MSI 790FX-GD70 Socket AM3 ATX

  • Brand : MSI
  • Product name : 790FX-GD70
  • Product code : 7577-020R
  • Category : Motherboards
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  • Long product name MSI 790FX-GD70 Socket AM3 ATX :

    790FX-GD70 WINKI - AM3, Phenom II, 5200MT/s, AMD® 790FX+SB750, DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600/1800/2133(OC), ATX

  • MSI 790FX-GD70 Socket AM3 ATX :

    DrMOS has integrated Driver IC, Top-MOSFET, Bottom-MOSFET
    GreenPower
    GreenPower Technology is the Best efficient power saving solution for end-users.

    XpressCool
    DrMOS offers lower temperature when it is working.
    No More Noise!! No More High Speed Fan!!

    RapidBoost
    DrMOS delivers the high quality power transfer to
    bring the “Stable Overclocking Environment”.

    APS is Active Phase Switching, that is complete function to Control Power Demand With Switcing Dynamically, it’s for CPU, Memory and Chipset PWM.

    Benefits:
    Saving Power under Variable Loading.
    Power Usage More Efficiency.

  • Short summary description MSI 790FX-GD70 Socket AM3 ATX :

    MSI 790FX-GD70, AMD, Socket AM3, 16 GB, 10/100/1000, ATX, 7.1 channels

  • Long summary description MSI 790FX-GD70 Socket AM3 ATX :

    MSI 790FX-GD70. Processor manufacturer: AMD, Processor socket: Socket AM3. Maximum internal memory: 16 GB. Networking features: 10/100/1000. Motherboard form factor: ATX, Audio output channels: 7.1 channels, Audio chip: Realtek ALC889. Width: 340 mm, Depth: 245 mm

Specs
Processor
Processor manufacturer AMD
Processor socket Socket AM3
Memory
Number of memory slots 4
Maximum internal memory 16 GB
Internal I/O
USB 2.0 connectors 2
Number of SATA connectors 8
S/PDIF out connector
Front panel audio connector
CD/AUX audio in
ATX Power connector (24-pin)
Power fan connector
Rear panel I/O ports
USB 2.0 ports quantity 7
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 2
eSATA ports quantity 1

Rear panel I/O ports
PS/2 ports quantity 2
Parallel ports quantity 1
Serial ports quantity 1
Network
Networking features 10/100/1000
Features
Audio chip Realtek ALC889
Audio output channels 7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor ATX
Power source type ATX
Expansion slots
PCI Express x1 slots 1
PCI Express x16 slots 4
Weight & dimensions
Width 340 mm
Depth 245 mm
Other features
Floppy disk drive connector
Reviews
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:26
Average rating:86
Uk has collected 31 expert reviews for MSI 790FX-GD70 Socket AM3 ATX and the average expert rating is 86 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
trustedreviews.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:17
Average rating:80
We've already taken a look at AMD's new, high-end 890FX chipset with the ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 , which offered an exclusive four USB 3.0 ports. Let's see what MSI makes of it with its latest and greatest GD70-series gaming-oriented AM3 motherboard, the 890...
techradar.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:20
Average rating:80
The recent CPU wars have caused somewhat of a war for motherboard manufacturers, each releasing their new socket mobos to coincide with the release of the top spec processors. We have got our grubby mitts on a review sample of the new mobo from MSI, sp...
  • Future proofed, Backwards compatible with old AMD chips, DDR3 support, BIOS free overclocking...
  • Expensive...
hardwarecanucks.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:22
Average rating:0
With AMD’s newest processors making a splash into the CPU market, the demand for boards based on their chipsets has suddenly expanded by leaps and bounds. MSI has been leading the rush to cater to the burgeoning AM3 enthusiast market and the new 790F...
  • physical layout, Oversize and functional passive cooling solution, 8 SATA, eSATA and and seven USB 2.0 ports, Excellent busoverclocking headroom, Very feature rich BIOS with 13 individual voltage adjustments, OC Dial feature and convenience switches, Stab...
  • Bottom PCIE 16X slot only accepts singleslot cards in most enclosures, Included software on utility CD is buggy. Definitely be sure to download the latest versions from MSI’s website.
  • We must admit, the MSI 790FX-GD70 has left us with a very positive impression.Beginning with physical aspects of the board, we’d have to say that the overall layout of the GD70 is very good. Considering that it is stacked with expansion slots, MSI d...
atomicmpc.com.au
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:22
Average rating:81
Weve had a look at a swathe of boards from MSI before, each of them with their own endearing quirks. From loopy Zalman heatsinks, to boards with built in waterblocks, weve seen a lot - but this has two funny features that are actually very cool (with...
  • Solid and dependable, but don’t expect world records...
Computerpoweruser.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:20
Average rating:90
Although it may not be the most feature-laden 790FX board available, MSI has done a tremendous job with the 790FX-GD70. Enthusiasts itching to build a high-end AM3-based system should seriously consider this motherboard.
hardocp.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:20
Average rating:0
MSI is a well known name to the world of computing enthusiasts. They maintain a wide product range of motherboards, graphics cards, and other products. Their motherboards range from basic no frills designs for the OEM market to more expensive and high...
  • The MSI 790FX-GD70 motherboard seems to be an extremely stable and solid platform for anyone looking to build a stock Phenom II system that shows to be an extremely energy efficient and cool running product. When you move into the enthusiast realm howe...
legitreviews.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:22
Average rating:0
We have the opportunity to look at another AMD Socket AM3 motherboard in our review today. This one is the 790FX-GD70 from MSI and it is poised to be the flagship motherboard of the AM3 lineup for MSI. MSI has been around for quite some time, a...
  • The MSI 790FX-GD70 motherboard left us wanting... wanting more for the price, wanting better performance and certainly wanting a board that we can overclock...
futurelooks.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:22
Average rating:85
So far we’ve reviewed two 790FX based motherboards for the AMD platform: one from GIGABYTE and the other from ASUS. They were both decent performers, with the GIGABYTE board edging out the ASUS and finding a home in my AMD test rig. However all this...
  • Overall the MSI 790FX-GD70 AM3 790FX-based motherboard is a good all around motherboard that presents a wonderful selection of features for a good price. The numbers posted seem to right where they should be, and the extras like overclocking work wel...
ixbtlabs.com
Updated:
2016-11-15 01:44:22
Average rating:0
There are not many motherboards for Socket AM2+ with AMD 790FX + SB750. And with the appearance of AM3 we can expect all manufacturers to "make up leeway", that is to launch new top models, for which this chipset is a natural choice. So along with DDR...
  • This motherboard fits the top model profile in exterior (e.g. blue LEDs indicating the number of active phases in power circuits of a CPU, memory, and chipset) and especially in peripheral interfaces. It offers well thought-out fan speed control. Its...
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