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BUDGET: $3500 +

- CPU: Threadripper Pro 9985WX$7,699.99
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- Motherboard: ASUS Pro WS TRX50-Sage$849.99
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- RAM: A-Tech 256GB Kit ECC-Registered 256GB $1,264.32
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- GPU: PNY Quadro RTX 8000$2,989.00
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- Storage 1: Samsung 990 PRO SSD NVMe 2TB$388.00
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- Storage 2: Toshiba X300 8TB Performance & Gaming HDD (Unavailable)$424.90
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- CPU Cooler: SilverStone Technology XE360‑TR5 AIO Liquid Cooler$407.72
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- Case: Fractal Design Define 7 XL$239.99
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- PSU: ASUS ROG Loki 1200W Platinum White Edition 80+ Platinum$322.99
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TOTAL COST: $14,586.90
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[Prices updated: 5:08am, 07/29/2026]
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