MSI

MSI 645E MAX2-LRU P4 Socket 478 SiS645DX Chipset ATX Motherboard

Name: MSI 645E MAX2-LRU P4 Socket 478 SiS645DX Chipset ATX Motherboard
Brand: MSI
SKU: B00007G7QH

Bottom line: The MSI 645E MAX2-LRU P4 Socket 478 SiS645DX Chipset ATX Motherboard is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-18

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Item Package Weight - 3.0 Pounds

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored MSI 645E MAX2-LRU P4 Socket 478 SiS645DX Chipset ATX Motherboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. MSI's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

Item Package Weight - 3.0 Pounds
Item Package Quantity - 1
Product Type - MOTHERBOARD

Full Specifications

Brand	msi
CPU Model	Intel Pentium 4
CPU Socket	Socket 478
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Chipset Type	sis_645dx
Model Number	645E MAX2-LRU
Chipset Family	SiS645DX
Mfr Part Number	645E MAX2-LRU
Number of Items	1
Processor Socket	Socket 478
Global Trade Identification Number	00816909002621

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MSI 645E MAX2-LRU P4 Socket 478 SiS645DX Chipset ATX Motherboard is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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