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ASUS Rampage II Gene mATX X58 Motherboard Review

Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan

2009-08-31 11:00:00.0


X-bit Labs have posted a review of the ASUS Rampage II Gene, an enthusiast-oriented MicroATX X58 motherboard.

Let's see what they had to say:

"As for the actual Asus Rampage II Gene mainboard discussed today, it turned out an extreme success. Pretty good accessories bundle, smart and convenient layout despite small size, excellent BIOS functionality, superb CPU and memory overclocking potential – all these things command respect and change the way we take this small microATX mainboard. There are a few drawbacks, but they are insignificant and can be easily eliminated. And don’t be misled by the “kid’s” size of the Asus Rampage II Gene mainboard: it is a fully-functional solution that will give a head start to many competitors out there. The only restriction we uncovered is the higher power consumption in nominal mode. If you are not planning to overclock your CPU, then maybe you should consider a more energy-efficient mainboard. In all other vases, Asus Rampage II Gene will never disappoint you."


Click here to read the full review.

If you are in the market for a compact Core i7 system and want to do some heavy overclocking as well, this is the only motherboard you should consider.

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