Huddo93
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System Name | Gaming Rig |
---|---|
Processor | i7 2600k @ 4.5GHz |
Motherboard | Asus Z77 Deluxe-V |
Cooling | Corsair H100 |
Memory | RipjawsX 8GB @ 2133MHz 11-11-11-30 |
Video Card(s) | EVGA GTX670 SC @ 1300MHz core |
Storage | OCZ Vertex 4 256GB + 1TB Samsung HDD |
Display(s) | 23" LG W2343T |
Case | Corsair 650D |
Power Supply | Corsiar AX-850 |
Hi All,
I have decided to finally upgrade from my X38 board and CPU to the Z68/P67 board with a 2500k.
I have not been able to get a solid decision on a motherboard as I am a little confused by the marketing of some of the new boards from ASUS/asRock/MSI.
Basically I'm confused by all the PCI 3.0 jargon, (is it really PCI 3.0?) or is it just a gimmick?
ALSO
Are all the LGA 1155 socket boards compatible with Ivy Bridge when its released (Or is it just Z68 or only the PCI 3.0 motherboards)?
So in essence once I know if PCI 3.0 support is worth while (I am looking to keep this mother board for 3 years) and if it is possible to upgrade on any LGA 1155 board to Ivy Bridge. Then I might finally get a solution
These are a few boards I was looking at (Keep in mind I am in Australia)
Asus Z68 Deluxe Gen 3
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?
main_page=product_info&cPath=138_711_1183&products_id=18610
Asus Z68 Deluxe (NOT Gen 3)
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=138_711_1183&products_id=17497
asRock Z68 Extreme 7 Gen3
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=138_711_1183&products_id=18136
If there are any other good premium motherboards out there please let me know I couldnt be bothered listing all of them!
Basically I'm looking at premium products ($250-$400 AUD) but I'm trying to figure out if the PCI 3.0 branding is really worth the price jump? + Ivy Bridge support
Thanks to Anyone who can help clear things up for me plus if any of you have had experience with any of these boards please give any positive or negative feedback
THANKS!
I have decided to finally upgrade from my X38 board and CPU to the Z68/P67 board with a 2500k.
I have not been able to get a solid decision on a motherboard as I am a little confused by the marketing of some of the new boards from ASUS/asRock/MSI.
Basically I'm confused by all the PCI 3.0 jargon, (is it really PCI 3.0?) or is it just a gimmick?
ALSO
Are all the LGA 1155 socket boards compatible with Ivy Bridge when its released (Or is it just Z68 or only the PCI 3.0 motherboards)?
So in essence once I know if PCI 3.0 support is worth while (I am looking to keep this mother board for 3 years) and if it is possible to upgrade on any LGA 1155 board to Ivy Bridge. Then I might finally get a solution
These are a few boards I was looking at (Keep in mind I am in Australia)
Asus Z68 Deluxe Gen 3
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?
main_page=product_info&cPath=138_711_1183&products_id=18610
Asus Z68 Deluxe (NOT Gen 3)
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=138_711_1183&products_id=17497
asRock Z68 Extreme 7 Gen3
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=138_711_1183&products_id=18136
If there are any other good premium motherboards out there please let me know I couldnt be bothered listing all of them!
Basically I'm looking at premium products ($250-$400 AUD) but I'm trying to figure out if the PCI 3.0 branding is really worth the price jump? + Ivy Bridge support
Thanks to Anyone who can help clear things up for me plus if any of you have had experience with any of these boards please give any positive or negative feedback
THANKS!