Asus Maximus VII Impact (Z97) mITX Motherboard Review

1. Introduction2. Asus Maximus VII Impact: Packaging and Bundle3. Asus Maximus VII Impact: Board Layout and Features4. Asus Z97 ROG UEFI5. Asus Z97 ROG 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 x 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 x 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 x 1080 resolution and the Tomb Raider built-in benchmark set to ‘Ultimate’ quality.

Asus' mITX solution shows strong gaming performance throughout our suite of tests. Top and near-top finishes are delivered in Bioshock Infinite and Tomb Raider, respectively. Metro: Last Light performance is also competitive with all other Z97 boards.

Positive gaming performance is one of the key points for the Maximus VII Impact. Buyers looking to use the board as the base of their SFF gaming system (did somebody say Steam Machine?) will be pleased to see the competitive frame rate numbers.

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