MSI Intros 970A-G43 Plus Socket AM3+ Motherboard

RejZoR · Jan 23, 2016

Batou1986 said:
Buying an AM3+ platform in 2016

Not everyone target top end. For some, cost/efficiency matters more. And for that AMD is still an excellent option. Also, why Intel released Z170 which is mostly inferior to an ancient X99 ? Just because again, not everyone target top end. Z170 is more cost/efficient for most casual users. That's why.

R-T-B · Jan 23, 2016

I feel like this should be installed only in a computer build you are building for a sworn enemy.

MxPhenom 216 · Jan 23, 2016

-The_Mask- said:
At last, one person that actually gets it.

Others should know that there are a lot of different manufacturers and types of mosfets, and the max current also depends on the way the VRM is implemented.

Over and out.

But at least buildzoid is able to demonstrate some sort of knowledge on power delivery, current, and mosfets.

You = "I know I'm right but unable to prove it"

Keullo-e · Jan 23, 2016

RejZoR said:
Not everyone target top end. For some, cost/efficiency matters more.

Even my H81 & G3258 kicks the shit out of those AMD warmers in most use, and yes, my setup is cost-effective.

Thefumigator · Jan 24, 2016

9700 Pro said:
Even my H81 & G3258 kicks the shit out of those AMD warmers in most use, and yes, my setup is cost-effective.

you are comparing a 2014 processor with those "AMD warmers" that include FX8320 and FX8350 from year 2012 which from a performance point of view are still valuable, specially if you find where they shine.

My point is, if you get a good cost effective setup go for it. I did exactly that in 2012 and what I got is an FX8320.

Jism · Jan 24, 2016

You still can assemble a good and quality AMD rig based on AM3. It's not like your missing the boat on something here. AMD Cpu's can handle all games, programs, encoding and all the other things you need todo, just a little slower and for a lower price.

4+1 VRM design does'nt tell anyone here wether it's bad or good. Low quality motherboards dont need 8 / 12 VRM phase design. You dont need a large VRM design either if the goal is just to assemble a usable computer without overclocking and stuff. As long as it works on basic stuff it's alright.

AM3 still oc's better then any intel counterpart. Add some DDR3/1600 memory, a fast SSD, a good graphics card and your good to go. You still have money in the pocket by not going for intel and able to buy something extra such as a headset, gaming mouse and what else.

I still run on a classic Thuban X6 on 4GHz. It whoops X8 Vishera's ass on IPC. It does run all games i want and it suits me for my 60 hours weekly working.

dj-electric · Jan 24, 2016

I gotta give bta credit as an editor, who knows what to put on the news feed to cash in on dozens of comments.

Nobody should really care about a new-ish motherboard for a dying socket, its all about the pure fact that this thing made it to a new PR post.

CAPSLOCKSTUCK · Jan 24, 2016

I love the way everyone hates on AM3 +

it makes the parts really really cheap secondhand.

Use them within the OBVIOUS limitations and enjoy a nice cheap PC.

My recent example.

Giga 880----------£ 23.00
Athlon ii x4 640-- £ 20.00
HD 6970 ---------£ 50.00

and that includes delivery.

I have Intel and AMD builds at the moment, both are excellent thankyou very much.

PP Mguire · Jan 24, 2016

I'm currently running a 940BE, kill me now haha.

FreedomEclipse · Jan 24, 2016

When i first saw pictures of this motherboard, I couldnt help but start singing....

Keullo-e · Jan 25, 2016

Thefumigator said:
you are comparing a 2014 processor with those "AMD warmers" that include FX8320 and FX8350 from year 2012 which from a performance point of view are still valuable, specially if you find where they shine.

My point is, if you get a good cost effective setup go for it. I did exactly that in 2012 and what I got is an FX8320.

Yeah, but the same Vishera silicon is still sold as their "flagship" CPUs.

bencrutz · Jan 25, 2016

9700 Pro said:
Yeah, but the same Vishera silicon is still sold as their "flagship" CPUs.

absolutely, and at a "flagship" price too :roll:

Aquinus · Jan 25, 2016

PP Mguire said:
I'm currently running a 940BE, kill me now haha.

That is what I upgraded from 4 years ago to my 3820. Don't you just love DDR2?

PP Mguire · Jan 25, 2016

Aquinus said:
That is what I upgraded from 4 years ago to my 3820. Don't you just love DDR2?

It's actually running 100% fine. I played 5 hours of Phantom Pain last night maxed out @ 4k with no issues. My only complaint so far is the bios will see my M.2 but won't boot to it. Hard to believe I've had this thing 7 years though and it still runs like a champ.

firecrow797 · Mar 13, 2016

well i just picked up a new one earlier today for 70usd. i wish i had researched it a bit before hand but owell. Im replacing my 870-g45 which is on the 770 chipset and i plan on using my old phenom II for now

eidairaman1 · Mar 13, 2016

not moving, waiting on Zen.

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MSI Intros 970A-G43 Plus Socket AM3+ Motherboard

RejZoR

R-T-B

MxPhenom 216

ASIC Engineer

Keullo-e

S.T.A.R.S.

Thefumigator

Jism

dj-electric

CAPSLOCKSTUCK

Spaced Out Lunar Tick

PP Mguire

FreedomEclipse

~Technological Technocrat~

Keullo-e

S.T.A.R.S.

bencrutz

Aquinus

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PP Mguire

firecrow797

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