ASUS Motherboard
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Bottom line: The ASUS Motherboard: Intel Q87 business chipset supports LGA 1150 Haswell and Devil's Canyon CPUs; main trade-off: mATX form factor limits expansion slots versus full ATX boards.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Intel Q87 business chipset supports LGA 1150 Haswell and Devil's Canyon CPUs
- ✓ ASUS Digi+ VRM digital power design for tighter voltage regulation under load
- ✓ USB 3.0 Boost speeds transfers over stock USB 3.0 throughput
- ✓ Fan Xpert 2 gives per-fan calibration and custom RPM curves
Cons
- ✗ mATX form factor limits expansion slots versus full ATX boards
- ✗ Q87 targets business fleets, so no CPU overclocking headroom
- ✗ LGA 1150 is end-of-life, meaning no modern CPU upgrade path
- ✗ DDR3 era platform with no support for current DDR4 or DDR5 memory
Manufacturer description
ASUS Intel Q87 Motherboard; mATX; Socket LGA 1150
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- Asus Digi+ Vrm - Digital Power Design
- Asus Exclusive Usb 3.0 Boost
- Asus Fan Xpert 2
Full Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 | 4 |
| Platform | Not Machine Specific |
| CPU Model | Celeron |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Model Name | ASUS COMPUTER INTL |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Chipset Type | Intel Q87 Express |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | Q87M-E/CSM |
| Mfr Part Number | Q87M-E/CSM |
| Number of Ports | 9 |
| Total Usb Ports | 9 |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 2 |
| Total SATA Ports | 6 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1333 MHz |
| Warranty Description | Comes with Manufacturer Warranty. |
| Compatible Processors | Intel Celeron |
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