what kind of motherboard+CPU can I get to replace my current ASUS Z170-A + i7 6700 while Windows 10 is still viable so that I can do an in-place upgrade by the October deadline? Only major ...

You just bought a new processor, a shiny new motherboard, and a new graphics card (that probably set you back quite a bit ...

Once considered to be one of the best processors ... A strong combo of hardware for anyone seeking an upgrade to their PC soon, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and Asus TUF Gaming X870-Plus motherboard ...