Best AMD Motherboard Choices and Buying Guide for March 2025

Opening statement: This recommendation may not be entirely fair or objective, as it’s based on the author’s personal perspective. It might differ from what others think—but if our views don’t align, you’re absolutely right!

In the last episode, we covered Intel motherboards. Now, let’s dive into AMD territory. The motherboard is often called the soul of a computer, and when it comes to AMD, this couldn’t be truer. Unlike Intel’s rapid-fire updates, AMD motherboards are known for their impressive longevity. The first Ryzen CPUs launched way back in 2017, and guess what?

The AM4 socket is still going strong after eight years! And with the new AM5 socket, AMD has already promised compatibility until at least 2027—talk about future-proofing!

[Star R] Let’s break down a few key points:
[One R] First: Stay far away from the B840!
Don’t even consider it—it’s just a rebranded A620 that has no connection to the B series, let alone the B850. Trust me, steer clear of this one.

[Two R] Second: Why didn’t I recommend the B850?
If you’ve done your research, you’ll know that the B850 is essentially an upgraded version of the B650. What’s new? Well, it adds PCIe 5.0 support for graphics cards and includes an extra M.2 slot. If these features matter to you, then the B850 could be worth considering. But here’s a little secret: the latest 50-series running on PCIe 4.0 doesn’t really compromise much in terms of performance.

[Explosion R] Final Point: Why didn’t I recommend the X870?
Actually, I did—but maybe you missed it. The X870 is essentially the same as the X670, but with the added bonuses of Wi-Fi 7 and USB 4. If those upgrades are important to you, go for the X870. Otherwise, there’s not much difference between the two.

Plus, the X870 currently comes with a hefty price tag.
Keep in mind, though, many X670 models are being phased out, so in the future, the X870 might become the only option. But hey, that’s tomorrow’s problem—what does it have to do with today?

That wraps up our look at AMD motherboards. With so many brands and models available, it’s impossible to cover everything in one video.

[Star R] To summarize, here are two key factors to consider when choosing a motherboard:
[One R] First, ensure it supports your CPU’s power requirements.
[Two R] Second, make sure it meets your expansion needs.

For AMD motherboards, I strongly suggest prioritizing products from the top three manufacturers.

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