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Gigabyte B850I AORUS PRO Motherboard Review: Features, Pros, and Cons of an ITX Board
This video introduces the Gigabyte B850I AORUS PRO ITX motherboard and takes a detailed look at the features, advantages, and disadvantages of the ITX form factor, as well as the performance and convenience features of this product. Despite its small size, this motherboard offers excellent performance and a variety of features, making it a good choice for users interested in SFF builds.
1. 🤔 What is an ITX Motherboard? Differences from ATX, M-ATX, and Pros & Cons of ITX
- ✅ ATX is a desktop motherboard standard created by Intel in 1995.
- ✅ ITX is a small form factor created by VIA Technologies in 2001, developed for low-power, low-heat systems.
- ✅ Currently, ITX is popular among enthusiasts who prefer SFF (Small Form Factor) builds.
- ⚠️ ITX boards are expensive and difficult to mass-produce due to their small size.
- ✅ ITX satisfies the desires of enthusiasts who want to build small and beautiful high-performance computers.
| Category | Features |
|---|---|
| ATX | Standard desktop motherboard form factor |
| M-ATX | Smaller size than ATX |
| ITX | Small form factor, low power consumption, low heat generation |
00:07 - 01:46
1. 🤔 What is an ITX Motherboard? Differences from ATX, M-ATX, and Pros & Cons of ITX
- ✅ ATX is a desktop motherboard standard created by Intel in 1995.
- ✅ ITX is a small form factor created by VIA Technologies in 2001, developed for low-power, low-heat systems.
- ✅ Currently, ITX is popular among enthusiasts who prefer SFF (Small Form Factor) builds.
- ⚠️ ITX boards are expensive and difficult to mass-produce due to their small size.
- ✅ ITX satisfies the desires of enthusiasts who want to build small and beautiful high-performance computers.
| Category | Features |
|---|---|
| ATX | Standard desktop motherboard form factor |
| M-ATX | Smaller size than ATX |
| ITX | Small form factor, low power consumption, low heat generation |
01:47 - 03:46
2. 📦 Unboxing the Gigabyte B850I AORUS PRO: Design, Port Configuration, EZ Technology
- ✅ Components: Wi-Fi antenna, fan power extension cable, SATA cable, M.2 SSD thermal pad, AORUS sticker, M.2 SSD screw, standoff dedicated screw
- ✅ Exterior: AORUS logo on the power supply heatsink, eagle design on the SSD heatsink
- ✅ Provides 2 M.2 SSD slots (both can be used without speed degradation)
- ✅ Hole for cooling the power supply on the side I/O port side
- ✅ Port configuration: HDMI, USB (7 total including C-type), HD audio jack, Realtek 2.5G LAN port, Wi-Fi 7 antenna connector, Q-Flash Plus button
- ✅ Gigabyte EZ technology applied: Easy SSD/heatsink installation, graphics card removal button, easy Wi-Fi antenna connection
03:47 - 05:51
3. ⚙️ Internal Structure Analysis and Performance Testing: Power Supply, Heatsink, SSD Speed
- ✅ Small parts are densely packed in a 17cm square size.
- ✅ Power supply consists of 8+2+1 phases
- ✅ Can be used smoothly up to 9800X3D CPU
- ✅ 25mm cooling fan mounted on the SSD heatsink
- ✅ Cooling fan port provided (can be used with the included cable)
| Test Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Temperature (Blender 10 minutes) | Average 46.7~46.9°C, Maximum 55.2~55.3°C |
| Power Supply Temperature (Cyberpunk 2077 10 minutes) | Average 44.6~45°C, Maximum 52.4~52.7°C |
| SSD Speed | Operates close to specifications without speed degradation |
05:52 - 07:05
4. 🤔 Disadvantages and Price Information of ITX Motherboards: Why Choose ITX Anyway?
- ⚠️ Disadvantages of ITX: Assembly convenience, increased case/power supply prices, compatibility limitations
- ✅ Advantages of ITX: High satisfaction when completed
- ✅ Price: Low 300,000 won range (relatively inexpensive among competing ITX products)
- ✅ Recommended for: Those interested in small and compact SFF, those looking for an ITX board without SSD speed degradation