ROG Rampage V Extreme: Review Roundup Vol. 2

Since the launch of Rampage V Extreme in late August, overclockers from around the world have embraced the motherboard as their weapon of choice in their quest for world record glory.  Apart from overclocking, whether it's 3D rendering, data transfer, gaming or modding, media have put the R5E through its paces in a whole range of tests.  Let's take a look at what people have to say about it after two months of tinkering, tweaking and tyrannizing the playing field.

If you missed all the excitement, you can get up to date here:

• Press Release: ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Rampage V Extreme
• Gallery: Rampage V Extreme
• Overview: Rampage V Extreme Features – Keeping The Advantage
• Unboxing: Rampage V Extreme
• ASUS & ROG X99 Exclusive: OC Socket – Extra Pins, Extra Performance!
• X99 Domination: Rampage V Extreme Overclocking World Records!
• 6549.71MHz i7 5960X CPU Frequency World Record by John Lam on the Rampage V Extreme
• Rampage V Extreme Review Roundup

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @ Hardware Heaven

"In terms of pricing, the Rampage V Extreme is at the top end of the X99 market but that is no surprise given its build quality, features and performance. Without doubt the best X99 board we have used and easily one of the best boards for any platform, ever."

Link: Hardware Heaven

"Where to start… how about: The ASUS Rampage V Extreme is just awesome. Money aspect aside, if we had to buy an X99 board today, for any use, we would go with this model."

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @  TweakTown

"We've been extremely impressed with the X99 chipset so far, and we can't deny the simple fact that if you're looking to build a true beast of a computer, it should be based around this chipset. Also, if the past has told us anything, it's that the ROG boards are some of the best money can buy."

Link: TweakTown

"If you want the best X99 motherboard on the market, this is what you buy."

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @ OCAHOLIC

"Of course the expectations towards ASUS flagship motherboard are high but in this case they definitely did not fail. There is simply an armada of features and extreme overclockers will be happy about some new toys, which are actually really practical and helpful."

Link: OCAHOLIC 

"We give the ASUS Rampage V Extreme excellent 5 out of 5 stars."

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @ eTeknix

“A premium platform like X99 deserves a premium motherboard and that’s exactly what the ASUS Rampage V Extreme offers. Class leading performance, connectivity, quality and features make the R5E the ultimate motherboard for any consumer.”

Link: eTeknix

 “The Extreme Performance Award – Awarded to products that break the boundaries by offering the best performance in its product range and offers unparalleled performance compared to its rivals. The type of product that will help you break records and give you bragging rights in front of your friends.”

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @ OCDRIFT

"In terms of overclocking performance, we would say that it was a breeze working with the Rampage V Extreme. With minimal tweaking applied we managed to squeeze our Core i7-5960X processor to a healthy CPU frequency of 4.5GHz therefore boosting its performance to a higher level. The ability to overclock memory adds another strong point to this motherboard. We were able to overclock our favourite DDR4 memory kits without a hitch. Thanks to the included memory presets in the BIOS, it really made our job done easily."

Link: OCDRIFT

"ASUS Rampage V Rampage received Editor’s Choice Award from OCDrift.com"   

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @ Overclockers

"ASUS definitely went the extra mile with the Rampage V Extreme, and they seemingly never stop providing new features with every motherboard release. While the Rampage V Extreme continues the tradition of being one of the best extreme overclocking motherboards available, it’s now loaded with many of the same features you find on their Maximus and Channel series motherboards."

Link: Overclockers

"In the end, the Rampage V Extreme is an attractive option for extreme overclockers, enthusiasts, and gamers alike. A little something for everyone it seems… Overclockers Approved!"

ASUS Rampage V Extreme Review @ Geektech

"The main aspect of the board is the amount of control you will have over your entire system and even more, the overclocking ability is insane. Basically, nothing will come between you and the best possible performance your system can do and if you have a CPU that can do insane overclocks, you won’t have any trouble getting there with the Rampage V Extreme."

Link: Geektech

"There is only 1 award for a board like this. The Rampage V Extreme gets a Gold Award for having an extensive feature list and an insane amount of control of your components and especially CPU overclocking."

And if you are one of the lucky ones who already own a Rampage V Extreme, these may help you get the best out of it:

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• How To Adjust Cache Voltage To Boost Cache Bus Frequency
• ROG Overclocking Guide For Core i7 5960X, 5930K & 5820K
• Deep Dive Guide: Extreme Engine DIGI+ IV On Rampage V Extreme
• GameFirst III Now Includes LiveUpdate Function
• M.2 PCI-Express SSD RAID-0 Performance On Rampage V Extreme