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ASRock MB WRX80 Creator R2.0 R Workstation Motherboard

Motherboard • ASRock • $ 507.67

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The ASRock WRX80 Creator R2.0 is a flagship workstation motherboard engineered for AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO processors. Built on the powerful WRX80 chipset, this E-ATX board delivers uncompromising performance for content creators, engineers, and data scientists who demand the absolute best.

Unleash Your Creativity

With support for up to 2TB of DDR5 ECC memory across eight slots, the WRX80 Creator R2.0 handles massive datasets, complex 3D renders, and virtual machines with ease. The board's 7 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots provide incredible bandwidth for multiple GPUs, NVMe SSDs, and high-speed capture cards, making it perfect for AI training, video editing, and scientific simulations.

Cutting-Edge Connectivity

Stay ahead with a comprehensive I/O suite: dual Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports (40 Gb/s), dual 10GbE LAN, and a dedicated IPMI LAN for remote management. The board also features eight SATA3 ports, three Hyper M.2 slots (PCIe Gen4 x4), and one U.2 port, ensuring you have all the storage options you need.

Built for Professionals

ASRock's robust power design, premium components, and advanced cooling solutions ensure stability under heavy loads. The board includes a clear CMOS button, gold audio jacks, and ESD protection on key ports. Whether you're building a render farm, a workstation for 8K video production, or a high-performance computing node, the WRX80 Creator R2.0 is the foundation you can trust.

Key Features at a Glance

AMD WRX80 chipset with sTRX4 socket for Threadripper PRO
8 DIMM slots, DDR5 ECC, up to 2TB capacity
7x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots for multi-GPU setups
Thunderbolt 4, 10GbE, IPMI for advanced connectivity
E-ATX form factor with premium VRM cooling

Upgrade your workstation today with the ASRock WRX80 Creator R2.0 and experience the pinnacle of performance and reliability.

Key Specifications

Form Factor: E-ATX

Socket: sTRX4

RAM Type: DDR5 (ECC Support)

Max. RAM: 2TB

RAM Slots: 8

Chipset: AMD WRX80

Connectivity

2X Antenna Ports, 7 PCIe 4.0 x16, 1X D-Sub Port,, 8X SATA3, 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4),, 1X Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4 & SATA3),, 1X U.2 (PCIe Gen3x4), 1X Optical SPDIF Out Port,, 2X USB 4.0 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s for USB 4.0 protocol; 40Gb/s for Thunderbolt™ protocol) (Supports ESD Protection),, 2X Mini DisplayPort Input Ports(For Thunderbolt),, 4X USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (10 Gb/s) (Supports ESD Protection),, 2X USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection),, 2X RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED),, 1X RJ45 Dedicated IPMI LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED),, 1X Clear CMOS Button,, HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone (Gold Audio Jacks)

Detailed Parameters

Platform:: AMD
Socket:: TRX4
RAM Type:: DDR5
Number of RAM Slots:: 8
Maximum RAM/slot:: 256
Maximum RAM Capacity in GB:: 2000
PCI Express Version:: 5
Form Factor:: E-ATX
Maximum RAM Speed in MHz:: 4400
ECC:: Yes
Chipset:: WRX80
SupportedPlatforms:: AMD Workstation

Where to Buy

Amazon

Pros

Supports up to 2TB DDR5 ECC memory
Seven PCIe 5.0 x16 slots for massive expansion
Dual Thunderbolt 4 and dual 10GbE LAN
Dedicated IPMI for remote management
Robust power delivery for Threadripper PRO

Cons

Very expensive (premium workstation segment)
Requires high-end Threadripper PRO CPU
E-ATX form factor may not fit all cases

Frequently Asked Questions

What CPUs are compatible with the ASRock WRX80 Creator R2.0?

It supports AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO processors (3000WX and 5000WX series) with the sTRX4 socket.

Does the WRX80 Creator R2.0 support ECC memory?

Yes, it supports DDR5 ECC memory, with up to 2TB capacity across 8 slots.

How many PCIe 5.0 slots does it have?

It has seven PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, providing excellent bandwidth for multi-GPU setups.

Does it have built-in 10GbE networking?

Yes, it features dual 10GbE LAN ports plus a dedicated IPMI LAN port for remote management.

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