Question for potential build

[Mantabase]

I was not sure where to post this....apologies if I got it wrong.

 

So, looks like I either have a PSU or MB going out on a system and I need to upgrade.  Its  been a while since I have done this - I usually recycle parts, but all of my stuff is now pretty out of date.  Last CPU I bought was likely in 2014.

 

Q1:  If I replace the MB (even with an LGA 1150 like I have), will Windows (8.1 Pro 64) then "deactivate"?  And Yes - I like 8.1 Pro - mine is metro-stripped

 

Q2:  What is the best LGA 1150 board still around (available new or NOS/NIB)?

 

Q3:  If I have to retire the CPU as well - what can I get with equal performance (i5 4670K).  I want a baseline to compare to - I am on a budget and this system still performs at a fine level for me.

 

Q4:  I want to stay intel if possible (just a preference) and this is not a good time for intel.  If I went AMD, I would need to populate an entire MB (CPU and RAM) - what would be a good combo? 

 

All the questions are important because I might use the opportunity to build two systems (one around the old CPU).

 

And thanks for excusing the dumb questions.  These days my work doesn't allow me to keep up with PC tech like it used to.

 

[Jurrunio]

5 minutes ago, Mantabase said:

 

Q1:  If I replace the MB (even with an LGA 1150 like I have), will Windows (8.1 Pro 64) then "deactivate"?  And Yes - I like 8.1 Pro - mine is metro-stripped

I'd say yes because it follows your board. You can try keep it by signing into MS account

 

7 minutes ago, Mantabase said:

Q2:  What is the best LGA 1150 board still around (available new or NOS/NIB)?

You shouldnt buy into LGA1150 unless you only need a low clocked i5 of some sort. As the best non-HEDT platform that use DDR3 widely, they are quite expensive and not really worth it after Ryzen's impact on both companies

 

8 minutes ago, Mantabase said:

Q3:  If I have to retire the CPU as well - what can I get with equal performance (i5 4670K).  I want a baseline to compare to - I am on a budget and this system still performs at a fine level for me.

Intel's direct competitor is the 8350k/9350k which has slightly higher IPC, harder to translate into Ryzen because they are good at different things.

 

9 minutes ago, Mantabase said:

Q4:  I want to stay intel if possible (just a preference) and this is not a good time for intel.  If I went AMD, I would need to populate an entire MB (CPU and RAM) - what would be a good combo? 

You'd need RAM for both, DDR3 platform just dont offer decent upgrades. For gaming tho you're looking at AMD's R5 3600 (or 3500X, if you can get them from China) because older generations of Ryzen just arent competitive in gaming.

[Vizored1]

Q1: No it won't, because windows is in the storage, not the mobo.
Q2: Right now, the only good and cheapest LGA 1550 mobo I can find is this https://www.newegg.ca/p/1HD-004K-00002?Item=9SIA93K5YX7835&nm_mc=AFC-RAN-CAN&cm_mmc=AFC-RAN-CAN&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=afc-PCPartPicker&AFFID=2558510&AFFNAME=PCPartPicker&ACRID=1&ASID=https%3a%2f%2fca.pcpartpicker.com%2fproduct%2f8vH323%2fasrock-motherboard-h81probtc&ranMID=44589&ranEAID=2558510&ranSiteID=8BacdVP0GFs-hcYAm4_OqoyiVhB_uRULNg

 

But honestly I recommend you ditch that cpu and get a Ryzen 3600 and get a B450 mobo.

 

Q3: I don't know how much you spent on the processor because pcpartpicker is only showing me $1000 for that exact processor, so if your on a $200 budget get an intel core i9 9400F for like $150 US and the mobo is like $100 extra. Also if your using DDR3. I don't know if it can run on the newer mobo.
 

Q4: You should switch to AMD for expandability in the future. Just like I keep saying, the 3600 is really good. If you have DDR3 memory you need to have DDr4 is your going for B450 because I don't think it will work. Here is my combo preference: AMD 3600 ,MATX B450 Mobo, and any DDR4 memory from 8gb to 16gb

[Vizored1]

1: Occulus Rift S is a really good choice, also know that there are other VR headsets out there, so make sure to watch a lot of reviews and brainstorm before picking one random headset. Like HTC Vibe.

 

2: I can't find out if it's fixed, but if it's not, you should consider something else maybe.

 

3: When a processor or product says "VR Ready" it means that the hardware can handle VR. It's basically saying that you can play VR on it. 

 

4: I suggest a lot of upgrades first, because VR can be a pain in the ass for computers if you don't have the right specs. First, you gotta upgrade that processor man, I suggest an Intel Core i9 9400F thats going for $150. Second I don't know if VR takes DDR3 Memory, 12gb is enough but idk if ddr3 is recommended in VR. 3rd that graphics card is ok for vr, and maybe if your ram can handle VR, then I suggest getting a 1660 SUPER which costs like $200 and its really good. 1 more thing about the processor, if you get that im pretty sure u should change your mobo to a Z390 because im pretty sure your motherboard would need a bios update if your on 4th gen. Finally I'd probably search up on youtube if your processor and graphics card can handle VR, watch a video on it or something and see the average framerate.

 

5: Tech is getting cheaper by the year, but maybe buy it when it's on sale.

 

6. Upgrade your cooler because VR is gonna use a lot of temperature, so I suggest getting a Noctua cooler, or an AIO cooler if you can.

Q1: No it won't, because windows is in the storage, not the mobo.
Q2: Right now, the only good and cheapest LGA 1550 mobo I can find is this https://www.newegg.ca/p/1HD-004K-00002?Item=9SIA93K5YX7835&nm_mc=AFC-RAN-CAN&cm_mmc=AFC-RAN-CAN&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=afc-PCPartPicker&AFFID=2558510&AFFNAME=PCPartPicker&ACRID=1&ASID=https%3a%2f%2fca.pcpartpicker.com%2fproduct%2f8vH323%2fasrock-motherboard-h81probtc&ranMID=44589&ranEAID=2558510&ranSiteID=8BacdVP0GFs-hcYAm4_OqoyiVhB_uRULNg

 

But honestly I recommend you ditch that cpu and get a Ryzen 3600 and get a B450 mobo.

 

Q3: I don't know how much you spent on the processor because pcpartpicker is only showing me $1000 for that exact processor, so if your on a $200 budget get an intel core i9 9400F for like $150 US and the mobo is like $100 extra. Also if your using