For folks who intend to use the GA-EX38-DQ6 as a total OEM solution, you might find the Front Panel HD audio header to be in a pretty tight spot. It's fine if there is no video card or above average size cooler installed on the CPU. However, once a video card is installed, getting to this header is a lot like navigating an obstacle course.

Here we have a 3-pin fan header and the 8-pin auxiliary +12 volt connector block nestled firmly between the rear panel I/O and the MOSFET cooler block. Another tight fit for sure.

The CPU socket does have plenty of breathing room. The capacitors have been pushed back away from the socket so you shouldn't have clearance issues with larger heatsinks.

In fact, here is a photo taken with a Scythe Ninja installed on the CPU and as you can see, there is still plenty of room.