Last week we’ve reviewed a motherboard based on the Intel’s latest chipset for enthusiasts, X48. Nvidia closely monitored launch of Intel’s new chipset and decided to take on it with its own high-end chipset for Intel’s processors, nForce 790i Ultra SLI. New chipset brings support for DDR3 memory, 3-Way SLI, 1600FSB and all 45nm Penryn-based processors. Finally.
Features:
- Intel Quad-core CPU Ready - Intel Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo Ready - Support Intel next generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU - NVIDIA nForce 790i Ultra SLI - Dual-channel DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C)/1333/1066/800 Support - Fusion Block System - CPU Level Up - Memory Level Up - LCD Poster - SupremeFX II 8-CH Audio
Packaging:
As usual, Asus has been one of the first motherboard manufacturers with their board on the market. Asus’s 790i board is branded under Striker brand, obviously aimed at gamers and enthusiasts alike. Motherboard is packed in a big gray box featuring popular Company of Heroes: Opposing Force game. Yes, this is one of the first motherboards bundled with a game.
Upon opening of the box, we found another box named Accessory box with a DVD Driver, full copy of COH: OP, Manual, new Asus badge sticker, SLI bridge, 3-Way SLI bridge, 3x sensor cables, some cable ties, Asus Q-Connectors, DIY pedestal, some 3/8 & 1/2 fittings for the fusion block on the board, USB and FireWire bracket, I/O backplate shield, LCD poster, optional fan, 6x SATA cables, Molex to SATA power cable, IDE cable, and FDD cable.
