General info:
| CPU socket |
AM5 |
| chipset |
B850 |
| form factor |
ATX |
| release date |
January 2025 |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Has Bluetooth |
✓ |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| HDMI version |
HDMI 2.1 |
| Easy to overclock |
✓ |
| has RGB lighting |
✕ |
| Easy to reset BIOS |
✕ |
| Has dual BIOS |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| CPU sockets |
1 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✕ |
| warranty period |
3 years |
| height |
244 mm |
| width |
305 mm |
| Has integrated CPU |
✕ |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard features the AM5 CPU socket and is compatible with the B850 chipset, offering a solid foundation for high-performance builds. It supports Wi-Fi 6 for faster wireless connectivity and includes Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless device pairing. The board also has dual BIOS for increased reliability and easier recovery, while the HDMI 2.1 output provides high-quality video. Although it lacks RGB lighting and integrated graphics, it is designed for users who prefer straightforward functionality and easy overclocking capabilities.
Memory:
| maximum memory amount |
256GB |
| RAM speed (max) |
5200 MHz |
| overclocked RAM speed |
8200 MHz |
| memory slots |
4 |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard supports a maximum memory capacity of 256GB, utilizing DDR5 RAM technology. It offers a maximum RAM speed of 5200 MHz, with overclocking potential reaching up to 8200 MHz. With 4 memory slots and dual-channel support, it allows for flexible memory configurations. However, it does not support ECC memory, making it less suitable for applications requiring error-correcting features.
Ports:
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A) |
2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A) |
2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C) |
0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C) |
1 |
| USB 2.0 ports |
4 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports |
0 |
| USB 4 40Gbps ports |
0 |
| USB 4 20Gbps ports |
0 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports |
0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports |
0 |
| has an HDMI output |
✓ |
| DisplayPort outputs |
1 |
| RJ45 ports |
1 |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| eSATA ports |
0 |
| DVI outputs |
0 |
| has a VGA connector |
✕ |
| PS/2 ports |
1 |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard offers a variety of ports for connectivity. It includes 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-A ports, 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C port, and 4 USB 2.0 ports, providing ample options for peripherals. For video output, it has an HDMI output and a DisplayPort, along with an RJ45 port for Ethernet connectivity. Additionally, the motherboard features a USB Type-C port, but lacks support for Thunderbolt 3 or 4. It also includes a PS/2 port for legacy devices, though it does not have a VGA connector or eSATA ports.
Connectors:
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (through expansion) |
2 |
| USB 2.0 ports (through expansion) |
4 |
| SATA 3 connectors |
4 |
| fan headers |
6 |
| USB 3.0 ports (through expansion) |
2 |
| M.2 sockets |
3 |
| Has TPM connector |
✓ |
| U.2 sockets |
0 |
| Has mSATA connector |
✕ |
| SATA 2 connectors |
0 |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard offers a wide range of connectors to support various expansion needs. It includes 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, 4 additional USB 2.0 ports, and 2 USB 3.0 ports through expansion, ensuring sufficient connectivity for peripherals. The motherboard features 3 M.2 sockets for high-speed storage, along with 4 SATA 3 connectors for additional storage devices. It also includes 6 fan headers for efficient cooling, a TPM connector for enhanced security, but lacks mSATA and U.2 sockets.
Expansion slots:
| PCIe 4.0 x16 slots |
0 |
| PCIe 5.0 x16 slots |
1 |
| PCIe 3.0 x16 slots |
0 |
| PCIe x1 slots |
3 |
| PCI slots |
0 |
| PCIe 2.0 x16 slots |
0 |
| PCIe x4 slots |
0 |
| PCIe x8 slots |
0 |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard provides a range of expansion slots, including 1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and 3 PCIe x1 slots for various add-ons. However, it lacks PCIe 4.0 x16, PCIe 3.0 x16, PCIe 2.0 x16, PCIe x4, and PCIe x8 slots, limiting some high-bandwidth expansion options. There are no PCI slots available either, making it suitable primarily for modern PCIe-based expansion cards.
Audio:
| audio channels |
7.1 |
| Has S/PDIF Out port |
✕ |
| audio connectors |
3 |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard supports 7.1 audio channels, providing a rich and immersive sound experience. It includes 3 audio connectors for connecting speakers, headphones, or microphones. However, it does not feature an S/PDIF Out port for digital audio output, which may be a consideration for some advanced audio setups.
Storage:
| Supports RAID 1 |
✓ |
| Supports RAID 10 (1+0) |
✓ |
| Supports RAID 5 |
✓ |
| Supports RAID 0 |
✓ |
| Supports RAID 0+1 |
✕ |
The Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 motherboard supports several RAID configurations for flexible storage management. It offers RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 (1+0), providing options for speed, redundancy, or both. However, it does not support RAID 0+1, limiting some higher-availability storage options.
