Product Comparison: ASUS X99-A vs ASUS X99-E WS/USB 3.1
General Specifications
Brand
ASUS
ASUS
Model
X99-A
X99-E WS/USB 3.1
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The X99-A Motherboard from Asus is designed to fit into standard size ATX cases. Compatible with 64-bit versions of Windows 8.1, 8, and 7, the 12 x 9.6" X99-A supports Intel Core i7 processors and delivers power and speed to Internet browsing, extreme gaming, CAD software, and home servers.
The X99-E WS/USB 3.1 Motherboard from ASUS. The 12 x 10.5" X99-E WS supports Intel Core i7, Xeon E5-1600 v3, and Xeon E5 2600 v3 processors with a LGA 2011-v3 socket, as well as the Intel X99 chipset.
Key Specs
Form Factor
ATX
EATX (Extended ATX)
Socket
LGA2011-3
LGA2011-3
Chipset
Intel X99
Intel X99
Supported Processors
Supports Intel i7 Processors
Supports Intel i7 / Xeon Processors
Memory Slot Type
288 pin
288 pin
What customers say about "Key Specs"
ASUS X99-A ATX Motherboard
- Very solid ATX board. Recommended.
- The board install and setup was great. Good form factor for my case.
- I love the ASUS brand. Good ATX board!
- Nothing broken. ATX form factor. Easy install.
- Easy setup with ATX case. Reliable performance.
Size & Weight
Height
12 in.
12 in.
Width
9.6 in.
10.5 in.
Depth
1 in.
1 in.
Weight
2.05 lbs.
3 lbs.
Memory
Memory Type
DDR4
DDR4
Maximum Speed
3200 MHz
3200 MHz
Number Of Memory Slots
8
8
Max. Memory Supported
64 GB
128 GB
What customers say about "Memory"
ASUS X99-A ATX Motherboard
- My mobo works well with 64 GB DDR4 RAM.
- Crucial Ballistix DDR4 works perfect with this mobo.
- 4x16 GB (64 GB) this memory works with the latest BIOS update.
- Didn't work had to return. Memory issue.
- Quality issues with memory controller.
ASUS X99-E WS/USB 3.1 Motherboard
- Works without issue. Supported my DDR4 memory type.
- No problems or complaints. Good memory support.
- I love the many RAM slots and PCI slots.
- Solid workstation board. No issues. Works well with DDR4 memory type.
- Solid board. No problems at all with memory or something else.
Connectivity
PCI
6
7
PCI-E
3x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16, PCIe 2.0 x16, 2x PCIe 2.0 x1
7x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16
HDMI
0
0
USB
10x USB 3.1 Gen1, 8x USB 2.0/1.1
14x USB 3.1 Gen1, 4x USB 2.0/1.1
SATA
10
12
Other Interfaces
M.2, PS/2, RJ-45, Optical S/PDIF out, 5x audio jacks
M.2, RJ-45, Optical S/PDIF out, 8x audio jacks
What customers say about "Connectivity"
ASUS X99-A ATX Motherboard
- It has plenty of on-board USB ports.
- Has a lot of durable ports. Perfect for me.
- Does it's job well. Good, solid and durable ports.
- Has plenty of ports for conectivity. I like it.
- Had trouble with USB ports working.
ASUS X99-E WS/USB 3.1 Motherboard
- No problems at all. Solid board. Durable ports.
- The board is great. A lot of ports.
- I like this mobo. Good for all my needs with plenty of ports.
- Super product. Solid and durable ports on this one.
- The board arrived with defective SATA ports.
Features
Native Audio
Realtek ALC1150
Realtek ALC1150
Additional Accessories Included
Q-Shield, 4x SATA cables, SLI Bridge Connector, Q-connector
Q-Shield, I/O Shield, COM port cable, 12x SATA cables, Supporting DVD, 3-Way SLI bridge, 4-Way SLI bridge, SLI Bridge Connector, Q-connector, 2-port USB 2.0 module
Extras
ASUS 5-Way Optimization, Crystal Sound 2, Remote GO!, Fan Xpert 3, EZ Tuning Wizard, Turbo APP, ASUS HomeCloud
DTS Ultra PC II, DTS Connect, ASUS 5-Way Optimization, ASUS TPU, ASUS EPU, ASUS Digital Power Design, ASUS EZ DIY, ASUS Q-Design, Turbo APP, Fan Xpert 3
What customers say about "Features"
ASUS X99-E WS/USB 3.1 Motherboard
- It works well. Has good features.
- This board has all the features that I wanted for my editing rig, and room for upgradability as well.
- This is professional grade motherboard for its price and set of features it provides.
- This motherboard is well designed and has some amazing hardware.
- This board currently has only one BIOS (version 0402).
Power
Power Connectors
24-pin EATX, 8-pin ATX 12V
24-pin EATX, 8-pin ATX 12V, 8-pin EATX 12V, 6-pin EATX 12V_1
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
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