Get ready for the future of computing with the Intel LGA 1700 socket, designed to support 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors. This advanced socket ensures your system is primed and ready for top-tier performance.
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Good Value
This motherboard provides excellent features at a budget price, making it a great choice for cost-conscious users. -
Solid Performance
Users have reported solid performance with no major issues once set up correctly. -
Multiple M.2 Slots
This motherboard includes three M.2 slots, offering considerable storage expansion options. -
Good Build Quality
Several customers have praised the build quality and durable materials used in the motherboard. -
Troubleshooting LEDs
Equipped with LEDs for troubleshooting, which can help in diagnosing issues. -
Supports DDR4
Supports DDR4 memory with a maximum capacity of 128GB, ensuring good compatibility for various builds. -
Compatibility with 13th Gen CPUs
It is noted that the motherboard can support 13th Gen CPUs with a BIOS update. -
Wide Range of Ports
Includes a comprehensive array of ports such as HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, and Thunderbolt 4.
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BIOS Update Requirement
Users need to perform a BIOS update for compatibility with 13th Gen CPUs, which can be inconvenient. -
Flimsy IO Shield
The IO shield is reported to be of low quality and can easily cause injury if not handled carefully. -
Limited Fan Headers
There are only two fan headers at the bottom of the motherboard, which might necessitate the use of extensions. -
Issues with Used Boards
Some users received boards with issues like thermal paste residue or missing pieces when purchasing used. -
Limited Aesthetic Appeal
Some customers mentioned that the motherboard is not the best looking aesthetically. -
Initial Compatibility Issues
There have been instances of initial compatibility problems, such as with RAM XMP profiles, that required BIOS updates to resolve. -
4 SATA Ports Only
Only has 4 SATA ports, which may not be sufficient for users intending to use multiple HDDs or RAID configurations. -
Lack of Built-in WiFi/Bluetooth
Some users were disappointed by the absence of built-in WiFi or Bluetooth capabilities.
