaming 1080p/60-165Hz ?

    Hi guys, after several days of research I intended to buy this build. How could I improve it? Main use 1080p/60-165Hz gaming. https://it.pcpartpicker.com/list/JmYK34 I have doubts about the ram, case and power supply. For the ram does it make sense to spend more to get cl32 or cl30 latency? On...
  6. J

    Discussion AM5 B650 experinces, share yours!

    I am currently planning to go AM5 and 7600x, budget pushes me to B650 and i kinda wanted ask your experiences on the matter if you have meddled with said boards. Mainly im concerned about stability and other issues, according to google id say aorus elite ax probably geta highest praises, but for...
  7. A_Goat

    Question Newer build freezing, and other issues ?

    I've tried reinstalling windows and usual things like sfc /scannow but the issues persisted. Any guesses on where I should start next? I assumed it was RAM so I tried downclocking, but no change there either. Unfortunately I don't have any other DDR5 memory to test with PC will randomly freeze...
  8. amalts01

    [SOLVED] Which motherboard is best for Ryzen 5 7600x ?

    Hi, After a lot of searching online for weeks. I have shortlisted some of the motherboards to pair with my Ryzen 5 7600x. Please help me choose the right one Asrock B650E PG Riptide Wifi Gigabyte b650 Gaming X AX Asus Tuf Gaming B650 Plus Wifi MSI MAG b650 Tomahawk wifi MSI Pro B650P wifi...
  9. sverker

    Question Corsair CMK32GX5M2B5600C36 5600 MHZ 2x 16gb am5 fails individually but passes together ?

    Hello! I build a new computer yesterday with: ryzen 7600xasus bf650 plus corsairs ddr5 5600mhz 2x 16 gb sticks Asus prime b650-plus fractal design v650 asus radeon rx 6700 xt kingston fury nmv2 1 tb first thing was that the computer didn't give me any image when I had both ram on the...
  10. T

    Question 7800x3d, rtx4070 build. Will not boot.

    My components: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/k7dqsh Quick list: 7800x3d NZXT N7 B650E ATX (AM5) RTX4070 (founders) Corsair Dominator Platinum DDR5, 6000, CL30, 2x16GB Corsair HX850 PSU Various NVME + SSD drives Corsair H100i LCD CPU Cooler Hi Guys, please help! Built the above PC, all...
  11. P

    Question PC Upgrade with RX 6800xt

    Hi guys! I am going to update my current build which I've been using for 1440p high settings gaming since it is no longer feasible with newer games. What I have + want to replace: CPU: intel i7-9700k 3.6ghz GPU: geforce rtx 2070 super 8gb Mobo: Gigabyte Z390D mobo (doesn't need to have wifi, I...
  12. skaloyan

    Question DDR5 RAM speeds reset after a Windows update ?

    Hello, I can't seem to find anyone with a similar problem as mine through Google. I recently upgraded to a 7800X3D from a 3600 and bought a MAG B650 Tomohawk Wifi motherboard. I did not do a clean install of Windows because I heard that you only need to do that if you're going from one x3d CPU...
  13. rf_fuzed

    Question New Am5 system. Fans spinning no display

    Parts: -ryzen 7600 -gigabyte b650i aorus -G.skill s5 6000 32gb -Asus rtx 4070 oc 12gb -Coolermaster 650w sfx -2tb m.2 I assembled these brand new parts to all the lights and fans working, but no display on monitor. What Ive tried is replugging all cables, double checking all pins...
  14. I

    Question Which motherboard should I choose for am5

    Hi Everyone I'm about to upgrade my i5 11400f for a ryzen and 7700 which is on sale for only $170. But now I'm looking for what motherboard should I buy, it's been a long time since I've seen anything about pc hardware so I'm quite outdated, so, as in the old days I turn to the wise men of...
  15. rwayne

    Question Does the AMD 7000 series have slow boot times?

    I have been seeing videos stating that the boot times for the AMD 7000 series / AM5 platform is very slow. Like 45 seconds or more. From what I understand this is from the AM5 board trying to gauge the speed of the DDR5 ram. Was this just an issue early adopters had which got eventually...
  16. Sparatacus713

    Info 7800x3D

    I noticed on your CPU page that you have the 7800x3D listed as an AM4 CPU. It's actually on the AM5 platform. Might wanna correct that before some poor sap sees it and gets the wrong CPU.
  17. Ai1dan

    Question My PC wont post, has a whine, and the DRAM light is on

    I was up for hours last night and I have no idea what to do. When I had first turned on the PC it had an odd smell and was making a whine so I turned it off pretty quickly just out of anxiety and looked around the pc. The smell was like a plastic / chemicall-y smell. Later on I took the PC to my...
  18. W

    Question Go AM5 or stay on AM4 with a newer GPU ?

    I am a graphic designer who frequently works with Photoshop and Illustrator. Sometimes I also edit videos with Premiere or simple applications like Movavi. I intend to make my computer last in quality until at least 2027. I am seeking recommendations for upgrades. Alright everyone, I currently...
  19. A

    Question Asus B650E-E cannot go to sleep with EXPO RAM

    PC won't wake from sleep when enabling EXPO. It can go to sleep successfully but can never wake from it and require full restart. I am using Corsair Vengeance 2x32GB 6000MHz Ram. I can stomach the long post times but not being able to sleep the PC is a deal breaker and I also don't want to run...
  20. crisluni88

    [SOLVED] Windows boot time when overclocking DDR5 RAM on AM5

    Hi! I have just updated my pc to AM5: Ryzen 5 7600 X Asus Tuf Gaming B650-plus MSI MSG A850G PCI Express 5.0 RTX 4090 FE graphics card Samsung 970 EVO M.2 32 Gb RAM DDR5 First I used this RAM: Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 32GB (2x16GB) 5200MT/s DDR5 CL36. When setting the frequency to 5200 MHz...
  21. B

    Question New AM5 build. no post; only quick flash. Any ideas?

    I'm attempting to bench test my new am5 build. gigabyte aorus b650 elite ax AMD 7600x (with deepcool ak500 cooler) 2x16 gskill trident z5 in A2 and B2 corsair cx750m gigabyte eagle rx6650xt crucial p5plus 1000gb Ive tried with and without the SSD installed, ive checked and rechecked the cables...
  22. D

    Question new am5 build gpu issue

    Hello all, So i've recently decide to take the leap and build a new AM5 PC and i ran into a very confusing problem and have been troubleshooting for days to any avail. The problem is that whenever i put my GPU(gtx 1080) in the first pciex16 slot it simpy doesnt work well or not at all...
  23. PrinceOfDarkness00

    Question ASROCK B650 PG Lightning vs ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS for entry level AM5?

    So whats the feeling between these two? CPU : Ryzen 7600X & CM ML240L V2 Ideally would be looking for one to last me a while. Don't feel like I'd be changing the CPU any time soon but having the option to upgrade to something like a 7900X/7950X perhaps, but for the GPU might as well get a...
  24. C

    Question MSI X670-P PRO WiFi ATX Motherboard takes 35 seconds to boot up. EZ Debug lights stay on for 25 seconds.

    Hello, I'm experiencing similar problems to this post: View: https://www.reddit.com/r/MSI_Gaming/comments/yl6bki/new_msi_pro_x670p_wifi_build_slow_to_boot/ On the motherboard, both the CPU(red) and DRam(yellow) light lights up for 25- 30 seconds, then the lights turns off and runs...
  25. D

    Question New build boot failure diagnosis... X670/AM5/DDR5

    Hello! I'm a long-time hobby computer builder, but rarely have had issues driving me to seek out advice, so I'm new to Tom's Hardware... My church's production computer has been having increasingly more and more issues, so we bit the bullet last week and decided to have me build a new one...
  26. R

    Question Can't boot with two sticks of RAM

    I have an Asus ROG Strix B350-F Gaming that i recently bought a 5700x to update my Performance on the cheap. I upgraded to 6042 that supports 5000 series and now i can only boot with one stick of Memory on the Board. It won't boot at all with two sticks in. Things I've tried Tried another CPU...
  27. R

    Question Ryzen 5700x won't boot on B350

    I recently just got a Ryzen 7 5700x on sale. I have an Asus B350 Motherboard ROG STRIX B350-F. It says it's compatible with a BIOS update (6042 i think is the recent version?) which i did and i then installed the new CPU. It turns on and stays on but I get no post sound and no display. Was i...
  28. Potato825

    [SOLVED] Is the Corsair H100i RGB PLATINUM SE compatible with am5?

    I have a brand new Corsair H100i RGB PLATINUM SE just laying around and I know a lot of am4 coolers are compatible with am5 boards but only if they don't use a custom backplate but I don't know if this cooler does uses one for the amd installaiton. I do know that a custom backplate is used for...
  29. G

    Question AMD EXPO with unsupported 6000MHZ RAM kit?

    Hi there, I've got 2x16GB of 6000mhz DDR5 RAM (Kingston Fury Renegade RGB), and it says on their webpage that these RAMs don't support AMD EXPO. I just ordered by AM5 7600x CPU so I'm kinda starting to worry that I won't be able to run those RAMs @6000 mhz. Is that the case? Will those kits...
  30. B

    Question Help me decide between AM4 or AM5?

    Hi, Budget: 2000 euros. Tasks Gaming 1440p 70% of the time Video Editing 5% of the time Game Development (Unity 3D, Unreal Engine) 20% of the time Blender / Photoshop 5% of the time I was wondering if it was worth building an AM4 system or an AM5 with my current budget and needs. Obviously I...
  31. R

    Question ASRock x670e + Ryzen 7 7700x + Corsair Vengeance DDR5 5600 not posting

    Hi all, I have just built a new system having as core components the items listed on the title: motherboard ASRock x670e , CPU Ryzen 7 7700X, and DRAM Corsair Vengeance 32GB 5600. The MB is not posting, the post status check lights up red for CPU and GPU. I have already tried updating the BIOS...
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    Question Cooling an i7-7700k Non-overclocked build

    Hello All, Sorry for the long post. But I really need help. I have an editing PC with i7 7700k processor. I have not overclocked the processor. It has a Corsair 120mm AIO liquid cooler installed. I built this PC for video editing in April 2017 (more than five years ago as of asking this...