EPoX, with its EP-5LWA+ i925XE motherboard, has done things a little differently that most other tier-1 manufacturers. Whereas they're happy to load on every conceivable feature known to man and bundle in everything but the kitchen sink, EPoX has been more conservative. The end result is a motherboard that's comparatively light on features, but, crucially, comes in at 330 or so cheaper than the competition. 120 or so buys you a capable Alderwood board that's laid out well, has decent overclocking options and utter stability.