Biostar Hi-Fi Z77X

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 4 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

2
Average:

0
Bad:

0

Pros:

Good audio rendering.
Excellent onboard cooling that still provides excellent clearance for addon parts.
Many unexpected overclocking specific features, too many to list.

Cons:

Memory overclock ability is not as good as expected and lead to poor overclocked performance.
Only three fan headers.

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Last revision on December 3, 2014

Reviewers Liked

Good audio rendering
Excellent onboard cooling that still provides excellent clearance for addon parts
Many unexpected overclocking specific features, too many to list
Excellent pricing
Simple colorscheme that can easily match other components well
Fully functional AMI UEFI BIOS
Puro HiFi Audio is Awesome
Onboard Power and Reset Switches
LED Post Error Display
Customizable Boot Logo
Nice Overclocking Utility
Microphone Included

Reviewers Didn't Like

Memory overclock ability is not as good as expected and lead to poor overclocked performance
Only three fan headers
Not enough cables in the box for all internal SATA ports
No Screenshot in UEFI
Only 4 USB 3.0 ports
Only 2 SATA 6Gb/s

Expert reviews and ratings

Another impressive motherboard from...

By Kitguru.net on April 02, 2013

Biostar has done a pretty good job with the Hi-Fi Z77X motherboard. It does a pretty good job at stock, and although it definitely isn't the most efficient when it comes to overall performance, it IS the most efficient when it comes to power used...

By techPowerUp! on November 02, 2012

With the HiFi Z77X, Biostar leaves quite a good impression We really liked the design of this board The black matte PCB combined with black expansion slots and blue coolers and capacitors looks really nice Furthermore there is the beefed up audio...

By Ocaholic on October 04, 2012

The Biostar Hi-Fi Z77X performs just like you would expect a Z77 motherboard to perform. It works great, supports high speed RAM, and runs like a champ. The features are easy to use and very self-explanatory. The Hi-Fi Z77X doesn't really outperform...

By Benchmark Reviews on September 26, 2012

BIOSTAR Z77 offerings with the Hi-Fi-Z77X being their latest rendition. It's all about the audio, BIOSTAR's Puro Hi-Fi audio to be exact. The idea behind this motherboard is to attract the overclocker, the gamer, the audiophile, and those that might be...

By extremespec.net on April 17, 2013

Biostar has taken a different approach with the Hi-Fi Z77X, and it's great to see when a manufacturer tries to set itself apart from the crowd. The calibration mic and the headphone amplifier are definitely interesting extra features that are unique....

By uk.hardware.info on November 07, 2012

BIOSTAR isn't a brand we cover a lot . While we've generally been impressed with the company's enthusiast offerings, its presence hasn't been strong in North America. Availability of some of these great boards is somewhat lacking. So I was a little bit...

By HardOCP on October 09, 2012

Regarding the audio I think Biostar has done a good job, but admittedly I am not an audiophile. I damaged my hearing through years of listening to loud music and working in a machine shop. I don't own a multi-thousand dollar audio system, but I can...

By channelpronetwork.com on October 07, 2012

If you are looking for a better audio solution without breaking the bank, the BIOSTAR Hi-Fi Z77X is a great option for...

By Legit Reviews on September 20, 2012

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