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MSI B450M-A PRO MAX AM4 AMD B450 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX AMD Motherboard
$98 .78
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- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD B450
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: DDR4 4133 / 4000 / 3866 / 3733 / 3466 / 3200 / 3066 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2667 by A-XMP OC mode* (For 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen (R5 / R7 / R9)) DDR4 3466 / 3200 / 3066 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2667 by A-XMP OC mode (For AMD Other CPU) DDR4 2667 / 2400 / 2133 / 1866 by JEDEC * Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
- PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16* * Actual support may vary by CPU.
- Model #: B450M-A PRO MAX
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2343
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MSI MEG B550 UNIFY AM4 AMD B550 USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard
$349 .00
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- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD B550
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 2 1. The SATA5 port will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD into M2_3. 2. The SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing M.2 PCIe SSD into M2_3.
- USB 3.0: 4 x USB 3.0
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: AMD Ryzen 4000 G-Series processors support DDR4 5100+ (Max. 5600)/ 5000/ 4866/ 4800/ 4733/ 4600/ 4533/ 4400/ 4266/ 4133/ 4000/ 3866/ 3733/ 3600/ 3466/ 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667 MHz by A-XMP OC MODE 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors supports DDR4 5100+/ 5000/ 4866/ 4800/ 4733/ 4600/ 4533/ 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/...
- Model #: MEG B550 UNIFY
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2387
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ASRock B650I LIGHTNING WIFI AM5 Ryzen 7000 AMD B650 SATA 6Gb/s Mini-ITX s DDR5 ...
$301 .99
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: AM5
- Chipset: AMD B650
- Serial ATA (SATA): CPU: - 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode* Chipset: - 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode* - 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
- Form Factor: Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm - 8 Layer PCB
- Number of Memory Slots: Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology - 2 x DDR5 DIMM Slots - Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 7200+(OC)* - Max. capacity of system memory: 96GB - Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)
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- Model #: B650I LIGHTNING WIFI
- Item #: 9SIV04GKBD4984
- Return Policy: Hot Deals 4 Less Return Policy
ASRock WRX90 WS EVO SATA 6Gb/s DDR5 AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slots ...
$1,887 .99
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: sTRX5
- Chipset: AMD WRX90
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
- Form Factor: EEB Form Factor: 12.0-in x 13.0-in, 30.5 cm x 33.0cm - 14 Layer PCB - 2oz Copper PCB
- Number of Memory Slots: Eight Channel DDR5 Memory Technology - 8 x DDR5 DIMM Slots - Supports DDR5 ECC, buffered memory (RDIMM/ RDIMM-3DS) up to 7600+(OC)* - Max. capacity of system memory: 2TB * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http:// www.asrock.com
- Memory Standard: up to 7600+(OC)*
- Audio Channels: 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec) - Impedance Sensing on Rear Out port - Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel - Nahimic Audio
- Model #: WRX90 WS EVO
- Item #: 9SIV04GK8T9556
- Return Policy: Hot Deals 4 Less Return Policy
MSI PRO TRX40 PRO WIFI sTRX4 AMD TRX40 ATX AMD Motherboard
$317 .00
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- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: sTRX4
- Chipset: AMD TRX40
- Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: Supports JEDEC 1R 3200/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz 1DPC 1R max speed 4666 MHz 1DPC 2R max speed 4000 MHz 2DPC 1R max speed 4000 MHz 2DPC 2R max speed 3600 MHz
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220 Codec
- Model #: TRX40 PRO WIFI
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2843
- Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
MSI MAG X570S TORPEDO MAX AM4 AMD X570 SATA 6Gb/s ATX AMD Motherboard
$139 .00
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD X570
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: DDR4 3200 / 3066 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 / 1866 (by JEDEC) Max overclocking frequency by A-XMP OC mode: For Ryzen 5000 G-Series & 4000 G-Series processors - 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5100 - 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000 - 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4266 - 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 3600 For Ryzen 5000 Series & 3000 Series processors - 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5100 - 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 3866 - 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000 - 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 3600
- Onboard Video Chipset: Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic
- Model #: MAG X570S TORPEDO MA
- Item #: 9SIVRE6KWK9297
- Return Policy: soft_9 Return Policy
MSI MPG B550I GAMING EDGE WIFI AM4 AMD B550 Mini ITX AMD Motherboard
$242 .00
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- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD B550
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: Mini ITX
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: Supports DDR4 4600+/ 4533/ 4466/ 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 4600 MHZ 1DPC 2R max speed 4000 MHZ
- Onboard Video Chipset: Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic: 1 x HDMI 2.0/2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz* Maximum shared memory of 16GB * Available for the processor with integrated graphics.
- Model #: B550I GAMING EDGE WI
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2379
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ASRock X570 STEEL LEGEND AM4 AMD X570 ATX AMD Motherboard
$189 .00
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- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD X570
- Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s Connectors, support RAID, NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Matisse) support DDR4 4666+(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4300(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3200/ 2933/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory* AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge) support DDR4 3600+(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 2933/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory* AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Picasso) support DDR4 3466+(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 2933/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory* * For Ryzen Series CPUs (Picasso), ECC is only supported with PRO CPUs. * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.as...
- Model #: X570 STEEL LEGEND
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2508
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ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS WIFI II AM4 AMD B550 ATX AMD Motherboard
$110 .39
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD B550
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: DDR4 4866(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4466(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4200(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
- PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16* * Supports x4 mode.
- Model #: TUF GAMING B550-PLUS WIFI II
- Item #: 9B-9UB13-119-518
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE AM5 LGA 1718, ATX, DDR5, 4x M.2, PCIe 5.0, USB4, ...
$246 .49
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: AM5
- Chipset: AMD X870
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory Standard: DDR5 5200
- PCI Express x4: Chipset: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4) * The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the M2D_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2D_SB connector. - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x2 (PCIEX2)
- Model #: X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
- Item #: 9B-9UB13-145-518
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Gigabyte AMD AX370M DS3H Socket AM4 DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard (GA-AX370M-DS3H)
$85 .00
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- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD X370
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Model #: GA-AX370M-DS3H
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1942
- Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
GIGABYTE X470 AORUS ULTRA GAMING AM4 AMD X470 ATX AMD Motherboard
$149 .00
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- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD X470
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: Support for DDR4 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2933/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules
- PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)* * Actual support may vary by CPU. * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)* * Actual support may vary by CPU. * The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode. (The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
- Model #: X470 AORUS ULTRA GAM
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2577
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GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER AM5 LGA 1718, ATX, DDR5, 4x M.2, PCIe 5.0, USB4, Wi-Fi 7, ...
$349 .99
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: AM5
- Chipset: AMD X870E
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory Standard: DDR5 5200
- PCI Express x4: Chipset: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4_1) - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4_2)
- Model #: X870E AORUS MASTER
- Item #: 9B-9UC13-145-514
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
GIGABYTE B650M GAMING PLUS WIFI AM5 LGA 1718 AMD B650 M-ATX, DDR5, PCIe 4.0 M.2, ...
$123 .19
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: AM5
- Chipset: AMD B650
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory Standard: DDR5 7600(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5200/ 4800/ 4400
- PCI Express x1: 1 x PCI Express x1 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1)
- Model #: B650M GAMING PLUS WIFI
- Item #: 9B-9UC13-145-502
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Refurbished: ASUS AMD AM4 ROG Strix X570-F Gaming ATX Motherboard with PCIe 4.0, Dual ...
$175 .00
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- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD X570
- Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen ProcessorsDDR4 4400(O.C.)/ 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz ECC and non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *2nd Gen AMD Ryzen ProcessorsDDR4 3600(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz ECC and non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics ProcessorsDDR4 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz ECC and non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Onboard Video Chipset: Integrated Graphics in the 2nd and...
- Model #: STRIX X570-F GAMING
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2782
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Refurbished: ASUS ROG STRIX X670E-A GAMING WIFI 6E Snow ,SocketAM5 Ryzen 7000 ...
$329 .00
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- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: AM5
- Chipset: AMD X670E
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory Standard: Supports DDR5 6400+(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600 / 5400 / 5200 / 5000 / 4800 * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM module vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list.
- PCI Express x1: 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1
- Model #: ROG STRIX X670E-A GAMING WIFI 6E Snow
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK4390
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Refurbished: GIGABYTE B550 GAMING X AM4 AMD B550 ATX Motherboard with Dual M.2, SATA ...
$169 .00
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- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- CPU Type: Ryzen 5000 Series
- Model #: B550 GAMING X
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2846
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Refurbished: ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS AMD AM4 (3rd Gen Ryzen) ATX Gaming ...
$122 .06
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- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- Chipset: AMD B550
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128GB
- Channel Supported: Dual Channel
- Part Number: TUF GAMING B550-PLUS
- CPU Type: Supports AMD Ryzen 5000 / 4000 G / 3000 Series Pro
- Model #: TUF GAMING B550-PLUS
- Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9501
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Refurbished: ASRock X570 TAICHI AMD Socket X570 AM4 ATX M.2 Desktop Motherboard A
$239 .00
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- Brand: ASRock
- Form Factor: ATX
- Model #: X570 TAICHI
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2844
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Refurbished: Gigabyte B650M DS3H B650M DS3H Motherboards AMD
$129 .00
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- CPU Type: Ryzen Series
- Model #: B650M DS3H
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK3893
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Refurbished: GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS XTREME sTRX4 XL ATX AMD Motherboard
$899 .00
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- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: sTRX4
- Chipset: AMD TRX40
- Serial ATA (SATA): Chipset: 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~7) ASMedia SATA 6Gb/s Controller: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 8, 9), supporting AHCI mode only
- Form Factor: XL ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory Standard: Support for DDR4 4400(O.C.)/ 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3733(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3466(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3333(O.C.)/ 3300(O.C.)/ 3200/ 2933/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4050H codec + Realtek ALC1220-VB codec (rear panel audio) Realtek ALC4050H codec + ESS SABRE9218 DAC (front panel audio)
- Model #: TRX40 AORUS XTREME
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK3292
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Refurbished: ASUS ProArt X670E-CREATOR WIFI AMD X670 AM5 Ryzen Desktop 9000 8000 & ...
$649 .00
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- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: AM5
- Chipset: AMD X670E
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: ATX
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory Standard: Supports DDR5 6400+(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 ECC and Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM module vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list. * Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 Memory supports On-Die ECC function.
- Audio Chipset: Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, F...
- Model #: 90MB1B90-M0AAY0
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK4394
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Refurbished: ASUS Prime X570-Pro Ryzen 3 AM4 with PCIe Gen4, Dual M.2 HDMI, SATA 6GB/s ...
$193 .54
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- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: AM4
- CPU Type: Ryzen 5000 Series
- Model #: PRIME X570-PRO
- Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9003
- Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
Refurbished: ASRock X370 Killer SLI ATX Motherboards - AMD
$119 .00
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- Model #: X370 Killer SLI
- Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2807
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Key Considerations for AMD Motherboards
Introduction
To find the ideal AMD motherboard for your system build, there are several important considerations that you should factor into your purchasing decision. The motherboard is an integral component that affects many different aspects of a computer, from its size to the amount and type of devices that it can support. If you are assembling a computer using an AMD processor and motherboard, the information below will be of value to you.
CPU Socket
A motherboard’s CPU socket determines what type of processor it supports. Whenever a new generation of processors is released, there is a chance that a new type of CPU socket will be required. Sometimes new CPU sockets are backwards compatible with older processors, but it is not guaranteed.
If you want to upgrade your AMD motherboard to one that utilizes a new type of socket but use the same processor, you will need to ensure that the new socket is backwards compatible.
AM3
Designed as the successor to socket AM2+, it is used by Phenom™ II, Athlon™ II, Sempron™, and Opteron processors™. There is some backwards compatibility, as select socket AM2+ AMD motherboards can utilize socket AM3 processors. In addition, some AM3 AMD motherboards are compatible with newer AM3+ processors.
AM3+
An update to socket AM3, AM3+ motherboards are backwards compatible with AM3 processors. Another benefit is that AM3+ processors support error correction code (ECC) memory.
FM2
Socket FM2 is specialized for use with AMD Accelerated Processing Units (APU). An APU is a processor that integrates both the CPU and graphics processing unit (GPU) into one chip. Though many non-APU processors also have video capabilities, AMD markets their APUs as being lower-budget solutions.
FM2+
AMD motherboards with FM2+ sockets can utilize both FM2+ and FM2 APUs, but an FM2 motherboard does not support FM2+ APUs.
Form Factor
A motherboard's form factor dictates computer case compatibility. A larger motherboard form factor will necessitate a larger case while a smaller motherboard will not. Several common Intel and AMD motherboard form factors include the following.
ATX
A common form factor that is compatible with many mid-size and full-size tower cases. Most ATX motherboards feature up to seven expansion card slots, four memory slots, and dimensions measuring 12 × 9.6 inches.
Extended ATX (E-ATX)
Slightly larger than ATX, it is beneficial for systems that have multiple large expansion cards as well as some servers.
Micro ATX (mATX, µATX, or uATX)
A smaller form factor that is well suited for compact computer cases, micro ATX motherboards can range from 9.6 inches × 9.6 inches to 6.75 inches × 6.75 inches.
Mini-ITX
Even more compact than Micro ATX at 6.7 inches × 6.7 inches, mini-ITX motherboards are often used in digital signage players, embedded computers, and media servers.
Expansion Slots
By adding and upgrading existing system expansion cards, a computer’s functionality can be enhanced. The most common expansion slot standard currently is PCI Express® (PCIe®), of which there are several sizes: x1, x4, x8, and x16. Starting with x1, they gradually increase in size and speed up to x16.
Smaller PCIe cards can be used in larger slots, but larger cards are not compatible with smaller slots. So while an x1 PCIe card can be installed into an x16 slot, an x16 card cannot be installed into an x1 slot.
Support for Multiple Video Cards
If you are assembling a desktop computer and plan to utilize multiple video cards, you will need to find one that supports AMD’s CrossFireX™ technology. CrossFireX can enable up to four discrete video cards to work in conjunction, provided the motherboard has the appropriate PCIe slots. AMD motherboards that support CrossFireX typically cost more than their non-CrossFireX counterparts.
Integrated Graphics
To lower costs, you can utilize an AMD motherboard with integrated graphics rather a dedicated video card. Performance-wise though, onboard video cards are slightly slower than discrete video cards. Select AMD motherboards also feature AMD Radeon™ Dual Graphics support, in which the onboard and dedicated video cards work in conjunction to further increase performance.
