So I think I've narrowed my search down to these two motherboards. I'm trying to futureproof my motherboard selection as I'd like my computer to last 5 years or more so that's why I'm wanting Thunderbolt. I've built two desktop computers before so I'm not a total newb, but the last one I built (and still use) was 10 years ago! I'd also like as many Sata 6g/b and eSata ports as possible.
I can get either of these motherboards for around the $180 mark. The ASUS seems overall the better board but the GIGABYTE does have 2 Thunderbolt ports.
What is the community thought on these side-by-side?
I notice that on the newegg site the ASUS has been discontinued but I supposed all of these 1155 boards have a limited shelf life now with Haswell coming soon.
Thoughts?
I can get either of these motherboards for around the $180 mark. The ASUS seems overall the better board but the GIGABYTE does have 2 Thunderbolt ports.
What is the community thought on these side-by-side?
I notice that on the newegg site the ASUS has been discontinued but I supposed all of these 1155 boards have a limited shelf life now with Haswell coming soon.
Thoughts?