AMD Motherboards : Gaming X vs Gaming k4

Author: parsec
Subject: Gaming X vs Gaming k4
Posted: 06 Jul 2017 at 7:57am

mysticjbyrd wrote: I am asking, because I am putting together another build, more budget friendly, for a friend.  Well that and I am curious. What is the differences between these two boards? I heard the k4 was going eol, and this was the replacement.  I also heard the mods here say that the gaming x has some better components.  However, the gaming x is cheaper somehow?  $110 on newegg atm, after mir. I also heard another forum member say the exact opposite, and claimed the k4 was too good for the price.  Not sure what to believe... Some clarification from asrock about the exact differences would be great!

These two boards are virtually identical in their construction and features. The only main feature difference is the Gaming K4 has two USB 3.1 ports, while the Gaming X does not have any USB 3.1 ports.

There may be some differences in components on these two boards, prices for some chips have increased dramatically and can no longer be used on budget oriented boards like these. Specific chip models such as the VRM chips will not be high end chips on boards at this price level, so are not specified in the specifications. Both boards are 12 phase, 8 + 4 VRM designs.

The Gaming Z is simply on sale at Newegg now (ending in six days), while the Gaming K4 is not. That accounts for the current price difference, and is not related to the board itself. The MSRP of both boards is identical, $159. The Gaming X also has a better rebate, since it is a new product.