Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming G1 Extended ATX Motherboard

Description

Gigabyte's GA-Z170X-Gaming G1 Extended ATX Motherboard features an Intel LGA 1151 socket and an Intel Z170 chipset, so you can build a gaming system with a 6th generation Intel processor and DDR4 memory modules. This motherboard delivers realistic sound effects and crisp music by utilising a Creative Sound Core3D chipset with SBX Pro Studio, Nichicon and WIMA capacitors, and OP-AMPs. To provide you with the best networking speed, Killer DoubleShot-X3 Pro prioritises the motherboard's 802.11ac Wi-Fi and two Gigabit LAN controllers. Moreover, this motherboard has M.2 slots and USB 3.1 ports that use the PCI Express 3.0 lanes to deliver data quickly to your system.

The Gaming G1 motherboard comes with four DIMM slots to support up to 64GB of DDR4 RAM. Utilising its three SATA Express connectors with high performance SSDs, this motherboard delivers data faster when compared to drives connected via SATA III. Native 4K support is available via HDMI when using an Intel processor with integrated Intel HD graphics. When more 3D graphics power is needed, this extended ATX motherboard is outfitted with four PCI Express x16 slots for supporting dedicated graphics cards in an AMD CrossFireX or SLI configuration. Additionally, there are three PCIe 3.0 x1 slots. For audio connections, it offers five audio jacks along with an optical S/PDIF out connector. It also has ten SATA III 6 Gb/s ports, seven USB 3.0 ports, and two USB 2.0 ports as well as Bluetooth 4.1 and a PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port. Included along with this motherboard are an M.2 to U.2 interface adapter and a 5.25" expansion bay that provides two additional USB 3.1 ports in the front of your case.

Features

Intel USB 3.1 Controller

This Intel controller utilises four PCI Express 3.0 lanes to provide a data transfer rate of 10 Gb/s per USB 3.1 port, which is twice as fast as USB 3.0. One of these USB 3.1 ports features a small, reversible type-C design that allows you connect the very first time. You can also use this port with a DisplayPort-enabled monitor via a separately sold type-C to DisplayPort 1.2 cable. In addition, these ports are backwards compatible with existing USB devices.

Creative Sound Blaster Certified ZxRi 120dB+ Audio

Gigabyte has built this motherboard with a Creative Sound Core3D Quad Core Audio processor and a Burr-Brown DAC to deliver 192 kHz/24-bit audio signals.

Gold Nichicon and WIMA Audio Capacitors

Hi-Fi WIMA capacitors and Nichicon audio grade Fine Gold capacitors are used to provide cleaner bass and higher frequencies.

Triple Upgradable OP-AMPs

The audio is further enhanced with a triple upgradeable OP-AMP solution. To ensure you receive the sound that matches your needs, Gigabyte includes OP-AMPs for the left and right channels and a dedicated rear OP-AMP for the front audio jack.

AMP-UP Audio Technology

AMP-UP Audio Technology is the combination of Creative Sound Core3D with SBX Pro Studio, Nichicon and WIMA capacitors, and OP-AMPs so you can experience crisp, realistic sound effects.

Creative SBX Pro Studio Audio Suite

This software suite of programmes tailors the sounds when listening to music, movies, or games.

USB DAC-UP

USB DAC-UP provides clean, noise-free power delivery to your Digital-to-Analogue Convertor. It takes advantage of an isolated power source and minimises potential fluctuations to ensure an immersive audio experience.

Killer DoubleShot-X3 Pro

This Gaming G1 motherboard features Killer DoubleShot-X3 Pro, which prioritises your gaming networking needs over the fastest available connection for a lag-less and uninterrupted experience. It utilises the three Killer interfaces to work together to provide you with the best networking speed by freeing the highest bandwidth for the most important traffic, allowing you to multitask without affecting your performance.

Multiple Graphics Cards Support

You can instal multiple graphics cards linked via 2-way, 3-way, 4-way CrossFire or SLI.

PCIe Metal Shielding

Gigabyte reinforces the PCIe connectors with a one-piece stainless steel shield that provides extra strength to support heavier graphics cards.

Dual PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2

This motherboard comes with two M.2 slots that run on the PCI Express lanes, which allow each slot to transfer data at rate of 32 Gb/s. You can also configure your drives connected via M.2 in a RAID array.

M.2 to U.2 Add-in Card

The included M.2 to U.2 add-in card converts the M.2 slot into a U.2 connector so you can connect an optional Intel 750 SSD, utilising NVM Express over four PCI 3.0 lanes.

Turbo B-Clock

The onboard TURBO B-Clock Tuning IC enables you to change the BCLK frequency from 90 to 200 MHz.

SATA Express

SATA Express combines the benefits of PCI-Express and SATA to provide much higher bandwidth, featuring data transfer rates of up to 16 Gb/s.

Gigabyte App Centre Including EasyTune and Cloud Station Utilities

Access Gigabyte apps via the APP Centre, which can help you get the most of your Gigabyte motherboard. Using a simple, unified user interface, Gigabyte APP Centre allows you to launch all Gigabyte apps installed on your system.

EasyTune app - is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows you to fine-tune the system's settings or adjust system and memory clocks and voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick Boost, one click is all it takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance boost when you need it the most.

Gigabyte Cloud Station - is composed of several unique apps, which allows your smart phone/tablet device to communicate, share resources, and control desktop PCs via wireless connection.

Black Solid Capacitors

Gigabyte gaming motherboards integrate jet-black solid-state capacitors that are rated to perform with higher efficiency, reliability, and stability for extended periods, even in extreme performance configurations.

Q-Flash Plus

You can update the BIOS on this motherboard before installing a processor and memory chips. Utilising the AEC Controller, the BIOS can now be updated through Q-Flash Plus even if your system is unable to boot. An LED next to the AEC controller will notify you once the procedure is completed so you can boot the system normally.

Multi-Colour LED Trace Path

The motherboard features LED lighting for the audio guard light path, providing a total of 7 colours to make your system appear unique.

22-Phase Digital Power Delivery Design

The 22-phase power delivery design features 4th generation IR digital power controllers and 3rd generation PowlRstage ICs with Isense technology. This technology provides current sensing accuracy to evenly distribute the thermal loading between the PowerIRstage ICs, preventing overheating and offering reliability.

Water Block Thermal Design with G1/4 Threaded Fittings

Tube connectors at each end of the heatsink provide easy integration with a liquid cooled system. This design helps combat high temperatures by effectively removing the heat from critical areas of the motherboard such as the CPU VRM zone.

GC-USB3.1 Bay

Gigabyte includes a 5.25" GC-USB3.1 bay that provides a type-C USB 3.1 port and a type-A USB 3.1 port. The type-C port features USB Power Delivery 2.0, which offers 100 watts of power. Additionally, the steel USB 3.1 expansion bay connects to the motherboard's SATA Express port to provide up to 10 Gb/s of data transfer speeds. These ports also support USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices.

15µ Gold-Plated CPU Socket Design

To provide reliability and longevity, the CPU socket has been gold-plated to help prevent corroded pins and bad contacts when used longer than an average workday.

4K HD HDMI Support

This motherboard provides native 4K support with an integrated Intel HD Graphics via HDMI. This High-Definition Multimedia Interface provides up to 5 Gb/s of bandwidth for transmitting video and 8-channels of audio all through a single cable. Capable of transmitting uncompressed digital video and audio, HDMI ensures rendering of digital content up to 1080p without the quality losses associated with analogue interfaces and their digital-to-analogue conversion. In addition, HDMI is compatible with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection, allowing the playback of Blu-ray/HD DVD and other protected media content.

Bundled Software

Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Intel Smart Response Technology

Specifications