ASUS M5A97 R2.0 vs Gigabyte GA-970-UD3P

leshurex · Mar 4, 2014

Hi all!

I'm between these two MBs for my current build.

Can you help me to decide?

I'm aware that the Asus M5A97 R2.0 is currently more "popular" given this price range for AM3+ ($100), but the GB has also very good reviews.

The only real difference that I've encountered is that the Gigabyte has a power phase scheme of 8+2, while the Asus is 4+2.
I have no intentions in OCing any components. So, that difference does really matters?

Thank you!

IDontUnderstand · Mar 4, 2014

Nope, go with the cheaper one.

leshurex · Mar 4, 2014

IDontUnderstand :

Actually both cost the same, so what do you mean?

IDontUnderstand · Mar 4, 2014

I meant that there's really no difference, unless you hate one brand over the other. Just close your eyes and pick one, you won't regret either one.

leshurex · Mar 4, 2014

Yes, I think it's matter of pick one. Tough decision for me though

Eggward · Mar 4, 2014

I would recommend the Gigabyte GA-970-UD3P because of the 8x2 power phase.
I recently upgraded to that MOBO and it works fantastically.

But also the Asus M5A97 R2.0 is a very popular motherboard but if you are planning to OC i would go with the GB.

Dark Lord of Tech · Mar 4, 2014

Get the Gigabyte it's a better board.

Stronger power phase and better thermal design.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $89.99
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-04 21:06 EST-0500)

davcon · Mar 4, 2014

^+1
The Giggy is the better mobo!

leshurex · Mar 4, 2014

I'll go for the GB then! Thank you all, you've been very helpful.

leshurex · Mar 4, 2014

Thanks for the $89.99 link! It's 10 bucks more in Newegg.

Dark Lord of Tech · Mar 4, 2014

Your welcome.

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