Abstract: MSI supplies both rich features and the small microATX form factor with the 785GM-E65. With all the trimmings, excellent legacy connectivity options, the premium Realtek ALC889 audio codec, and SidePort memory..
This MSI motherboard performs exceptionally well at stock speeds, but was stressful to overclock. While it would boot and even attempt to run the tests, it wasn't be stable until we pulled right off the gas: we re-locked the fourth core, and it still didn...
Final Words & Conclusion The MSI 785GM-E65 motherboard is a product series that oozes with value. The 785GM-E65 model tested today is actually the most expensive version in it's class, and we spotted it in e-tail for 80 EUR / 90 USD already....
This motherboard is even better than we have thought before the tests. Peripheral functionality really leaves almost nothing to be desired. It offers full support for overclocking experiments, both in terms of BIOS options and stable power supply for ...
Abstract: MSI can't match the design of the Elitegroup board, having only one PCIe x1 slot and missing the debug led. Also a second eSATA port on the back-panel would not have hurt. In contrast you get a heat-piped cooling system and a much more efficient VRM. While we have tested we got several BIOS upgrades, now even officially...
Abstract: Overall, it is great to see all the different flavors available on the market built around the 785G chipset. It really comes down to what the user wants. Is power consumption important for you? What about performance? Size? Cost? Everyone can find what he needs. There are many great boards in the bunch..
Decent overclocking, Silent heatpipes, Support up to 16GB of memory, 6 SATA ports (5 SATA and 1 eSATA), Good layout, Very nice array of ports, Price, Onboard Debug Codes
BIOS options can be somewhat complicated for a first builder, Display driver is still not yet mature enough, Only includes 1 SATA data cab
AMDs 785G is an interesting chipset that AMD brings to the market at this time where the industry is anxiously awaits the 8 series chipset that is rumors to be out sometimes next year. It is certainly not a revolutionary chip but rather an evolution ...
For one of the latest AM3 785G chipset mATX motherboards on the market today MSI has provided an affordable solution. Those looking for quality and performance in a neat little bundle can find it in the MSI 765GM Series board easily. PCWizKid found t...
The MSI 785GM-E65 motherboard represents an evolutionary step forward for AMDs integrated chipsets and the Dragon platform as a whole. AMD has taken the 780G chipset, popular with home theatre enthusiasts for its High Definition video options, and br...