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MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI LGA 1700 Intel Z790 SATA 6Gb/s ATX DDR5 PCI-E x16 slot Wi-Fi ...
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- Supports 12th/ 13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Latest DDR5 Memory:A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory
- Lightning Gen 5:The latest PCIe 5.0 solution with up to 128GB/s bandwidth for
- maximum transfer speed.
- Extended Heatsink Design:MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
- Quadruple M.2 Connectors:Onboard quadruple M.2 connectors for the maximum storage performance.
- M.2 Shield FROZR:M.2 thermal accessory keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
- Core Boost:With premium layout and fully digital power design to support
- more cores and provide better performance.
- 2.5G Network Solution:Featuring premium 2.5G LAN to deliver better network
- experience.
- * BIOS update may be required when used with some 14th generation Intel Core processors, visit MSI support website for more information
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MSI B760 GAMING PLUS WIFI LGA 1700 (280) DDR5 ATX Motherboards - Intel, SATA 6Gbps, ...
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- BIOS update may be required when used with some 14th generation Intel Core processors, visit MSI support website for more information
- Supports 12th/ 13th Gen Intel Core Processors, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
- Latest DDR5 Memory: A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory and MSI Memory Boost technology.
- Lightning Gen4 Solution: The latest Gen4 PCI-E and M.2 solution with up to 64GB/s bandwidth for maximum transfer speed.
- Extended Heatsink Design: MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
- M.2 Shield FROZR: Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
- 2.5G Network Solution:Featuring premium 2.5G LAN to deliver better network experience.
- Wi-Fi 6E: The latest wireless solution supports 6GHz spectrum, MU-MIMO and BSS color technology, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps.
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ASRock X870E Taichi Lite AM5 AMD X870E Extended ATX Motherboard
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- Supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
- 24+2+1 Phase Power Design, 110A SPS for VCore + SOC
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs Supports Dual Channel, up to 8200+ (OC)
- 2 PCIe 5.0 x16
- Graphics Output Options: 2 USB4 Type-C, 1 HDMI
- Realtek ALC4082 5.1 CH HD Audio Codec, ESS SABRE9219 DAC, WIMA Audio Caps
- 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4), 3 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 6 SATA3
- 2 USB4 Type-C (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front), 5 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear), 7 USB 3.2 Gen1 (3 Rear, 4 Front)
- Realtek 5G LAN
- 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth
- Supports Toolless Multi-Layer M.2 Heatsink, M.2 Bottom Heatsink
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$299 .99
ASRock B850M STEEL LEGEND WIFI AM5 AMD B850 Micro ATX Motherboard
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- Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
- 12+2+1 Phase Power Design, Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC+MISC
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs Supports Dual Channel, up to 8000+ (OC)
- 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x4
- Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort
- Realtek ALC1220 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
- 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4), 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 1 M.2 (PCIe Gen4x2), 4 SATA3
- 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A+C (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front), 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front), 8 USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
- Realtek 2.5G LAN
- 802.11be WiFi 7 +Bluetooth
- Supports M.2 Bottom Heatsink, BIOS Flashback
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MSI PRO B550M PRO-VDH WIFI AM4 AMD B550 USB 3.0 Micro ATX AMD Motherboard
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- AMD B550
- Supports AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors, and future AMD Ryzen processors with BIOS update
- Supports DDR4 4400+/ 4266/ 4133/ 4000/ 3866/ 3733/ 3600/ 3466/ 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667 MHz by A-XMP OC MODE Supports DDR4 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133/ 1866 MHz by JEDEC 1DPC 1R max speed 4400 MHZ 1DPC 2R max speed 3733 MHZ 2DPC 1R max speed 3866 MHZ 2DPC 2R max speed 3466 MHZ
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MSI PRO PRO B550M-VC WIFI AM4 AMD B550 MATX AMD Motherboard
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- Supports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series, 5000 G-Series, 4000 GSeries, and 3000 Series processors Supports AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors, and future AMD Ryzen™ processors with BIOS update
- 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB 1
- Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by JEDEC
- Supports DDR4 2667/ 2800 /2933 /3000 /3066 /3200 /3466 /3600/ 3733 /3866 /4000 /4133 /4266 /4400+ MHz by A-XMP OC MODE
- Lightning Gen4 Solution
- M.2 Shield FROZR
- PCI-E Steel Armor: Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI
- Core Boost
- EZ Debug LED: Easiest way to troubleshoot.
- Frozr AI Cooling: Detect CPU & GPU temperatures and automatically adjust system fan duty to a proper value.
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive audio experience.
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MSI MEG X870E ACE MAX AM5 AMD X870E Motherboard
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- OC Engine: With the clock generator, the OC Engine technology releases the
- maximum power of CPU.
- 64MB BIOS: A larger BIOS ROM capacity allows the motherboard to support
- next-level CPU upgrades with better compatibility.
- Ultra Power +: The ultimate power solution with 18+2+1 DRPS, 110A SPS, and
- OC Engine unleashes maximum CPU performance.
- Frozr Design: Wavy Fin Design, Direct Touch Cross Heat-pipe, Aluminum Cover,
- Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr, Metal Backplate and Frozr AI software ensure the utmost performance with low temp.
- 10G Super LAN + 5G LAN: Onboard 10G plus 5G LAN provide the next level network speed, secure networking with the fastest data throughput to deliver the best online gaming experience.
- Wi-Fi 7: The latest wireless solution with a new 320MHz channel, achieving a maximum transmission speed of 5.8Gbps, which is 2.4 times faster than Wi-Fi 6/6E.
- Lightning USB 40G: Featuring a built-in USB 4 port, it offers a lightning-fast 40Gbps transmission speed.
- Lightning Gen 5: The latest PCIe 5.0 solution with up to 128GB bandwidth for
- maximum transfer speed.
- Quintuple M.2 Connectors: Onboard 5x M.2 connectors with dual Lightning Gen 5 solution for the maximum storage performance.
- EZ PCIe Release: A simple press of a button to effortlessly lock or unlock the PCIe slot, simplifying the installation and removal of the graphics card.
$659 .99
AMD B850 Rock WiFi 7 AM5 AMD B850 ATX Motherboards
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- Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
- 9+2+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC+MISC
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs
- Supports Dual Channel, up to 8000+ (OC)
- 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x16, 2 PCIe 4.0 x1
- Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI
- Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec
- 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4)
- 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
- 4 SATA3
- 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (Rear)
- 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 (Rear)
- 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
- 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
- 8 USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
- Realtek 2.5G LAN
- 802.11be WiFi 7 + Bluetooth
$179 .99
ASUS B850 MAX GAMING WIFI W - AMD AM5 ATX Motherboard, White PCB, DDR5, PCIe 5.0 ...
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- Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
- AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
- Enhanced Power Solution: 8+2+1 phase power design, 6-layer PCB, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
- Ultrafast Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, rear USB 10Gbps Type-A & Type-C ports, and front USB 5Gbps Type-C support
- Comprehensive Cooling: VRM and M.2 heatsinks, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+
- DIY Friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield, BIOS FlashBack, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED Core
- Unmatched Personalization: Three Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting
- Renowned Software: Armoury Crate, ASUS AI Advisor, ASUS DriverHub, ASUS GlideX, ASUS MyHotkey
- CEC Tier II ready
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MSI MAG B850M MORTAR WIFI AM5 AMD B850 Micro ATX Motherboard
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- AMD B850
- Ryzen 7000 Series / Ryzen 8000 Series / Ryzen 9000 Series
- Support DDR5 8200 - 5600 (OC) MT/s / 5600 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s
$219 .99
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO AM5 LGA 1718, ATX, DDR5, 4x M.2, PCIe 5.0, USB4, Wi-Fi 7, ...
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- "AMD Socket AM5: Supports AMD Ryzen 9000 / Ryzen 8000 / Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
- DDR5 Compatible: 4*DIMMs with AMD EXPO Support
- Power Design: 16+2+2, 80A Smart Power Stage
- Thermals: VRM and M.2 Thermal Guard
- Connectivity: PCIe 5.0, 4x M.2 Slots, Dual USB4, Front and Rear USB-C, Sensor Panel Link
- DIY Friendly: M.2 EZ-Latch, PCIe EZ-Latch, Wi-Fi EZ-Plug, EZ-Debug Zone
- Networking: Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE LAN
- 5-Year Warranty
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ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi AM5 AMD B850 Micro ATX Motherboard
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- Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
- 12+2+1 Phase Power Design, Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC+MISC
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs Supports Dual Channel, up to 8000+ (OC)
- 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x4
- Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort
- Realtek ALC1220 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
- 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4), 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 1 M.2 (PCIe Gen4x2), 4 SATA3
- 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A+C (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front), 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front), 8 USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
- Realtek 2.5G LAN
- 802.11be WiFi 7 +Bluetooth
- Supports M.2 Bottom Heatsink, BIOS Flashback
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Motherboard Considerations
Introduction
When assembling a desktop computer, two of the most important considerations are the processor and motherboard—also sometimes referred to as a mobo. Once you have decided on a processor, you can narrow down your choices to compatible motherboards. Below, NeweggBusiness lists out several considerations to help you narrow down your choices even more.
Key Considerations
Form Factor
With a processor selected, you should decide how large you want the computer to be. The size of the case will determine how large your motherboard can be. Some of the more common form factors include the following.
- ATX – The standard form factor often found in many mid and full-tower desktop computers, it measures 12 × 9.6 inches.
- Extended ATX (E-ATX) – E-ATX motherboards are usually 12 × 13 inches, but it is not a definite requirement. Generally though, E-ATX motherboards are larger than ATX variants. Full-tower cases are typically required for E-ATX motherboards.
- Micro ATX (mATX) – mATX motherboards can range from 9.6 × 9.6 inches to 6.75 × 6.75 inches, and are excellent for use in small-form-factor cases. Compared to ATX-sized motherboards, they have fewer expansion slots and internal connectors.
- Mini ITX – A mini ITX motherboard measures 6.7 × 6.7 inches and is a popular form factor for smaller computers. Due space restrictions, mini ITX motherboards only have one expansion card slot.
- Ultra ATX – Ultra ATX is 14.4 × 9.6 inches and is a relatively new form factor designed to accommodate multiple graphics cards. Visually, it is slightly taller than a standard ATX motherboard.
Expansion Slots
The number of expansion slots on a motherboard is directly linked to its form factor, but the configuration of those expansion slots can vary. Though most standard ATX motherboards have seven expansion slots, the type of slots they are can vary from model to model. For instance, one motherboard can have five PCI and two PCIe® slots while another may have six PCI and only one PCIe slot.
Internal Data Connectors
Also of importance is the number and type of internal data connectors available on a motherboard. They are used to connect optical drives, hard drives, solid state drives, and other storage drives to the motherboard. Typically, larger motherboards have more internal data connectors because larger cases can support more drives.
As for the type of connectors, most desktop motherboards utilize SATA connectors, though some may also have IDE connectors for legacy support.
Onboard Video
Many desktop motherboards—though not all—have built-in video chipsets, so they do not strictly require dedicated desktop video cards. However, few onboard video chipsets are capable of outputting to multiple monitors or run graphics-intensive programs. For general office tasks such as word processing, checking e-mail, or browsing the internet, onboard video is more than sufficient.
Wireless Networking (Wi-Fi™)
Some motherboards feature wireless networking, making dedicatedwireless network adapters unnecessary. However, motherboards that have built-in Wi-Fi are typically more expensive. If you do not utilize wireless networking, you can save costs by select a motherboard without built-in Wi-Fi.
