Unleashing the Power of Threadripper Pro: Building the Ultimate Test System

Unleashing the Power of Threadripper Pro: Building the Ultimate Test System

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Comparing the 12th Gen for Editing and Content Creation
3. The Need for a Threadripper Pro System
4. Building the Threadripper Pro Test System
5. The Components Used in the Test System
6. Installation and Setup Process
7. Unique Features of the ASUS WRX 80 Sage Motherboard
8. Using Carbonaut Pads for Thermal Management
9. Troubleshooting and Post Installation
10. Benchmarking the Threadripper Pro System
11. Comparison with Other Systems
12. Future Plans and Upcoming Videos

Building a Threadripper Pro Test System

In our recent video discussing the 12th Gen for editing and content creation, we Mentioned our intention to compare it with a Threadripper Pro system. Today, we embark on the journey of building this system together. However, there is a slight twist - we won't be using a case due to the size of the motherboard. But fear not, let's build this over-the-top Threadripper Pro test system for science!

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Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty of building this beastly system. Here are the ridiculous parts we have lined up for today's video:

1. ASUS WRX 80 Sage Motherboard
2. Threadripper Pro 3975WX CPU
3. Random PCIe Gen 4 M.2 Drive
4. 8 DIMM Modules for 8-Channel Memory Support
5. Noctua NH-U14S TR4 Cooler
6. MSI RTX 3090 Ti Gaming X Trio GPU
7. Open Bench Table with a Cool Master 1300 Watt Power Supply

The ASUS WRX 80 Sage motherboard is undoubtedly one of the most absurd motherboards ever created. Its massive size and unique features make it stand out from the crowd. Paired with the Threadripper Pro 3975WX CPU, which boasts 32 cores, this combination promises exceptional performance.

To ensure optimal cooling, we've chosen the Noctua NH-U14S TR4 cooler. Its reliability and ease of use make it a perfect fit for testing purposes. And let's not forget the MSI RTX 3090 Ti Gaming X Trio GPU, which will provide all the graphics power we need. Finally, we have an open bench table and a high-powered Cool Master 1300 Watt power supply to support this monstrous setup.

The installation process requires special attention, especially when it comes to the CPU and thermal management. The Threadripper Pro CPUs come with a torque wrench that must be used to tighten the sockets to spec. This ensures the CPU functions properly without any loose contacts. After carefully installing the CPU and applying a carbonaut pad instead of thermal paste, we mount the cooler and secure it tightly using the color-coded socket retention system.

Once the hardware is in place, we proceed to populate the DIMM slots with the eight identical RAM modules. It's essential to use all eight DIMMs since Threadripper Pro supports 8-channel memory configuration for maximum performance. The only challenge we face is the clearance of the older Corsair modules, which require proper positioning.

With the motherboard populated, it's time to power up the system and see if it posts. Initially, there may be some issues with display sync, as was the case with our setup. However, after troubleshooting and changing monitors, we manage to get it to post eventually. This moment of triumph assures us that all our efforts have paid off so far.

Now that the system is up and running, we decide to run the Puget Bench for Premiere Pro to gauge its performance. The results are astounding, with this Threadripper Pro system surpassing our expectations and even outperforming the 12th Gen editing PC. It's important to note that the 12th Gen CPUs may gain ground when the integrated graphics are utilized, but we'll explore that further in the next part of this series.

In conclusion, this Threadripper Pro test system proves its worth with outstanding performance, robust thermal management, and impressive benchmark results. Stay tuned for the next part of this series, where we will compare it with other systems and draw our final conclusions.