GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE Intel Core Ultra DDR5 WiFi 7 ATX Motherboard
- Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) with Modern Intel Desktop Platform
- 4x DDR5 DIMM Slots with XMP Support & Memory Speeds Up to 9200MHz (OC)
- 14+1+2 Phase Digital VRM with 3x M.2 Slots Including PCIe 5.0 x4 Storage
- WiFi 7, 2.5GbE LAN, USB4 Type-C, PCIe 5.0 & Premium AORUS ICE Design
GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE DDR5 Motherboard
Premium Intel B860 Motherboard for Core Ultra Series 2 Processors
The GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE is a performance-focused Intel motherboard designed for compatible Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2). Combining high-speed DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, advanced power delivery and next-generation networking, it provides a modern foundation for gaming, content creation and professional desktop systems.
Featuring a 14+1+2 phase digital VRM solution, four DDR5 DIMM slots, three M.2 storage slots, WiFi 7, 2.5GbE LAN and USB4 Type-C, the B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE offers extensive connectivity and expansion in a distinctive light-colored AORUS ICE design.
Product Features
Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Support: Designed for compatible Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2), providing a modern platform for gaming, productivity and demanding workloads.
14+1+2 Phase Digital VRM: A robust digital twin 14+1+2 phase VRM solution provides stable power delivery for compatible high-performance Intel processors.
UD Power Connectors: The motherboard uses a 24-pin ATX connector together with 8+8-pin CPU power connectors featuring GIGABYTE UD Solid Pin technology.
Four DDR5 DIMM Slots: Four DDR5 DIMM slots provide dual-channel memory support for high-capacity and high-performance system configurations.
DDR5 Up to 9200MHz (OC): Supports high-speed DDR5 memory configurations up to 9200MHz (OC) with compatible processors, memory modules and BIOS settings.
Intel XMP Support: Compatible XMP memory modules can use supported profiles for convenient high-performance memory configuration.
D5 Bionic Corsa: GIGABYTE memory optimization technologies are designed to improve DDR5 signal quality and provide additional memory performance potential.
PCIe 5.0 Expansion: High-bandwidth PCIe 5.0 connectivity provides support for compatible graphics cards and next-generation expansion devices.
Three M.2 Slots: Three M.2 storage slots provide extensive NVMe SSD expansion, including one PCIe 5.0 x4 interface for compatible next-generation SSDs.
EZ-Latch Plus: Quick-release and screwless mechanisms on supported PCIe and M.2 slots help simplify component installation and removal.
EZ-Latch Click: Compatible M.2 heatsinks feature a screwless design for easier SSD installation and maintenance.
WiFi 7: Integrated WiFi 7 provides next-generation wireless connectivity when paired with compatible wireless network equipment.
WIFI EZ-Plug: GIGABYTE WIFI EZ-Plug provides a simplified antenna connection design for easier wireless setup.
Ultra-High Gain Antenna: The directional wireless antenna is designed to provide optimized wireless signal reception when correctly positioned.
2.5GbE LAN: Integrated 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet provides high-speed wired connectivity for gaming, streaming, NAS access and large file transfers.
USB4 Type-C: USB4 Type-C provides high-bandwidth connectivity for compatible external storage, docks and peripherals.
DisplayPort Alt Mode: The USB4 Type-C connection supports DP Alt Mode for compatible display devices and configurations.
HDMI and DisplayPort: Integrated HDMI and DisplayPort provide additional digital display connectivity with compatible processor configurations.
VRM Thermal Armor Advanced: The advanced VRM thermal solution helps dissipate heat generated by the motherboard power delivery components.
M.2 Thermal Guard Ext.: Extended M.2 thermal protection helps manage temperatures of compatible high-performance NVMe SSDs.
AI PerfDrive: AI PerfDrive provides optimized and customizable BIOS preset profiles designed to help users configure system performance.
Sensor Panel Link: An onboard video connection provides support for compatible in-chassis sensor panel configurations.
Enhanced BIOS Interface: Multi-theme support, AIO fan control and Q-Flash Auto Scan provide additional system configuration and management options.
AORUS ICE Design: The light-colored ICE aesthetic makes the motherboard suitable for premium white and light-themed gaming PC builds.
Product Specifications
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
| Series | AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE |
| Model | B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE |
| Chipset | Intel B860 |
| Processor Support | Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)* |
| Power Design | Digital Twin 14+1+2 Phase VRM |
| Motherboard Power | 24-Pin ATX |
| CPU Power | 8+8-Pin with UD Solid Pin |
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR5 DIMM |
| Memory Architecture | Dual Channel |
| Memory Speed | Up to DDR5-9200MHz (OC)* |
| Memory Profile | Intel XMP Support |
| Memory Technology | D5 Bionic Corsa |
| PCIe | PCIe 5.0 Support |
| M.2 Slots | 3 x M.2 |
| PCIe 5.0 M.2 | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x4 |
| PCIe / M.2 Installation | EZ-Latch Plus |
| M.2 Heatsink | EZ-Latch Click / M.2 Thermal Guard Ext. |
| Wireless | WiFi 7 |
| WiFi Features | WIFI EZ-Plug / Directional Ultra-High Gain Antenna |
| LAN | 2.5GbE Ethernet |
| USB Type-C | USB4 with DP Alt Mode |
| Display Outputs | HDMI / DisplayPort / USB4 DP Alt Mode |
| VRM Cooling | VRM Thermal Armor Advanced |
| M.2 Cooling | M.2 Thermal Guard Ext. |
| Performance Feature | AI PerfDrive |
| Sensor Panel Support | Sensor Panel Link |
| Design | AORUS ICE |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Product Type | Desktop Motherboard |
*Processor compatibility and achievable DDR5 memory speeds depend on the installed processor, memory modules, BIOS version and system configuration.
Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Platform
The GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE is designed for compatible Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2). The Intel B860 platform combines DDR5 memory, modern PCIe connectivity and high-speed storage for current-generation desktop systems.
DDR5 Memory Up to 9200MHz (OC)
Four DDR5 DIMM slots provide dual-channel memory support with speeds up to 9200MHz (OC) under compatible configurations. Intel XMP support provides convenient access to supported high-performance memory profiles.
14+1+2 Phase Digital Power Design
The digital twin 14+1+2 phase VRM solution provides robust power delivery for compatible Intel Core Ultra processors. UD Solid Pin power connectors further support reliable power connectivity for demanding desktop configurations.
PCIe 5.0 Expansion
PCIe 5.0 connectivity provides high bandwidth for compatible graphics and expansion hardware, making the motherboard suitable for modern performance-focused gaming and professional PC builds.
Three M.2 NVMe Storage Slots
Three M.2 slots provide extensive NVMe storage expansion, including one PCIe 5.0 x4 interface for compatible next-generation SSDs. This allows users to build fast multi-drive configurations for games, applications and professional files.
WiFi 7 and 2.5GbE Networking
Integrated WiFi 7 provides next-generation wireless networking with compatible equipment, while 2.5GbE Ethernet provides high-speed wired connectivity for gaming, streaming, NAS access and large local file transfers.
USB4 Type-C Connectivity
USB4 Type-C provides high-bandwidth connectivity for compatible external devices and supports DisplayPort Alt Mode for supported display configurations.
Advanced Thermal Management
VRM Thermal Armor Advanced helps manage heat around the motherboard power delivery system, while M.2 Thermal Guard Ext. provides thermal support for compatible high-performance NVMe SSDs.
EZ-Latch Installation Features
EZ-Latch Plus provides quick-release and screwless installation features for supported PCIe and M.2 components. EZ-Latch Click further simplifies compatible M.2 heatsink installation and removal.
Premium AORUS ICE Design
The AORUS ICE design combines a premium light-colored appearance with performance-oriented hardware, making the motherboard particularly suitable for white gaming PCs and other coordinated desktop builds.
Important Compatibility Information
Before purchasing, confirm compatibility between the intended Intel Core Ultra processor, motherboard revision and installed BIOS version.
DDR5 speeds up to 9200MHz are overclocked specifications. Actual achievable memory performance depends on the processor memory controller, installed DIMMs, memory configuration and BIOS settings.
PCIe and M.2 bandwidth or lane allocation may vary according to the installed processor and system configuration. Refer to the motherboard documentation when configuring multiple PCIe and M.2 devices.
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