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MSI Z77A-GD65

Based on 8 reviews

Excellent:

7
Good:

0
Average:

1
Bad:

0

Pros

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.
Native USB 3.0.
Slot spacing ideal for SLI/Crossfire setups.
OC Genie II provides quick, safe overclocks.

Cons

Software launch time can be improved.
Stickers leave residue on the board.
OC Genie kinda conservative.
No compelling reason to upgrade from Z68.

By Overclock3D on July 16, 2012

When we reviewed the P67 GD65 we found it to be good. It wasn't, to us, quite as stunning as some people seemed to be claiming, but it was alright. The Z77A-GD65 definitely is as great as the original we claimed to be.No matter which area you focus...

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By X-bit Labs on July 05, 2012

During our MSI Z77A-GD65 review we pointed out its numerous advantages and minor drawbacks. It is hard to predict what your impression of the board is after reading our review: it all depends on the importance of certain aspects for your specific...

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By AnandTech on May 07, 2012

So we have survived one of the biggest days of the year for all things computer performance related - the release of Intel's new Ivy Bridge processor. It replaces Sandy Bridge in the landscape of all things processor related, with Ivy Bridge...

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By TweakTown on April 27, 2012

I find myself really confused when it comes to the MSI Z77A-GD65. The fact that out of the box performance is a little lower than the ASRock board is a little disappointing and the AIDA64 RAM performance as well when we overclocked was a little...

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By Guru of 3D on April 25, 2012

With the release of Ivy Bridge processors we finally start on our reviews on Intel Z77 motherboards as well. As such we'll handle the MSI Z77A-GD65 motherboard today. The Z77 is of course the Intel chipset predominantly released for Ivy Bridge based...

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By Vortez on April 23, 2012

Ever since the Z77A-GD65 arrived I have been keen to share my thoughts on this delightful offering from MSI. Those reading this will have undoubtedly read various Z77 motherboard reviews around the web already; we have held back any reviews as we...

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By Legit Reviews on April 23, 2012

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....

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By FutureLooks on April 22, 2012

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...

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By HardwareZone.com on April 10, 2012

With Intel's Ivy Bridge processors expected to be officially launched on the 29th April, it's time we geared up on more Intel Z77 motherboard previews to whet your appetite. The Intel Z77 Express chipset will be the main component of most...

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By TechRadar on April 10, 2012

MSI's first Z77 effort doesn't do a lot wrong, but it's not the best showcase of Intel's brand new...

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