1. Home
  2. >Computer Hardware
  3. >Motherboard
  4. >Intel Motherboards

Intel Motherboards - Showing 1897 - 1920 of 2704 Products

Search Within
Go
Filter (0)
ASUS
ASUS ROG STRIX B560-G GAMING WIFI LGA 1200 Intel B560 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$336 .53
Free Shipping
  • 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 #: 9SIVR5CKWK2671
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$336 .53
Compare
MSI
MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR5 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$276 .91
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR5 1R 4800 (by JEDEC & POR) Max overclocking frequency: 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRO Z690-A WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK3562
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$276 .91
Compare
ASUS
ASUS PRIME H510M-K R2.0 Intel H510 LGA 1200 Micro ATX Motherboard
$91 .07
Free Shipping
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
  • Max LAN Speed: 1Gbps
  • Model #: PRIME H510M-K R2.0
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5160
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
$91 .07
Compare
ASUS
ASUS PRIME B560M-A LGA 1200 Intel B560 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$132 .35
Free Shipping
  • 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 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 ALC897
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME B560M-A
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9165
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
$132 .35
Compare
ASUS
ASUS TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS AC LGA 1200 Intel B460 Intel Motherboard
$98 .56
  • Memory Standard: 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B460
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 + 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (Max. x4)
  • CPU Type: Intel Socket LGA1200 for 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
  • M.2: 2 x M.2 socket 3 Key M (1 x type 2242-22110, PCIe 3.0x4 + 1 x type 2242-2280, PCIe 3.0x4 & SATA)
  • Wireless LAN: 1x1 Dual band Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac
  • Model #: TUF GAMING B460M-PLU
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWM8200
  • Return Policy: huahai newgo Return Policy
$98 .56
Compare
ASUS
ASUS Prime Z690-P LGA 1700 (Intel® 12th&13th Gen) ATX motherboard (PCIe 5.0, ...
$295 .00
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR5 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800 * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • 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): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16 * Actual support may vary by CPU. * Please check PCIe bifurcation table in support site.
  • Model #: 90MB19Q0-M0AAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP7501
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
$295 .00
Compare
ASUS
ASUS Z790-AYW OC WIFI Intel Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard, PCIe 4.0,three PCIe 4.0 M.2 ...
$275 .27
Free Shipping
$275 .27
Compare
ASUS
ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-E D4 Intel LGA1700 mATX Motherboard 128GB, 4xDDR4, 1 x PCIe ...
$349 .00
Free Shipping
  • CPU Type: Intel Core 13th Gen (LGA 1700)
  • Model #: ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-E D4
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9744
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
$349 .00
Compare
ASUS
ASUS TUF Z390-Plus Gaming (Wi-Fi) LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 ATX Intel Motherboard
$145 .59
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3300(OC) / 3200(OC) / 3000(OC) / 2800(OC) / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC S1200A High Definition Audio CODEC
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: TUF Z390-Plus Gam Wi
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9132
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
$145 .59
Compare
ASUS
ASUS TUF B365M-Plus Gaming LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B365 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$159 .00
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max at x4 mode)
  • Model #: TUF B365M-PLUS GAMIN
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9109
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
$159 .00
Compare
MSI
MSI PRO H610M-S DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel H610 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$109 .00
Free Shipping
$109 .00
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z390 I AORUS PRO WIFI LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 Mini ITX Intel ...
$197 .30
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4400(O.C.)/ 4333(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.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • PCI Express x16: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
  • 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 Z390
  • Form Factor: Mini ITX
  • Model #: Z390 I AORUS PRO WIF
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2054
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$197 .30
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 V2 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 ATX Motherboard with DDR4, ...
$383 .84
Free Shipping
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Onboard Video Chipset: Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic
  • Max LAN Speed: 2.5Gbps
  • CPU Type: Intel Core 13th Gen (LGA 1700)
  • Model #: Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 V2
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2006
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$383 .84
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 HDMI THUNDERBOLT 3 USB ...
$1,059 .22
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220-VB
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z390 AORUS XTREME
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1975
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$1,059 .22
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 ATX Motherboard with DDR4, ...
$457 .18
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 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
  • 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 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z690 A ELITE AX DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1905
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$457 .18
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z690 GAMING X DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 ATX Motherboard with DDR4 (REV 1.0), ...
$233 .08
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 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
  • 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 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z690 GAMING X DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1900
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$233 .08
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B660M AORUS PRO AX DDR4 B660 Intel LGA 1700 Micro-ATX Motherboard with ...
$204 .43
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 3200
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
  • Chipset: Intel B660
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. (The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 4.0 standard.)
  • Model #: B660M AORUS PRO AX DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2034
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$204 .43
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE W480M VISION W LGA 1200 Intel W480 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$400 .25
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: Intel Xeon W-1290/W-1270 series processors / Intel Core i9/i7 processors: Support for DDR4 2933/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules Intel Xeon W-1250 series processors / Intel Core i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules 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
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1200
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel W480
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: W480M VISION W
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2031
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$400 .25
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS XTREME LGA 1200 Intel Z590 EATX Motherboard with Triple M.2, PCIe ...
$720 .00
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5400(OC) / 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(OC) / 3000(OC) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (11th Generation Intel Core i9 / i7 / i5 processors) DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Generation Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Generation Intel Core i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220-VB codec+ESS ES9018K2M DAC+TI OPA1622 operational amplifier
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x S...
  • Model #: Z590 AORUS XTREME
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2038
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$720 .00
Compare
MSI
MSI MEG Z490 ACE LGA 1200 Intel Z490 ATX Intel Motherboard
$232 .08
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: Supports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5000+ MHz 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4500+ MHz 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220 Codec + ESS SABRE9018Q2C combo DAC
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports1 1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
  • Model #: MEG Z490 ACE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2167
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$232 .08
Compare
MSI
MSI MPG Z590 GAMING EDGE WIFI LGA 1200 Intel Z590 ATX Intel Motherboard
$251 .07
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
  • Model #: MPG Z590 GAM EDGE WI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2347
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$251 .07
Compare
MSI
MSI B660M BOMMER DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard, INTEL B660/LGA 1700 12th Gen ...
$149 .00
Free Shipping
$149 .00
Compare
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE H410M S2H V2 LGA 1200 Intel H470 Micro-ATX Motherboard with M.2, SATA 6Gb/s, ...
$117 .27
Free Shipping
  • 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: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek Audio CODEC
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel H470
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: H410M S2H V2
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2112
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$117 .27
Compare
MSI
MSI MPG Z490 GAMING CARBON WIFI LGA 1200 Intel Z490 ATX Intel Motherboard
$182 .09
Free Shipping
  • Memory Standard: Supports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5000+ MHz 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4500+ MHz 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 2 1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot. 2. SATA5 & SATA6 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA/PCIe SSD in the M2_2 slot.
  • Model #: Z490 GAM CAR WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2131
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
$182 .09
Compare

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