GIGA B860M A PRO WIFI7 B860M A ELT WF6E ICE B860M A ELITE WIFI6E B860M AORUS ELITE ATX DDR5 Motherboard PCI-E 5.0 9200MT/s Ultra 5 for Gaming PC
Here’s a detailed comparison table for the GIGABYTE B860M motherboards you mentioned:
| Feature / Model | B860M A PRO WIFI7 | B860M A ELITE WF6E ICE | B860M A ELITE WIFI6E | B860M AORUS ELITE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX (mATX) | Micro-ATX (mATX) | Micro-ATX (mATX) | Micro-ATX (mATX) |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Chipset | Intel B860 | Intel B860 | Intel B860 | Intel B860 |
| Memory Support | DDR5 (Up to XMP) | DDR5 (Up to XMP) | DDR5 (Up to XMP) | DDR5 (Up to XMP) |
| Memory Slots | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| PCIe x16 Slots | 1 (PCIe 5.0) | 1 (PCIe 5.0) | 1 (PCIe 5.0) | 1 (PCIe 5.0) |
| PCIe x4/x1 Slots | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| M.2 Slots (Gen4) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| SATA Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports (Rear) | USB 3.2 Gen2 (10G) | USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (20G) | USB 3.2 Gen2 (10G) | USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (20G) |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 7 + BT 5.3 | Wi-Fi 6E + BT 5.2 | Wi-Fi 6E + BT 5.2 | Wi-Fi 6E + BT 5.2 |
| LAN (Ethernet) | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Audio | Realtek ALC897 | Realtek ALC897 | Realtek ALC897 | Realtek ALC897 |
| RGB Headers | 1x ARGB | 1x ARGB, 1x RGB | 1x ARGB | 1x ARGB, 1x RGB |
| VRM Cooling | Basic Heatsink | Heatsink Design | Heatsink Design | Enhanced Heatsink |
| Price Segment | Budget | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Premium |
1. GIGABYTE B860M A PRO WIFI7 (Budget Wi-Fi 7 Option)
The B860M A PRO WIFI7 is an entry-level micro-ATX motherboard for Intel 13th & 14th Gen processors (LGA 1700). It stands out with Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 5.3, making it one of the most affordable boards with next-gen wireless connectivity. It supports DDR5 memory, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for GPUs, and a Gen4 M.2 SSD slot. However, it has a basic VRM cooling design and only one ARGB header, making it ideal for budget builds that still want modern Wi-Fi 7 support.
Key Features:
✅ Intel B860 Chipset (LGA 1700)
✅ DDR5 RAM (XMP support)
✅ PCIe 5.0 x16 (for future GPUs)
✅ 1x Gen4 M.2 NVMe slot
✅ Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 5.3 (cutting-edge wireless)
✅ 2.5Gbps Ethernet + USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps)
❌ Only 1 ARGB header (limited RGB support)
❌ Basic VRM cooling (for moderate workloads)
2. GIGABYTE B860M A ELITE WF6E ICE (Balanced Mid-Range Pick)
The B860M A ELITE WF6E ICE is a mid-range mATX motherboard with Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2, 20Gbps USB 3.2 Gen2x2, and dual RGB headers (ARGB + RGB). It features DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 x16, and one Gen4 M.2 slot. The improved VRM cooling makes it a solid choice for gamers and productivity users who want a balance of performance and aesthetics.
Key Features:
✅ Intel B860 Chipset (LGA 1700)
✅ DDR5 RAM (XMP support)
✅ PCIe 5.0 x16 (next-gen GPU ready)
✅ 1x Gen4 M.2 slot
✅ Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
✅ 2.5Gbps Ethernet + USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (20Gbps)
✅ 2 RGB headers (ARGB + RGB) for lighting control
✅ Enhanced VRM cooling (better power efficiency)
3. GIGABYTE B860M A ELITE WIFI6E (Alternative Mid-Range Model)
The B860M A ELITE WIFI6E is very similar to the WF6E ICE but has slower USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps instead of 20Gbps). It still includes Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, DDR5 support, and PCIe 5.0 x16, but with only one ARGB header. This makes it a slightly more budget-friendly option compared to the WF6E ICE while keeping most high-end features.
Key Features:
✅ Intel B860 Chipset (LGA 1700)
✅ DDR5 RAM (XMP support)
✅ PCIe 5.0 x16 (GPU future-proofing)
✅ 1x Gen4 M.2 slot
✅ Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
✅ 2.5Gbps Ethernet + USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps)
✅ 1x ARGB header (basic RGB support)
✅ Decent VRM cooling (good for gaming)
4. GIGABYTE B860M AORUS ELITE (Premium mATX Choice)
The B860M AORUS ELITE is the most premium model in this lineup, featuring superior VRM cooling, Wi-Fi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (20Gbps), and dual RGB headers (ARGB + RGB). It’s designed for users who want better power delivery for overclocking and enhanced thermal performance while still keeping an mATX form factor.
Key Features:
✅ Intel B860 Chipset (LGA 1700)
✅ DDR5 RAM (XMP support)
✅ PCIe 5.0 x16 (high-end GPU support)
✅ 1x Gen4 M.2 slot (with heatsink?)
✅ Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
✅ 2.5Gbps Ethernet + USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (20Gbps)
✅ 2 RGB headers (ARGB + RGB) (better lighting control)
✅ Premium VRM cooling (best for overclocking & stability)
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