Tired of a slow, cramped PC that cant keep up with the latest games or creative apps? The GIGABYTE B860M AORUS ELITE AM5 Micro ATX DDR5 WiFi 6E Motherboard is the upgrade you need to turn a small case into a high-performance machine. This motherboard lets you install the newest Ryzen 7000 or 8000 CPUs, add fast DDR5 memory, and stay connected with Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE LAN. If you want speed, stability, and room to grow, this board solves those problems.
GIGABYTE B860M AORUS ELITE AM5 Micro ATX DDR5 WiFi 6E Motherboard
Many builders struggle with limited space, outdated ports, and the need to replace the whole system when a new CPU arrives. Those issues cause extra cost and frustration. This motherboard addresses each of them. Its AM5 socket supports the latest Ryzen processors, so you can upgrade the CPU without buying a new board. The micro ATX size fits tight cases, while the built-in Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE Ethernet keep you online with low latency. In short, it gives you a compact, future-ready platform that grows with your needs.
Usages of GIGABYTE
The board works well in a gaming rig that needs the fastest graphics card and quick network response. It also fits a content-creation workstation where large video files and 3D renders demand lots of RAM and fast storage. If you have a small office desk, the micro ATX form factor lets you build a powerful PC without taking up much space. Finally, it serves as a solid base for anyone planning to upgrade to future Ryzen CPUs and PCIe 5.0 devices.
Benefits
- Ultra-fast Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE LAN reduce lag for gaming and streaming.
- Support for up to 256 GB DDR5 memory lets you run many apps at once.
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot prepares the system for the newest graphics cards.
- Micro ATX size fits small cases while keeping full feature set.
- Realtek 7.1-channel audio provides clear sound for movies and games.
Key Features
- AMD B860 chipset with AM5 socket for Ryzen 7000/8000 CPUs.
- Four DDR5 DIMM slots, up to 256 GB, overclockable to 6400 MHz.
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen graphics cards.
- PCIe 3.0 x4 slot for additional expansion cards.
- Dual M.2 slots with thermal guards for high-speed SSDs.
- Four SATA III ports for extra storage drives.
- Integrated Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE LAN for reliable networking.
- Rear I/O includes HDMI, DisplayPort, USB 3.x and USB 2.0 ports.
- Realtek HD Audio 7.1-channel for immersive sound.
- 24-pin ATX and 8-pin CPU power connectors for stable power delivery.
Specifications
| CPU |
LGA1851 socket: Support for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors |
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L3 cache varies with CPU |
| Chipset |
Intel® B860 Express Chipset |
| Memory |
Support for DDR5 9200(O.C) to 6400 MT/s memory modules |
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4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets, up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) |
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Dual channel memory architecture |
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Support for ECC & non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM |
| Onboard Graphics |
Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics |
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Support for DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 |
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Maximum resolution: 3840x2160@144 Hz via USB4 and DisplayPort |
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Support for quad-display |
| Audio |
Realtek® Audio CODEC |
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High Definition Audio, 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel |
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Support for S/PDIF Out |
| LAN |
Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) |
| Wireless Communication |
Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (PCB rev. 1.0) - Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 |
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Realtek® Wi-Fi 6E RTL8852CE (PCB rev. 1.1) |
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11ax 160MHz wireless standard |
| Expansion Slots |
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Storage Interface |
1 x M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support |
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2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
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RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 support |
| USB Ports |
1 x USB4® Type-C®, 1 x USB Type-C® with USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 |
| Internal I/O Connectors |
1 x 24-pin ATX, 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V, CPU fan header, system fan headers, RGB LED headers, USB Type-C® header |
| Back Panel Connectors |
4 x USB 2.0/1.1, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x USB4® Type-C® (DisplayPort), 1 x HDMI, 1 x RJ-45 port, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (red), 2 x antenna connectors, audio jacks |
| I/O Controller |
iTE® I/O Controller Chip |
| H/W Monitoring |
Voltage, Temperature, Fan speed, Water cooling flow rate detection, Fan fail warning, Fan speed control |
| BIOS |
256 Mbit flash, AMI UEFI BIOS |
| Unique Features |
Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC), Q-Flash, Q-Flash Plus, Smart Backup |
| Bundled Software |
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version), LAN bandwidth management software |
| Operating System |
Support for Windows 11 64-bit |
| Form Factor |
Micro ATX, 24.4cm x 24.4cm |
