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User plans dual R9700 GPU setup for local AI model training

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A user is planning to upgrade their local AI setup by adding a second R9700 GPU to their existing build. The goal is to improve performance and enable the running of larger models like Qwen3.8-Flash-Next at higher quantization levels. The user has detailed their planned components, including a motherboard that supports x8/x8 bifurcation, and is seeking community feedback on the build before purchasing. AI

IMPACT Enables users to run larger local AI models by optimizing hardware configurations.

RANK_REASON User-generated content about hardware configuration for local AI model execution.

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User plans dual R9700 GPU setup for local AI model training

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  1. r/LocalLLaMA TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/Athabasco ·

    Upgrading from 1xR9700 to 2xR9700. Thoughts on build before buying?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Currently have a R9700 build with 64GB RAM. Want to get a second one for both speed and the ability to run Qwen3.8-Flash-Next at Q4/higher quants of 3.8 27B. Looking for thoughts or any improvements before buying the rest of the parts.</p> <p>Mad…

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