[gr4vityWall]

> Has the value improved in the last year and a half?

I'd say yes, my reasoning being:

1. DDR5 got more expensive;

2. 16 cores AM4 CPUs are cheaper, partially due to the release of the 5900XT (16C/32T CPU, basically a rebranded 5950X with 100mhz lower single-core boost clock);

3. Lots of gamers selling their used AM4 kits for good prices as they migrate to the 9800X3D.