GIGABYTE B850I AORUS PRO AM5 DDR5 Mini-ITX Motherboard
The GIGABYTE B850I AORUS PRO is a compact Mini-ITX AMD AM5 motherboard designed for powerful small-form-factor gaming PCs, compact workstations, and performance-focused desktop builds. Powered by the AMD B850 chipset, it supports AMD Ryzen 9000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 7000 Series processors. Despite its compact 17 × 17 cm design, it offers DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0, dual M.2 storage, 2.5GbE LAN, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
AMD AM5 Platform and B850 Chipset
The motherboard uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform and supports compatible Ryzen 9000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 7000 Series processors. GIGABYTE equips the board with an 8+2+1 digital VRM design, a 10-layer low-loss PCB and 2X copper PCB construction to provide a solid foundation for high-performance processors in compact systems.
DDR5 Memory up to 128GB
The B850I AORUS PRO features two DDR5 DIMM slots with dual-channel memory architecture and supports up to 128GB of system memory. Revision 1.0 supports memory speeds up to DDR5-8400 (OC), while Revision 1.1 supports up to DDR5-8800 (OC). AMD EXPO and Intel XMP memory profiles are supported.
PCIe 5.0 Graphics Support
For graphics expansion, the board provides one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with compatible Ryzen 9000 and Ryzen 7000 processors. With supported Ryzen 8000 processors, the slot operates according to the CPU's PCIe capabilities. Because this is a Mini-ITX motherboard, the full-length PCIe slot is designed for a single graphics card or compatible NVMe configuration.
Dual M.2 Storage
The B850I AORUS PRO provides two M.2 slots for high-speed NVMe storage. The front M.2 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4/x2, while the rear-mounted M.2 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2. Two SATA 6Gb/s connectors are also available for additional storage devices.
Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5GbE LAN
Integrated Realtek Wi-Fi 7 provides wireless connectivity across the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands, along with Bluetooth 5.4. The motherboard also includes Realtek 2.5GbE LAN, providing fast wired networking for gaming, file transfers, and network-connected applications.
High-Speed USB Connectivity
The rear I/O includes a USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and two USB 2.0/1.1 ports. The board also provides HDMI 2.1 output with support for up to 4096 × 2160 at 60Hz, depending on the installed processor.
Premium Audio and Compact Design
For audio, GIGABYTE uses the Realtek ALC4080 codec. The motherboard measures just 17 × 17 cm, making it particularly suitable for compact Mini-ITX cases where space is limited.
Key Features
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AMD Socket AM5 for Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series processors
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AMD B850 chipset
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Mini-ITX 17 × 17 cm form factor
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2× DDR5 DIMM slots, up to 128GB
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Up to DDR5-8800 (OC) on Revision 1.1
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1× PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
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2× M.2 slots: PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0
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2× SATA 6Gb/s ports
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Realtek 2.5GbE LAN
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Realtek Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
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Realtek ALC4080 audio
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HDMI 2.1 output
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USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connectivity
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8+2+1 digital VRM design
Why Choose GIGABYTE B850I AORUS PRO?
The GIGABYTE B850I AORUS PRO is an excellent option for building a compact yet powerful AMD Ryzen PC. Its Mini-ITX form factor, DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0, dual M.2 slots, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE LAN, and AM5 processor compatibility make it suitable for high-performance small-form-factor gaming and workstation builds.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What processors does the GIGABYTE B850I AORUS PRO support?
It supports AMD Ryzen 9000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 7000 Series processors using the AM5 socket.
How much RAM does the motherboard support?
It supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory through two DIMM slots.
What is the maximum DDR5 speed?
Revision 1.0 supports up to DDR5-8400 (OC), while Revision 1.1 supports up to DDR5-8800 (OC).
Does the B850I AORUS PRO support PCIe 5.0?
Yes. Its PCIe x16 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x16 with compatible Ryzen 9000 and Ryzen 7000 processors.
How many M.2 slots are available?
There are two M.2 slots, including one PCIe 5.0 slot and one PCIe 4.0 slot.
Does it support Wi-Fi 7?
Yes. The motherboard features Realtek Wi-Fi 7 with 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz support.
Does it have 2.5GbE LAN?
Yes. It includes a Realtek 2.5GbE LAN controller.
What is the motherboard form factor?
It is a Mini-ITX motherboard measuring 17 × 17 cm, making it suitable for compact PC cases.
What audio codec does it use?
The motherboard uses the Realtek ALC4080 audio codec.
Does it support Bluetooth?
Yes. The integrated Wi-Fi 7 module supports Bluetooth 5.4.
