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GIGABYTE
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GIGABYTE B460 AORUS PRO AC LGA 1200 Intel B460 ATX Motherboard with Dual M.2, SATA ...
$179 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Intel Core i9/i7 processors: Support for DDR4 2933/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Intel Core i5/i3/ Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz
  • 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 B460
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B460 AORUS PRO AC
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2816
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ASUS TX GAMING B760 BTF WIFI (13th and 12th Gen) LGA 1700 mATX Motherboard, PCIe 5.0, ...
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ASUS ROG STRIX B460-H GAMING LGA 1200 Intel B460 ATX Intel Motherboard
$241 .90
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2933/ 2800/ 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
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B460
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: STRIX B460-H GAMING
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53458
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GIGABYTE B460M DS3H LGA 1200 Intel B460 Micro-ATX Motherboard with M.2, SATA 6Gb/s, ...
$97 .82
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (Intel Core i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B460
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B460M DS3H
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2076
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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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GIGABYTE B760 AORUS ELITE AX LGA 1700 Intel B760 ATX Motherboard with DDR5, Triple M.2, ...
$287 .23
  • Memory Standard: Support for DDR5 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 memory modules
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek Audio CODEC High Definition Audio
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B760
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B760 AORUS ELITE AX
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU73580
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Allegro Pro USB 3.1 PCIe Card (4 10Gb charging ports) Thunderbolt compatible
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GIGABYTE B760I AORUS PRO DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel B760 Mini-ITX Motherboard with DDR4, ...
$297 .56
  • Memory Standard: Support for DDR4 5333(O.C.) / 5133(O.C.) / 5000(O.C.) / 4933(O.C.) / 4800(O.C.) / 4700(O.C.) / 4600(O.C.) / 4500(O.C.) / 4400(O.C.) / 4300(O.C.) / 4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3800(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3666(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MT/s memory modules
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B760
  • Form Factor: Mini ITX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
  • Model #: B760I AORUS PRO DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVS12KWV2073
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING LGA1151 DDR4 DP HDMI M.2 mATX Motherboard with ...
$235 .13
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666(O.C.)/ 2400(O.C.)/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel Z270
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: STRIX Z270G GAMING
  • Item #: 9SIVS12KST0881
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ASUS PRIME B250M-PLUS LGA 1151 Intel B250 HDMI USB 3.0 Micro ATX Motherboards - Intel
$92 .55
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2400/2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel B250
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME B250M-PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU11755
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GIGABYTE B460M DS3H V2 (rev 1.0) LGA 1200 Intel B460 Micro-ATX Motherboard with M.2, ...
$99 .00
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (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 B460
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B460M DS3H V2
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1881
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NZXT N7 Z790 LGA 1700 Intel Z790 ATX Motherboard
$349 .00
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  • Memory Standard: 5000+ (O.C.)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
  • Brand: NZXT
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: N7-Z79XT-W1
  • Item #: 9SIVMRNKWT9024
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ASUS PRIME Z790-P Intel Z790 (LGA 1700) ATXmotherboard, three M.2 slots, DDR5, Realtek ...
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GIGABYTE GA-H110-D3A (rev. 1.0) LGA 1151 Intel H110 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.1 ATX Intel ...
$115 .94
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2400/ 2133 * To support 2400 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 7th generation processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel H110
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors * Refer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors.
  • Model #: GA-H110-D3A
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2074
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GIGABYTE Z490 GAMING X LGA 1200 Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$239 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Intel Core i9/i7 processors: DDR4 4600(O.C.)/ 4500(O.C.)/ 4400(O.C.)/ 4300(O.C.)/4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3800(O.C.)/ 3733(O.C.)/ 3666(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3466(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3333(O.C.)/ 3300(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2933/ 2800/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules Intel Core i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1200
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z490 GAMING X
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2849
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ASUS PRIME B460M-K LGA 1200 Intel B460 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$90 .15
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2933 / 2800 / 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: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887/897
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B460
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME B460M-K
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9163
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ASUS PRIME B365M-K LGA 1151 Intel B365 SATA 6Gb/s mATX Form Factor Intel Motherboard
$84 .21
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: mATX Form Factor
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME B365M-K
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9143
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ASUS X99-DELUXE II LGA 2011-v3 Intel X99 USB 3.1 ATX Intel Motherboard
$524 .23
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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: Realtek ALC1150
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 2011-v3
  • Chipset: Intel X99
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports* * Due to chipset behavior, The SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910 ports do not support IRST including RAID configuration.
  • Model #: X99-DELUXE II
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53112
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ASUS Prime Z390-P LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard for ...
$246 .99
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or x8+x4+x4) 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) * For 3 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16_1 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings.
  • Onboard Video Chipset: Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel UHD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DisplayPort ports - Supports HDMI ...
  • Model #: Prime Z390-P,.
  • Item #: 9SIVNP2KHW9421
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Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE motherboard Intel B760 LGA1700 socket ATX
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ASUS Prime Z790-P WiFi D4 LGA 1700(Intel 14th & 13th & 12th Gen) ATX motherboard (PCIe ...
$293 .29
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  • Memory Standard: 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 5333(OC)/5133(OC)/5066(OC)/5000(OC)/ 4800(OC)/4700(OC)/4600(OC)/4500(OC)/4400(OC)/4266(OC)/4133(OC)/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 refer to www.asus.com for memory support list.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • 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 - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1...
  • Model #: PRIME Z790-P WIFI D4
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9592
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GIGABYTE GA-X150M-PLUS WS (rev. 1.0) LGA 1151 Intel C232 USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel ...
$88 .89
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel C232
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: GA-X150M-PLUS WS
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1966
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ASUS TUF GAMING B560-PLUS WIFI Demon Slayer Limited Edition Motherboard,ASUS and ...
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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