ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard AMD 790GX Socket AM3 ATX

  • Brand : ASUS
  • Product name : M4A78T-E
  • Product code : M4A78T-E
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  • Long product name ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard AMD 790GX Socket AM3 ATX :

    M4A78T-E - AMD Socket AM3, AMD 790GX/SB750 Up to 5200 MT/s, x DIMM, Max. 16 GB, DDR3 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 ECC,Non-ECC, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 x PCIe x1, 2 x PCI 2.2, ATI Radeon HD 3300 GPU, 1 xUltraDMA 133/100/66, 5 xSATA 3 Gb/s, Gigabit LAN, ATX

  • ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard AMD 790GX Socket AM3 ATX :

    CPU, Chipset and Graphics Features

    AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors (socket AM3)
    This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 1333 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process.

    SidePort Memory
    This motherboard features SidePort Memory, an individual onboard DDR3 memory serving as memory buffer for integrated graphics. With low CPU usage, the SidePort Memory provides integrated graphics acceleration and effectively boosts graphics performance.

    Dual-Channel DDR3 1600(O.C.)
    The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 25.6 GB/s. Furthermore, the supply voltage for the memory is reduced from 1.8 V for DDR2 to just 1.5 V for DDR3. This voltage reduction limits the power consumption and heat generation of DDR3 which makes it an ideal memory solution.

    Hybrid CrossFireX™ Support
    Boosted Performance with onboard GPU and discrete graphics card
    ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology. It takes your gaming experience to the next level boosting PC performance by enabling the chipset’s integrated graphics processor and a discrete GPU to operate simultaneously with combined output for blisteringly-fast frame rates unleashing the graphics performance
    * Visit www.amd.com for the Hybrid CrossFireX selected GPUs.

    AMD® 790GX / SB750
    AMD® 790GX / SB750 Chipset is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT3.0) interface speed and PCI Express™ 2.0 x 16 graphics. It is optimized with AMD´s latest AM3 and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.

    ATI CrossFireX™ Technology
    ATI’s CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images. CrossFireX™ allows higher anti-aliasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with the advanced 3D settings, and check the effects with a real-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center.

    HDMI/DVI/RGB Support
    Flexible Graphics Alternatives
    This motherboard supports multiple digital and analog display output interfaces - HDMI, DVI, and D-Sub. With such diversity of display outputs, you are able to choose and upgrade display devices freely.

    ASUS Power Solutions

    8+1 Phase Power Design
    To fully unleash the next-generation AM3 CPU´s potential, the ASUS M4 Series motherboards have adopted a brand new 8-phase VRM power design. It delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. Furthermore, high quality power components can effectively lower system temperature to ensure longer component lifespan. This series also features an extra 2 (or 1) phase power dedicated to integrated memory/HT controller.

    ASUS Anti-Surge Protection
    This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges.

    ASUS Overclocking Tools

    TurboV
    Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time O.C. - now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy O.C. tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C. settings in different scenarios.

    Precision Tweaker 2
    Allows the user to adjust the CPU voltage in 0.0125v steps and NB/DRAM voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltage to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration.

    Turbo Key
    ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games - with just one touch!!

    Other ASUS Features

    100% High-quality Solid Conductive Polymer Capacitors! (VRM 5000hrs lifespan @105°C, 500,000hrs @65°C)
    This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.

    ASUS Green Design

    EPU
    The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage for the CPU, VGA card, hard drives, and CPU/chassis fans- helping save power and money!

    Express Gate
    Taking only 5 seconds to bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! It´s a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house. What´s more, the user-friendly picture manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime!
    *The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models.

    ASUS Crystal Sound
    DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC
    DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups - your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround, “Bass enhancement” provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and “Voice clarification” provides clear human dialogue even with loud background sound. With these technologies, you may experience a better home-theater audio with ease.

    To experience DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC, download the updated audio driver & latest BIOS at www.asus.com.

    ASUS EZ DIY

    Q- Shield
    The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).

    EZ Flash2
    Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
    EZ Flash is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the pre-defined hotkey to launch this tool and update BIOS from a floppy disk before entering the OS.

    Q-Connector
    The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.

    ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

    Stylish Heatsink
    The streamline-shaped heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Not only the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special Streamline Airflow Guiding design lowers the temperature of the north bridge chipset through high efficient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS streamline-shaped heat-sink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance!

    ASUS Q-Fan 2
    ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.

    RoHS

    GreenASUS
    The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union´s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers´ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

  • Short summary description ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard AMD 790GX Socket AM3 ATX :

    ASUS M4A78T-E, AMD, Socket AM3, 16 GB, 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD, 512 MB, Radeon HD 3300

  • Long summary description ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard AMD 790GX Socket AM3 ATX :

    ASUS M4A78T-E. Processor manufacturer: AMD, Processor socket: Socket AM3. Maximum internal memory: 16 GB. RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD. Maximum graphics card memory: 512 MB, Graphics card: Radeon HD 3300. LAN controller: Atheros L1E, Networking features: Gigabit Ethernet

Specs
Processor
Processor manufacturer AMD
Processor socket Socket AM3
Memory
Number of memory slots 4
ECC
Non-ECC
Maximum internal memory 16 GB
Storage controllers
RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
Graphics
Maximum graphics card memory 512 MB
Graphics card Radeon HD 3300
Internal I/O
USB 2.0 connectors 3
Number of SATA connectors 5
Number of Parallel ATA connectors 1
S/PDIF out connector
Front panel audio connector
CD/AUX audio in
ATX Power connector (24-pin)
Number of EATX power connectors 1
Power fan connector
CPU fan connector
Number of chassis fan connectors 2
Chassis intrusion connector
Number of COM connectors 1
Number of IEEE1394 connectors 1
Rear panel I/O ports
USB 2.0 ports quantity 6

Rear panel I/O ports
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
eSATA ports quantity 1
PS/2 ports quantity 1
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports 1
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity 1
HDMI ports quantity 1
DVI-D ports quantity 1
Headphone outputs 1
S/PDIF out port
Network
LAN controller Atheros L1E
Networking features Gigabit Ethernet
Features
Motherboard chipset AMD 790GX
Audio chip VIA VT1708S
Audio output channels 7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor ATX
Power source type ATX
Expansion slots
PCI Express x1 slots 2
PCI Express x16 slots 2
PCI slots 2
BIOS
BIOS memory size 64 Mbit
Weight & dimensions
Width 305 mm
Depth 244 mm
Packaging content
Drivers included
Other features
Controller 2nd interface type UltraDMA 133/100/66
Controller interface type SATA 3 Gb/s
Floppy disk drive connector
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Reviews
Updated:
2011-09-25 15:13:34
Average rating:86
Uk has collected 13 expert reviews for ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard AMD 790GX 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:
2011-09-25 15:13:34
Average rating:90
Asus has dropped a bit of a clanger with the model code for the M4A78T-E. The name suggests a fourth generation Socket AM3 AMD Phenom II motherboard with an AMD 780 chipset. In fact the chipset is an AMD 790GX so we would expect this model to be called th...
hardwarecanucks.com
Updated:
2011-11-04 02:57:24
Average rating:0
limited warranty An AMD-based motherboard review here at Hardware Canucks? Unbelievable! But definitely WAY past due (Editor: If you only knew...). With the recent resurgence in the popularity of AMD processors, thanks to the surprisingly competent an...
  • CPU overclocking capabilities, Impressive IGP performance, Runs cool & power efficiently, Excellent BIOS, Superior connectivity, Impressive software suite, Decent Bang for the Buck...
  • but the M4A78E DDR2 model provides even better Bang for Buck, BIOSrelated "FSB Hole" & CPU/NB frequency limit, Not enough voltage and temperature readouts (as always).
  • Our very first AMD motherboard review is coming to a close and it has been an interesting experience. On the one hand, it is a whole lot of fun to overclock Phenom IIs, especially those with unlocked multipliers like our X3 720 Black Edition. However...
xbitlabs.com
Updated:
2011-09-25 15:13:34
Average rating:0
Foreword on CPUs and PlatformsFor many years I only dealt with Intel processors on testbeds, while my home systems were all built exclusively on AMD CPUs. Everything started long time ago with an AMD Athlon 750 Slot A CPU. There was a processor die in...
  • At first, numerous issues that we faced throughout the en tire test session wouldn’t let us adequately experience the benefits of the Asus M4A78T-E mainboard. Luckily, it turned out that the mainboard has nothing to do with most of these issues, and...
silentpcreview.com
Updated:
2011-09-25 15:13:34
Average rating:0
The Asus M4A78T-E is an AM3 ATX motherboard based on the 790GX/SB750 chipsets. It is another feature-rich board with integrated graphics, CrossFireX, and support for AMDs newest AM3 processors. We will be using a X3 720 Black Edition processor for tes...
  • With AM3 being so fresh, we had nothing to compare the Asus M4A78T-E to except its AM2+ variant, the M3A78-T. We found only minor differences between the two in terms with the boards splitting real-world timed tests, and the AM3 M4A78T-E pulling sligh...
Bjorn3d.com
Updated:
2011-09-25 15:13:34
Average rating:85
Asus has always been in the fast lane when it comes to releasing new technology and this time theyre one of the first to field a viable AM3 board that budget minded enthusiasts can afford. The Asus M4A78T-E is targeted toward the new AM3 Phenom II li...
  • Great Overclocking Ability, Stable Even Overclocked, Price, Performance Above It Price Point, Onboard GPU for Backup, Good Board Layout...
  • No Bundle or Onboard Switches (Power, Reset, Clear CMOS), Price...
  • All in all, we enjoyed the Asus M4A78T-E. We also enjoyed the M3A78T. Both were very capable motherboards. We went back to the M3A78T and were able to get the M3A78T to clock the Phenom II X3 720 to 3.7 GHz, but were unable to get it stable at 3.8 GHz...
pcstats.com
Updated:
2011-09-25 15:13:34
Average rating:84
The ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard is built on AMDs 790GX integrated graphics processor and SB750 southbridge, supports HyperTransport 3.0 at 5200 MT/S and has a 128MB DDR3-1333 memory buffer built in just for the Radeon HD 3300 IGP. mfgr link category...
  • Since the Asus M4A78T-E and M3A78-T motherboards are so similar that they can be a little difficult to tell apart. PCSTATS has tried to highlight some of the differences between the two of them for you throughout this review to make it easier to plan...