ASUS M5A78L-M LX PLUS - AM3+ - 760G - Radeon 3000-100% Solid Capacitor
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Bottom line: The ASUS M5A78L-M LX PLUS - AM3+ - 760G - Radeon 3000-100% Solid Capacitor is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $239.98. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
M5A78L-M LX PLUS features AMD 760G/SB710 chipset and supports the latest AMD AM3+ FX//Phenom II/Athlon II/Sempron 100 Series Processors. The latest 32nm AM3+ CPU features 8 cores, with dual-channel DDR3 up to 1866 Mhz memory support on a uATX form factor. Integrated ATI Radeon HD 3000 GPU supports Hybrid CrossFireX as well as the latest DirectX 10 for vivid graphics performance.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ASUS M5A78L-M LX PLUS - AM3+ - 760G - Radeon 3000-100% Solid Capacitor 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. 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 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
- ✓ 2 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR3 1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 MHz support
- ✓ 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
- 2 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR3 1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 MHz support
- Integrated ATI Radeon 3000 support hybrid CrossfireX and DirectX10
- 100% Solid Capacitor - High-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity
- ASUS Core Unlocker - Unlock the Potential, Turbo-charge your Potential
- ASUS EPU Technology - System Level Energy Saving & Real-time Power Management for Superb Platform Power Efficiency
- ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - Safeguard your device by providing voltage protection to all major onboard components
Full Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Turbo | Yes |
| Weight | 760g |
| USB 2.0 | 4 |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| CPU Model | Athlon |
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3+ |
| Model Name | M5A78L-M LX PLUS |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Chipset Type | AMD 760G |
| Model Number | M5A78L-M LX PLUS |
| Chipset Family | AMD |
| Mfr Part Number | M5A78L-M LX PLUS |
| Number of Ports | 10 |
| Total Usb Ports | 4 |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM3+ |
| Total SATA Ports | 6 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1866 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | AMD Athlon, AMD Sempron |
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ASUS M5A78L-M LX PLUS - AM3+ - 760G - Radeon 3000-100% Solid Capacitor 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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