5 best motherboards for Threadripper CPUs

If you are looking to build a "huge" rig, you can think of choosing Threadripper. With their high core counts and impressive performance, it's hard to deny that they are among the most impressive processors available today.

Sadly, like Threadripper CPUs, motherboards can also be a costly investment, so it's important that you research and purchase the right TRX40 motherboard for your new processor. Whether you're a gamer, content creator, or a professional looking to push the limits of computing, the right Threadripper and compatible motherboard can take you to the next level.

Here are some of the best Threadripper motherboards available today.

ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme Alpha TRX40

If money is not an issue and you want the best board possible, the ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme Alpha TRX40 will fulfill all your needs. Not only does it have impressive overclocking capabilities, but it also features an OLED status display that lets you know if anything goes wrong, along with a simple CMOS clear button when something goes wrong.

ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme Alpha TRX40 also comes with impressive connectivity technology, with support for WiFi 6, 10 Gbps Ethernet, and MU-MIMO, perfect for those who need the best connectivity possible. And for gamers, it comes with GameFirst V technology, which improves connectivity during gaming sessions while reducing latency.

Since the ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme Alpha TRX40 is an EATX motherboard, you also have plenty of space for all-in-one water cooling or even to add your own custom cooling loop.

ASrock X399M Taichi

While Threadrippers may be bigger than your average CPU, that doesn't mean the motherboard has to be either. The ASRock X399M Taichi is an impressive Micro-ATX Threadripper motherboard that may be small but packed with outstanding features.

X399M Taichi has an extremely small 9.6 x 9.6 inch size but still supports 4 DDR4 RAM DIMMs, WiFi, Bluetooth and lots of USB ports. In fact, it's even capable of squeezing in 2 graphics cards (although this can be difficult with NVIDIA 30 and 40 Series cards).

The ASRock X399M Taichi may not be equipped with RGB lighting, but somehow it still looks quite eye-catching, especially for such a small motherboard. And while ASRock may not have a lot of space to work on this board, it's somehow managed to create a powerful, beautiful motherboard that easily competes with larger form-factor competitors.

GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS Xtreme

The GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS Xtreme may be an expensive motherboard, but it certainly won't let you down. Thanks to the XL-ATX design, this motherboard has space for multiple GPUs, 4 M.2 slots and even 8 DIMMS DDR4.

In the interest of a larger design, the IO panel also boasts an impressive number of USB ports, WiFi 6 support, and even a useful Q-flash button to make BIOS updates a breeze.

As is the case with most GIGABYTE motherboards, especially the AORUS series, the GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS Xtreme is one of the most impressive looking Threadripper motherboards available. With built-in RGB lighting and the AORUS RGB logo, it sure looks good.

Featuring a Thermal Reactive Armor design, extra-large 8mm heatpipe and nanocarbon baseplate, the GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS Xtreme is designed to run in the cool, making it ideal for those looking to push their system a little further by overclocking.

ASUS PRIME TRX40-PRO WILL

The ASUS PRIME TRX40-PRO S is an impressive choice for anyone looking to build an all-white PC. While many manufacturers charge extra for white desktop components, Asus has managed to keep ASUS PRIME at a reasonable price point.

With three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, there's plenty of room for super-fast memories. Panel IO also offers 6 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports as well as a single USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. The only downside is the lack of built-in WiFi and Bluetooth, but of course, this can be added via USB or a PCI-e network card.

Thanks to the VRM heatsink, active chipset heatsink, and M.2 heatsink, ASUS PRIME TRX40-PRO S keeps your components cool. And with 7 additional fan headers, there's always plenty of room for extra cooling during use.

GIGABYTE TRX40 DESIGNARE

While the GIGABYTE TRX40 DESIGNARE may not be the most stylish Threadripper motherboard you can buy, it certainly has enough features to make up for its rather simple design. With 4 NVMe PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, as well as an additional SATA connection, there's plenty of room for any type of storage. And thanks to the AIC AORUS Gen4 adapter, you can even add more M.2 SSDs if you want.

Thanks to its large XL-ATX design, the GIGABYTE TRX40 DESIGNARE has plenty of room to add multiple GPUs, as well as an impressive 8 DDR4 DIMMs. With 3 layers of thermal protection, including fin arrays and 8mm super large heat pipes, this board can definitely handle the heat from additional hardware.

The only downside to the GIGABYTE TRX40 DESIGNARE, aside from the high price tag, is the lack of RGB. While many custom PC builders may opt for an RGBless design, if you're looking for something a bit flashier, this might not be the Threadripper motherboard for you.

Micah Soto

Update 24 July 2023