Stephen ASRock X58 Extreme @ TweakTown
“The X58 Extreme is one of these boards; it is meant for the Core i7, features overclocking and also high-performance memory support. It is also a subtle jab at GIGABYTE who has their own X58 Extreme mainboard. The X58 Extreme is a scaled down version of the X58 Supercomputer from ASRock, with a correspondingly scaled price.”
Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-UD2H @ Motherboards.org
“The MA785GMT-UD2H motherboard has a lot going for it. It is relatively inexpensive at 89.99 on Newegg as of this morning. For that price you get the full package including the best featured integrated graphics on the market, High Definition Audio in the form of the Realtek ALC889A CODEC, low noise with no fans on the NB, and a decent performer to boot.”
ASRock X58 Extreme @ X-Bit Labs
“ASRock X58 Extreme mainboard ships in a small nice looking box. The front of the packaging is decorated with refreshed Intel Core i7 processor logos, a sticker indicating that the board is Windows 7 ready, Nvidia SLI and ATI CrossFireX technologies logotypes. Moreover, the box also tells us that the board uses 8-phase processor voltage regulator circuitry and is equipped with a Powered eSATA connector.”
MSI X58M @ MadShrimps
“X58 chipset has been introduced to the market for 9 months, and is still on top-of-the-range of Intel product line. For some main board manufacturers, Micro ATX is no longer a low-priced product. We would like to introduce you MSI X58M which is a price-valued Micro ATX, which retails below $200.”
ASUS M4A79T Deluxe @ Bjorn3D
“Previously I reviewed one of MSI’s latest 790FX-GD70 and I considerd it to be hands down, one of the best AM3 boards I have used. Some time has past now and my collection has grown a bit more and today we get to toy with the Asus M4A79T Deluxe. It seems like we are getting rehahes of the tired 790FX chipset but with each board their seems to be more and more improvements.”
ASUS Rampage II GENE @ OC Club
“Even above the excellent quality and thoughtful inclusions however is the sheer fact that all of these features fit onto such a tiny board. Integrated X-Fi is extremely nice, and being able to run SLI or Crossfire on such a small board is a huge boon to gamers on the go. I am extremely impressed with the Asus Rampage II GENE and recommend it without reservation to anyone looking for a uATX board. I also recommend it to people just looking to get into overclocking, because with the temp monitors you can OC on auto, see what the board sets, and then work from there!”
Gigabyte GA-EP55-UD5 First Look @ PCStats
“In a matter of weeks Intel will unveil a new CPU architecture called the Core i5 processor. Welcome to the bleeding edge of technology folks. 🙂 It’s certainly an exciting change for computer enthusiasts, and today PCSTATS is pleased to be able to give you a First Look at Gigabyte’s newest Core i5 motherboard! We’ve got lots of photos of the upcoming Gigabyte GA-EP55-UD5 Intel P55 Express board.”
ASUS P7P55D Deluxe Preview @ Bjorn3D
“There are times in reviewing that you will always remember, this is one of those times. A freshly minted yet to be released P55 LGA 1156 Lynnfield motherboard beckons and there are few feelings that can compare to holding a newly minted Asus Deluxe Motherboard for the first time. Knowing that the feature packed Asus board is safely tucked away awaiting a Core i5/i7 for LGA 1156 to arrive so you can make the newest offering from Intel scream for mercy.”
Gigabyte MA770T-UD3P @ Neoseeker
“The Ultra Durable 3 technology is still the main emphasis, but a sticker has been added to promote the 3 years warranty in Canada and USA. I recall that the Ultra Durable 3 technology includes extra 2oz copper layers in the PCB, Japanese solid capacitors, lower Rds mosfets and ferrite core chokes, for the coolest operation, the most stable overclocks and the best power efficiency.”
ECS A785GM-M Black Edition @ Motherboards.org
“ECS’s board is a great fit for the Home Theater PC user that wants a quiet system with no fans besides the CPU cooler. The board has all of the features that you would want from a HTPC motherboard including HDMI, DVI-D and VGA ports on the back panel. The inclusion of the ALC888S audio CODEC and integrated HD 4200 graphics means that lossless Blu-Ray playback is possible with this motherboard without an additional graphics card.”