GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX ICE Motherboard
The GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX ICE is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts seeking reliability, speed, and expandability. Built to support AMD Ryzen 7000 and 8000 Series processors via the AM5 socket, it integrates the AMD B650 chipset, providing robust performance and next-generation features. Its ATX form factor (30.5cm x 24.4cm) ensures compatibility with most standard PC cases while offering ample expansion options. The motherboard supports DDR5 memory across four DIMM slots, allowing speeds up to 8000 MHz (OC) and a maximum capacity of 192 GB, enabling lightning-fast multitasking and superior performance in demanding applications. For graphics, it features an integrated DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1, capable of delivering up to 4K resolution with high refresh rates, and a PCIe x16 slot that supports the latest GPUs and NVMe SSDs, while additional PCIe 3.0 x1 slots offer further expansion possibilities. Storage options are extensive, including three M.2 slots (PCIe 4.0/5.0 depending on CPU) and four SATA 6Gb/s connectors, with RAID 0, 1, and 10 support, providing flexibility for high-speed storage configurations. Networking is handled by a 2.5GbE LAN port and Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.3, ensuring ultra-fast, low-latency connections. The audio system employs a Realtek HD Audio CODEC, supporting 7.1-channel surround sound, and customizable through bundled audio software. RGB enthusiasts can enjoy multiple addressable and standard RGB headers, perfect for personalized lighting setups. Additionally, the motherboard offers comprehensive internal connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, multiple USB 3.2/2.0 headers, and fan/pump headers for advanced cooling setups. Features like Q-Flash Plus, GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC), and TPM support enhance usability, overclocking, and security. With a 3-year manufacturing warranty, the GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX ICE delivers a blend of performance, versatility, and cutting-edge technology, making it an ideal foundation for a modern, high-performance PC.
Features of GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX ICE Motherboard
- Supports AMD Socket: AM5 for Ryzen 7000 and 8000 Series processors.
- DDR5 memory support: 4 DIMM slots, speeds up to 8000(OC) MT/s, dual-channel architecture, and EXPO/XMP overclocking profiles.
- PCIe expansion: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot for graphics/NVMe SSDs and 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots running at x1 for additional cards.
- Storage options: 3 x M.2 slots supporting PCIe 4.0/5.0, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports, and RAID 0, 1, 10 support for NVMe and SATA devices.
- Graphics outputs: 1 x HDMI 2.1 port (up to 4K@60Hz), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (up to 4K@144Hz).
- High-speed connectivity: USB Type-C and Type-A ports with USB 3.2 Gen 2/2x2 support, multiple USB 2.0/3.2 Gen1 ports.
- Networking: Realtek 2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wired and wireless connections.
- Audio: Realtek HD Audio CODEC with 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel support, customizable audio jack functions.
- Cooling & RGB: Multiple fan and water-cooling pump headers, 3 x addressable RGB headers, 1 x RGB header.
- BIOS & management: Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus for easy BIOS updates, support for GIGABYTE Control Center software.
- Build & durability: ATX form factor, high-quality components, and support for large memory capacities up to 192GB.
- Additional features: TPM header for enhanced security, front-panel USB-C header, reset and Clear CMOS buttons, and bundled software for system management.