MotherboardsPCBest X399 sTR4 Motherboards For Threadripper 2 TR2990WX TR2970WX September 15, 20186211 views0Share By IG ShareBefore finding out the best motherboards for Threadripper 2 from AMD, let us understand the platform first. Even though the new processors are pin compatible with the previous x399 sTR4 platform, AMD’s new and updated 12nm Zeppelin die, as well as including a few further optimizations into the system including better high-end boost and faster cache speeds.Note: If you buy something from our links, we might earn a commission. See our disclosure statement.Related: Best Threadripper Gen 1 MotherboardsInside the previous generation Threadripper CPUs however, there are 4 pieces of silicon in which two were active and two inactive. For the second generation of Threadripper, or Threadripper 2 a.k.a. The Threadripper 2000-series, AMD is going to utilize this inactive die into active ones, and this will substantially increase the core count for the HEDT high-end desktop and workstation users.Here is a quick glimpse of the x399 platform:AMD is back with a bang in the market with the release of the first entry in their 2nd gen ThreadRipper processors. Fortunately, these processors utilize the same x399 chipset as the first gen TR processors did. Thus, you will not require getting a full rig upgrade. However, in this post, we are discussing some of the top x399 motherboards, that is designed to utilize the full power of these 2nd gen Threadripper motherboards. But before we jump on the list, let’s have a look at some great features offered by x399 platform:Powers 1st and 2nd gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper ProcessorsScalable processors for both gamers and creatorsUnlock potential with multi-GPU and NVMe arraysQuad Channel DDR4 Memory66 PCIe Gen 3.0 Lanes, 8 PCIe Gen 2.0 LanesAMD CrossFire and SLI technologyOverclocking supportAMD Stored MI storage acceleration technology includedIn this article, we are going to talk about the best motherboards for TR2970WX & TR2990WXas shown below:AMD TR2970WXCores – 24Threads – 48Base Clock 3.0GHzTurbo – 4.2GHzCost – –AMD TR2990WXCores -32Threads – 64Base Clock 3.0GHzTurbo – 4.2GHzCost – –Also Read: Understand The Differences between X299 vs X399Table of Contents Best Motherboards For Threadripper 2 – Our Recommendations1. ASUS ROG ZENITH EXTREME X399:2. Gigabyte X399 AORUS Gaming 7 – 1.0:3. MSI MEG X399 CREATION:4. ASRock Fatal1ty X399 Professional Gaming:5. MSI X399 GAMING PRO CARBON AC:Conclusion:Best Motherboards For Threadripper 2 – Our RecommendationsNow, let’s move towards the list of top 5 motherboards for 2nd gen AMD Threadripper processors. We have covered all the technical specifications and details so that you can understand these motherboards completely. So without further delay, here we begin:1. ASUS ROG ZENITH EXTREME X399:Check on Amazon Check on NeweggGENERALChipset TypeAMD X399Compatible ProcessorsRyzen Thread RipperMax Processors QtySocket TR4Encryption Algorithm1ManufacturerAsusEXPANSION / CONNECTIVITYExpansion Slots1 x CPU8 x DIMM 288-pin4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16, x16/x16, x16/x8/x16, x16/x8/x16/x8 modes)1 x PCIe 2.0 x11 x PCIe 2.0 x4Storage InterfacesSATA-600 -connectors: 6 x 7pin Serial ATA – RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 3 x M.2PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x U.2Internal Interfaces:2 x USB 2.0 – header4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 – header1 x audio – header1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 – headerPower Connectors24-pin main power connector2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectorsMISCELLANEOUSProduct TypemotherboardIncluded Accessories3 thermistor cables3 x M.2 screwsROG coastersROG fan stickersfan extension cardASUS 2T2R Wi-Fi moving antennasASUS WiGig 802.11ad moving antennaDIMM.2 extension cardRGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cableROG AREION 10GROG DIMM.2 Fan Stand PackROG VGA holderROG cable labelsNETWORKINGData Link Protocol10 Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 4.1IEEE 802.11nEthernetFast EthernetGigabit EthernetIEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11acIEEE 802.11ad (WiGig)IEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gNetwork10 Gigabit Ethernet802.11a/b/g/n/acBluetoothGigabit EthernetWiGigAUDIO OUTPUTCompliant StandardsHigh Definition AudioTypesound cardAudio CodecSupremeFX (S1220)AudioHigh Definition Audio (8-channel)SUPPORTED RAMBus Clock2400 MHz2133 MHz2666 MHz2800 MHz (O.C.)3200 MHz (O.C.)3600 MHz (O.C.)Registered or BufferedUnbufferedFeaturesQuad channel memory architectureTechnologyDDR4Max Size128 GBSupported RAM Integrity CheckNon-ECC, ECCCABLE DETAILSTypeSLI bridge, Serial ATA cableIncluded Qty1, 3DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTWidth12 inDepth10.9 inSOFTWARESoftware IncludedASUS AI Suite IIIASUS EZ Flash 3ASUS ROG RAMCache IIASUS Turbo AppOverwolfROG CPU-ZROG CloneDriveROG GameFirst IVdrivers & utilitiesSTORAGE INTERFACESInterfacePCIe 3.0, Serial ATA-600, Serial ATA-600 / PCIe 3.0Connector(s)1 x U.2, 3 x M.2, 6 x 7pin Serial ATARAID (Level)RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10INTERNAL INTERFACESTypeUSB 2.0, USB 3.1 Gen 1, audioConnector TypeheaderQty1, 2, 42. Gigabyte X399 AORUS Gaming 7 – 1.0:Check on Amazon Check on NeweggGeneralChipset TypeAMD X399Compatible ProcessorsRyzen ThreadRipperProcessor SocketSocket TR4Max Processors Qty1ManufacturerGigabyte Technology Co. Ltd.EXPANSION / CONNECTIVITYExpansion Slots1 x CPU 8 x DIMM 288-pin 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode), 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode) 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode)Storage InterfacesSATA-600 -connectors: 8 x 7pin Serial ATA – RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 3 x M.2Internal Interfaces4 x USB 2.0 – header 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 – header 1 x audio – header 1 x USB-C Gen2 – header 1 x SPDIF out – headerPower Connectors4-pin ATX12V connector24-pin main power connector8-pin ATX12V connectorINTERFACE PROVIDEDQty1, 8TypeLAN (Gigabit Ethernet)PS/2 keyboard/mouseMicrophoneTOSLINKUSB 3.1 Gen 1USB-C Gen2audio line-inaudio line-outaudio line-out (center/subwoofer)audio line-out (rear)Connector Typemini-jackNETWORKINGData Link ProtocolBluetooth 2.1 EDRBluetooth 3.0IEEE 802.11acIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nBluetooth 4.0Bluetooth 4.0 LEBluetooth 4.1Bluetooth 4.2EthernetFast EthernetGigabit EthernetIEEE 802.11aNetwork802.11a/b/g/n/acBluetoothGigabit EthernetAUDIO OUTPUTCompliant StandardsHigh Definition AudioSound BlasterX 720°Typesound cardAudio CodecRealtek ALC1220AudioHigh Definition Audio (8-channel)SUPPORTED RAMBus Clock2400 MHz2133 MHz2667 MHzRegistered or BufferedUnbufferedFeaturesIntel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP)quad channel memory architectureTechnologyDDR4Max Size128 GBSupported RAM Integrity CheckNon-ECC, ECCDIMENSIONS & WEIGHTWidth12 inDepth9.6 inSOFTWARESoftware IncludedSoftware Included @BIOSCloud StationGIGABYTE V-TunerNorton Internet SecuritySmart TimeLockXpress InstallEasyTuneGIGABYTE 3D OSDGIGABYTE App CenterGIGABYTE Fast BootGIGABYTE Smart BackupGIGABYTE Smart HUDGIGABYTE Smart KeyboardGIGABYTE USB BlockerFEATURESBIOS TypeAMIBIOS FeaturesWfM 2.0 support, UEFI BIOS, SMBIOS 2.7 support, DMI 2.7 support, ACPI 5.0 support, Dual BIOSHardware Features:Q-Flash, AutoGreen, NVIDIA 3-way SLI Technology Support, Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) support, NVIDIA Quad SLI Technology Support, NVIDIA 2-way SLI Technology Support, On/Off Charge, Ultra Durable, NVIDIA 4-way SLI Technology Support, AMD CrossFireX technology support, AMD Quad CrossFireX technology support, AMD 3-way CrossFireX technology support, AMD 4-way CrossFireX technology support, All IR digital power design, Black Solid Capacitors, Clear CMOS Button, Q-Flash Plus, IR PowIRstage ICs, Game Boost, GIGABYTE Double Locking Bracket, Ultra Durable Memory Armor, Anti-Sulfur Design, GIGABYTE USB DAC-UP 2, GIGABYTE Smart Fan 5, RGB FUSION, Ultra Durable PCIe Armor, RGBW/-UV LED strips to support, M.2 Thermal GuardHardware MonitoringCPU core temperature, chassis temperature, CPU fan tachometer, chassis fan tachometer, system voltage, CPU overheating protection, CPU core voltage, water cooling flow rate3. MSI MEG X399 CREATION:Check on Amazon Check on NeweggGeneralChipset TypeAMD X399Compatible ProcessorsRyzen ThreadRipperProcessor SocketSocket TR4Max Processors Qty1ManufacturerMSI Computer Corp.EXPANSION / CONNECTIVITYExpansion Slots1 x CPU 8 x DIMM 288-pin 4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1Storage InterfacesSATA-600 -connectors: 8 x 7pin Serial ATA – RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 3 x M.2Interfaces1 x USB-C Gen1 9 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 1 x audio line-in – mini-jack 1 x audio line-out – mini-jack 1 x microphone – mini-jack 1 x TOSLINK 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) – mini-jack, 1 x audio line-out (rear) – mini-jackInternal Interfaces4 x USB 2.0 – header, 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 – header 1 x USB-C Gen2 – headerPower Connectors4-pin ATX12V connector, 24-pin main power connector, 2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectorsINTERFACE PROVIDEDQty1, 9TypeTOSLINK, USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB-C Gen1audio line-inaudio line-outaudio line-out (center/subwoofer)audio line-out (rear)microphoneConnector Typemini-jackNETWORKINGData Link ProtocolBluetooth 5.0EthernetFast EthernetGigabit EthernetIEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11acIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.11nNetwork2 x Gigabit Ethernet802.11a/b/g/n/acBluetoothAUDIO OUTPUTCompliant StandardsHigh Definition AudioTypesound cardAudio CodecRealtek ALC1220AudioHigh Definition Audio (8-channel)SUPPORTED RAMBus Clock2400 MHz2133 MHz2800 MHz (O.C.)2933 MHz (O.C.)2667 MHz (O.C.)3200 MHz (O.C.)3333 MHz (O.C.)3466 MHz (O.C.)3600 MHz (O.C.)3066 MHz (O.C.)FeaturesQuad channel memory architectureTechnologyDDR4Max Size128 GBEXPANSION SLOTSTotal Qty1, 4, 8TypeCPU, DIMM 288-pin, PCIe 2.0 x1, PCIe 3.0 x16DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTWidth12 inDepth10.7 inSOFTWARESoftware IncludedMSI Command CenterMSI Live UpdateMSI X-BOOST, RAMdiskFEATURESBIOS FeaturesBIOS FlashBack+Hardware FeaturesNVIDIA 3-way SLI Technology SupportAMD 3-way CrossFire X technology supportClear CMOS ButtonTurbo M.2,Mystic LightMSI Steel ArmorLAN ProtectMSI Audio Boost 4M.2 Shield FROZRNahimic 3 Sound TechnologyMSI Core BoostAMD StoreMI technology19 Phase Digital Power Design4. ASRock Fatal1ty X399 Professional Gaming:Check on Amazon Check on NeweggModelBrandASRockSeriesFatal1tyModelX399 Professional GamingSupported CPUCPU Socket TypesTR4CPU TypeRyzen Threadripper SeriesChipsetsChipsetAMD X399MemoryNumber of Memory Slots8×288pinMemory StandardDDR4 3600+(OC)3200(OC)2933(OC)266724002133Maximum Memory Supported128GB Due to an operating system limitation, the actual memory size could be less than 4-GB for the reservation for system usage under legacy Windows 32-bit OS. For Windows 64-bit OS with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation.Channel SupportedQuad ChannelExpansion SlotsPCI Express 3.0 x16 –4 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots, (PCIE1/PCIE2/PCIE4/PCIE5: single at x16 (PCIE1); dual at x16 (PCIE1) / x16 (PCIE4); triple at x16 (PCIE1) / x8 (PCIE2) / x16 (PCIE4), quad at x16 (PCIE1) / x8 (PCIE2) / x16 (PCIE4) / x8 (PCIE5))PCI Express x11 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 SlotOther Slots:1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled Wi-Fi 802.11 ac module (on the rear I/O), 15µ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1 and PCIE4)Storage DevicesSATA 6Gb/s8 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s Connectors,Support RAIDNCQ, AHCI and Hot PlugM.22 x Ultra M.2 Sockets – (M2_1 and M2_2),support M Key type – 2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0Gb/s module & M.2 PCI Express, module up to Gen3 x4 (32Gb/s) 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket – (M2_3)supports M Key type – 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0Gb/s moduleM.2 PCI-Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32Gb/s) Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks Supports ASRock U.2 Kit 1 x U.2 ConnectorSATA RAID0/1/10Onboard AudioAudio ChipsetRealtek ALC1220Audio Channels7.1 ChannelsOnboard LANLAN ChipsetAQUATIC AQC107Second LAN Chipset2 x Intel I211ATMax LAN Speed10Gbps + Dual 10/100/1000MbpsWireless LAN:Intel 802.11-ac Wi-Fi Module (Free Bundle) Supports IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz)Supports high-speed wireless connections up to 433 MbpsBluetooth:Supports Bluetooth 4.2 / 3.0 + High-speed class IIRear Panel Ports:PS/2:1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse portRJ453 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)USB 3.1:1 x USB 3.1 Gen2, Type-A Port (10Gb/s)(Supports ESD Protection) 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10Gb/s)(Supports ESD Protection) 8 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD – Protection), Ultra USB Power is supported on USB3_6 port ACPI wake-up function is not supported on USB3_6 port 1 x Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB 3.1 Gen1) is includedS/PDIF Out1 x OpticalAudio PortsHD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone (Gold Audio Jacks)Internal I/O ConnectorsOnboard USB2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports)(Supports ESD Protection) 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Headers(Support 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)(Supports ESD Protection)Other Connectors:1 x COM Port Header, 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header 2 x RGB LED Headers, 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) 2 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin), (Smart Fan Speed Control), 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15µ Gold Audio Connector), 1 x Right Angle Front Panel Audio Connector 1 x Clear CMOS Switch 1 x Dr. Debug with LED 1 x Power Switch with LED 1 x Reset Switch with LED 1 x CPU Xtreme OC Switch connectors.Physical SpecForm FactorATXLED LightingRGBDimensions (W x L)12.0″ x 9.6″Power Pin:1 x 24-pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector), 1 x 8-pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) 1 x 4-pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) 1 x 6-pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)FeaturesFeaturesHi-Density Power Connectors (24-pin for Motherboard8+4-pin for Motherboard, 6-pin for PCIe Slot) IR Dr. MOS 15µ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots VGA Card, Also 15µ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1 & PCIE4)AQUATIC 10G LAN Intel LAN XXL Aluminum Alloy Heatsink 8 Layer PCB 2oz Copper PCB Heat Pipe Design Creative Sound Blaster Cinema 3 ASRock-USB 3.1 Gen2, ASRock USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (10Gb/s) USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10Gb/s) ASRock Super Alloy XXL Aluminum Alloy Heatsink Premium 60A Power Choke Premium Memory Alloy Choke(Reduces 70% core loss when compared to iron powder choke) IR3555M Dr. MOS 60A Nichicon 12K Black Caps(100% Japan-made high-quality conductive polymer capacitors) I/O Armor Matte Black PCB High-Density Glass Fabric PCBAQUATIC 10G LAN Intel 802.11 ac Wi-Fi ASRock Steel Slots ASRock Ultra M.2(PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3) ASRock Ultra USB Power ASRock Full Spike Protection(for all USB, Audio, LAN Ports) ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 128MB AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support Supports “Plug and Play” ACPI 5.1 compliance wake up eventsSupports jumper-free SMBIOS 2.3 support, CPU, VCORE_NB, DRAM, VPPM, PCH 1.05V, +1.8V, VDDP, PROM 2.5V, Voltage-Multi-adjustment ASRock F-Stream ASRock RGB LED ASRock Key Master ASRock APP Charger ASRock X Fast LAN ASRock Full HD UEFI ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Easy RAID Installer Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Google Chrome Browser plus Toolbar5. MSI X399 GAMING PRO CARBON AC:Check on Amazon Check on NeweggGeneralChipset TypeAMD X399Compatible ProcessorsRyzen ThreadRipperProcessor SocketSocket TR4Max Processors Qty1ManufacturerMSI Computer Corp.EXPANSION / CONNECTIVITYExpansion Slots1 x CPU 8 x DIMM 288-pin 4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1Storage InterfacesSATA-600 -connectors: 8 x 7pin Serial ATA – RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 3 x M.2Interfaces1 x LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) 8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse 1 x audio line-in – mini-jack 1 x audio line-out – mini-jack 1 x microphone – mini-jack 1 x TOSLINK 1 x USB-C Gen2 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) – mini-jack, 1 x audio line-out (rear) – mini-jack 2 x USB 2.0Internal Interfaces4 x USB 2.0 – header, 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 – header 1 x audio – header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 – Type CPower Connectors24-pin main power connector6-pin ATX12V connector2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectorsINTERFACE PROVIDEDQty1, 2, 8TypeLAN (Gigabit Ethernet)PS/2 keyboard/mouseaudio line-out (rear)microphoneTOSLINKUSB 2.0USB 3.1 Gen 1USB-C Gen2audio line-inaudio line-outaudio line-out (center/subwoofer)Connector Typemini-jackMISCELLANEOUSProduct TypemotherboardIncluded AccessoriesBluetooth / Wi-Fi moduleNETWORKINGData Link ProtocolBluetooth 2.1Bluetooth 2.1 EDRIEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0Bluetooth 4.0Bluetooth 4.0 LEBluetooth 4.2Ethernet, Fast EthernetGigabit EthernetIEEE 802.11aNetwork ControllerIntel I211 / Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265Network802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth, Gigabit EthernetAUDIO OUTPUTCompliant StandardsHigh Definition AudioTypesound cardAudio CodecRealtek ALC1220AudioHigh Definition Audio (8-channel)SUPPORTED RAMBus Clock2400 MHz2133 MHz2667 MHz2933 MHz (O.C.)3200 MHz (O.C.)3333 MHz (O.C.)3466 MHz (O.C.)3600 MHz (O.C.)3066 MHz (O.C.)Registered or BufferedUnbufferedFeaturesQuad channel memory architectureTechnologyDDR4Max Size128 GBSupported RAM Integrity CheckECCDIMENSIONS & WEIGHTWidth12 inDepth9.6 inSOFTWARESoftware IncludedMSI Command CenterMSI Gaming HotkeyMSI Gaming LAN ManagerMSI Live UpdateMSI X-BOOSTRAMdiskFEATURESBIOS FeaturesBIOS FlashBack+Hardware FeaturesNVIDIA 4-way SLI Technology SupportAMD 4-way CrossFireX technology supportClear CMOS ButtonMSI Gaming Device PortMSI Mystic LightMSI Steel ArmorGame BoostLAN Protect3D printing friendlyMSI Audio Boost 4MSI Military Class VINahimic 2+ Sound Technology10+3 Phase Power DesignConclusion:That’s it for our list of top best motherboards for TR2990WX and TR2970WX. 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