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ROG STRIX Z390-I GAMING Motherboard for ASUS Z390 LGA1151 Mini-ITX
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GIGABYTE B365 HD3 LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B365 ATX Intel Motherboard
$60 .16
  • Memory Standard: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules * To support 2666 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 9th or 8th Generation Intel Core i9/i7/i5 processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC892
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B365 HD3
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU73532
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ASUS H81M-K LGA 1150 Intel H81 USB 3.1 uATX Intel Motherboard
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  • Memory Standard: DDR3 1600/ 1333/ 1066 * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x240pin
  • PCI Express x16: 1 x PCI Express x16
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1150
  • Chipset: Intel H81
  • Form Factor: uATX
  • Model #: H81M-K
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53167
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ASUS H110M-K D3 LGA 1151 Intel H110 USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
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  • Memory Standard: DDR3 1866(O.C.)/ 1600/ 1333
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x240pin
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel H110
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
  • Model #: H110M-K D3
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU55022
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ASUS ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME LGA 2066 Intel X299 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.1 Extended ATX Intel ...
$1,005 .63
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4200(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3733(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3333(O.C.)/ 3300(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666(O.C.)/ 2400(O.C.)/ 2133 * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 2066
  • Chipset: Intel X299
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: RAMPAGE VI EXTRME
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53875
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ASUS ROG Strix X299-XE Gaming LGA 2066 Intel X299 USB 3.1 ATX Intel Motherboard
$327 .27
  • Memory Standard: Intel Core X-series Processors (6-core above): DDR4 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(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 Intel Core X-series Processors (4-core): DDR4 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(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
  • Number of Memory Slots: Intel Core X-series Processors (6-core above): 8x288pin Intel Core X-series Processors (4-core): Max. 4x288pin
  • Audio Chipset: SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 2066
  • Chipset: Intel X299
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s...
  • Model #: ROG Strix X299-XE Ga
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KUB3367
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MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 ProSeries Motherboard (ATX, 12th Gen Intel Core, LGA 1700 Socket, ...
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ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi D4 LGA 1700(Intel14th & 13th &12th Gen) ATX gaming ...
$383 .57
  • Memory Standard: DDR4:5333(OC)/5133(OC)/5066(OC)/ 5000(OC)/4800(OC)/4700(OC)/4600(OC)/4500(OC)/4400(OC)/4266(OC)/4133Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem II * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • 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, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports...
  • Model #: TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi D4 LGA
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU52602
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GIGABYTE H310M S2P LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel H310 HDMI USB 3.1 Micro ATX Intel ...
$145 .06
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * To support 2666 MHz or XMP memory, you must install an 8th Generation Intel Core i7/i5 processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel H310
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: H310M S2P
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU80085
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI LGA 1700 Intel Z690 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel ...
$367 .57
  • Memory Standard: DDR5 6400(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 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.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Designed with dual mounting holes compatible with both Intel LGA1700 and LGA1200 cooling brackets.
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s * RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_E1-2 ports.
  • Model #: ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53306
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ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS LGA 1151 Intel Z390 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel ...
$128 .37
  • Memory Standard: 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.)/MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME Z390M-PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KUH1530
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ASUS ROG Strix B660-A Gaming WiFi DDR5 LGA 1700(Intel 12th Gen) ATX Gaming ...
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MSI B760M BOMBER WIFI motherboard Supports 12th/13th Gen Intel® Core Processors, ...
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ASUS PRIME H310M-K R2.0 (90MB0Z30-M0EAY0) LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel H310 SATA ...
$150 .37
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. * DDR4 2666 and higher memory modules will run at max. 2666 on Intel 8th Gen. 6-core or higher processors.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887/897
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel H310
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: 90MB0Z30-M0EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53322
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GIGABYTE
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GIGABYTE C246-WU4 LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel C246 ATX Intel Motherboard
$315 .32
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220-VB codec * The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio.
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel C246
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): Chipset: 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~7) Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 ASMedia ASM1061 chip: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 0~1), supporting AHCI mode only
  • Model #: C246-WU4
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU93465
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MSI PRO B760M-A DDR4 II LGA 1700 Intel B750 SATA 6Gb/s mATX Motherboard
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z490-H GAMING LGA 1200 (Intel 10th Gen) Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel ...
$173 .88
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4600(O.C)/ 4500(O.C)/ 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.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2933(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory * 10th Gen Intel Core i9/i7 CPUs support 2933/ 2800/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 natively, Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: STRIX Z490-H GAMING
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU10546
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MSI PRO H310M PRO-VDH PLUS LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel H310 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$111 .68
  • Memory Standard: Supports DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz* * 2666 MHz for I7 and I5 processors only.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel H310
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: H310M PRO-VDH PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53390
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ASUS ROG Strix Z590-A Gaming WiFi 6 LGA 1200 (Intel 11th/10th Gen) ATX White Scheme ...
$236 .10
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4267(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel Core i9 / i7 processors support 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 3 x PCI Express 4.0 x16* * Actual support may vary by CPU.
  • Onboard Video Chipset: Supported only by CPU with ...
  • Model #: ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING WIFI.
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53303
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ASUS Prime B760M-K D4, LGA 1700 mATX motherboard with PCIe 4.0, two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, ...
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ASUS Prime B760-PLUS Intel® B760(13th and 12th Gen) LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with ...
$199 .32
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 7200+(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600/5400/5200/5000/4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B760
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
  • Model #: PRIME B760-PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU13470
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ASUS PRIME B460M-K LGA 1200 Intel B460 DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard ...
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  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B460
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • CPU Type: Core i9 / i7 / i5 / i3 (11th / 10th Gen, LGA1200)
  • Model #: 90MB1400-M0EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU11771
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ASUS ROG STRIX B560-G GAMING WIFI LGA 1200 Intel B560 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$218 .33
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel i9 / i7 processors support 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666MHz. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: ROG STRIX B560-G GAM
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53877
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MSI PRO B365M PRO-VH LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B365 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$76 .62
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* * The SATA1 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2 slot.
  • Model #: B365M PRO-VH
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU54418
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Intel Motherboard Questions and Answers

Introduction

A compatible Intel® motherboard is an essential component when assembling a desktop with an Intel processor. The motherboard determines what type of processor you can use, how many data storage drives you can install, the maximum amount of system memory supported, and more. To help you find the ideal Intel motherboard for your desktop build, NeweggBusiness answers several common questions about motherboards.

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What is a motherboard chipset?

A motherboard chipset is a collection of components on the motherboard designed to integrate the processor with the rest of the system hardware. The chipset has a major impact on overall system performance and device compatibility. For each family of Intel processors, a different chipset is typically used. When shopping for an Intel motherboard, you will have to ensure that its chipset is compatible with the processor you intend to use.

What does CPU socket type mean?

The CPU socket is the component on the motherboard that holds and locks the processor in place. In order for a processor to be installed onto a motherboard, they both must have the same socket type. For example, an LGA 1150 processor can only be installed onto an Intel motherboard with a LGA 1150 socket.

However, having the same socket type does not necessarily mean that the processor and motherboard are compatible. Sometimes, multiple generations of processors can have the same socket type but use different chipsets.

What is the difference between PCI and PCIe®?

Both PCI and PCIe are computer expansion card standards that are used by devices such as video cards, sound cards, network adapters, and more. PCIe is a newer standard designed to replace PCI and is not backwards compatible. It is capable of faster data transfer rates, which allows for better performance from expansion cards.

Many ATX form factor Intel motherboards will have a combination of both PCI and PCIe expansion slots. Unfortunately, some motherboards—mainly small form factor motherboards such as Mini ITX—only have one PCIe slot due to space limitations.

What is BIOS?

It is an acronym that stands for Basic Input/Output System and is the very first program that starts when a computer is powered on. Stored on the motherboard, BIOS is the intermediary that interconnects the components and launches the operating system. The interface for BIOS is rather limited because it is mainly text based with a small color palette. Many motherboards include BIOS, though there is now a transition to the newer Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI).

What is UEFI?

Like BIOS, UEFI is an intermediary for the main operating system and the hardware. It is designed to replace BIOS as the standard operating system included on AMD and Intel motherboards. Compared to BIOS, UEFI is much more user friendly and secure, supports larger hard drives, reduces startup times, and more. Many new Intel motherboards now include UEFI instead of BIOS, though such motherboards may sometimes be advertised as having UEFI BIOS.

By NeweggBusiness Staff