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DFI LANPARTY LT X48-T2R Mainboard: Find 6+n Differences

[ 05/08/08 | by Doors4ever]

In our today’s article we are going to compare the DFI LANPARTY mainboard on the Intel X48 Express chipset with the predecessor. These products seem to be absolutely identical at first glance, but we will try to spot the differences. Join the game!

Surprises from ASRock 4Core1600P35-WiFi+: Good and Bad

[ 05/01/08 | by Doors4ever]

We are going to talk about a new ASRock mainboard that supports DDR2 and DDR3 memory, new 45nm processors including quad-core ones, 1600MHz FSB, WiFi, FireWire, eSATA. All these are indisputable advantages, but there are also a few serious drawbacks…

Do We Really Need Intel X48 Express? - Gigabyte GA-X48T-DQ6 Mainboard Review

[ 04/15/08 | by Ilya Gavrichenkov]

Intel X48 based mainboards are already starting to sell in stores and get the users pretty confused. Is the new chipset worth our attention or it is hardly that much different from the Intel X38? Our review dedicated to a new Gigabyte mainboard will help answer this question.

Foxconn DigitaLife X38A Mainboard Review

[ 03/27/08 | by Doors4ever]

Excellent PCB layout, good accessories bundle, broad functionality of the Intel X38 Express chipset it is based on and diverse additional onboard controllers adding even more to this functionality. This is what Foxconn’s X38A mainboard from the DigitaLife series has to offer. But how good is it for overclocking? Let’s find out!

MSI X48 Platinum Mainboard Review

[ 03/14/08 | by Doors4ever]

Let’s check out the PCB layout, BIOS features and overclocking potential of the new mainboard on Intel X48 Express chipset. In this article we are also going to investigate in detail such phenomenon as CPU degradation.

DDR2 or DDR3: MSI P35 Platinum Combo Mainboard Review

[ 02/29/08 | by Doors4ever]

Today we are going to introduce to you a very interesting combo solution from MSI that is based on Intel P35 Express chipset and can work with DDR3 or DDR2 SDRAM. Find out what the pros and cons of this approach are from our detailed review.

DFI LANParty LT X38-T2R Mainboard Review

[ 02/21/08 | by Doors4ever]

Today we are going to talk about a new DFI solution from the LANParty series targeted for extreme enthusiasts and overclocking fans and based on Intel X38 Express chipset. In this article we will reveal all numerous unique features of this mainboard, show if it is suitable for a regular overclocker and can be used for "normal" non-extreme overclocking experiments as successfully as for extreme ones.

abit IX38 QuadGT Mainboard Review

[ 02/13/08 | by Doors4ever]

Today we are going to talk about a new abit mainboard on Intel X38 Express chipset that boasts remarkable features and functionality, overclocks processors quickly and easily. Among the innovations introduced in this product we should mention unique chipset cooling system and digital processor voltage regulator. Read more in our review!

ASUS Maximus Extreme Mainboard Review

[ 02/05/08 | by Doors4ever]

Today we are going to talk about ASUS mainboard on Intel X38 Express chipset with DDR3 SDRAM support. The mainboard is almost ideal: remarkable accessories bundle, superb PCB layout, outstanding and rich features. So, why “almost”? Read our review to find out!

Intel DX38BT Overclocker Mainboard Review

[ 01/31/08 | by Doors4ever]

Today we would like to talk about a new flagship mainboard from Intel – DX38BT that features advanced overclocking friendly options and is specifically designed for extreme overclocking fans. Read our in-depth review for details!

Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L (rev. 1.0) Mainboard Review

[ 01/04/08 | by Doors4ever]

Our today’s review will be devoted to an inexpensive Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L mainboard based on Intel P35 Express chipset that sells at a little over $100 these days. We were very pleased with Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L mainboard: smart PCB design, pretty rich set of connectors, features and functions. We admired easy and quick processor overclocking procedure. Read more in our review!

ASRock 4Core1333-eSATA2 Mainboard on Intel P31 Express Chipset

[ 12/26/07 | by Doors4ever]

We would like to talk about a mainboard from ASRock based on Intel P31 Express chipset but offering most of the features an Intel P35 Express based mainboard would have. Check out our review to see if ASRock managed to design another wonder product.

Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 Mainboard Review

[ 11/29/07 | by Ilya Gavrichenkov]

The Intel X38 based mainboard with DDR2 SDRAM support from Gigabyte pleased us with the absence of some frustrating drawbacks we have seen before. Let’s find out if the improvements made to this board make it worth our recommendation to computer enthusiasts.

Asus P5E Mainboard Review

[ 11/18/07 | by Ilya Gavrichenkov]

Today we are going to talk about a promising and relatively inexpensive solution from Asus based on Intel X38 chipset that supports DDR2 SDRAM and features PCB layout of a Maximus Formula.

Foxconn Mars Mainboard on Intel P35 Express Chipset

[ 11/12/07 | by Doors4ever]

We would like to discuss a great overclocking friendly solution on Intel P35 Express chipset from Foxconn aka Mars boasting excellent design, superb Gladiator BIOS, comparable performance and hopefully affordable price. Read more in our article!

Biostar TP35D2-A7 and TP35D3-A7 Deluxe Mainboards Review

[ 08/27/07 | by Doors4ever]

We would like to discuss two new Biostar solutions on Intel P35 Express chipset: one for DDR2 and another for DDR3 SDRAM. The remarkable thing about these products is that Biostar has put a lot of effort in creating an affordable mainboard for overclockers with excellent PCB design and rich features. Let’s find out how good these solutions turned out.

ECS P35T-A Mainboard Review

[ 08/20/07 | by Doors4ever]

Our today’s review is devoted to ECS P35T-A mainboard designed for Intel processors and based on a popular and relatively new Intel P35 Express chipset. Find out more about the mainboard features and performance in our new article.

Gigabyte GA-P35C-DS3R Mainboard with Universal Memory Controller

[ 08/02/07 | by Ilya Gavrichenkov]

Today we are going to test a very attractive universal mainboard from Gigabyte that belongs to Ultra Durable 2 series. It boasts simultaneous support of DDR2 and DDR3 memory. Let’s find out what the cons and pros of this flexibility are.

DFI LANPARTY UT NF680i LT SLI-T2R Mainboard: Choice of Free, Wealthy and Dedicated Enthusiasts

[ 07/27/07 | by Doors4ever]

Today we are going to talk about a DFI LANPARTY UT NF680i LT SLI-T2R mainboard, a solution based on the “lite” (LT) modification of Nvidia nForce 680i SLI chipset. The mainboard makes a very good impression, boasts very rich BIOS functionality, works great with the memory, but in the end it will not fit any overclocking fan. Find out why from our detailed review!

abit IP35 Pro Mainboard Review

[ 07/19/07 | by Doors4ever]

We have just finished testing a new abit mainboard that made a great impression. Looks like the well-known company is really coming back: its mainboard on Intel P35 Express chipset makes us believe that the times when abit was the best choice for hardware enthusiasts are really coming back. Read more in our review of this award winning product!