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Benchmarking an MSI Build with "Cheaper" Memory, a 4070ti and the i7 Ultra 270k Plus

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Intel Xeon 6 658X for Workstations Launching Now.. but how's it stacking up?

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Tired of Waiting for the Steam Machine? Build One Yourself!

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Building a Somewhat More Affordable AM5 Server in the Silverstone RM32 3U Case!

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A threadripper build??! in this economy??

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Building a PC to help with the Existential Dread (w/ PZ MSI Mobo and Fractal North XL Momentum Case)

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Ultimate Proxmox Guide: Set Up a Production Cluster ft. OpenMetal.io Dedicated Servers!

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Fractal Pop 2 Air Quick Build

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WRX90 Madness! Building a Fire Breathing Threadripper Pro System!

Posted by wendell on

We recently built a sensible TRX50 system, but what's the fun in that when you can throw caution to the wind and build something truly crazy?

Check out the forum thread here: https://forum.level1techs.com/t/the-ultimate-guide-to-building-a-thread…

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DIY vs Prebuilt - Testing the MSI DP400

Posted by wendell on

Wendell asked to borrow this thing for some testing, so he decided to make a video about it too. Prebuilds aren't just for gamers! Lets take a look at this high end build and see what it's made of!

Currently not available, but soon™
https://us.msi.com/Business-Productivity-PC/Pro-DP400-AI/shopnow

0:00 Intro
0:29 Unboxing and Overview Breakdown
4:56 Testing Setup
5:56 Testing Results
6:08 HardwareInfo64
7:56 First Set of Benchmarks
9:05 Thermal Limit
9:23 Expansion
9:45 Two GPUs?
10:50 CPUs
11:34 Second Set of Benchmarks
15:40 AI
17:47 Conclusions

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What is the Least Expensive Threadripper Build Without Losing too much Performance?

Posted by wendell on

Wanna build this yourself? Check out the stuff here:

Motherboard: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPW1F841/level1techs-20

For the CPU, buying a used one might be the better option. But there isn't always a used, good, cheap one. If that's the case, might as well buy new.
New 7970x: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CK2W3WFP/level1techs-20
Used 7970x: https://ebay.us/SWKukv

GPU: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTT4H4QJ/level1techs-20

Memory: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQJH1K4C/level1techs-20

Case: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS3TNXBW/level1techs-20

Power Supply: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMQ48XKK/level1techs-20

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Strix Halo Mini PC vs DIY Build -- Does it make sense for Gaming? For AI? What for?

Posted by wendell on

Strix Halo is great, but is it the best you can do for gaming and other workloads at its price point? Wendell investigates!

https://forum.level1techs.com/t/so-strix-halo-is-cool-huh-should-i-buy-…

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256 GB on AM5: E-Z Mode!

Posted by wendell on

Yes, it's possible! Here is everything you need to consider when building.

0:00 Intro
0:38 Case
1:37 Motherboard and DIMMs
7:20 Fans and Configurations and Cooling
9:58 GPUs
12:20 PSUs
13:39 Storage
20:40 Special Shout Out
22:14 Putting the Build to Work
23:22 Conclusion

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Minisforum MS S1 Max AI Review, Benchmarks, and Comfy UI Setup Guide

Posted by wendell on

It's time for another small form factor pc! This time as a small form factor server? Check it out!!

Forum Guide here: https://forum.level1techs.com/t/minisforum-ms-s1-max-comfy-ui-guide/237…

0:00 Intro
1:47 Overview and Strix
4:01 Tear Down
5:46 Bios Tour
7:56 Thunderbolt 5 and Chroma Dock
9:11 Benchmarks
16:13 What Can We Get Away With?
17:37 Rack Server?
19:41 Comfy How To
30:07 Linux and AI?
31:10 Conclusion

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More Strix Halo MADNESS With The GMKtec EVO-X2 Mini PC!

Posted by wendell on

Wendell continues our Strix Halo journey with the GMKtec EVO-X2. How does it stack up to other Strix Halo offerings like the Framework Desktop? Check it out!

Check it out here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F53MLYQ6/?tag=level1techs-20

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Showcasing the New MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2mg on the Server Crash Cart!

Posted by wendell on

AI is in everything now, and small businesses can utilize it with this Mini PC from MSI.
Want one? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHB1RJZC/level1techs-20

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Supermicro's H14SSL-N Motherboard Review and Build

Posted by wendell on

Home Servers need a good motherboard, so why not check out this H14SSL-N Motherboard from Supermicro!

Check it out here: https://www.supermicro.com/en/products/motherboard/h14ssl-n

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The Threadripper 9995WX Build – The Most Overkill PC We’ve Ever Touched. Stupid Fast, Stupid Fun!

Posted by wendell on

We got our hands on a threadripper pro 9995 WX thanks to AMD and Falcon Northwest! Join Wendell as he showcases it to you in all its glory!

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