Editing Workstation mit AI bauen
Verfasst: Di 28 Jan, 2025 06:54
Ich bin gerade dabei einen neuen Rechenknecht zu bauen, auf den ich spezielle Jobs auslagern kann, währen ich an meiner Haupt-Workstation weiter arbeite. Ich hab mir dafür ein Budget von 1500,- gegeben, und dachte mir, warum frage ich nicht mal AI, was die besten Komponenten dafür wären. Perplexity und Chat haben auch jede Menge nützliche Listen ausgespuckt.
Jetzt habe ich alternativ dazu Deep Seek mit dem Reasoning Modell ausprobiert, und Holyshit - das ist wirklich noch mal ne andere Liga. Das Deep Think (R1) Reasoning Modell macht echt nochmal nen Unterschied.
Okay, let's see. The user is building a workstation with a budget around 1500 Euros. They need a motherboard with enough PCI slots for a GPU and a Blackmagic Decklink card. Also, they want the fastest USB connectors, preferably 10 Gb Ethernet if possible, and as many SATA ports as they can get. Plus, a GPU with at least 12GB VRAM. Alright, let's break this down.
First, the motherboard. They need PCI slots. Wait, PCI or PCIe? Because older PCI slots are different from PCIe. But Blackmagic Decklink cards usually use PCIe x1 or x4 slots. The GPU will need a PCIe x16 slot. So the motherboard needs at least two PCIe slots: one x16 for the GPU and another x1 or x4 for the Decklink. Also, they want multiple fast USB ports. The fastest right now is USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, which is 20Gbps. But sometimes people refer to USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) as the fastest. The user might mean USB-C or the latest standards. Also, 10 Gb Ethernet is a nice-to-have but might be hard on a budget. SATA ports—most motherboards have around 6, but some have more. Let's check.
For the CPU, since it's a workstation, maybe AMD Ryzen is better for multi-threading, especially if they're doing video editing or similar tasks. Intel is also an option, but Ryzen often offers more cores for the price. Let's consider Ryzen 7 5700X or 5800X, or maybe the 7000 series if the budget allows. But need to check compatibility with motherboards.
GPU with at least 12GB VRAM. Options include NVIDIA RTX 3060 (12GB), RTX 3070 (8GB, not enough), RTX 3080 (10GB or 12GB versions), but 3080 might be expensive. AMD options like Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) or RX 6800 (16GB). The 6800 might be better for more VRAM, but depends on software compatibility. If they use software that benefits from CUDA, then NVIDIA is better. If not, AMD offers more VRAM for the price.
Motherboard: Needs at least two PCIe slots. Let's look for an ATX motherboard because mATX might have fewer slots. For AMD, B550 or X570 chipset. X570 has more PCIe lanes and better for multiple devices. Let's see, ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus has PCIe x16 and two PCIe x1 slots. Wait, but the second x16 slot might run at x4 speed. Need to check if the Decklink can fit into a x4 slot. Also, USB ports: X570 boards usually have USB 3.2 Gen 2. For 10 Gb Ethernet, some higher-end boards have it, but might be pricier. Maybe ASUS ProArt X570-CREATOR WIFI has 10 GbE and Thunderbolt, but that's expensive. Alternatively, look for a motherboard with a 2.5 GbE and add a 10 GbE PCIe card later? But the user wants it integrated if possible.
SATA ports: Most X570 boards have 6-8 SATA ports. For example, ASRock X570 Steel Legend has 8 SATA ports. That's good. But does it have 10 GbE? Probably not. The 10 GbE is usually on higher-end boards. Maybe MSI MEG X570 ACE has 10 GbE but it's pricey. Let's check prices. The budget is 1500 Euros for the whole system, so the motherboard can't be too expensive. Maybe compromise on 10 GbE and go with 2.5 GbE, then use a PCIe card for 10 GbE. But the user said "if possible", so maybe it's optional.
Alternatively, look for a motherboard with 2.5 GbE and then a PCIe NIC for 10 GbE. But the user might prefer built-in. Let's see. Maybe Gigabyte AORUS X570 Master has 10 GbE. Checking specs... Yes, the AORUS X570 Master has 10 GbE LAN. But it's around 350-400 Euros, which is a chunk of the budget. So if the motherboard is 350, CPU around 300, GPU around 500, that's already 1150, leaving 350 for RAM, storage, PSU, case. Might be tight.
Alternatively, go with a B550 motherboard. Some B550 boards have 2.5 GbE and maybe more SATA ports. But fewer PCIe lanes. But for two PCIe devices, maybe B550 is sufficient. For example, MSI B550-A PRO has PCIe x16 and x1 slots. But SATA ports might be 6. If the user needs more, maybe a different board. Alternatively, ASRock B550 Steel Legend has 8 SATA ports. Let me confirm. Yes, ASRock B550 Steel Legend has 8 SATA ports. But it has 2.5 GbE, not 10. So if the user can compromise on 10 GbE, that's a good option. Then use a PCIe card for 10 GbE if needed.
So, possible options for motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend (8 SATA, 2.5 GbE, PCIe slots). Then, the CPU: Ryzen 7 5700X (8-core) or 5800X (8-core, higher clock). The 5700X is more power-efficient and cheaper. Then GPU: RTX 3060 12GB or AMD RX 6700 XT 12GB. If the user needs CUDA, then NVIDIA. Otherwise, AMD might be better value.
Putting it all together: Let's estimate prices. In Europe, prices vary, but roughly:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 5700X ~ 220-250 Euros
- Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend ~ 150-180 Euros
- GPU: RTX 3060 12GB ~ 300-350 Euros or RX 6700 XT ~ 350-400 Euros
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200 ~ 100-120 Euros
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD ~ 80-100 Euros
- PSU: 650W 80+ Gold ~ 80-100 Euros
- Case: ~70-100 Euros
- Additional 10 GbE PCIe card if needed: ~100-150 Euros
Total without the 10 GbE card: 220 + 180 + 350 + 120 + 100 + 100 + 80 = around 1150. Then adding the 10 GbE card would push it to 1300, leaving some room for other components or upgrades. But the total budget is 1500, so maybe we can go a bit higher on some parts.
Alternatively, if the user can stretch for a motherboard with built-in 10 GbE, like the Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master, which is around 350-400 Euros. Then the CPU and GPU would need to fit into the remaining budget.
Let me recalculate with that:
- Motherboard: 400
- CPU: 250
- GPU: 400
- RAM: 120
- SSD: 100
- PSU: 100
- Case: 80
- Total: 400+250+400+120+100+100+80 = 1450. That's within budget. But need to check if the GPU is 400. An RTX 3060 is around 300-350, RX 6700 XT maybe 350-400. So possible. However, the user might need more powerful GPU. Wait, 12GB VRAM is the minimum. Maybe RTX 3060 is sufficient, but if they can get a 3080 12GB, but that's over 700 Euros. So maybe not. So perhaps stick with RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT.
But let's think about the CPU. If the motherboard is X570, the CPU could be a Ryzen 7 5800X for better performance, which is around 300 Euros. Then total would be 400+300+400+120+100+100+80= 1500. Exactly on budget. That could work.
So the build would be:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
- Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master (with 10 GbE, PCIe slots, 8 SATA ports)
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) or NVIDIA RTX 3060 (12GB)
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3600
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: 750W 80+ Gold
- Case: Mid-tower with good airflow
This setup would meet all requirements: enough PCIe slots, 10 GbE, plenty of SATA ports, fast USB (the AORUS Master has USB 3.2 Gen 2), and a GPU with 12GB VRAM.
Alternatively, if the 10 GbE isn't a strict requirement, save on the motherboard and get a B550 with more SATA ports and use the savings for a better GPU or more storage. For example:
- Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend (8 SATA, 2.5 GbE) ~ 150
- CPU: Ryzen 7 5700X ~ 220
- GPU: RTX 3070 (but 8GB VRAM) or RX 6800 (16GB) ~ 500
- Then total would be lower, allowing for more budget on GPU.
But the user specified at least 12GB VRAM, so RX 6800 16GB is a good option. However, the price might be around 500-550 Euros. Let's see:
- Mobo: 150
- CPU: 220
- GPU: 550
- RAM: 120
- SSD: 100
- PSU: 100
- Case: 80
- Total: 150+220+550+120+100+100+80= 1320. Then adding a 10 GbE PCIe card for 100 brings it to 1420. Under budget, allowing for more storage or better components.
This might be a better balance. The RX 6800 offers 16GB VRAM, which is great for heavy tasks. The motherboard has 8 SATA ports, and adding a 10 GbE card gives the desired network speed.
So, depending on priorities: if 10 GbE is a must, go with the X570 AORUS Master and a mid-range GPU. If 10 GbE can be added via PCIe, then get a B550 board and a better GPU.
Also, check PCIe slot configuration. The GPU uses the primary x16 slot, the Decklink can go into a x4 or x1 slot. The B550 Steel Legend has two x16 slots (one x16, one x4) and two x1 slots. So the second x16 (x4 electrical) can take the Decklink. That works.
For USB ports, the B550 Steel Legend has USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Type-C and Type-A. So that's good.
So, putting it all together, the recommendations would be either:
Option 1 (Built-in 10 GbE):
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
- Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or NVIDIA RTX 3060
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3600
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: 750W 80+ Gold
- Case: Fractal Design Meshify C
- Total: ~1500 Euros
Option 2 (Add-on 10 GbE):
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
- Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: 750W 80+ Gold
- Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX
- 10 GbE PCIe Card: ASUS XG-C100C
- Total: ~1450 Euros
Option 2 gives a better GPU and more VRAM, which might be beneficial for rendering or machine learning tasks. The 10 GbE is added via a separate card, which is acceptable if the user can spare a PCIe slot.
Now, check for compatibility and potential issues. The B550 chipset supports PCIe 4.0 on the primary GPU slot and one M.2 slot, which is good for fast storage. The RX 6800 is PCIe 4.0 compatible. The PSU needs to have enough power; 750W is sufficient for these components.
Also, ensure the motherboard has enough USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. The ASRock B550 Steel Legend has a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, which should cover the "fastest USB connectors" requirement.
In terms of SATA ports, 8 should be plenty for multiple drives. If more are needed, a SATA expansion card could be added, but that's another PCIe slot. The user might not need that immediately.
So, summarizing, the recommendations would balance between built-in 10 GbE and a better GPU. Depending on the user's priority between network speed and graphics power, either option works. If they do more GPU-intensive tasks, Option 2 is better. If network speed is critical and the GPU is sufficient, Option 1 is the way to go.
Here's a tailored recommendation for your workstation build within a 1500€ budget, balancing performance, expandability, and your requirements:
Option 1: Built-in 10 GbE Focus
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X (8-core/16-thread)
Price: ~300€
Strong multi-threaded performance for productivity tasks.
Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master
Price: ~350€
Features:
10 Gb Ethernet (built-in).
3x PCIe slots (x16, x8/x4, x4) for GPU + Decklink.
8x SATA ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), and USB-C.
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB VRAM)
Price: ~350€
Great for GPU-intensive tasks and offers 12GB VRAM.
RAM: 32GB DDR4-3600 (2x16GB)
Price: ~100€
Optimal speed for Ryzen CPUs.
Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD (PCIe 4.0)
Price: ~100€ (e.g., WD Black SN770).
PSU: Corsair RM750 (750W, 80+ Gold)
Price: ~100€
Reliable and modular.
Case: Fractal Design Meshify C
Price: ~90€
Good airflow and cable management.
Total: ~1,390€
Remaining budget can go toward additional storage or peripherals.
Option 2: High VRAM GPU + Add-on 10 GbE
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X (8-core/16-thread)
Price: ~220€
Slightly lower TDP but still powerful.
Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend
Price: ~150€
Features:
8x SATA ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps).
2.5 Gb Ethernet + PCIe slots for 10 GbE card.
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB VRAM)
Price: ~500€
16GB VRAM for heavy workloads (rendering, ML).
10 GbE Card: ASUS XG-C100C
Price: ~100€
Adds 10 Gb Ethernet via PCIe.
RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200 (2x16GB)
Price: ~90€
Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD (PCIe 3.0)
Price: ~80€ (e.g., Crucial P3).
PSU: SeaSonic FOCUS GX-750 (750W, 80+ Gold)
Price: ~100€
Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX
Price: ~100€
Total: ~1,340€
Extra *** can boost storage or upgrade the CPU/GPU.
Key Considerations
USB Speeds: Both motherboards include USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports.
GPU Choice: NVIDIA GPUs (e.g., RTX 3060 12GB) are better for CUDA-dependent apps (e.g., Premiere Pro).
Expandability: Both builds support future storage upgrades via SATA/NVMe.
Final Notes
Option 1 prioritizes 10 GbE and a balanced GPU.
Option 2 maximizes VRAM for demanding tasks while adding 10 GbE via PCIe.
Adjust based on local pricing (e.g., Mindfactory, Caseking, or Amazon DE).
Let me know if you need help with part sourcing or assembly! 🛠️
Jetzt habe ich alternativ dazu Deep Seek mit dem Reasoning Modell ausprobiert, und Holyshit - das ist wirklich noch mal ne andere Liga. Das Deep Think (R1) Reasoning Modell macht echt nochmal nen Unterschied.
Okay, let's see. The user is building a workstation with a budget around 1500 Euros. They need a motherboard with enough PCI slots for a GPU and a Blackmagic Decklink card. Also, they want the fastest USB connectors, preferably 10 Gb Ethernet if possible, and as many SATA ports as they can get. Plus, a GPU with at least 12GB VRAM. Alright, let's break this down.
First, the motherboard. They need PCI slots. Wait, PCI or PCIe? Because older PCI slots are different from PCIe. But Blackmagic Decklink cards usually use PCIe x1 or x4 slots. The GPU will need a PCIe x16 slot. So the motherboard needs at least two PCIe slots: one x16 for the GPU and another x1 or x4 for the Decklink. Also, they want multiple fast USB ports. The fastest right now is USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, which is 20Gbps. But sometimes people refer to USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) as the fastest. The user might mean USB-C or the latest standards. Also, 10 Gb Ethernet is a nice-to-have but might be hard on a budget. SATA ports—most motherboards have around 6, but some have more. Let's check.
For the CPU, since it's a workstation, maybe AMD Ryzen is better for multi-threading, especially if they're doing video editing or similar tasks. Intel is also an option, but Ryzen often offers more cores for the price. Let's consider Ryzen 7 5700X or 5800X, or maybe the 7000 series if the budget allows. But need to check compatibility with motherboards.
GPU with at least 12GB VRAM. Options include NVIDIA RTX 3060 (12GB), RTX 3070 (8GB, not enough), RTX 3080 (10GB or 12GB versions), but 3080 might be expensive. AMD options like Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) or RX 6800 (16GB). The 6800 might be better for more VRAM, but depends on software compatibility. If they use software that benefits from CUDA, then NVIDIA is better. If not, AMD offers more VRAM for the price.
Motherboard: Needs at least two PCIe slots. Let's look for an ATX motherboard because mATX might have fewer slots. For AMD, B550 or X570 chipset. X570 has more PCIe lanes and better for multiple devices. Let's see, ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus has PCIe x16 and two PCIe x1 slots. Wait, but the second x16 slot might run at x4 speed. Need to check if the Decklink can fit into a x4 slot. Also, USB ports: X570 boards usually have USB 3.2 Gen 2. For 10 Gb Ethernet, some higher-end boards have it, but might be pricier. Maybe ASUS ProArt X570-CREATOR WIFI has 10 GbE and Thunderbolt, but that's expensive. Alternatively, look for a motherboard with a 2.5 GbE and add a 10 GbE PCIe card later? But the user wants it integrated if possible.
SATA ports: Most X570 boards have 6-8 SATA ports. For example, ASRock X570 Steel Legend has 8 SATA ports. That's good. But does it have 10 GbE? Probably not. The 10 GbE is usually on higher-end boards. Maybe MSI MEG X570 ACE has 10 GbE but it's pricey. Let's check prices. The budget is 1500 Euros for the whole system, so the motherboard can't be too expensive. Maybe compromise on 10 GbE and go with 2.5 GbE, then use a PCIe card for 10 GbE. But the user said "if possible", so maybe it's optional.
Alternatively, look for a motherboard with 2.5 GbE and then a PCIe NIC for 10 GbE. But the user might prefer built-in. Let's see. Maybe Gigabyte AORUS X570 Master has 10 GbE. Checking specs... Yes, the AORUS X570 Master has 10 GbE LAN. But it's around 350-400 Euros, which is a chunk of the budget. So if the motherboard is 350, CPU around 300, GPU around 500, that's already 1150, leaving 350 for RAM, storage, PSU, case. Might be tight.
Alternatively, go with a B550 motherboard. Some B550 boards have 2.5 GbE and maybe more SATA ports. But fewer PCIe lanes. But for two PCIe devices, maybe B550 is sufficient. For example, MSI B550-A PRO has PCIe x16 and x1 slots. But SATA ports might be 6. If the user needs more, maybe a different board. Alternatively, ASRock B550 Steel Legend has 8 SATA ports. Let me confirm. Yes, ASRock B550 Steel Legend has 8 SATA ports. But it has 2.5 GbE, not 10. So if the user can compromise on 10 GbE, that's a good option. Then use a PCIe card for 10 GbE if needed.
So, possible options for motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend (8 SATA, 2.5 GbE, PCIe slots). Then, the CPU: Ryzen 7 5700X (8-core) or 5800X (8-core, higher clock). The 5700X is more power-efficient and cheaper. Then GPU: RTX 3060 12GB or AMD RX 6700 XT 12GB. If the user needs CUDA, then NVIDIA. Otherwise, AMD might be better value.
Putting it all together: Let's estimate prices. In Europe, prices vary, but roughly:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 5700X ~ 220-250 Euros
- Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend ~ 150-180 Euros
- GPU: RTX 3060 12GB ~ 300-350 Euros or RX 6700 XT ~ 350-400 Euros
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200 ~ 100-120 Euros
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD ~ 80-100 Euros
- PSU: 650W 80+ Gold ~ 80-100 Euros
- Case: ~70-100 Euros
- Additional 10 GbE PCIe card if needed: ~100-150 Euros
Total without the 10 GbE card: 220 + 180 + 350 + 120 + 100 + 100 + 80 = around 1150. Then adding the 10 GbE card would push it to 1300, leaving some room for other components or upgrades. But the total budget is 1500, so maybe we can go a bit higher on some parts.
Alternatively, if the user can stretch for a motherboard with built-in 10 GbE, like the Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master, which is around 350-400 Euros. Then the CPU and GPU would need to fit into the remaining budget.
Let me recalculate with that:
- Motherboard: 400
- CPU: 250
- GPU: 400
- RAM: 120
- SSD: 100
- PSU: 100
- Case: 80
- Total: 400+250+400+120+100+100+80 = 1450. That's within budget. But need to check if the GPU is 400. An RTX 3060 is around 300-350, RX 6700 XT maybe 350-400. So possible. However, the user might need more powerful GPU. Wait, 12GB VRAM is the minimum. Maybe RTX 3060 is sufficient, but if they can get a 3080 12GB, but that's over 700 Euros. So maybe not. So perhaps stick with RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT.
But let's think about the CPU. If the motherboard is X570, the CPU could be a Ryzen 7 5800X for better performance, which is around 300 Euros. Then total would be 400+300+400+120+100+100+80= 1500. Exactly on budget. That could work.
So the build would be:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
- Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master (with 10 GbE, PCIe slots, 8 SATA ports)
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) or NVIDIA RTX 3060 (12GB)
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3600
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: 750W 80+ Gold
- Case: Mid-tower with good airflow
This setup would meet all requirements: enough PCIe slots, 10 GbE, plenty of SATA ports, fast USB (the AORUS Master has USB 3.2 Gen 2), and a GPU with 12GB VRAM.
Alternatively, if the 10 GbE isn't a strict requirement, save on the motherboard and get a B550 with more SATA ports and use the savings for a better GPU or more storage. For example:
- Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend (8 SATA, 2.5 GbE) ~ 150
- CPU: Ryzen 7 5700X ~ 220
- GPU: RTX 3070 (but 8GB VRAM) or RX 6800 (16GB) ~ 500
- Then total would be lower, allowing for more budget on GPU.
But the user specified at least 12GB VRAM, so RX 6800 16GB is a good option. However, the price might be around 500-550 Euros. Let's see:
- Mobo: 150
- CPU: 220
- GPU: 550
- RAM: 120
- SSD: 100
- PSU: 100
- Case: 80
- Total: 150+220+550+120+100+100+80= 1320. Then adding a 10 GbE PCIe card for 100 brings it to 1420. Under budget, allowing for more storage or better components.
This might be a better balance. The RX 6800 offers 16GB VRAM, which is great for heavy tasks. The motherboard has 8 SATA ports, and adding a 10 GbE card gives the desired network speed.
So, depending on priorities: if 10 GbE is a must, go with the X570 AORUS Master and a mid-range GPU. If 10 GbE can be added via PCIe, then get a B550 board and a better GPU.
Also, check PCIe slot configuration. The GPU uses the primary x16 slot, the Decklink can go into a x4 or x1 slot. The B550 Steel Legend has two x16 slots (one x16, one x4) and two x1 slots. So the second x16 (x4 electrical) can take the Decklink. That works.
For USB ports, the B550 Steel Legend has USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Type-C and Type-A. So that's good.
So, putting it all together, the recommendations would be either:
Option 1 (Built-in 10 GbE):
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
- Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or NVIDIA RTX 3060
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3600
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: 750W 80+ Gold
- Case: Fractal Design Meshify C
- Total: ~1500 Euros
Option 2 (Add-on 10 GbE):
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
- Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800
- RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: 750W 80+ Gold
- Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX
- 10 GbE PCIe Card: ASUS XG-C100C
- Total: ~1450 Euros
Option 2 gives a better GPU and more VRAM, which might be beneficial for rendering or machine learning tasks. The 10 GbE is added via a separate card, which is acceptable if the user can spare a PCIe slot.
Now, check for compatibility and potential issues. The B550 chipset supports PCIe 4.0 on the primary GPU slot and one M.2 slot, which is good for fast storage. The RX 6800 is PCIe 4.0 compatible. The PSU needs to have enough power; 750W is sufficient for these components.
Also, ensure the motherboard has enough USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. The ASRock B550 Steel Legend has a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, which should cover the "fastest USB connectors" requirement.
In terms of SATA ports, 8 should be plenty for multiple drives. If more are needed, a SATA expansion card could be added, but that's another PCIe slot. The user might not need that immediately.
So, summarizing, the recommendations would balance between built-in 10 GbE and a better GPU. Depending on the user's priority between network speed and graphics power, either option works. If they do more GPU-intensive tasks, Option 2 is better. If network speed is critical and the GPU is sufficient, Option 1 is the way to go.
Here's a tailored recommendation for your workstation build within a 1500€ budget, balancing performance, expandability, and your requirements:
Option 1: Built-in 10 GbE Focus
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X (8-core/16-thread)
Price: ~300€
Strong multi-threaded performance for productivity tasks.
Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS Master
Price: ~350€
Features:
10 Gb Ethernet (built-in).
3x PCIe slots (x16, x8/x4, x4) for GPU + Decklink.
8x SATA ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), and USB-C.
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB VRAM)
Price: ~350€
Great for GPU-intensive tasks and offers 12GB VRAM.
RAM: 32GB DDR4-3600 (2x16GB)
Price: ~100€
Optimal speed for Ryzen CPUs.
Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD (PCIe 4.0)
Price: ~100€ (e.g., WD Black SN770).
PSU: Corsair RM750 (750W, 80+ Gold)
Price: ~100€
Reliable and modular.
Case: Fractal Design Meshify C
Price: ~90€
Good airflow and cable management.
Total: ~1,390€
Remaining budget can go toward additional storage or peripherals.
Option 2: High VRAM GPU + Add-on 10 GbE
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X (8-core/16-thread)
Price: ~220€
Slightly lower TDP but still powerful.
Motherboard: ASRock B550 Steel Legend
Price: ~150€
Features:
8x SATA ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps).
2.5 Gb Ethernet + PCIe slots for 10 GbE card.
GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB VRAM)
Price: ~500€
16GB VRAM for heavy workloads (rendering, ML).
10 GbE Card: ASUS XG-C100C
Price: ~100€
Adds 10 Gb Ethernet via PCIe.
RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200 (2x16GB)
Price: ~90€
Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD (PCIe 3.0)
Price: ~80€ (e.g., Crucial P3).
PSU: SeaSonic FOCUS GX-750 (750W, 80+ Gold)
Price: ~100€
Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX
Price: ~100€
Total: ~1,340€
Extra *** can boost storage or upgrade the CPU/GPU.
Key Considerations
USB Speeds: Both motherboards include USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports.
GPU Choice: NVIDIA GPUs (e.g., RTX 3060 12GB) are better for CUDA-dependent apps (e.g., Premiere Pro).
Expandability: Both builds support future storage upgrades via SATA/NVMe.
Final Notes
Option 1 prioritizes 10 GbE and a balanced GPU.
Option 2 maximizes VRAM for demanding tasks while adding 10 GbE via PCIe.
Adjust based on local pricing (e.g., Mindfactory, Caseking, or Amazon DE).
Let me know if you need help with part sourcing or assembly! 🛠️