Mainboard ASUS K8S-LA Socket 754 2x DDR 3x PCI mATX
Bottom line: The Mainboard ASUS K8S-LA Socket 754 2x DDR 3x PCI mATX 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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Manufacturer description
External interfaces 1x AGP, 3x PCI, 2x Sata, 2x IDE, 1x FDD. Manufacturer Asus. Model K8S-La.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Mainboard ASUS K8S-LA Socket 754 2x DDR 3x PCI mATX using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. ASUS'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.
Full Specifications
| socket | 754 |
|---|---|
| chipset | SiS K8 |
| agp_slots | 1 |
| ddr_slots | 2 |
| ide_ports | 2 |
| pci_slots | 3 |
| sata_ports | 2 |
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