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That makes sense. So I'd go for a motherboard that works with a decent processor and get the best processor I can afford? Then add 16GB RAM if it's still within the budget, knowing that I can add another stick in a year?
When looking for a CPU, should I be overly concerned with the number of cores/threads and clock speed? Or is there a more important consideration? I see that manufacturers mention the overclock speed, too, nowadays; I'd have thought it's better to stick to its standard max speed – is that an outdated view?
Thanks for explaining. Is there a similar risk with used processors and motherboards as there is with GPUs, re: the possiblity of having been used for mining?