Find the ideal motherboard for your needs — whether you're upgrading an existing computer or building a system for demanding gaming and content creation.

For upgrading an AM4 PC

If your PC already has a Ryzen processor in an AM4 socket and DDR4 memory, the Gigabyte B550M Aorus Elite lets you replace the motherboard while keeping the rest of your components. It supports Zen 2 and Zen 3 processors, such as the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, and accommodates four DDR4 memory modules.

Its Micro ATX size also fits smaller cases. Two M.2 slots support fast SSDs, one with PCIe 4.0, while four SATA ports let you keep using your existing drives. It has remained a popular choice among users for a long time.

See all Gigabyte Micro ATX motherboards with a B550 chipset.

For a new gaming PC

For a new PC with a Ryzen processor on the AM5 socket, the Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 supports Zen 4 and Zen 5 processors and four DDR5 memory modules. The PCIe 5.0 graphics card slot leaves room for a future upgrade.

Three M.2 slots, one of them PCIe 5.0, let you keep your system and game library on separate SSDs. Built-in Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth let you connect without a network cable, while three USB-C ports on the rear support the latest peripherals.

Browse all Gigabyte ATX B850 motherboards with Wi-Fi.

For demanding gaming and content creation

In a system with a high-end Ryzen processor, multiple drives, and fast peripherals, the Gigabyte X870E Aorus Elite WiFi7 features four M.2 slots, three of which support PCIe 5.0. This lets you keep your system, projects, and video files on separate high-speed drives.

Two USB4 Type-C ports connect high-speed external drives and docks, while Wi-Fi 7 provides next-generation wireless connectivity. It supports Ryzen Zen 4 and Zen 5 processors and has a PCIe 5.0 slot for your graphics card.

See all Gigabyte X870E motherboards with Wi-Fi 7.

For small PCs

Mini ITX cases fit next to a TV or on a small desk. The ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi lets you build a complete AM5 system in one, with a PCIe 5.0 slot for a graphics card and support for Ryzen Zen 4 and Zen 5 processors.

Two M.2 slots, one of them PCIe 5.0, provide storage without SATA cables cluttering up the compact case. Built-in Wi-Fi 6 saves you from needing a separate network card, and BIOS Flashback lets you update the BIOS even without a processor installed. It supports two DDR5 memory modules.

See all Mini ITX motherboards for AM5.

For Intel Core Ultra processors

For a computer with an Intel Core Ultra 5, 7 or 9 processor in an 1851 socket, the ASRock B860 Pro-A offers what a modern system needs: four DDR5 slots and a PCIe 5.0 slot for a graphics card.

Three M.2 slots, one of them PCIe 5.0, and six USB 3.2 ports along with one USB-C port on the rear provide plenty of connectivity for drives and peripherals. It has HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for the processor’s integrated graphics. It doesn’t have Wi-Fi, so you’ll need to connect it to the network with an Ethernet cable.

See all ASRock ATX motherboards with the B860 chipset.

Before choosing a motherboard, start with the processor: its socket determines which motherboards are compatible, and the motherboard determines whether you'll use DDR4 or DDR5 memory. Also check which sizes your case supports—ATX, Micro ATX, or Mini ITX—and how many SSDs you want to install.

This article was created with the help of AI and reviewed and edited by the Skroutz team.