MSI always has a popular product at hand with the GD65 series motherboards. It sits in-between mainstream and extremely high-end, both performance and pricing wise. What you get is a very versatile motherboard with some enthusiast options like the onboar...
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Published: 2012-04-23, Author: Dan , review by: legitreviews.com
Abstract: In the beginning of March we started looking at Intel Z77 motherboards, we started with the MSI Z77A-GD65 Intel Z77 motherboard. During this preview we ran our full in-depth testing suite and compared it to the ASUS P8Z68-V Pro Intel Z68 platform. I...
So Far…)What does all this mean? It simply means that the MSI Z77A-GD65 motherboard is a solid new platform for Intel’s 3rd Generation and especially 2nd Generation processors. Stability continues to be top notch and performance favors Sandy Bridge j...
Good overclocking potential, Good performance, Very nice software bundle, Lower power consumption, OC Genie and Turbo for simple overclocking, Onboard debug code, Dual BIOS, Onboard voltage contact point
Software launch time can be improved
Just like we said, the MSI Z77A-GD65 is clearly designed for enthusiasts and not for someone looking for bundles of accessories. The board does not have WiFi, Bluetooth, or external FireWire (there's one internal header), or extra USB 3.0 (though two ...
Published: 2012-04-08, Author: Ian , review by: anandtech.com
Abstract: Well, today is a day that everyone was expecting but not the most exciting day of the month. Today, Intel officially releases the spate of 7-series chipsets for their 3 rd generation Core microarchitecture processors (read—Ivy Bridge), despite the actual ...
Abstract: Intel's next-generation processor may be the worst-kept secret in the industry right now. Intel has disclosed quite a bit about Ivy Bridge, and other details have already leaked onto the web, including specifications, benchmark results, and Intel's own ma...
In the recent past, we have seen motherboards with what we call “Intellegent” capabilities. Old school overclocking required a lot of patience, a lot of adjustments and most of all, endless epic sessions to find better performance and core speeds. That...
Z77 Express brings native USB 3.0 at last, Lucid Virtu MVP, Slot spacing ideal for SLI/Crossfire setups, OC Genie II provides quick, safe overclocks, POST code display and dual switchable BIOS make troublehooting and disaster recovery easy, Mil spec components,
Stickers leave residue on the board, OC Genie kinda conservative, No compelling reason to upgrade from Z68...unless you depend on USB 3 mass storage
IMPORTANT: Although the rating and final score mentioned in this conclusion are made to be as objective as possible, please be advised that every author perceives these factors differently at various points in time. While we each do our best to ensure...
Abstract: With CeBIT 2012 in vicinity MSI is allowing us to show you some pictures of their upcoming Z77A-GD65. Now we got the OK for this photo preview moments ago as a direct result of some NDA breaches from two USA websites. The MSI Z77A-GD65 is intended f...
Published: 2012-03-05, Author: Victor , review by: Bjorn3d.com
Abstract: MSI has debuted their upcoming Z77A-GD65 board, supporting Socket 1155 processors. The board features PCIE 3.0, USB 3.0, and plenty of other features for overclocking. Check out the pictures for more info.[review_ad]MSI previewed their Z77A-GD65 board at ...