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ASUS
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ASUS Prime Z790M-Plus LGA 1700(Intel 14th & 13th & 12th Gen) microATX motherboard ...
$193 .52
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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* 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 please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/. * Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Prem...
  • Model #: PRIME Z790M-PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9717
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ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 EXTREME Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 E-ATX motherboard, Advanced AI ...
$1,259 .19
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 4400 / DDR5 4800 / DDR5 5000 / DDR5 5200 / DDR5 5400 / DDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7000 / DDR5 7200 / DDR5 7400 / DDR5 7600 / DDR5 7800 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8666 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel Z890
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: Intel Core Ultra Processors (series 2)* 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supports x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4 modes)**
  • Model #: ROG MAXIMUS Z890 EXTREME
  • Item #: 9SIVTERKX68923
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ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WiFi 6, LGA 1200 (Intel 11th/10th Gen) ATX Gaming ...
$237 .88
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5133(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(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 i7 / i9 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), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC S1200A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: 195553101202
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9819
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Gigabyte Z790 UD Motherboard CPU LGA1700 Intel DDR5 HDMI
$199 .46
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5-SDRAM
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Type: Computer Accessories
  • Wireless LAN: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
  • Model #: 1Z790 UD
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2032
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ASUS Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W ATX Z890 motherboard, Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Ready, ...
$388 .87
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 4400 / DDR5 4800 / DDR5 5000 / DDR5 5200 / DDR5 5400 / DDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7000 / DDR5 7200 / DDR5 7400 / DDR5 7600 / DDR5 7800 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8666 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel Z890
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2): 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
  • Model #: Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KV98015
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MSI Z490-S01 LGA 1200 Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$156 .54
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • PCI Express x16: 2 x PCI Express x16
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC892
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z490-S01
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53866
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MSI PRO B360M PRO-VD LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B360 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$84 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Supports DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B360
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s * The SATA2 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2 slot.
  • Model #: B360M PRO-VD
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2179
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GIGABYTE
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GIGABYTE W480 VISION D LGA 1200 Intel W480 ATX Intel Motherboard
$494 .90
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  • Memory Standard: Intel Xeon W-1290/W-1270 series processors / Intel Core i9/i7 processors: Support for DDR4 2933/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Intel Xeon W-1250 series processors / Intel Core i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules * To support ECC, you must install an Intel Xeon processor. Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
  • 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 1200
  • Chipset: Intel W480
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: W480 VISION D
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2036
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ASUS PRIME Z490-A (90MB1390-M0EAY0) LGA 1200 Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel ...
$350 .87
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200(OC) / 3000(OC) / 2933(OC) / 2800(OC) / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 * * 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: Realtek ALC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: 90MB1390-M0EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU11730
  • Return Policy: ANHENGXING (HONG KONG) LIMITED Return Policy
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MSI B660M BOMBER DDR4 Motherboard Intel B560 LGA 1700 DDR4 M.2 Micro ATX VGA
$139 .00
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B860M POWER Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, mATX, DDR5, 2x ...
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ASUS PRO WS C246-ACE LGA 1151 Intel C246 ATX Intel Motherboard
$419 .00
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel C246
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8) 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x2 mode)
  • Model #: PRO WS C246-ACE
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWU0400
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ASUS Mainboard ROG STRIX B760-G GAMING WIFI - micro ATX - Socket LGA1700 - Intel B760
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ASUS Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W ATX Z890 motherboard, Inte.l Core Ultra Series 2 Ready, ...
$289 .99
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • Chipset: Intel Z890
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2): 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: Intel Z890 Chipset: 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x1 mode)
  • Max LAN Speed: 2.5Gbps
  • Model #: ASUS Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KV98014
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ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XIII EXTREME LGA 1200 Intel Z590 Extended ATX Intel Motherboard
$553 .87
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(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 Core processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel Core i7 / i9 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), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX...
  • Model #: ROG MAXIMUS XIII EXT
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2704
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ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI II Intel B760 LGA 1700 micro ATX
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GIGABYTE B365M DS3H LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B365 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$100 .69
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * To support 2666 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 9th and 8th Generation Intel Core i9/i7/i5 processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B365M DS3H
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2042
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MSI MAG B460M MORTAR WIFI LGA 1200 Intel B460 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$129 .01
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  • Memory Standard: Intel Core i7/i9 Supports up to DDR4 2933 MHz Intel Core i5 (Below) Supports up to DDR4 2666 MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1200
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B460
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 1 SATA1 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
  • Model #: MAG B460M MORTAR WIF
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2160
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GIGABYTE B760M GAMING AC (Wi-Fi) LGA 1700 Intel B760 M-ATX Motherboard DDR5, 2* M.2, ...
$179 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Support DDR5 7800(O.C.)/7600(O.C.) /7400(O.C.) /7200(O.C.) /7000(O.C.) /6800(O.C.) /6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C. ) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 MT/s
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Integrated Realtek® audio chip
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B760
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
  • Model #: GIGABYTE B760M GAMING AC DDR5
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1953
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ASUS ROG Maximus XIII Extreme Glacial LGA 1200 Intel Z590 Extended ATX Intel ...
$1,067 .32
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(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 Core processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel Core i7 / i9 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), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX...
  • Model #: MAXIMUS XIII EXT GLA
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2697
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GIGABYTE B560M AORUS PRO LGA 1200 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$220 .32
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / DDR4 5133(OC) / DDR4 5000(OC) / 4933(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4300(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3666(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3300(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (11th Gen Intel Core i9 / i7 / i5 processors) DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Gen Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Gen Intel Core i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek Audio CODEC
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B560M AORUS PRO
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KUB3701
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JGINYUE X99-9D4 Motherboard Dual CPU LGA 2011-3 Supports Xeon E5 V3 V4 DDR4 Memory ...
$109 .99
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666
  • Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: JGINYUE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 2011
  • Chipset: Intel X99-9D4
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 10 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • USB 3.0: 4 x USB 3.0
  • Model #: X99-9D4
  • Item #: 9SIV81PKED3396
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GIGABYTE B760M GAMING AC WIFI DDR4 2* M.2, PCIe 4.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 , 2.5GbE LAN WIFI 5, ...
$134 .63
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Gigabyte Intel B360M D2V Socket LGA 1151 DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard (B360M D2V)
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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.

Questions

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