X-bit Labs finds out if the Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 motherboard (~US$283) deserves a recommendation.
The Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 mobo features Intel LGA775 processors support, Intel X38 chipset, 4 x DDR2-1067/800/667/533 memory slots, 1600MHz system bus support, 2 x PCI Express 2.0 (x16) slots [Crossfire technology], 12 USB ports, 2 IEEE1394 ports, 8 Serial ATA-300 channels, 8-channel HD sound, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet, and built-in heatsinks and heatpipes for CPU voltage regulator and chipsets.
"... Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 made a very good impression on our staff. This board is a worthy option for a high-performance gaming system. It boasts extremely rich specifications and offers excellent and highly functional CPU overclocking tools. ... is compatible with the upcoming Penryn processors, can work with CPUs supporting 1600MHz system bus and supports dual-graphics card Crossfire configurations." [Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 Mainboard Review | X-bit Labs]
If you are interested in "future proofing" your rig with 1600MHz system bus support, Crossfire x16 + x16, and PCI Express 2.0 support, this would be a great mobo for you.
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