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Testseek.com have collected 135 expert reviews of the MSI Z77A-GD65 and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for MSI Z77A-GD65.
Award: Editor’s Choice May 2012
May 2012
 
(88%)
135 Reviews
Users
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1 Reviews
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The editors liked

  • Performance
  • Both stock and overclocked
  • Black and Red color scheme and Dragon branding
  • Killer NIC
  • Accessible PCI-Express x1 slot with all PCI-Express x16 slots filled
  • Price
  • UEFI BIOS design and usability
  • Motherboard manual information
  • Great Aesthetic Appeal
  • Overclocking Stability
  • Feature Rich Software
  • 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
  • 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
  • Amazing new esthetic design
  • Right down to its dragon-shaped heatsinks
  • Equipped with the brand-new Killer Gaming Networks E2205 Ethernet controller for the best in low-latency
  • Gaming-prioritized internet traffic
  • Shocking USB 3.0 performance
  • Huge VRM c

The editors didn't like

  • Killer NIC high CPU utilization
  • CMOS battery and CMOS reset jumper placement
  • ‹ Overclocking Results
  • Review Index
  • Introduction and Technical SpecificationsFeatures
  • Layout
  • And Bundled AccessoriesMotherboard DeconstructedBundled ApplicationsBIOS Featu
  • The rear panel VGA connector may be a waste
  • But this is a minor gripe
  • 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
  • Software launch time can be improved
  • Slightly elevated price compared to similar boards currently available
  • Low automatic overclocking profile without obvious user adjustments to settings
  • Stock Turbo profile rather relaxed
  • Proper high-end memory support requires a BIOS update

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  Published: 2012-04-08, Author: Geoff , review by: Techreport.com

  • 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...

 
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  Published: 2012-04-07, Author: James , review by: pureoverclock.com

  • 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...

 
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  Published: 2012-04-07, review by: benchmarkreviews.com

  • 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...

 
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  Published: 2012-03-05, review by: guru3d.com

  • 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...

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  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 ...

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  Published: 2012-03-04, review by: futurelooks.com

  • Abstract:  At CES 2012 this year, we saw MSI unveil their new INTEL Z77 series motherboards, which supports INTEL’s 2nd generation and up and coming 3rd generation LGA1155 CPUs. The MSI Z77A-GD65 is now in the labs which means that we’ll be reporting back to you ...

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  Published: 2012-03-04, Author: Dan , review by: legitreviews.com

  • The MSI Z77A-GD65 is an overall great board. If you are looking to build a socket 1155 system and want to wait for availability of the Intel Z77 chipset the MSI Z77A-GD65 is a great bet! ...

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  Published: 2012-03-02, Author: Dan , review by: legitreviews.com

  • Abstract:  Earlier in the year we had the opportunity to meet with MSI while we were in Las Vegas Nevada for CES 2012. While we were visiting their suite they showed us one of their boards that will be available for the upcoming Intel 'Ivy Bridge' processor la...

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  Published: 2012-04-09, review by: overclockersclub.com

  • Overclocking, 3D BIOS, 3D Power, Ultra Durable 4...
  • No real performance advantage over Z68...
  • MSI: Z77A-GD65 Looking at the MSI Z77A-GD65 you have a motherboard that comes with a full feature set that is forward compatible with Intel's upcoming 3rd Generation Core series processors that will most definitely use the feature set on this chipset ...

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  Published: 2013-05-24, review by: tweaktown.com

  • Coming in at $179.99 at the time of writing, the MSI Z77A-GD65 Gaming really comes in at a good price point considering the performance of the board and just the overall look. I think the big thing at the moment is how long will the Z77 platform be ar...

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