Testseek.co.uk have collected 45 expert reviews of the Gigabyte GA-X99 Ultra Gaming and the average rating is 89%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Gigabyte GA-X99 Ultra Gaming.
July 2016
(89%)
45 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(87%)
16 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Attractive lighting
Every PCIe x16 slots reinforced
USB 3.1
U.2 and M.2 all available
Overclocks well
Striking design which is distinct
X16/x16 multiGPU support
Numerous storage options inc. U.2
Provides good overclocking results
Includes a good selection of USB 3.1 ports
Welldesigned LED lighting system
Great build quality
Clean
Revamped BIOS is easy to navigate
Comprehensive software package
Dual BIOS
Dual networking solutions
Exemplary UDP networking speeds
Gorgeous lighting system
Great value for a Broadwell-E motherboard
Loads of connectivity options including U
Striking white design
Offers all you could want at this price point
Options for expansion for a WiFi card
LEDs
Buzz
LEDs everywhere!
Exciting Fresh Design
Modernised X99 feature set
RGB elements done right!
Solid Performance and easy overclocking
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Eyecatching RGB LED system with very good UEFIbased control
Excellent fan control system in the UEFI and OS software
A good introduction of the new UEFI which is featurerich
Even if it is a little rough around the edges
Supports four PCIe 3.0 x8 expan
The editors didn't like
No front USB 3.1 connector
Lack of WiFi
Lacks WiFi support
Thunderbolt 3 support is missing
No diagnostic tools such as a LED post and CMOS reset button
Neutral
The lack of WiFi may annoy some but it’s not a glaring flaw
“The Gigabyte X99-Ultra Gaming is a stylish
Feature-rich motherboard which offers superb
Not all will like the LEDs
Performance is in the middle of the ballpark
No LED debugger (minor)
Bios feel limited and outdated
No onboard power
Reset
Or clear CMOS buttons
In addition to a debug LED
U.2 connector being disabled with a 28lane CPU is disappointing
