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Gigabyte Z77X-UP5 TH @ Bjorn3D

“GIGABYTE was not long behind the release of Intel’s Thunderbolt, and quickly instituted the new technology on desktop boards. One of their first entries in the Z77 line with included Thunderbolt is the Z77X-UP5 TH. So far, it looks like a great product with dual-Thunderbolt, allowing for up to 12 devices. Let’s see if the board can perform as well as its specs say.”

ASRock Z77 OC Formula @ Hardware Secrets

“In addition, the ASRock Z77 OC Formula supports the Virtu Universal MVP, which allows you to combine the performance of the integrated graphics processor available in the CPU with the performance of any video card installed. This is similar to what occurs with the Hybrid SLI and ATI Hybrid Graphics technologies, with the notable difference of not being limited to GPUs from a specific manufacturer.”

ASRock X79 Extreme11 @ Hardware Secrets

“The ASRock X79 Extreme11 is probably the most complete motherboard released so far for the LGA2011 platform. It includes seven PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots, eight additional SAS/SATA-600 ports, eight USB 3.0 ports, and a high-end audio controller. The most important feature of this motherboard is the presence of two PLX PEX8747 chips, which allow you to install up to four PCI Express 3.0 video cards truly working at x16 speed.”

ASUS Maximus V GENE @ PureOC

“ASUS introduced their Z77 motherboards with the P8 series and we have to say, the P8Z77-V Deluxe and Pro we reviewed, are another example of ASUS staying on top of the industry. These boards have some of the most creative and innovative features we have seen in some time. At that time, ASUS did not have any Republic of Gamer (ROG) motherboards ready to rock for the enthusiasts.”

Gigabyte Z77X-UP5 TH @ Techgage

“First out the gate with Thunderbolt at TPU is none other than Gigabyte, with the Z77X-UP5 TH. Using a layout quite similar to its older sister the Z77X-UD5H, the newcomer Z77X-UP5 TH has a few other new features too, and should not be overlooked.”

ASUS P9X79 Deluxe @ Legit Reviews

“The ASUS P9X79 Deluxe motherboard that is feature rich as well as has all of the capabilities that all X79 based motherboards have. Some of the great features that ASUS included are: BT GO 3.0, and WiFi connectivity with other WiFi/Blue Tooth (BT)connected devices. So, let’s step inside and see what the ASUS P9X79 Deluxe motherboard has in store for us.”

ASUS P8Z77-V Pro @ Think Computers

“oday we’re looking at ASUS’ P8Z77-V PRO. Ranking 2nd in ASUS’s mainstream line of motherboards, ranking slightly above the P8Z77-V, and below the P8Z77-V DELUXE. Offering a 12-Phase all-digital power delivery design, 100% Japanese Capacitors, and support for SLI and CrossFire, it boasts all the required features required for a mainstream gamer or overclocker.”

Biostar Hi-Fi Z77X @ Hardware Secrets

“The Hi-Fi Z77X is the latest motherboard from Biostar targeted to the “Ivy Bridge” processors (third-generation Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 processors). Its main highlight is the presence of a sophisticated audio configuration. Let’s explore this product.”

ASRock X79 Extreme 11 @ PureOC

“ASRock has one of the most comprehensive X79 lineups of all manufacturers, and now the ASRock X79 Extreme 11 has appeared to shake things up further. The Extreme 11 has seven PCIE 3.0 slots (using the PLX PEX 8747 chip), eight SATA III ports and eight USB 3.0 ports. This is on top of a boatload of other features as well. Needless to say, the Extreme 11 is surely built for the performance inclined user.”

Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP4 TH @ TBreak

“The Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP4 TH comes as one of the latest editions to Gigabyte’s Z77 lineup of motherboards. Not content with the regular set of features, such as Dual UEFI BIOS and Virtu MVP dual iGPU + discrete GPU connectivity, Gigabyte’s latest motherboard comes not with just one but two Thunderbolt ports.”