I'm trying to assemble a reasonable system for FSX without breaking the bank. I plan on using the Intel e6750 chip. I've noticed a considerable price variation in the two motherboards in the title - both having the required P 35 chipset.Is there any reason I should not purchase the Gigabyte motherboard and save $70 (edited)? I don't need wifi or firewire.ThanksPaul Dahlen

Well, ok then. After reading the many responses I have received, I will go with the gigabyte.Thanks!

I'm also assembling a system and have looked at the same MOBO's you have. I am also looking at the Abit IP35 Pro as it has also received some great reviews and is priced between the Gigabyte and ASUS. Think I may go with the ABIT. Craig

Thanks for the reply. Any particular reason you would not choose to pay less for the gigabyte?Thanks

I'm still up in the air re: my mobo purchase and for once I'm hoping to get the best I can't afford:). Only reason. If I do get the Gigabyte it will be either GIGABYTE GA-P35-DS3P or DQ6. I don't care about DDR-3 support because it probably won't be affordable for a year or two and by that time there will be even better mobo's. Whatever you get I'd like to know how you make out with it. I'm still a month or two away from purchase. Craig

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Not too familiar in regards to the Gigabyte board, but I just got an Asus P5K Deluxe and it's running just fine. I've always preferred Asus boards and they've always been good to me.