With the new Ryzen 7000 series CPUs and related APUs like the 7040 and the recently announced 8040 , the AM5 socket was introduced. Featuring improved USB and PCIe technologies, and supporting only DDR5 RAM , if you want a Ryzen 7000 processor, you have to use the new AM5 platform. Now, which is the best or most popular? Recent reports indicate that the B650 series is the most popular.
New market statistics show that AMD's B650 motherboards are increasing in popularity among PC builders for the AM5 Ryzen platform. This information comes from the Korean research center Danawa.
The best motherboards for Ryzen 7000 according to manufacturers and the public, the B650, and especially those from Gigabyte
From December 2022 to October 2023, data was collected, covering the most popular motherboard options among consumers for Ryzen PCs. The statistics indicate that the most popular motherboards for AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors were the B650, B550 , A520 , A320 , X670 , X620, X570 , and others.
In December 2022, AMD's B550 chipset was the most dominant among consumers, thanks to its availability at a discount. AMD introduced low-cost Ryzen 5000 and Ryzen 4000 CPU options for AM4 users , which led to a surge in B550 motherboard sales. By early 2023, AMD B550 motherboards were the top choice for buyers . They were primarily driven by their low price, which appealed to users looking to upgrade without breaking the bank.
Throughout 2023, AMD introduced more AM5-based processors, including models with 3D-V Cache like the Ryzen 7 7800X3D , and even mid-range models like the Ryzen 5 7500F . Both were among the best-selling CPUs at various retailers worldwide. A shift in trends was observed, with consumers switching to newer models, primarily due to price adjustments, followed by a drop in DDR5 memory prices . Meanwhile, AMD's B650 motherboards saw increased sales, becoming the most popular choice for consumers.
Its popularity is attributed to its compatibility with PCIe Gen 5 graphics cards , allowing the use of high-end graphics cards. They also typically feature at least one NVMe Gen 5 slot, preparing users for the latest NVMe SSD models. This led to a surge in B650 sales, overtaking B550 motherboards and remaining popular until August 2023. Currently, they hold a 34,43% market share in South Korean sales . TechEpiphany presents similar statistics in its latest compilation of sales figures from Germany 's largest retailer . Of all these B650 motherboards, Gigabyte is the most popular brand, with a 50,28% market share.
