If you prefer boards that doesn’t come with integrated graphics, the BIOSTAR TA890FXE based on the AMD 890FX + SB850 board might suit your needs.

This board powered by AMD 890FX chipset supports Socket AM3 processors AMD Phenom II / Athlon II processor  AMD Mutil Core(x6,x4,x2) up to 140W. It also has 4 DIMM that support DDR3-1800(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066. There are 6 SATA 6Gbps ports supported by the South bridge SB 850. With 4 PCIe full length slots, this board supports ATi CrossFireX. There is also on board 1394 and eSATA3. Most importantly, this board has BIO-unlocKING technology enables the ACC function on AMD processors and unlock extra 3rd or 4th core with a super-simple click on your keyboard e.g. Phenom II 550BE to quad core or Phenon II X4 960T to 6 cores.

For system stability, BIOSTAR TA890FXE has a 2-phase independent power design to increase memory voltage stability and durability. It also uses Armour plated Biostar Technology, all the capacitors have been put with 100% Solid Capacitors , providing linger lifecycle, durability and stability for the crucial components. BIOSTAR G.P.U (Green Power Utility) is a new function, it will enhance energy efficiency by disabling extra phases while CPU on light loading. It integrated a friendly GUI to monitor what’s your CPU resourcing, response and optimized the power saving on your system. Such as Heavy 3D Gaming, Internet or MSN charting, G.P.U will always arrange the best power efficiency in your system.

Below are pictures of the mainboard :

Gigabyte GA-890FXA-UD7 AMD 890FX mainboard goes on sale in Singapore

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ASUS Unveils New 890FX Based Motherboards
Motherboard Innovator Extends Its Leading Expertise to Enabling Full CPU Potential with Turbo Unlocker and Core Unlocker
 
ASUS once again provides timely, optimized solutions to utilize incoming technology from AMD, supporting the chip maker’s new six-core CPU design. Exclusive features added to ASUS 890FX motherboards realize the hexa-core architecture’s capabilities to the fullest degree.
 

ASUS ROG Crosshair IV Formula

 
Better Performance Achieved
Both ROG Crosshair IV Formula and M4A89TD PRO include the AMD 890FX chipset and deliver thrilling PC performance through award-winning ASUS exclusives Core Unlocker and Turbo Unlocker, empowering users with on-demand overclocking and performance boosts for greater CPU capabilities in real time. Combined with the potential of the new design from AMD, these motherboards provide an experience like no other.
 

ASUS M4A89TD PRO

 
Unrivalled CPU Unlocking Leadership
ASUS shows the way in extreme PC performance with the inclusion of Core Unlocker on new 890FX boards. This technology has garnered much acclaim from international media since its inception, and remains the most reliable and successful way to unlock additional cores for performance improvements on motherboards using the AMD 800-series chipset. Core Unlocker makes it possible to turn a budget quad-core version of a CPU into a full six-cores for significant computing gains*.
 
It is accompanied by Turbo Unlocker, an intelligent overclocking engine that opens up CPU performance instantly by CPU core ratio when engaged in heavy computing or intensive tasks, including gaming.
 
Speaking on the inclusion of these two unique tools, Joe Hsieh, General Manager of Motherboard Business with ASUS, said: “ASUS will never stop developing the friendliest and most performance-boosting features available to consumers, whether enthusiasts, beginners or anyone else. Both Core Unlocker and Turbo Unlocker realize CPU potential, making them ideal for users looking for the best value on the best performance motherboards around.”
 
Real Time Boost on All Phenom II Black Edition CPUs (2/3/4/6 Cores)
Turbo Unlocker represents the next evolution of performance tuning from ASUS. Designed for AMD Black Edition and 6-core processors equipped with an unlockable multiplier, it intelligently adjusts CPU clock speeds with one-click input from users to attain even more computing power. When running single-core optimized applications, Turbo Unlocker dynamically adjusts resources and ensures maximum performance on dedicated cores. For multi-threaded applications, all cores supercharge to the highest performance available. Performance gains occur dynamically and instantly based on actual system conditions, so overclocking is always safe and stable.
 
Turning Four Cores into Six
Using a switch on both new motherboards, award-winning Core Unlocker is an ASUS exclusive that leads to fast and easy performance gains through the activation of latent CPU cores. One press sets Core Unlocker going as it scans the CPU for additional cores and puts them to work for major computational gains. Heavy multitasking, rendering and gaming go faster and better with additional cores available, as Core Unlocker can turn a dual-core CPU into a tri or quad, or turn quad-core versions into a full six-cores for significant computing gains*. In many cases Core Unlocker has demonstrated up to 103% in added performance—it is a supremely capable technology that injects great value into these motherboards.
 
Faster than Ever Connectivity
Both ROG Crosshair IV Formula and the M4A89TD PRO boast native next-generation data USB 3.0 and SATA 6Gb/s. These super-fast connections bring users into the HD era with the speed and reliability needed to handle large files quickly. The motherboards feature two USB 3.0 ports each, transferring data at up to ten times the speed of USB 2.0, so moving an entire Blu-ray disc (25GB) takes just 70 seconds. SATA 6Gb/s offers twice the throughput of its predecessor, making hard drives noticeably more expedient.
 
With the performance and speed demanded by users constantly rising, these technologies could not have come at a better time.
 
Specifications
ModelASUS ROG Crosshair IV FormulaASUS M4A89TD PRO/USB3
CPUPhenom II/Athlon II/Sempron 100
Socket AM3 Phenom II/Athlon II/Sempron 100
Socket AM3
ChipsetAMD® 890FX/SB850AMD® 890FX/SB850
Memory4 DIMM max 16GB
dual channel DDR3 2000 (OC)/1600/1333/1066 4 DIMM max 16GB
dual channel DDR3 2000(OC)/1600/1333/1066
Power phase8+2 phase6+2 phase
PCIe x16 slots3 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (dual x16, triple x16 x8 x8)2 dual x16
Multi-GPUCrossFireXCrossFireX
Gigabit LAN11
AudioSupremeFX X-Fi 8-channel HD8-channel HD
Storage2 x USB 3.0
12x USB 2.02 x USB 3.0
12x USB 2.0
Exclusive featuresCore Unlocker
Turbo Unlocker
ROG Connect
Game First
Turbo Key II
TurboV EVO
EPU
MemOK!
CPU Level Up
SupremeFX X-Fi built-inCore Unlocker
Turbo Unlocker
Turbo Key II
TurboV EVO
TurboV
Express Gate
EPU
Stack Cool 3
MemOK!
CPU Level Up

* Core unlocking results may vary with the CPU used.
 
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for more details.

April. 26, 2010, Taipei, Taiwan – ASRock Inc., the global leading motherboard manufacturer today proudly announced its first AMD 890FX motherboard, 890FX Deluxe3, now supporting AMD’s upcoming PhenomII X6 processor. This board comes with everything essential, excellent features include the ASRock unique Turbo UCC function, system performance Turbo 60 technology, UCC function, and it is also a True333 edition that provides USB3.0 (5 Gb/s), SATA3 (6 Gb/s) and eSATA3 technologies. Equipped with luxury components, ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 supports ultimate software solutions and brings you the industry’s most extreme level for gaming, computing and overclocking enthusiasts!

890FX Deluxe3 is an AMD 890FX–based release, with a compact design and exceptional performance! As the global leading motherboard provider, ASRock sets the highest standard of building its first 890FX motherboard – 890FX Deluxe3. Exclusively integrated with an ASRock unique UCC chip, this board is able to support the UCC [Unlock CPU Core] function in BIOS which helps you to upgrade your CPU cores from X2/X3 to X4 and even from X4 to X6 effortlessly. Keep the customization business concept in mind, ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 is designed on the basis of brining zero-cost upgradeability and the unparalleled computing performance!

Carried with AMD 890FX + SB 850 chipsets, 890FX Deluxe3 provides the 8 X SATA3 (6.0 Gb/s) ports ( 6 from SB850, 2 from Marvell), USB 3.0 (5.0 Gb/s) from the industry-leading NEC manufacturer, and eSATA connector is also available on the real I/O. As a lineup of True333 series motherboard, 890FX Deluxe3 can also satisfy you by the faster data transfer speed, storage capability and true computing experience.

Output quality is the key strength in ASRock 890FX Deluxe3. This board adopts 100% Japan-made high-quality conductive polymer capacitors which can extend the motherboard life to at least 2.5 longer. Exclusively equipped with the Cool Heatpipe Design, 890FX Deluxe3 can dissipate heat from CPU power mosfet and northbridge rapidly and make your system running much cooler. If you make the settings in default mode, the Cool Heatpipe fan will be running at the most appropriate speed to reduce the noise automatically. If you were the extreme gamer, don’t worry, you may tune the Cool Heatpipe Fan running speed in BIOS to match your most desired settings as well! For memory aspect, it supports dual channel DDR3 1800(OC) non-ECC, un-buffered memory, with max. capacity up to 16GB. For extreme gaming enthusiasts, 890FX Deluxe3 provides 3 x PCI Express 2.0 X16 slots that could apply ATI Quad CrossFireX, 3-Way CrossFireX and CrossFireX. The rear panel includes connectors for 7.1 ch HD audio (VIA 2020 audio codec with Premium Blu-ray audio support), Coaxial/Optical SPDIF output port, clear CMOS switch with LED, IEEE 1394 port, eSATA3 connector and even available for 4 x NEC SuperSpeed USB3.0 ports.

Other excellent components include 8 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors, 2 x SATA3 are sourced from AMD SB850, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1 and RAID 5), the remaining 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s are from Marvell, 1 x Powered eSATAIII/USB2.0 connector, smart switch design (power/reset/clear CMOS switch with LED), Dr. Debug and CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control. Additionally, 890FX Deluxe3 has bundled with all ASRock unique software tools include OC DNA, OC Tuner, Instant Boot, Instant Flash, Intelligent Energy Saver, Multi-Speed Fan Control and ASRock Software Suite. Specially introduce here is our newly performance boost technology – Turbo UCC, just simply enabling this function, you can easily enjoy an instant performance boost by our 890FX Deluxe3!

Unlock CPU Cores, Get the Instant Performance Boost and Energy-Saving Overclocking!

Your All-in-one Solution Only with ASRock Turbo UCC Technology!

The ASRock Turbo UCC function literally tells you what it is capable of. ‘Turbo’ means the auto-overclocking function which allows you to get the instant performance boost effortlessly. ‘UCC’ undoubtedly refers to the unlock CPU core function that helps you to upgrade your CPU cores. And the new Turbo UCC function is just the magic combination of these two functions and even brings you one most important key point that is energy-saving feature!

Turbo UCC technology, exclusive from ASRock, can provide you an all-in-one solution to unlock the hidden cpu cores in the CPU, get the amazing system performance boost by auto-overclocking, and running the system in a certainly lower power consumption level as well. When you press “X” when switch on the computer, the system will automatically reboot itself, after that, the system will execute the Turbo UCC function. Enabling Turbo UCC, it will automatically help you to unlock the extra CPU core to enjoy an instant performance boost, and the system performance will boost up by overclocking CPU frequency, memory frequency and all related voltage settings!

Many people will think that it is normal for the high-energy consumption for overlocking or system upgrading process. However, ASRock is now providing something different for you. Our newly Turbo UCC can allow an energy-saving overlocking and CPU upgrading process. As such, ASRock exclusive Turbo UCC technology can satisfy you not only with the ultimate computing performance as well as an energy-saving computing operation!

ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 Makes Unlocking Phenom Cores So Easy

Featuring a unique UCC chip which enables the processor’s hidden cores, 890FX Deluxe3 allows you to enjoy an instant boost and surely “Free” CPU upgrade benefits! ASRock UCC technology revamps a new standard of CPU upgrade revolution. Just a simple switch of the BIOS option ‘UCC’, users can unlock the extra CPU core to enjoy an instant performance boost! Enabling the UCC feature in BIOS, the CPU cores might be upgraded from X2/X3 to X4, X4 to X6, and even some of the CPUs could increase L3 cache size up to 6MB. From performance level to entry level of AMD and NVIDIA motherboards, ASRock has successfully integrated the UCC function onboard! This boost in CPU upgrade will enable unprecedented improvements in the user experience for all series motherboards! (*The success rate of this enhancement depends on the individual CPU.)

ASRock SuperSpeed True333 Technology – Fully deliver USB3.0 and SATA3 bandwidth without sacrificing graphics PCI-E X16 slot bandwidth

890FX Deluxe3 is also belonging to ASRock True333 Series Motherboard. It delivers awesome features for bandwidth-hungry users including faster data transfer speed and better storage capability. Utilizing the world’s best-known computer peripheral interface – SuperSpeed USB3.0 supplied by industry’s leading NEC manufacturer, this board is able to assured users to experience the zero-barrier data transfer computing environment. ASRock True 333 Series Motherboards provide the unparalleled performance with the onboard acceleration of the latest SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (5 Gb/s) technology from NEC with advanced 10X faster speed than USB2.0 device; SATA3 technology from Marvell with up to 6Gbps data transfer speed, and the most convenient connectivity of eSATA3 devices, this series will be the outright performance leader of its class.

Boost Your PC Up to 60% Performance Increase by ASRock Turbo 60

Turbo60, a newly record-breaking technology from ASRock, is able to offer the performance boost up to 60%! ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 provides you everything needed for a system performance. Simply click the Turbo 60 button in BIOS, the system performance will boost up to 60% increase by automatically overclocking CPU frequency, Memory frequency and all related voltage settings! Boost your PC for free? ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 comes with exclusive Turbo UCC, UCC, Turbo 60 and True333 technologies that provides you an all-rounder motherboard solution! (Note: The overclocking performance depends on the system configuration you adopt. We do not guarantee the overclocking performance.)

In another week or so, AMD will launch yet another chipset for the AM3 processors. The pair is known as AMD 880G north bridge and can be paired with south bridge SB810 or SB850.

Actually the 880G north bridge is quite similar to the 785G and 890GX. The 880G comes integrated with Radeon HD 4250 Graphics which supports DirectX 10.1, UVD2 and other specifications with a core frequency of 560MHz. It somewhat falls between the higher end 890GX and the to be replaced 785G. Most implementations will pair up the 880G with SB850 as SB850 supports RAID 5 in addition to 0,1,0+1.

Unified Shader architecture still remained 40 stream processors, 8 Texture Address Unit, 4 Texture Filiting Unit, 4 ROP. The motherboard also supports PCI 16X mode PCI-E 2.0 graphics card and support 8X +8 X Crossfire technology

The AMD 880G still supports HDMI 1.3 specification. It has built-in HDCP key support HD-DVD and Blu-Ray high-definition video playback. It also has embedded HD Audio codec, support 7.1-channel HDMI audio output , support ing Dolby Digital Plus and True HD audio technology.

Some manufacturers will also add on USB 3.0 support with NEC USB 3.0 chipset. Just like the AMD 890GX, AMD has disabled the loop hole that enables users with dual or tri core processor to enable the 4th core.

So far, ASRock, ASUS has AMD 890GX chipset based solutions which can unlock the hidden cores. I am sure the 880G would have similar implementations and it is all left to the manufacturers to think of ways to make their product stand out among the various brands and models.