Tips for Choosing a Motherboard

 Motherboard is one of the core components of a computer. Where the function of this motherboard is to connect all the core components of the device.

Therefore, it is advisable to choose the right motherboard, especially when you want to build your own PC.

Because if you choose the wrong one, the PC that is used will be less than the maximum from several aspects.

Well, here I will discuss tips that can be followed to choose a motherboard on a PC.

Tips for Choosing the Best Motherboard for PC

The motherboard can directly or indirectly affect performance.

When the features on the motherboard do not match the components used (processor, RAM, VGA and others), this can make the performance of these components not run optimally as it should.

I made these tips to maximize it. Including the selection so that the components can be compatible without problems on the motherboard used.

1. Make sure the Socket is Appropriate

The first tip, you need to adjust the socket of the motherboard.

For example, if you buy an AMD processor with an AM4 socket, the motherboard must also be AM4. Or you buy an Intel LGA 1150 processor, then the motherboard should be the same.

If the socket does not match, the processor will not be able to be installed later. And if you are just assembling a PC, try to choose a socket whose processor is upgradable in the future.

2. Use the Chipset as Needed

In addition to the socket , you also have to pay attention to the motherboard chipset. This chipset deals with features. For example like the PCIe version, SATA slots and others.

Usually the more expensive the motherboard, the better the chipset used and the more features.

But for this, just adjust it. You can use a good chipset if you really need to. Or a mid-range chipset if it's only for daily needs.

3. Size of the Motherboard Adjust to the Casing

When you choose a motherboard, pay attention to what kind of casing will be used later.

Especially if your case is micro ATX. For example, if the motherboard is ATX, the motherboard automatically cannot be installed.

In general, there are 2 sizes of motherboards, namely ATX (30.5 x 24.4 cm) and Micro ATX (24.4 x 24.4 cm). If it's a mini ITX, it's different.

4. Pay attention to the motherboard components

It's a bit technical. You should pay attention to the components used on the selected motherboard.

Especially if the computer wants to be used for certain rather special needs. For example for overlock .

Examples such as looking at expansion slots , SATA ports , Maximum memory supported , types of VRM ( Voltage Regulator Module ) and other components.

5. Look for the Official Guarantee

When choosing a motherboard, make sure it has an official warranty. So that if it breaks at any time, it's easy to fix.

In addition, also pay attention to the warranty period. Generally, the motherboard warranty period starts from 1 year to 5 years.

The longer of course the better. Also check the type of warranty, whether it's a replacement or just a service.

6. Customize Port Support To Your Needs

The ports in question are USB, audio, HDMI, LAN and others. This all must be adjusted to the needs.

For example, you need how many USB ports , you need USB 3.0 or not. Although it looks trivial, for daily needs it will help later.

7. Adjust To The Budget

Finally, you just need to adjust the budget for the selected motherboard.

For the price of the motherboard, generally starting from 500 thousand to over 5 million rupiah. The difference is in the features, completeness of the slots and others.

If the budget is large, of course choosing an expensive motherboard can be considered.

The final word

Choosing the right motherboard, can help to make the use and overall performance of the PC optimal.

Hopefully the tips above can help you, maybe you want to assemble a PC with optimal performance.

If you have specific questions, please just post them in the comments.

Hope it is useful.