NF4 Ultra -- DFI or Asus

[moosey]

Building a new A64 based computer and want the NF4 Ultra chipset (no SLI). I would like to o/c some but am not going to o/c this thing hardcore. I want a stable board with as few issues/bugs as possible and I need performance for gaming. I have narrowed it down to the 2 choices below. They are both in my budget of about $150. I've only used Asus before and have had no problems, have never tried DFI but have heard good things. Which would you recommend and why?

DFI
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=13-136-152&depa=1

Asus
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=13-131-530&depa=1

Also, any other recommendations?
Any brands to avoid?

Thanks

 

[imported_Kensai]

DFI for overclocking. I also suggest MSI. They're not too shabby.

 

[ChineseDemocracyGNR]

For a stable system it's very important to pick:

- a good PSU. Wattage is not everything, pick a good brand;
- and memory. Make sure it's on the compatibility list of the board you choose.

Both boards are good but the DFI has more features and costs the same.

 

[moosey]

yeah I have a 500watt Fortron and am using the Crucial Ballistix mem.
So you say both are about the same? I'll have to compare all the features again. Thanks

 

[CheesePoofs]

If the ballistix is compatible with the DFI, get it. Just make sure its compatible first! It is very picky about ram.

 

[Mucker]

DFI, quality capacitors, mofset heatsinks, and a bios that is simply incredible. There are so many great features for the money...quite a bargain,

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