ASUS Maximus VI Extreme - Performance Test
Introduction:
The Maximus VI Extreme (MVIE) is ASUS' latest flagship motherboard (mobo) based on LGA1150 socket and Z87 chipset targeted for Intel's latest architecture, the Haswell processors (4th generation Core i3, i5, and i7 processors).
Today, I am pleased to present you the performance of the MVIE on my watercooled test bed. This mobo comes with most of the overclocking features that you would have expect, eye-catching style, insane overclocking performance capabilities and bunch of innovative features and cool accessories for any overclockers. Full specifications of MVIE can be obtained HERE
Overview of MVIE:
Unboxing:
The MVIE is packed in a very huge red box. The wording printed on the box already tell us that this beasty board is designed for (extreme) overclocking.
Same as other ASUS ROG series of products, the MIVE features a black and red color scheme. It is based on LGA1150 socket, supports Intel 4th Generation Core i7, i5 & i3/ Pentium/ Celeron processors. Its form factor size is ATX with a dimension of (30.5 x 24.4) cm, which is slightly smaller than previous generation of Extended-ATX sized Extremes (MVIE/MVIE-Z and MVE). Hence, you do not have to worry about fitting it into your casing as long as it has at least seven expansion slots.
Let's close-up at the CPU socket area. The MVIE is powered by Digital 8 Phase Power Design (8 Phase VCCIN) with ASUS CPU Power Utility & FIVR Control. The Extreme Engine Digi+ III offers hardcore power delivery with premium components. There are four memory slots that support up to 32GB of DDR3 Dual Channel & 3000+ MHz of RAM. Besides that, ASUS makes 4-DIMM setups easier with their second generation T-Topology technology to attain even more overclocking frequency and timing efficiency, and it further enhances the stability potential of the populated DIMM. Also spotted, a mini-PCIe 2.0 x1 slot on the top left corner of the board, which features Wi-Fi 802.11ac/Bluetooth 4.0 supporting the next generation standards of connectivity.
PCIe slots are plentiful, the MVIE has five PCIe 3.0 16x slot supporting up to 4-way SLI/CF @ x8/x16/x8/x8, as well as:
3-way @ x8/x16/x8
2-way @ x8/x8
1-way @ x16
Besides that, there is also a PCIe 2.0 x4 slot provided with the board.
Intel does really hear their customers' needs. Users can now enjoy six SATA3 ports natively supported by the Z87 chipset, with raid 0, 1, 5 and 10 capability. Additionally, ASUS adds four ASMedia ASM1061 controlled SATA3 ports to the storage department.
Introduction:
The Maximus VI Extreme (MVIE) is ASUS' latest flagship motherboard (mobo) based on LGA1150 socket and Z87 chipset targeted for Intel's latest architecture, the Haswell processors (4th generation Core i3, i5, and i7 processors).
Today, I am pleased to present you the performance of the MVIE on my watercooled test bed. This mobo comes with most of the overclocking features that you would have expect, eye-catching style, insane overclocking performance capabilities and bunch of innovative features and cool accessories for any overclockers. Full specifications of MVIE can be obtained HERE
Overview of MVIE:
Unboxing:
The MVIE is packed in a very huge red box. The wording printed on the box already tell us that this beasty board is designed for (extreme) overclocking.
Same as other ASUS ROG series of products, the MIVE features a black and red color scheme. It is based on LGA1150 socket, supports Intel 4th Generation Core i7, i5 & i3/ Pentium/ Celeron processors. Its form factor size is ATX with a dimension of (30.5 x 24.4) cm, which is slightly smaller than previous generation of Extended-ATX sized Extremes (MVIE/MVIE-Z and MVE). Hence, you do not have to worry about fitting it into your casing as long as it has at least seven expansion slots.
Let's close-up at the CPU socket area. The MVIE is powered by Digital 8 Phase Power Design (8 Phase VCCIN) with ASUS CPU Power Utility & FIVR Control. The Extreme Engine Digi+ III offers hardcore power delivery with premium components. There are four memory slots that support up to 32GB of DDR3 Dual Channel & 3000+ MHz of RAM. Besides that, ASUS makes 4-DIMM setups easier with their second generation T-Topology technology to attain even more overclocking frequency and timing efficiency, and it further enhances the stability potential of the populated DIMM. Also spotted, a mini-PCIe 2.0 x1 slot on the top left corner of the board, which features Wi-Fi 802.11ac/Bluetooth 4.0 supporting the next generation standards of connectivity.
PCIe slots are plentiful, the MVIE has five PCIe 3.0 16x slot supporting up to 4-way SLI/CF @ x8/x16/x8/x8, as well as:
3-way @ x8/x16/x8
2-way @ x8/x8
1-way @ x16
Besides that, there is also a PCIe 2.0 x4 slot provided with the board.
Intel does really hear their customers' needs. Users can now enjoy six SATA3 ports natively supported by the Z87 chipset, with raid 0, 1, 5 and 10 capability. Additionally, ASUS adds four ASMedia ASM1061 controlled SATA3 ports to the storage department.