Model
B860M GAMING X WIFI6E
Socket
LGA 1851
Memory
4x DDR5
M.2 Slots
(2) Slots
GIGABYTE B860M GAMING X WIFI6E
Elevate your gaming and content experience to new heights with the GIGABYTE B860M GAMING X WIFI6E (rev. 1.x) motherboard, specifically designed for gamers and system builders who demand maximum speed and performance; it is not just a Micro-ATX board, but a complete command center that supports the latest Intel Core Ultra processors with an LGA 1851 socket, featuring an advanced digital power system that powers DDR5 memory across 4 slots, reaching a maximum speed of 9200 MT/s. It is also fully equipped with Wi-Fi 6E connectivity and a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, ensuring unbeatable performance in every task.
Features of the GIGABYTE B860M GAMING X WIFI6E Motherboard
The processor, socket, and power design:
- The socket: LGA 1851, to support Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2).
- Chipset: Intel B860 Express.
- Power Design (VRM): It relies on an advanced Hybrid Digital Power solution to ensure high power stability.
Memory and Speed:
- Memory type: DDR5.
- Number of slots: 4 × DDR5 DIMM slots (Dual Channel).
- Maximum capacity: Supports up to 128 GB of system memory.
- Maximum Memory Speed (O.C): Supports extreme overclocking speeds of up to 9200 MT/s, with XMP file support.
Expansion and storage openings:
- PCIe slots:
- 1 × Main PCI Express x16 slot supporting PCIe 5.0 interface (protected by steel shields for enhanced support).
- 1 × PCI Express x4 slot supporting PCIe 4.0 interface.
- M.2 storage interface:
- 1 × M.2 connector supporting PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 (directly connected to the processor).
- 1 × M.2 connector supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2.
- SATA Ports: 4 × SATA 6Gb/s connectors.
Communication, Networks, and Ports:
- Local Area Network (LAN): Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip, for ultra-fast wired networking.
- Wireless connectivity: Integrated Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 module, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz bands and BLUETOOTH 5.3 technology.
- Display ports: Supports HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 outputs, as well as a USB4 Type-C port (supports DisplayPort) to connect three displays simultaneously.
- Rear USB ports: include one USB4 Type-C port and three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports.
The GIGABYTE B860M GAMING X WIFI6E motherboard is the ideal choice for professionals and gamers seeking future-proof performance, as it combines ultra-fast connectivity via Wi-Fi 6E, PCIe 5.0 storage speeds, and the ability to push DDR5 memory to unprecedented speeds of 9200 MT/s.
Specifications of the GIGABYTE B860M GAMING X WIFI6E Motherboard
CPU
LGA1851 socket: Support for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel® B860 Express Chipset
Memory
Support for DDR5 9200(O.C)/ 8800(O.C) / 8600(O.C) / 8400(O.C) / 8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) / 6400 / 5600 MT/s memory modules
4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" on GIGABYTE's website for more information.)
Onboard Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support:
- 1 x USB4® USB Type-C® port, supporting USB4 and DisplayPort video outputs and a maximum resolution of 3840x2160@144 Hz
* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version.
- 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 3840x2160@144 Hz
* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version.
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz
* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.
(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Support for up to triple-display at the same time
Audio
Realtek® Audio CODEC
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.
LAN
Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Wireless Communication module
Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (PCB rev. 1.0)
- WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
- BLUETOOTH 5.3
- Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard
Realtek® Wi-Fi 6E RTL8852CE (PCB rev. 1.1)
- WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
- BLUETOOTH 5.3
- Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard
(Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)
Expansion Slots
- CPU:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)
* The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
- Chipset:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4)
Storage Interface
- CPU:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support)(M2A_CPU)
- Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 4.0x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB)
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
USB
- CPU:
- 1 x USB4® USB Type-C® port on the back panel
- Chipset:
- 1 x USB Type-C® port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header
- 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)
- Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs:
- 9 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (5 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
Internal I/O Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
1 x system fan header
1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
1 x RGB LED strip header
2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)
2 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connectors (For GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ 5 add-in card only)
1 x Q-Flash Plus button
1 x reset jumper
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel Connectors
1 x HDMI port (Note)
1 x DisplayPort (Note)
1 x USB4® USB Type-C® port (DisplayPort (Note))
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
5 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x antenna connectors (2T2R)
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks
* Actual support may vary by CPU.
I/O Controller
iTE® I/O Controller Chip
H/W Monitoring
Voltage detection
Temperature detection
Fan speed detection
Water cooling flow rate detection
Fan fail warning
Fan speed control
* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features
Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
* Available applications in GCC may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Q-Flash Plus
Support for Smart Backup
Bundled Software
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
LAN bandwidth management software
Form Factor
Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm
Specifications
| MotherBoard | |
|---|---|
| Socket | LGA 1851 |
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Internal I/O Connectors | Micro ATX |
| LAN | Realtek® 2.5GbE |
| LAN Speed | 2.5GbE |
| M.2 Slot1 | PCLe 5.0 |
| M.2 Slot2 | PCLe 4.0 |
| M.2 Slot3 | N/A |
| M.2 Slot4 | N/A |
| M.2 Slot5 | N/A |
| USB | USB 4.0 |
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gigabyte |
| Warranty | Three Years |