Is there a Z68 version withOUT on-board graphic

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alecela

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I guess, as a hardcore gamer, on-board graphics is big no-no. As such, I wonder if Z68 is truly a chipset for enthusiasts, is there a version WITHOUT the on-board graphic that we can look forward to?
 
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The Z68 concerns I've had are to the following comparisons:

AMD 890FX Discrete GPS(s) only {P67} vs AMD 890GX {Z68} IGPU + Discrete GPS(s) ; Gamers always choose 890FX
The 890FX + Crossfire clearly outperforms the 890GX's IGPU + Crossfire.

The question is:
P67 SLI/CF vs Z68 SLI/CF ; Shared Bandwidth

What threw me for a loop has the GA-Z68X-UD7-B3 which completely ignores/circumvents the Z68 IGPU all together and a discrete GPU is required. If the Z68 chipset can 'somehow keep' the normally shared PCIe lane bandwidth from the GPU(s) then there's no disadvantaged to the Z68 vs P67, and you're left with the advantage(s). However, GA-Z68X-UD7-B3 without IGPU, as I understand it, Quick Sync won't work unless the processor's GPU is...

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08-06-2010 jaquith "I am new to all this and so far this is a great forum community. So Thanks for Help!"

13-04-2011 jaquith "I have been around for a while..."

you've made this transition in around 10 months? i've 'been around' for over 20 years *smile*

your comments (not only those that i've just quoted) help to portray your immaturity and lack willingness to accept your own failings

i'm sure you will grow up eventually - but, to be honest, snow might fall on satin first
 

meddyliwr

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oh bill, really?
i expected more from you
sorry *frown* maybe i'm thinking of the 'more intelligent' bill woodruff
 

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These are gigabyte Z68 chipset without onboard graphics.


Z68X-UD7-B3 Z68X-UD5-B3 Z68X-UD4-B3 Z68X-UD3P-B3
Z68X-UD3R-B3 Z68X-UD3-B3 Z68A-D3-B3