Please help me understand the differences

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MSI Z170A-GAMING M7 1151

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MSI Z170 Krait GAMING Z170 LGA 1151

I am a little confused on the two.
Of the two, what would you pick and why?
 
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Newegg doesn't seem to have a standardized format for specification lists. I almost always find the side-by-side comparisons confusing beyond major features.

In any case, as a cheapskate I like the Krait. Most of the features for 30% less money. Also, it's not yet another of the dark and dreary color combinations that seem to be in vogue these days.

Key differences: M7 has 2xHDMI 1xDP, Krait 1xHDMI 1xDVI, the M7 has 2 SATA express vs 1 on the Krait, same with M.2 slots. M7 has USB 3.1 gen2 including a Type-C, Krait does not (A version has Gen2, but not Type-C). M7 has a few extra overclock features and buttons, including a debug LED. M7 is a centimeter wider, and will reach the next set of MB mounts. For whatever reason, MSI decided not to even include holes in the overhang for nylon standoffs on the Krait, which is disappointing.
 
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