A few months back, you may have read news from Thermal Grizzly about a unique collaboration to create a professional-grade test bench, dubbed Der8enchtable, with an open design and an integrated PCB. The brainchild of overclocking legend Roman “der8auer” Hartung and ElmorLabs (Jon “elmor” Sandstrom) was first unveiled at Computex 2025, where it promptly earned a design award. The unique benchtable features an active PCB that adds functionality beyond a simple benching stand. Initially designed for internal use, the project matured into a full-on commercial venture for overclockers, reviewers, content creators, and hardware testers who frequently swap components. And moving forward, this is where we’ll test all the motherboards we review.
The Thermal Grizzly Der8enchtable, priced at $269.99 on Amazon , is clearly a premium product, offering far more than a basic stand for a motherboard and peripherals. What sets it apart is its active PCB, which simplifies hardware testing by providing extensive connectivity: 11 four-pin fan headers across four independently controllable zones (including one for an AIO/pump), two SATA ports, four MicroSD card slots for storage, and six USB ports (four Type-A and two Type-C).
Additional features include the ability to mount radiators on the side and a space underneath to tuck away the power supply. Wire management is made easy with included velcro strips that utilize cutouts in the PCB/plexi. Finally, integrated RGBs in the plexi layer add a touch of flair. While it may not be as visually appealing as our previous benching table, its design is highly functional, streamlining component swapping and testing.
In the Box
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Included in the multi-layered box is everything you need to set up the benching table. From the legs and brackets to screws and cables, it’s in the box, along with instructions for putting it all together. You get loads of screws to attach the parts, and the tools (Allen keys, 2/2.5/3mm) that fit them.
Manual
Base Assembly with integrated PCB
AIB (PCIe) Securing Bracket
Radiator Bracket
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