The 2018 Australian PC Awards - The Winners

Motherboards

The foundation of any PC build, motherboards serve as the backbone of the machine, connecting all the components and allowing them to pull together to get the performance you want.

Winner, Best Motherboard Company: Asus

Asus is a vast technology company with a huge range of motherboards. The range includes products in every category and form factor, including the high-end gaming ROG series.

Finalists

Gigabyte

One of the ‘big four’, Gigabyte motherboards have been used by Australians for decades. Now, its performance products are included under the new Aorus brand.

MSI

MSI innovation and quality, plus an immense range, has proven popular with Australian gamers and PC enthusiasts.

Asrock

Launched in 2002, ASRock is famous for quality products at affordable price. Its motherboards deliver great features and the brand is popular in Australia.

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