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Foxconn Quantum Force BlackOps review

The sneakiest, stealthiest motherboard out there – with plausible deniability

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2008-08-01August 1st 2008

Price at launch £260.00
Features 4in1 Quantum Cooler, Supports latest Intel 45nm processors
Additional Information Based on Intel X48 chipset
LAN Details Dual Gigabit LAN
Onboard Graphics Yes
Onboard Graphics Properties 3* PCIe x16 Gen2.0 with ATI CrossFireX support
Onboard sound Yes
Onboard Sound Properties 7.1 channel HDA daughter card with 106db SNR
Storage/Storage Controller 6* SATAII, RAID, 2* eSATA, 12* USB 2.0, 2* IEEE1394a, 1* ATA 133
Supported RAM Size (GB) 8

Product Summary

Quantum Force Blackops X48

Quantum Force Blackops

Price at launch

£260.00

For

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Great for overclocking

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Chimney

Against

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Unsuitable for novices

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Not that great

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