ASRock Z77 Extreme6

ASRock Z77 Extreme6 @ Hardware Secrets

“The Intel Z77 chipset will be released in April, but we had the privilege of getting the ASRock Z77 Extreme6 for a “first look” article. It will be an entry high-end (or top mid-range, if you will) socket 1155 motherboard targeted to the forthcoming “Ivy Bridge” processors (third-generation Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 processors) and also supporting the current “Sandy Bridge” models (second-generation Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 processors).”

MSI Z77A-GD55

MSI Z77A-GD55 @ TBreak

“So let’s see what comes along with this shiny new motherboard from MSI. Since this is the GD55 version of the Z77A chipset, most of the extra accessories is reserved for some of their higher-end models, like the GD65. What we get are 4x SATA cables, an SLI bridge, a rear I/O panel, drivers CD and installation guide books.”

Gigabyte GA-X79-UD5

Gigabyte GA-X79-UD5 @ Bjorn3D

“On the bright side, the X79-UD5 does come with some welcomed additions. For the first time, GIGABYTE provides their buyers with a Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi add-on card. The UD5 is also one of the high-end motherboards in GIGABYTE’s X79 chipset lineup that comes with 8 DIMM memory slots for up to 64GB of DDR3 2400MHz memory goodness.”

ASUS Rampage IV Formula

ASUS Rampage IV Formula @ Benchmark Reviews

“The ASUS Rampage IV Formula LGA 2011 motherboard is one of the latest releases in the Republic of Gamers line. Here at Benchmark Reviews, we’ve gotten our hands on an ASUS Rampage IV Fomula Battlefield 3 Edition motherboard and we are taking you piece by piece as we explore this enthusiast inspired piece of hardware.”

Gigabyte Z77 Motherboards: A Preview

Gigabyte Z77 Motherboards: A Preview @ Bjorn3D

“Besides the chipset difference, the main difference between the model numbers is that the boards designated “Z77X” support CrossFireX and SLI in dual x8 configuration. While all motherboards will support CrossFireX,  only the “X” models will support CrossFireX and SLI in dual x8 configuration.”

Gigabyte GA-Z77M-D3H Preview

Gigabyte GA-Z77M-D3H Preview @ eTeknix

“There is a lot to offer with the Z77M-D3H, and sadly a lot of it I can’t mention, and that pains me, as all I want to do more than anything right now, is to share these secrets with our loyal readers, but sadly that will have to wait for another day, but in all honesty, it’s worth it and we know that a lot of you can already pinpoint some of the main features from rumours but we can’t be seen to condone any of this rumours so for now will keep quiet.”

ASRock Z77 Extreme4 First Look

ASRock Z77 Extreme4 First Look @ Hardware Secrets

“The Intel Z77 chipset will be released in April, but we had the privilege of getting the ASRock Z77 Extreme4 for a “first look” article. It will be a mainstream socket 1155 motherboard targeted to the forthcoming “Ivy Bridge” processors (third-generation Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 processors) and also supporting the current “Sandy Bridge” models (second-generation Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 processors). Let’s see what the ASRock Z77 Extreme4 will have to offer.”

ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z

ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z @ Hardware Secrets

“We are going to take a look at the highest-end socket 1155 motherboard from ASUS, the Maximus IV Extreme-Z, which offers four PCI Express x16 slots supporting high speeds and a myriad of advanced options for the extreme enthusiast. We already wrote about its predecessor Maximus IV Extreme, which has pretty much the same features, but uses the Intel P67 chipset.”

MSI Big Bang XPower II

MSI Big Bang XPower II @ TweakTown

“While the motherboard side of things has been a bit quieter recently, a couple of good looking ones have arrived that we need to get stuck into. While it looks like the video card market isn’t going to slow down any time soon, the motherboard market on the other hand is about to go into overdrive as we see the launch of the Intel Z77 Express Ivy Bridge platform soon.”

Gigabyte X79-UD3

Gigabyte X79-UD3 @ Think Computers

“Gigabyte’s lineup of Intel X79 or Sandy Bridge-E motherboards is only made up of four boards.  For gamers there is the G1 Assassin 2, X79-UD7-OC for overclockers, and X79-UD5 for enthusiasts.  This brings us to the X79-UD3 which is Gigabyte’s entry-level and least expensive Intel X79 motherboard coming it at $249.  Sandy Bridge-E is Intel’s high-end platform and the X79 chipset is much improved over its P67/Z68 counterparts.”