Gigabyte B850I AORUS PRO Mini-ITX Motherboard

The Gigabyte B850I AORUS PRO delivers high-performance computing in a compact Mini-ITX form factor. Built on the AMD B850 chipset with AM5 socket support, this motherboard is compatible with AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors, including X3D variants with dedicated X3D Turbo Mode for enhanced gaming performance.

Memory and Storage

Equipped with 2x DDR5 DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB of system memory with overclocking capabilities reaching 8400MT/s. AMD EXPO and XMP memory profiles ensure optimal performance from high-speed memory modules. Storage options include one PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 socket and one PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 socket on the rear, plus two SATA 6Gb/s connectors. The EZ-Latch Plus and EZ-Latch Click features provide tool-free installation for both PCIe devices and M.2 drives.

Connectivity and Networking

Advanced networking comes standard with Realtek 2.5GbE LAN and WiFi 7 (RTL8922AE) supporting 802.11be with Bluetooth 5.4. The WIFI EZ-Plug design simplifies antenna installation. Connectivity includes one HDMI port supporting 4K@60Hz with HDR and HDCP 2.3, dual USB Type-C ports with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, two red USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, and additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 ports.

Power Delivery and Cooling

The digital twin 8+2+1 phase VRM solution provides stable power delivery for demanding processors. VRM Thermal Armor Advanced and M.2 Thermal Guard Ext. ensure efficient thermal management under load. Multiple fan headers including dedicated CPU fan, water cooling pump, and system fan headers enable comprehensive cooling configurations.

Expansion and Features

The PCIe UD Slot provides a reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 10X strength for heavy graphics cards and improved heat dissipation. Realtek ALC4080 codec delivers high-definition 2-channel audio. RGB lighting customization is available through addressable RGB Gen2 and standard RGB LED headers. The motherboard includes Q-Flash Plus for BIOS updates without CPU installation, and supports GIGABYTE Control Center for system management.

Specifications Summary

• Socket: AM5
• CPU Compatibility: AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000
• Chipset: AMD B850
• Form Factor: Mini ITX (17.0cm x 17.0cm)
• Memory Slots: 2x DDR5 (up to 128GB, 8400MT/s OC)
• M.2 Slots: 2x (1x PCIe 5.0, 1x PCIe 4.0)
• SATA Ports: 2x 6Gb/s
• USB Type-C: 2 ports
• Network: 2.5GbE LAN + WiFi 7
• Display: 1x HDMI 2.1

Designed for compact gaming builds and high-performance small form factor systems, the B850I AORUS PRO combines cutting-edge features with the space efficiency demanded by Mini-ITX enthusiasts.