MSI P35 Neo versus MSI P35 Neo Combo
While determining the starting FSB speed, it turned out that
the board overstated it by 1 MHz.
In our test setup, we used the following hardware:
Let's first take a look at the results of synthetic benchmarks.
Tests in games.
Final Words
The two motherboards reviewed (MSI P35 Neo and MSI P35 Neo
Combo) are almost identical both externally and at the functional
capabilities. The only difference is in that MSI P35 Neo Combo supports
both DDR2 and DDR3, whereas MSI P35 Neo - only DDR2. Both the
motherboards have demonstrated a different overclocking capability but
their capabilities will be equalized with another BIOS update.
The package bundle of both motherboards is very scarce with
the retail price too high, comparable with more powerful products based
on previous-generation chipsets (e.g., P965). Since P35 offers no
special advantages, we would recommend to suspend the upgrade until the
autumn.
MSI P35 Neo
Combo versus MSI P35 Neo
Conclusion
MSI P35 Neo Combo pros:
- Support for DDR2 and DDR3;
- High stability and good performance level;
- Support for SerialATA II /RAID ( 5 lines; ICH9 +
Marvell 88SE6111);
- Support for one P-ATA line (Marvell 88SE6111);
- Integrated 8-channel audio and Gigabit Ethernet LAN
controller;
- Support for USB2.0 (12 ports) and IEEE-1394
(Firewire, 2 ports);
Cons:
- Price a bit too high;
- Poor package bundle;
- Flaws in the software;
The board's specific features:
- Middling overclocking results;
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MSI P35 Neo pros:
- High stability and performance;
- Support for SerialATA II /RAID ( 5 lines; ICH9 +
Marvell 88SE6111);
- Support for one P-ATA line (Marvell 88SE6111);
- Integrated 8-channel audio and Gigabit Ethernet LAN
controller;
- Support for USB2.0 (12 ports) and IEEE-1394
(Firewire, 2 ports);
Cons:
- Price a bit too high;
- Poor package bundle;
- Flaws in the software;
The board's specific features:
- Good overclocking results;
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