ASUS M4A785-M - AM3 - AMD785G - DDR2 - HDMI - uATX Motherboard
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Bottom line: The ASUS M4A785-M - AM3 - AMD785G - DDR2 - HDMI - uATX Motherboard is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the retro motherboards category, priced around $86.48. Compare close alternatives before committing.
ASUS M4A785-M features GPU NOS, ASUS Anti-surge, DirectX 10.1 Support, Turbo Key, ASUS EPU and ASUS Express Gate
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ASUS M4A785-M - AM3 - AMD785G - DDR2 - HDMI - uATX Motherboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro motherboards category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the retro motherboards category before committing. Mixed or limited buyer feedback at this price point — focus your evaluation on recent reviews that specifically address build quality and long-term reliability, and shortlist one or two close alternatives before deciding.
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 Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Hybrid CrossFireX Support Boosted Performance with onboard GPU and discrete graphics card
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- Hybrid CrossFireX Support Boosted Performance with onboard GPU and discrete graphics card
- Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button.
- EPU-4 Engine System Level Energy Saving
- HDMI/DVI/RGB Support
- ASUS EPU Engine -Energy Efficiency & Noise Reduction
Full Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Turbo | Yes |
| Weight | 785g |
| USB 2.0 | 6 |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3 |
| Model Name | M4A785-M |
| Chipset Type | AMD 785G |
| Model Number | M4A785-M |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Chipset Family | AMD 785G |
| Mfr Part Number | M4A785-M |
| Number of Ports | 5 |
| Total Usb Ports | 9 |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM3 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 2 |
| Total SATA Ports | 6 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 2666 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | AMD Phenom II, Athlon II, Sempron |
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ASUS M4A785-M - AM3 - AMD785G - DDR2 - HDMI - uATX Motherboard is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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