Looking for Aliexpress LGA4189 motherboard options?
Looking for Aliexpress LGA4189 motherboard options?
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I’m considering purchasing an AliExpress LGA4189 Mobo within a $120 budget, aiming for a 47k passmark Xeon Monster CPU. The cheapest new Mobo starts around $433, which isn’t ideal for a budget build. I’m curious about affordable Mobo brands on Ali and whether there are any functional LGA4189 models available. There’s also a mention of a Linus-led AliExpress showcase for the LGA4189, and I’m hoping this could inspire a special episode.
My goal is to keep the total under 800 Canadian dollars while achieving over 40k passmark. I’m exploring options like Tyan, which has a board for $299 CAD, and others in the $400-500 range. I’m also considering a 2060 Super, which is now around $200-250 CAD and could work well with a 3060 CPU.
I’ve researched ram options, noting that dual-channel RAM is common in budget builds, and I’m weighing the pros and cons of different CPU choices. The search continues as I look for better alternatives or solutions to make this work within budget constraints.
Haha, thanks for the clarification. I didn’t really pay attention to that before, but I’m not usually into hardware. I work in music and media, so I mostly see Supermicro in the used market. I haven’t really thought about new ones lately. If you’re not paying more for a Supermicro, why not check AliExpress for a board?
You're right, I'm sure you're quite the big fan of Ali Express boards. It's not like I'm arguing about anything—just curious about your choice. Are you looking for a recommendation? Maybe they have something similar to Supermicros but at a lower price? Or perhaps you're just surprised I didn't pick a different brand before? It seems like Ali Express products can sometimes be confusing, especially with the third-party sellers and the brand names.
It really depends on the situation. For a CPU rendering station, choosing a 24-core modern ISP design CPU for around 500 USD could be sensible. But you need caution—some boards priced this way are already available, and these Xeons have little chance. A 3950X is a good example. Even older Threadripper models are losing ground, and Xeons are no longer competitive. EPCs might also become less viable as they approach end-of-life. Memory bandwidth is mainly important for memory-heavy tasks, and from the type of work you do, you likely don’t need much of it. For tasks like Blender renders, consider using an RTX GPU with GPU rendering enabled instead. CPU rendering is becoming less relevant since GPUs are far more efficient and faster now. It’s still useful today.
Tyan is a genuine server-grade motherboard creator. Avoid generic Chinese-made boards. X79/99 models from AliExpress often use random leftover chipsets. You can upgrade to a different chipset on the same motherboard design (they likely share the same blueprint).
I understand there are some threadrippers available that offer better value, though they often come with a higher price tag. Many seem costly relative to the performance they deliver for SP3 sockets, especially when compared to the Xeon options. I’m open to exploring alternatives but want to avoid settling for outdated components. The Xeon line provides solid potential, especially since it’s affordable under $120 and can upgrade over time without the current price tag. Regarding power consumption, a CPU under 200 watts would be ideal for me, as many threadrippers aim to boost power without the associated cost.
Okay well that makes me feel a bit better, still don't wana spend $433 but I guess its there as a backup plan. As for the ones on ali tho.. tbh.. if they work its hard to care. The question is tho if theres actually anything quality enough out there to get that fits this budget style build without being absolute trash.