Gigabyte AM3+ AMD DDR3 1333 760G HDMI USB 3.0 Micro ATX Motherboard GA-78LMT-USB3
Bottom line: The Gigabyte AM3+ AMD DDR3 1333 760G HDMI USB 3.0 Micro 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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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Socket AM3+
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
Manufacturer description
Unique On/Off Charge delivers the best recharging capability to other smart devices. GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 4 Classic with high quality components designed Supports AMD AM3+ FX/AM3 Phenom II & Athlon II series processors Integrated ATI Radeon HD 3000 graphics (DirectX10) USB 3.0 Support PCI-E 2.0 x16 interface for ultimate graphics support Integrated DVI port and HDCP support All 50,000 hours solid capacitors design Hybrid EFI technology with DualBIOS for 3TB HDD supportDescription
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Gigabyte AM3+ AMD DDR3 1333 760G HDMI USB 3.0 Micro ATX Motherboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Generic'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
- Socket AM3+
- Chipset: North Bridge AMD?760G & South Bridge SB710
- Memory: 4x 240pin DDR3-1333+(O.C.)/1066 DIMM Slots, Dual Channel, Max Capacity of 32GB
- Slots: 1x PCI-Express 2.0 x16 Slot, 1x PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slot, 1x PCI Slot
- Windows 8 Ready
Full Specifications
| Brand | Generic |
|---|---|
| Slots | 1x PCI-Express 2.0 x16 Slot, 1x PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slot, 1x PCI Slot |
| Memory | 4x 240pin DDR3-1333+(O.C.)/1066 DIMM Slots, Dual Channel, Max Capacity of 32GB |
| Weight | 760g |
| Chipset | North Bridge AMD?760G & South Bridge SB710 |
| Platform | Windows 8 |
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3+ |
| Model Name | GA-78LMT-USB3 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Chipset Type | AMD 760G |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | GA-78LMT-USB3 |
| Chipset Family | AMD 760G |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM3+ |
| Total PCIe Ports | 2 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1333 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | AMD Athlon |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR3 |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
Ready to buy?
Gigabyte AM3+ AMD DDR3 1333 760G HDMI USB 3.0 Micro ATX Motherboard GA-78LMT-USB3 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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