Hardware for Local LLMs

Compare specs, benchmarks, and prices for the best hardware to run LLMs locally.

PC Build Components

Individual components for building your own LLM workstation.

cpu

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D

The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D is the recommended CPU for custom LLM inference builds. 16 cores with 3D V-Cache provide excellent multitasking alongside GPU inference.

$549
ram

128GB DDR5-6000 Kit (4x32GB)

128GB DDR5-6000 memory kit for custom LLM builds. Enables CPU-based inference fallback and GPU layer offloading for models that exceed VRAM.

$299
storage

Samsung 990 Pro 2TB NVMe SSD

The Samsung 990 Pro 2TB provides fast model loading times and ample storage for multiple quantized LLM model files, image generation checkpoints, and datasets.

$179
psu

Corsair RM1000x 1000W PSU

The Corsair RM1000x provides clean, reliable 1000W power delivery essential for high-end GPU inference rigs with RTX 4090 or similar power-hungry cards.

$189