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What's New on RigSync: Workstation Builds

RigSync now optimizes complete professional workstations — AI/ML, 3D rendering, video editing, CAD, scientific computing, and virtualization — with per-use-case GPU scoring, VRAM-aware AI builds, whole-platform budget judgment, and a computed, interactive topology map.

Threadripper Pro vs Non-Pro: Which Do You Need?

Guide

August 26, 2026 5 min read

Threadripper Pro vs Non-Pro: Which Do You Need?

Pro vs non-Pro Threadripper isn't really about PCIe lanes. It comes down to memory channels, core count, and capacity. Here's how to pick.

Guide

Platform

August 6, 2026 6 min read

Building a Workstation with RigSync

A walkthrough of RigSync's professional workstation workflow.

Platform

Guide

July 21, 2026 6 min read

Why Try an AI PC Builder?

AI PC builders can save hours - but only if they verify compatibility instead of guessing. What they do well, where most fall short, and what to look for.

Guide

Technical

July 15, 2026 9 min read

What RigSync Checks Before You Buy

A full breakdown of every compatibility and topology check RigSync runs on your build — from socket match to PCIe bifurcation.

Technical

Technical

July 1, 2026 10 min read

Understanding PCIe Topology Warnings

A plain-language guide to what PCIe lanes are, where they come from, and what each topology warning in RigSync's Component Browser actually means for your build.

Technical

Platform

July 1, 2026 9 min read

What's New on RigSync - July 2026

The Component Browser now includes a live PCIe topology visualizer, manual PCIe slot selection, a smarter slot optimizer, richer bandwidth warnings with real-world impact context, expansion card support, multi-instance components, and expanded pricing from Newegg.

Platform

Platform

May 25, 2026 10 min read

Getting Started with RigSync

New to PC building? Learn how RigSync helps you choose the right components whether you want a guided experience or full control over your build.

Platform

Guide

May 25, 2026 9 min read

RAM Testing Guide - Diagnose Memory Issues

Complete guide to diagnosing RAM issues including MemTest86, Windows Memory Diagnostic, and troubleshooting random crashes, BSODs, and freezes.

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What's New on RigSync:April 2026 Part 2 - Understanding Performance Goals and Size Preferences

Platform

April 23, 2026 6 min read

What's New on RigSync:April 2026 Part 2 - Understanding Performance Goals and Size Preferences

What the Performance slider and Compact Size option actually mean for your build

Platform

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