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Search for a motherboard supporting Thunderbolt 3 and its connectivity features.

Search for a motherboard supporting Thunderbolt 3 and its connectivity features.

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AwesomeLuke222
Junior Member
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03-11-2016, 09:49 PM
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Hey there! I'm just getting started with PC builds, but I'd really appreciate any advice you can offer. Are there any suggestions on which motherboards work perfectly with Thunderbolt 3 connections? Also, what brands or chipset options are best recommended for compatibility?
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AwesomeLuke222
03-11-2016, 09:49 PM #1

Hey there! I'm just getting started with PC builds, but I'd really appreciate any advice you can offer. Are there any suggestions on which motherboards work perfectly with Thunderbolt 3 connections? Also, what brands or chipset options are best recommended for compatibility?

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Serilium
Member
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03-19-2016, 03:05 AM
#2
Here are some motherboards featuring TB3: https://thunderboltlaptop.com/best-thund...herboards/ Currently, the only AMD board with Intel certification for TB3 is the ASRock X570 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3. The chipset choice varies based on your needs and budget. For high-end setups, consider the x299; for a more budget-friendly option, the z390 works well.
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Serilium
03-19-2016, 03:05 AM #2

Here are some motherboards featuring TB3: https://thunderboltlaptop.com/best-thund...herboards/ Currently, the only AMD board with Intel certification for TB3 is the ASRock X570 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3. The chipset choice varies based on your needs and budget. For high-end setups, consider the x299; for a more budget-friendly option, the z390 works well.

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Oh_Mein_G
Junior Member
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03-19-2016, 06:35 AM
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Works seamlessly together, offering TB3 support via a PCIe card. For native TB3, prioritize CPU selection before picking a board.
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Oh_Mein_G
03-19-2016, 06:35 AM #3

Works seamlessly together, offering TB3 support via a PCIe card. For native TB3, prioritize CPU selection before picking a board.

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Starbomber26
Junior Member
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03-20-2016, 09:10 PM
#4
This claim is incorrect. For a PCIe TB3 card to function, the motherboard must also have a TB-Header connected to it.
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Starbomber26
03-20-2016, 09:10 PM #4

This claim is incorrect. For a PCIe TB3 card to function, the motherboard must also have a TB-Header connected to it.

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Creeperkilll
Member
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04-07-2016, 03:48 PM
#5
The message seems unclear. It appears there might be confusion about the context, such as whether a header is required or if PCIe is relevant. Let me know how I can help clarify!
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Creeperkilll
04-07-2016, 03:48 PM #5

The message seems unclear. It appears there might be confusion about the context, such as whether a header is required or if PCIe is relevant. Let me know how I can help clarify!

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skyplaysYT
Member
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04-09-2016, 10:52 AM
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The cards have a small 10-pin connector that must match a corresponding port on the motherboard.
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skyplaysYT
04-09-2016, 10:52 AM #6

The cards have a small 10-pin connector that must match a corresponding port on the motherboard.

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thibdu87
Member
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04-09-2016, 09:33 PM
#7
It seems like you're referring to a front panel header converter, but it doesn't quite fit. Could you clarify what you mean? I'm here to help!
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thibdu87
04-09-2016, 09:33 PM #7

It seems like you're referring to a front panel header converter, but it doesn't quite fit. Could you clarify what you mean? I'm here to help!

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icGrynTea
Junior Member
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04-10-2016, 11:03 AM
#8
Absolutely, understood.
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icGrynTea
04-10-2016, 11:03 AM #8

Absolutely, understood.