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ASUS P8Q77-M/CSM DDR3 1600 Intel LGA 1155 Motherboard (P8Q77-M/CSM)

Name: ASUS P8Q77-M/CSM DDR3 1600 Intel LGA 1155 Motherboard (P8Q77-M/CSM)
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B008DWGXR6
Price: 75.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-15

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides. View full credentials →

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Bottom line: The ASUS P8Q77-M/CSM DDR3 1600 Intel LGA 1155 Motherboard (P8Q77-M/CSM) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $75.00. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

The ASUS P8Q77-M/CSM motherboard features the Intel Q77 chipset, which supports the Intel LGA 1155 socket and 22/32nm CPU, and designed for use with 2nd/3rd Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 Processors. ASUS is pleased to announce that the new P8Q77-M will be a part of ASUS' Corporate Stable Model (CSM), which makes it guaranteed to have a long lifespan (a minimum of one year stable supply) and is back by a no-hassle Advance Swap Program to expedite service and minimize downtime. The P8Q77-M Motherboard is perfect for Governments and Enterprises needing a robust system with remote management…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored ASUS P8Q77-M/CSM DDR3 1600 Intel LGA 1155 Motherboard (P8Q77-M/CSM) 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

✓ Anti-Surge: Protects the PC from unstable power surges, allowing for a longer PC lifespan
✓ 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

The P8Q77-M/CSM features a Smart Management System, which includes vPro Management functions, DIGI+ VRM, Intel Small Business Advantages, and USB 3.0 Boost.
With DIGI+ VRM, the user gets the Precise Control of VRM Power Management, which ensures greater energy efficiency and the best possible PC stability, both in intelligent self-detecting modes and user-defined profiles
With Intel's Small Business Advantage, more security and maintenance capabilities for small businesses are provided.
Anti-Surge: Protects the PC from unstable power surges, allowing for a longer PC lifespan
AI Suite II: Overclocking Features Easily Accessible Via a User-Friendly Interface
MemOK!: Solves RAM compatibility issues automatically

Full Specifications

Brand	ASUS
Turbo	Yes
USB 2.0	3
Platform	No Operating System
CPU Model	Core i7
Anti-Surge	Protects the PC from unstable power surges, allowing for a longer PC lifespan
CPU Socket	Intel – LGA 1155
Model Name	P8Q77-M/CSM
Unit Count	1 Count
AI Suite II	Overclocking Features Easily Accessible Via a User-Friendly Interface
Chipset Type	Intel Q77
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	P8Q77-M/CSM
Compatibility	PC
Chipset Family	Intel Q77
Mfr Part Number	P8Q77-M/CSM
Number of Ports	11
Total Usb Ports	9
Processor Socket	Intel – LGA 1155
Total PCIe Ports	1

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ASUS P8Q77-M/CSM DDR3 1600 Intel LGA 1155 Motherboard (P8Q77-M/CSM) 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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