Abstract: With the original problems of the Intel P67 platform now well and truly fixed, a Sandy Bridge set-up is once again a great recommendation for any computer enthusiast looking for a new CPU or motherboard. We all know how blisteringly fast, stupendously ove...
Generally spoken we can recommend the MSI P67A-GD65 to gamers and allrounder who are looking for a board that comes with a decent design and solid performance. Author: Copy edited and translated: ...
Abstract: With the P67A-GD65, MSI shows a motherboard which defines the entry point into their high-end classe. Therefore the manufacturer wants to convince with a good mix of price, performance and features....
For some time now MSI has been putting a lot of resource behind maximising the build quality of their boards. This started with the DR.MOS concept and has continued through the use of "Military Class" components which also feature on this board. The e...
Abstract: The MSI P67A-GD65 motherboard brings forth a lot for computer enthusiasts to get excited about, not the least of which are dual PCI Express x16 videocard slots, (4) USB 3.0 ports, (6) SATA 6GB/s ports and specialized tools for seasoned overclockers. F...
Convenient board layout. Sports four 6Gbps SATA ports. Includes USB 3.0 expansion bracket, lots of other in-box extras. Supports both SLI and CrossFireX. Offers one-button overclocking.
No CrossFireX bridge cable included. Allows only two additional USB 2.0 ports. No integrated video. UEFI a little messy. Possible SATA port confusion.
The MSI P67A-GD65 motherboard offers a nice collection of features and extras for those looking for a strong mainstream Sandy Bridge performer, but just misses out on landing in the top tier. Buy it now...
Price, Four SATA 6 Gb/s ports (2 native Intel, 2 Marvell 9128), Four USB 3.0 ports (2 midboard, 2 at rear), 2 eSATA ports, DDR3 Support up to 2133 (O.C.), Excellent layout, Very good stock performance, O.C. Genie II, Military Class II, SuperCharger, Active Phase Switching (APS), MFlash, Twoslot gap between the two PCIE x16 slots, VCheck Points,
MSI’s UEFI BIOS is poorly designed and awkward to use, Does not overclock very well, HiTech Legion Gold Award, Discuss this review in our forums
MSI, once again has managed to create a feature rich motherboard at a significantly lower price point than the competition, making the P67A-GD65 a very attractive offering for mainstream users. The stock performance is excellent, blazing through the b...
Abstract: Of the four boards we're looking at here, MSI is the only company other than ASUS to include a colorful EFI, in lieu of a typical BIOS. Whether or not this is a good thing depends...
