Re:AMD Demonstrates Stacked 3D V-Cache Technology: 192 MB at...
by jrockway on Wednesday June 02, 2021 @12:24PM
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I wouldn't focus too much on the Pro SKU. It has a slower base frequency and boost frequency, with the upside that it has 8 memory channels and supports 2TB of RAM. If you need 2TB of RAM and 8 channels, it's what you need, but quad channel memory is still very good. Most desktop-class machines are still 2 channel.
There is something to be said for the prebuilt workstations from reputable vendors. It shows up in a box, and starts working. I have strongly considered that angle; being a system integrator is tough. If something doesn't work, it's a week cycle time where you find a new part, organize the RMA of the faulty part, etc. and there is a potentially unbounded amount of time spent tweaking. Meanwhile, HP or Lenovo just ships you a computer; they tested it and it works. You pay several thousand dollars for the privilege, but it might be worth it. (And if you want a TR Pro, you have no choice. AMD doesn't sell them to consumers.)
There is something to be said for the prebuilt workstations from reputable vendors. It shows up in a box, and starts working. I have strongly considered that angle; being a system integrator is tough. If something doesn't work, it's a week cycle time where you find a new part, organize the RMA of the faulty part, etc. and there is a potentially unbounded amount of time spent tweaking. Meanwhile, HP or Lenovo just ships you a computer; they tested it and it works. You pay several thousand dollars for the privilege, but it might be worth it. (And if you want a TR Pro, you have no choice. AMD doesn't sell them to consumers.)