Gigabyte B650E AORUS ELITE X AX ICE AMD AM5 Socket Motherboard, ATX, 4x DDR5 Slots, 3x M.2 Sockets, 2x USB-C Port, Fitted I/O Shield, 2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, 2x HDMI Port / 1x USB-C
£260.84
B650E AORUS ELITE X AX ICE
Key Features
AMD Socket AM5: Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 / Ryzen 8000 / Ryzen 9000 Series Processors
Digital twin 12+2+2 phases VRM solution
Dual Channel DDR5: 4 x DIMMs with AMD EXPO & Intel XMP Memory Module Support
PCIe UD Slot X: PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 10X strength for graphics card
EZ-Latch Click: M.2 heatsinks with screwless design
EZ-Latch Plus: M.2 slots with Quick Release & Screwless Design
Sensor Panel Link: Onboard video port for hassle-free in-chassis panel setup
UC BIOS: User-Centred intuitive UX with Quick Access function
Ultra-Fast Storage: 3 x M.2 slots, including 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16
Efficient Overall Thermal: VRM Thermal Armor Advanced & M.2 Thermal Guard XL
Fast Networking: 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E with Ultra-high gain antenna
Extended Connectivity: HDMI, Rear USB-C support up to 40Gb/s, Front USB-C 20Gb/s
Reliable Audio: 8-Ch HD Audio & Audiophile Grade Capacitors
Power In Number
All AORUS series gaming motherboards are equipped with an all-digital power design, which delivers the best stability under heavy workloads.
Digital Twin VRM Design
Ensures stable high-power delivery for advanced overclocking.
Memory, To The Future
All AORUS series gaming motherboards feature multiple techniques to enhance the performance of DDR5 memory with the best compatibility.
DDR5 Overclocking Up To
8000 MT/s
BIOS Engineering
Feature-rich BIOS functions that enable easy access to the best-in-class DDR5 performance.
DDR5 Auto Booster
one click to boost native DDR5-4800 to 5000
AMD EXPO / Intel XMP 3.0 User Profile
optimizes memory settings and achieve the best performance for the system
High Bandwidth
one click to increase DDR5 bandwidth
Low Latency
one click to shorten DDR5 latency
Hardware Craftsmanship
Maximize DDR5 performance with our advanced technology for an unparalleled gaming experience.
Shielded Memory Routing
Memory routing is shielded within the PCB’s inner layer to protect against interference.
Daisy-Chained Routing
Optimized routing eliminates the stub effect, enabling higher memory frequencies and providing professional gamers with a faster and denser system memory experience.
Overall Thermal
Every AORUS motherboard is armored with the most advanced, full metal thermal design. These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool while running fast.
VRM Thermal Armor Advanced
These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool.
M.2 Thermal Guard XL
with M.2 Thermal Guard Backplate
M.2 Thermal Guard Ext
2x M.2
slots coverage
Build Effortless
Building your own PC is meant to be joyful and effortless. AORUS serious motherboard the most DIY-friendly ever.
Get EverythingUD
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable Technology represents our highest standards to provide a platform for gamers that is not only powerful but also durable and reliable. AORUS series motherboard is built to last longer and stand stronger.
Connectivity Versatile
Enable the ultimate connection experience with blazing data-transfer speeds through the next generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Seamless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E
Ultra-high Gain Antenna
2.5GbE LAN
High Quailty Sound
Enjoy a high-quality sound experience, which supports 7.1 channel playback, features an advanced microphone array, and offers versatile connectivity options for gaming and entertainment.
Audiophile Grade Capacitors
Premium Grade Audio capacitors provide stable current, delivering a studio-quality experience.
Elevating Performance Together
AORUS series motherboard signifies our dedication to BIOS optimization. Through our community partnership, we’re making next-gen performance more user-friendly.
UC BIOS
Redesigned as user-centered and provides intuitive performance tweakers.
Redesigned UI and UX
an intuitive operation interface with an aesthetically pleasing design.
Quick Access
9 customizable option slots for effortless access in Easy Mode.
Specification
CPU
AMD Socket AM5, support for:
AMD Ryzen 7000 / Ryzen 8000 / Ryzen 9000 Series Processors
Chipset
AMD B650
Memory
Support for DDR5 8000(OC)/ 7800(OC)/ 7600(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6666(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5200/4800/4400 MT/s memory modules
4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
Support for AMD EXtended Profiles for Overclocking (AMD EXPO™) and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
Onboard Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor with AMD Radeon Graphics support:
1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@60 Hz
1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920×1080@30 Hz
1 x USB Type-C port, supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2 and DisplayPort video outputs and a maximum resolution of 3840×2160@144 Hz
Audio
Realtek Audio CODEC
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
LAN
Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Wireless Communication Module
Realtek Wi-Fi 6E RTL8852CE
WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
BLUETOOTH 5.3
Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard
Expansion Slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x16 mode
MD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x8 mode
MD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
Chipset:
2 x PCI Express x16 slot, , supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1_1/2)
Storage Interface
1 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 SSDs:
AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSDs
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1/Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
1 x M.2 connector (M2B_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 SSDs:
AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x2 SSDs
1 x M.2 connector (M2C_SB), integrated in the Chipset, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices
RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
USB
CPU:
1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support (Note)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
CPU + USB 2.0 Hub:
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panel
Chipset:
1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support, available through the internal USB header
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (1 port on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Chipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
Internal I/O Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x CPU fan header
1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
3 x system fan headers
1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
1 x RGB LED strip header
3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)
1 x HDMI port – Only available with the AMD Radeon Graphics Processors.
1 x reset button
1 x reset jumper
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel Connectors
1 x Q-Flash Plus button
2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
1 x HDMI port
1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks
I/O Controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip
H/W Monitoring
Voltage detection
Temperature detection
Fan speed detection
Water cooling flow rate detection
Fan fail warning
Fan speed control
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features
Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Q-Flash Plus
Bundled Software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
LAN bandwidth management software
Operating System
Support for Windows 11 64-bit
Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm