This motherboard supports AMD AM3+multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport 3.0 based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD CPUs in the 32nm manufacturing process. The M5A78L-M/USB3 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 2000 Mhz memory support on a uATX form factor. The integrated ATI Radeon HD 3000 GPU supports Hybrid CrossFireX as well as the latest DirectX 10 for vivid graphics performance. ASUS is pleased to announce the addition of USB 3.0 coming to the uATX AM3+ market, keeping the user up to date on the latest transfer technology. ASUS redesigned AI Suite II consolidates system functionality, tweaking and monitoring into one sleek and elegant software package designed with the user in mind.
