Finally we are able to bring you the first of our reviews of Intel’s new X299 High End Desktop (HEDT) platform. The release of Skylake-E CPUs with core counts from the 4 core i5-7640X all the way up to the as yet unreleased 18 core i9 7980XE means a new chipset, new socket and a full range of super impressive, though expensive motherboards. The first in our series of X299 motherboard reviews is the ASRock X299 Taichi. We’ve been impressed by ASRock’s Taichi boards in the past. It’s unique looks, updated feature set and relatively affordable price should see it end up on many buyers shortlists. How does it stack up? Read on to find out.
Introduction
Its taken some time to bring this review to you. Intel were unable unwilling to work with VRZone so we had to rely on sourcing a CPU from one of the motherboard partners before we could bring this review to you. We have to say we are really disappointed by this. We have received no platform or CPU information from Intel. We can accept that the entire launch might have been rushed for strategic reasons, but this is no reason to ignore the people they need to promote their product to you. Nevertheless, here we are, and its full steam ahead.
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