AM5 socket, AMD X870 chipset
Supports Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 CPUs
4× DDR5 slots, up to 256GB, DDR5-8200 OC
4× M.2 (3 PCIe 5.0), 4× SATA
1× PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
USB4 Type-C, USB 3.2, USB 2.0
Realtek ALC1220 audio, HDMI 2.1
EZ-Latch, Q-Flash Plus, onboard controls
The GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE is a high-performance ATX motherboard built for AMD's next-gen Ryzen processors, supporting the AM5 socket and powered by the advanced X870 chipset. It’s designed to handle Ryzen 7000, 8000, and upcoming 9000 series CPUs, making it a future-ready choice for high-end desktop builds.
Memory support includes four DDR5 DIMM slots with capacities up to 256GB and overclocking capabilities reaching DDR5-8200 MT/s. The board supports both AMD EXPO and Intel XMP profiles, ensuring wide compatibility and tuning flexibility.
For power delivery, it features a robust 16+2+2 phase digital VRM with 60A DrMOS and a comprehensive thermal design. This includes advanced heatsinks with Fins-Array architecture and M.2 Thermal Guards to maintain stable operation even under intense workloads. Smart Fan 6 support with eight headers offers advanced cooling customization.
Storage options are extensive, with four M.2 slots (three PCIe 5.0 x4 and one PCIe 4.0 x4) and four SATA 6Gb/s ports. Expansion is handled by one reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 4.0 x4, and one PCIe 3.0 x2 slot.
Connectivity includes 2.5GbE LAN and integrated Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth 5.4, offering top-tier wireless and wired networking performance. Rear USB options are generous, including two USB4 Type-C ports (40Gb/s), USB 3.2 Gen 2, Gen 1, and USB 2.0. The front I/O adds a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C header for high-speed device support.
The board supports integrated graphics through an HDMI 2.1 port with resolutions up to 4K@60Hz, and a secondary internal HDMI header for custom sensor panels. Audio is handled by the Realtek ALC1220-VB codec, delivering 7.1-channel HD sound with premium capacitors and S/PDIF output.
For builders, GIGABYTE includes EZ-Latch features for tool-less GPU and M.2 installation, a dedicated debug zone with onboard controls and status LEDs, and Q-Flash Plus for BIOS updates without a CPU. Software support includes the GIGABYTE Control Center for system tuning and a unique Active OC Tuner that intelligently switches between overclocking modes based on workload. Integration with HWiNFO enables real-time OSD monitoring without third-party tools.
Overall, the X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE is engineered for enthusiasts who demand cutting-edge performance, connectivity, and reliability in a clean, user-friendly platform.