Transcend TS-AVD1 VIA Apollo Pro 133 Slot-1 ATX

The Test

In recent times, choosing a motherboard cannot be completely determined by a Winstone score. Now, many boards come within one Winstone point of each other and therefore the need to benchmark boards against each other falls. Therefore you shouldn't base your decision entirely on the benchmarks you see here, but also on the technical features and advantages of this particular board, seeing as that will probably make the greatest difference in your overall experience.

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The Final Decision

With the TS-ABX, Transcend proved that smaller names in the industry can produce quality products that are capable of competing with larger manufacturers. However, with the TS-AVD1, Transcend really dropped the ball. Without many overclocking options and with poor stability, the TS-AVD1 simply cannot compete with most other Apollo Pro 133 boards out there. Further, it may be difficult to get a hold of one of these boards, as a quick look around the web produced no vendors with Transcend products. The TS-AVD1 is obviously a quick fix solution by Transcend to come out with a cheaper alternative to the i440BX.

In order for companies like Transcend to become readily available to the consumers, they need to make a name for themselves in the market. As mentioned in the TS-ABX review, Transcend needs something that is unique and will appeal to a variety of users. Even if this board had sported excellent stability, high build quality, and no major issues, that alone might not be enough to make a name in this extremely competitive market.

How it Rates

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