**Official ABIT IP-35 Pro Review/Overclock/Guide Thread**

[Soulburner]

Both boards use the same core design for the power section. IP35 Pro has an additional circuit to improve overclocking although I didn't see any improvement with my CPUs (E4300 and E6320). Both should be able to push a capable CPU up to 500MHz, which is more than adequate for all current Intel processors. The sweet spot for these chips is 430 to 490MHz FSB.

The PWM circuit can get toasty with quads. IP35-E's PWM temperature is lower than IP35 Pro under load because it is not connected to the hot NB heat sink. The Pro version uses one heat pipe cooler for the NB, SB, and MOSFET.

I'll also make note that the regular IP35 does have the PWM and NB connected with a heatpipe. It's just the E that doesn't.

Also, take a look at the capacitors. They are different between all 3 boards, getting progressively bigger the more you spend

And about the HSF...like he said, moving air is better than non-moving air as long as it isn't "too" warm, and it won't be. I have a 120mm fan on the side supplying fresh air, although I don't feel like its enough. Thing is, I don't think I can get better cooling without a lot more noise.

I'll also note that the board layout is great, and even with the heatpipes and heatsinks abound, I can mount my SI-128 in any direction. It doesn't matter if its north, south, east or west, it fits. I'll see if the same holds true for my Enzotech Ultra-X, which is a similar design but even better.