ASRock X99 Extreme11 Motherboard Review

1. Introduction2. ASRock X99 Extreme11: Packaging and Bundle3. ASRock X99 Extreme11: Board Layout and Features4. ASRock X99 UEFI5. ASRock X99 Software6. Testing Methodology7. Tests: System-related8. Tests: Processor-related9. Tests: Gaming-related10. Tests: Motherboard-related11. Overclocking: Frequencies12. Overclocking: Performance13. Technical: Power Consumption14. Closing Thoughts15. View All Pages

Bioshock Infinite

We used the Bioshock Infinite demanding ‘Ultra’ setting and a 1920×1080 resolution to push today’s gaming hardware. Our data was recorded using a section of the game, not the built-in benchmark.

Metro: Last Light

We used a 1920×1080 resolution and the Metro: Last Light built-in benchmark set to ‘High’ quality to offer an intense challenge for the gaming hardware while also making playable frame rates a possibility.

Tomb Raider

We used a 1920×1080 resolution and the Tomb Raider built-in benchmark set to ‘Ultimate’ quality.

We must first point out that we were forced to update to the Catalyst 14.9 drivers prior to testing ASRock's X99 Extreme11. All other motherboards used the 14.4 drivers, which may offer slightly different performance levels.

Despite its latency-inducing PLX switch, the ASRock X99 Extreme11 manages a strong set of gaming results. That said, the biggest frame rate difference between the competing pack is just 1.3 FPS, in Bioshock Infinite.

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