Introducing the Intel LGA 1700 socket, designed for your next-gen computing experience. Be ready to harness the full power of Intel Core 13th and 12th Gen Processors, Pentium Gold, and Celeron Processors. With a robust 16+1+2 power solution rated at 70A per stage, it includes dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors, ensuring exceptional support for your multi-core processors.
Stay cool under pressure with optimized VRM thermals. Featuring massive heatsinks, an integrated I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pads, and an L-shaped heatpipe, your system will maintain peak performance even during intense workloads.
Expand your storage possibilities with ample M.2 support, including one PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot with a heatsink and backplate, and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with heatsinks. Enjoy abundant connectivity options with USB 20Gbps, 10Gbps, and 5Gbps rear I/O ports, front-panel USB with PD 3.0 up to 30W, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, HDMI 2.1, and DisplayPort 1.4. Elevate your PC setup with Intel’s cutting-edge technology!
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Simple Setup
The board was easy to use and install. -
Exceptional Performance
A beast for gaming and offers great performance for the money. -
Fast Connectivity
WiFi offers super-fast internet speeds. -
Elegant Design
It is a beautiful board in function and aesthetics. -
BIOS Ease of Use
BIOS is easy to navigate and adjust, with features like fan management. -
Effective Overclocking
AI overclocking is simple and efficient, reaching high GHz levels. -
USB Data Transfers
USB 3.2 and 10g USB slots provide blazing fast data transfer speeds. -
Aesthetic Integration
Great for white builds with built-in LED and aRGB connections. -
PCIe and Expansion
PCIe lanes do not get bottlenecked by M.2 drives or expansion cards. -
Compatibility
Works well with Intel 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen processors.
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No Gen 5 M.2 Support
Does not support generation 5 M.2 slots. -
Coil Whine
Some users report a 6-second coil whine from the port area during power-up. -
Bluetooth Dependency
Bluetooth requires the WiFi antenna to be plugged in. -
Initial Set Up Issues
Challenges with initial LAN/WiFi driver setup and compatibility issues. -
Ethernet Connectivity
Issues with internet connectivity via ethernet in some cases. -
Limited USB 3.0 Ports
Only one USB 3.0 connection, which may require expansion for certain PC cases. -
Price Considerations
Considered expensive compared to competing products a year ago. -
Platform Value
Some users believe the AMD AM5 platform offers better value for gaming. -
Additional Software
Uncertainty regarding the usefulness of the Armoury Crate software. -
WiFi and Bluetooth Signal
WiFi and Bluetooth performance can be inconsistent without the antenna dongle.
