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ASUS ROG STRIX Z690-A GAMING WIFI Intel Z690 LGA 1700 ATX
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ASUS ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 ATX Intel Motherboard
$206 .08
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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 * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX S1220A 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 #: Strix Z390-E Gaming
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2635
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI MEG Z590 GODLIKE LGA 1200 Intel Z590 Extended ATX Intel Motherboard
$843 .70
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5600(OC)/ 5333(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800(OC)/ 4600(OC)/ 4533(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4300(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3300(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC) / 2933(JEDEC)/ 2666(JEDEC)/ 2400(JEDEC)/ 2133(JEDEC) MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 2 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
  • Model #: MEG Z590 GODLIKE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2181
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI LGA 1700(14th,13th,12th Gen) DDR5 Intel Z790 SATA 6Gb/s ...
$435 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Memory Support 7800+(OC)/ 7600(OC)/ 7400(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(JEDEC)/ 5400(JEDEC)/ 5200(JEDEC)/ 5000(JEDEC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz Max. overclocking frequency: - 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7800+ MHz - 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6600+ MHz - 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz - 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080 Codec 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2373
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASRock B860M-X WiFi LGA 1851 Intel B860 SATA 6Gb/s Intel Core Ultra DDR5 Micro ATX ...
$196 .47
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  • Memory Standard: Up to DDR5 9066+(OC)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel B860
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B860M-X WiFi
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2520
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASRock B760M PG Lightning LGA 1700 Intel B760 Micro ATX DDR5 4 SATA3 Motherboard
$259 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 7200+(OC) 1DPC 1R Up to 7200+ MHz (OC), 4800 MHz Natively. 1DPC 2R Up to 6000+ MHz (OC), 4400 MHz Natively. 2DPC 1R Up to 5600+ MHz (OC), 4000 MHz Natively. 2DPC 2R Up to 4800+ MHz (OC), 3600 MHz Natively.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) Nahimic Audio
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B760
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B760M PG Lightning
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2516
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z490-I GAMING (WiFi 6) LGA 1200 (Intel 10th Gen) Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ...
$200 .23
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4800(O.C.)/ 4600(O.C)/ 4500(O.C)/ 4400(O.C)/ 4333(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.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000/ 2933/ 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: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: Mini ITX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: STRIX Z490-I GAMING
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2733
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE GA-H81M-S1 (rev. 2.1) LGA 1150 H81 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX ...
$69 .93
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ASUS TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 HDMI USB 3.1 ATX Intel ...
$145 .44
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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 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory * 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 6.0Gb/s ports (gray) * When a device is installed on the M.2_2 socket, SATA_5/6 port cannot be used.
  • Model #: TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9673
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS PRIME H410M-D LGA 1200 Intel H410 DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard ...
$156 .87
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  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel H410
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • CPU Type: Core i9 / i7 / i5 / i3 (11th / 10th Gen, LGA1200)
  • Model #: 90MB13U0-M0EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5162
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS PRIME H510M-E LGA 1200 Intel H510 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$88 .14
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 3200(OC) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel processors support 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 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: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897/887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel H510
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME H510M-E
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5170
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS Pro WS Z890-ACE SE Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Intel® Core Ultra Series 2 Ready, ...
$479 .99
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  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • Model: PRO WS Z890-ACE SE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • CPU Type: Core i7
  • Part Number: PRO WS Z890-ACE SE
  • Model #: PRO WS Z890-ACE SE
  • Item #: 9B-1JW-000C-01B12
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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ASUS Pro WS W680-ACE IPMI Intel W680 LGA 1700 ATX workstation motherboard, dual PCIe ...
$397 .99
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 4400
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel W680
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: Intel 13th & 12th Gen Processors* - 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (support x16 or x8 / x8 mode) * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table at the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/ 1037507/).
  • Model #: Pro WS W680-ACE IPMI
  • Item #: 9B-13-119-617
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B660M GAMING AC DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel B660 Micro ATX Motherboard,with Realtek ...
$229 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Support dual-channel DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2666/2400/2133MHz memory
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Audio chip Integrated Realtek 7.1 channel audio chip
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B660
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B660M GAMING AC
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2053
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 HDMI THUNDERBOLT 3 USB ...
$1,059 .22
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  • 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
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 V2 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 ATX Motherboard with DDR4, ...
$383 .84
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  • 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
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MSI MPG Z490 GAMING PLUS LGA 1200 Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$311 .36
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  • Memory Standard: 5000(OC)/ 4800(OC)/ 4600(OC)/ 4533(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4300(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3300(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2933(JEDEC)/ 2666(JEDEC)/ 2400(JEDEC)/ 2133(JEDEC) MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1200
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: MPG Z490 GAMING PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2300
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
Gigabyte Motherboard Z790 AORUS XTREME X ICE LGA 1700 DDR5 E-ATX PCIe 5.0 x16
$1,320 .26
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS XTREME LGA 1200 Intel Z590 EATX Motherboard with Triple M.2, PCIe ...
$720 .00
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  • 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
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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
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI MAG Z690 TORPEDO LGA 1700 Intel Z690 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$355 .40
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  • 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 (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
  • Brand: MSI
  • 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 #: MAG Z690 TORPEDO
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2345
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASRock B860M Steel Legend WiFi LGA 1851 Intel B860 SATA 6Gb/s Intel Core Ultra DDR5 Micro ...
$245 .34
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  • Memory Standard: Up to DDR5 8666+(OC)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel B860
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B860M Steel Legend WiFi
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2519
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI B660M BOMMER DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard, INTEL B660/LGA 1700 12th Gen ...
$149 .00
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE AORUS B560M AORUS ELITE LGA 1200 Intel B560 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
$119 .67
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  • 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 ELITE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1945
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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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