ASUS Maximus II GENE P45 mATX Motherboard Review

"Overall though, this motherboard is arguably a dream come true for those who like the mATX standard and who have been patiently waiting for a proper enthusiast-class LGA775 motherboard to hit the market. Sure, Intel is releasing a brand new mainstream platform very soon, but the Intel Core 2 / P45 chipset combo will be not disappearing anytime in the near future, and can still make a potent little configuration when centered around the MIIG. The Maximus II GENE does have one Achilles' Heel at the moment...availability. This model cannot be found in-stock, or even for sale, anywhere in North America. We also don't yet have a firm confirmation as to how much it will cost, and that will also obviously be a determining factor as to whether this model is a worthwhile purchase."