Tag Archives: motherboard

MSI has launched its new UK Store, bringing gaming laptops, handhelds, components and peripherals together under an official storefront, along with exclusive bundles and limited‑edition hardware that won't be available elsewhere.

Asus and MSI have released new BIOS updates based on AGESA ComboAM5 1.3.0.1b, bringing AMD EXPO Ultra Low Latency (ULL) support to older 600-series AM5 motherboards. As noted by VideoCardz, the feature is currently available on selected Asus X670E motherboards, including the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero, Gene, and Extreme. Download …

Motherboard manufacturers are reportedly facing significant shipment corrections as weak demand and silicon shortages impact the consumer PC market. According to a recent report, some motherboard makers have lowered their 2026 targets, with internal projections falling by more than 25%. The decline is attributed to rising component costs and shifted …

Today Intel expanded its desktop CPU lineup with new Core Ultra 5 and Core Ultra 7 Plus processors. These new chips are supported on all existing 800-series chipset motherboards, but some models may require an update first. Today, ASRock is confirming its broad support for these new chips across its …

MSI is joining forces with developer Pearl Abyss, offering gamers a free copy of the highly anticipated open-world action-adventure, Crimson Desert. Until April 6th, 2026, those who purchase select MSI X870E or B850 motherboards will be eligible to claim a Steam code for the game, which is slated for its …

Today Sapphire is launching its latest all-white AM5 motherboard, the Pure X870A WiFi 7. Sporting a minimalist design and the full X870 chipset, the motherboard is poised as a high-end option for custom gaming PCs with the latest Ryzen CPUs. The Pure X870A WiFi 7 supports DDR5 memory up to …

As Intel prepares for the late 2026 debut of its Core Ultra Series “Nova Lake-S” processors, new leaks have revealed the details for the accompanying 900-series “Nova Point” chipset family. This generation marks a significant shift in platform architecture, introducing the LGA 1954 socket and a more granular approach to …

In recent weeks there have been a number of user reports claiming that their AM5 CPUs died without warning. All of these reports had one thing in common - an ASRock motherboard. Now, ASRock has issued its first official statement on the matter.

ASRock showed off a new line of AIO liquid coolers, a new QD-OLED monitor and new compact PCs

For Day 27 of the KitGuru Advent Calendar we have teamed up with ASRock to offer up a B860I Lightning motherboard, perfect for anyone looking to build a small but powerful Intel-based PC.

For Day 6 of the KitGuru Advent Calendar we have teamed up with Sapphire to give one lucky reader a new graphics card and motherboard! Our prizes today include the Sapphire Pure RX 9060 XT 16GB graphics card and a Pure B850M motherboard/ 

Gigabyte has unveiled the X870E Aero X3D Wood, a new high-end motherboard that leans heavily into the recent trend of integrating natural materials into PC hardware. Moving away from the usual gamer aesthetic, this model features a wood-grain finish and a leather pull tab, designed to complement chassis like the …

For anyone who has invested in AMD's AM5 platform, news has just surfaced that confirms the socket's long-term viability. Leaked marketing materials and official videos from motherboard partners Asus and ASRock have provided the first concrete proof that upcoming B850 series motherboards will be compatible with the upcoming Zen 6-based …

Sapphire has been releasing AMD motherboards for a few years now. Today, the company launches its latest Nitro+ B650A WiFi 7 motherboard, which support AM5 processors and advanced networking capabilities.  The motherboard is designed with Nitro+ cooling, which includes extensive heatsink coverage for all critical components. USB connectivity options are …

ASRock has a new thin Mini-ITX motherboard hitting the market. The new H810M-ITX is a very small motherboard designed for commercial environments, complete with support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 CPUs. The ASRock H810TM-ITX supports Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and dual DDR5 memory configurations. Despite the small …

Fractal Design is bringing the popular North XL case to those with Reverse Connector motherboards.

KitGuru recently flew out to China, where we met Ethan Yang, the vice president for MSI Shenzhen’s manufacturing plant. He gave us a tour of his factory facility just as they were going through the process of building the first Z890 Tomahawk motherboards, so we thought we'd bring our readers along for the ride!

The new NZXT Z890 motherboards will be available starting in early 2025, both sporting an ATX form factor and robust feature set suited for gaming. 

NZXT returns to the high-end motherboard market with its new N9 X870E, designed for Zen 5 processors, including the newly released Ryzen 9000 desktop processors.

CUDIMM has emerged as a game-changing innovation, offering a CPU-decoupled CDK clock driver that enhances signal integrity and allows memory makers to achieve higher frequencies independent of the memory controller. With support for speeds starting at 6400 MT/s, CUDIMM promises improved stability and reliability at higher rates. Some memory kits …

With AMD's Ryzen 9000 series processors now available, motherboard makers are finally beginning to unveil their line-ups of X870 and X870E motherboards. This week at Gamescom, Asus is launching its full line-up, including new ProArt, ROG and TUF Gaming models. The new Asus X870 motherboards are equipped with AI optimization, …

AMD 800-series motherboards are still a few months away, with the first wave expected in September. However, details have already started to be shared, including some of the features they'll offer. Asus boards, for example, will offer two apparently exclusive features that adjust CPU performance.  A user of the HardwareLuxx …

MSI recently announced a new collaboration with Kepler Interactive to commemorate the launch of Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, which is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. MSI will offer digital copies of the new title when users buy select Z790 motherboards. In Flintlock: The Siege of …

Gigabyte has recently rolled out a new beta BIOS for all Z790 and B760 motherboards. This BIOS update allows users to disable the CEP (Current Excursion Protection) on Intel 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Core series, increasing CPU performance while maintaining lower temperatures and stability. Previously, the CEP feature on …

The industry is planning to transition away from the traditional ATX standard, which has been in use for decades, to a new standard known as the Intel ATX12VO (Advanced Technology Extended 12 Volts Only). This departure from PSUs with multiple voltage rails (3.3V, 5V, and 12V) to the new single …

Black Friday has arrived - if you are looking around for some new PC upgrades, we've rounded up some of the best deals we've found for CPUs, GPUs, motherboards, RAM, AIO liquid coolers and M.2 SSDs.

We've already covered a wide range of gaming monitor and graphics card deals from MSI this Black Friday. Now, our attention turns to all the other bits, with discounts for those looking to pick up a case, cooler, motherboard or power supply for a new build. We'll start off with …

In recent years, Asus teamed up with EKWB to ship motherboards with EK-branding cooling blocks, making them ready for custom water cooling right out of the box. They hit a snag with the Z690 Formula, with some users finding their blocks corroding due to mixed metals. Now, it appears that …

The latest Intel consumer CPUs have their throttling point set at around 107ºC. However, with the new feature MSI has added to their new BIOS for MSI Z690 and Z790 Max motherboards, it's now possible to increase the threshold to at least 115ºC. According to a screenshot shared by @kuroberumo …

A couple of weeks ago, a Windows 11 update began causing issues for MSI motherboard users, resulting in a BSOD ‘unsupported processor' error. After some investigation, the root cause of the issue has been found and a new BIOS update should fix things right up. MSI and Intel have been …