Biostar has expanded its cryptocurrency mining hardware lineup with two specialized products: the TB250-BTC PRO motherboard and the VA47D5RV42 (Mining) graphics card. Designed for high-efficiency mining operations, these releases cater to the growing demand for dedicated mining hardware.
Biostar TB250-BTC PRO: The Ultimate Mining Motherboard
The TB250-BTC PRO is an upgraded version of the TB250-BTC, featuring 12 native PCIe 3.0 slots—a significant improvement over its predecessor’s 6 slots. This allows the motherboard to support 12 GPUs simultaneously, maximizing mining efficiency while reducing setup costs compared to running multiple systems.
Key Features:
- Chipset: Intel B250 (PCIe 3.0 support)
- CPU Compatibility: Intel LGA 1151 processors (up to 95W TDP)
- Expansion Slots: 1 x PCIe x16, 11 x PCIe x1
- Power Delivery: Two Molex and two PCIe 12V 4-pin connectors
- Storage: 6 SATA3 ports
- Hybrid Mining Support: Compatible with both AMD and NVIDIA GPUs
Compared to competitors like ASRock’s H110 Pro BTC+ (13 PCIe slots, mixed PCIe 1.0/2.0), Biostar emphasizes superior stability and performance due to its native PCIe 3.0 architecture.
Pricing & Availability:
- TB250-BTC PRO: Price TBA
- TB250-BTC (Previous Model): $95 on Newegg
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Biostar VA47D5RV42 (Mining): An RX 470D-Based Mining GPU
The VA47D5RV42 (Mining) leverages AMD’s Radeon RX 470D GPU, originally exclusive to the Chinese market. Unlike ASUS and Sapphire’s mining-only cards, Biostar’s model retains standard display outputs (DVI, DP, HDMI).
Key Specs:
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 470D (1792 stream processors)
- VRAM: 4GB GDDR5 (7000 MHz)
- Cooling: Custom-designed cooler
The RX 470D is a cut-down version of Polaris 10, offering a balance between power efficiency and mining performance. Despite its mining focus, Biostar has not confirmed retail availability outside China.
FAQs
1. How many GPUs can the TB250-BTC PRO support?
The motherboard supports 12 GPUs via its 12 PCIe 3.0 slots.
2. Is the RX 470D mining GPU available globally?
Currently, it’s listed only on Biostar’s US site, but retail availability remains uncertain.
3. Can the TB250-BTC PRO run mixed AMD/NVIDIA setups?
Yes, it supports Hybrid Mining, allowing simultaneous use of AMD and NVIDIA cards.
4. What’s the advantage of PCIe 3.0 over PCIe 2.0 for mining?
PCIe 3.0 offers better stability and compatibility, reducing potential bottlenecks in large GPU setups.
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Biostar’s latest releases demonstrate its commitment to cryptocurrency mining hardware, offering high-performance solutions for miners seeking scalability and efficiency. Stay tuned for updates on pricing and availability.
Source: Biostar Official Announcement