Aorus X299 DDR4 High‑Performance Board

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Identifiers
Model Gigabyte X299 AORUS GAMING
MPN Gigabyte X299 AORUS GAMING
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
ACPI version
The version of the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) standard that a product supports or implements. It indicates the level of power‑management features, hardware configuration capabilities, and operating‑system compatibility available on the device.
5.0
AMD CrossFire Support
Indicates whether the product supports AMD CrossFire technology, which allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance. The value is a textual description such as "2-Way CrossFire", "3-Way CrossFire", "Supported" or "Not Supported".
3-Way CrossFire
Audio
A list of the audio codecs, channel configurations, and related technologies that a product can play or output. Each value may combine a codec name (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS‑HD), a channel count (e.g., 5.1, 7.1), and optional qualifiers such as "High Definition" or "Virtual Surround" to describe the exact audio capability of the device.
Realtek ALC1220 7.1 HD Audio
Audio chip
The model of the audio processing chip integrated into a device, indicating the specific hardware responsible for sound generation and decoding.
Realtek ALC1220
Audio output channels
Indicates the total number of independent audio channels that a product can produce or process, including sub‑channels such as those used in surround sound configurations (e.g., 5.1, 7.2). The value may be an integer or a decimal to represent fractional channel groups.
7.1 channels
BIOS memory size 128 Mbit
BIOS type
The firmware interface used by a computer system to initialize hardware and load the operating system, such as UEFI or legacy BIOS. It indicates whether the motherboard supports modern features like secure boot, fast startup, or compatibility with older operating systems.
UEFI AMI
Board dimensions
The physical footprint of a board expressed as width × height in millimetres, centimetres, inches or other linear units. It indicates the space required to mount the board inside a computer case and helps determine compatibility with chassis sizes such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, etc.
305 x 244 mm
Bundled software
A list of software programs and utilities that come pre-installed or bundled with the product, such as operating systems, drivers, antivirus suites, or other essential applications.
Norton Internet Security, cFosSpeed
Chipset
The chipset is the collection of integrated circuits that manages communication between a computer’s CPU, memory, and peripheral devices. It defines the supported processor families, available I/O interfaces, and overall system capabilities, allowing users to understand compatibility and feature sets for motherboards or other hardware components.
Intel X299
Clear CMOS jumper
Indicates whether the product includes a clear‑CMOS jumper, a small connector that allows resetting the CMOS memory to factory defaults. A value of "Yes" means the jumper is present and can be used for troubleshooting or configuration reset; "No" indicates it is absent.
Yes
Compatible processor series
List of processor families that the product can support, such as Intel Celeron, Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen 3, etc. Each value represents a distinct CPU family or brand that is compatible with the hardware platform.
Intel Core i5,Intel Core i7
Component for
Specifies the type of device or system that the product is intended to be used with, such as a PC, server, notebook, surveillance system, or other electronic equipment. The value represents a single category and can be used to filter or group products by their target platform.
PC
CPU fan connector Yes
CPU Socket
The physical connector used by a processor to attach to a motherboard or other compatible platform, such as LGA 1151, BGA 1440, Socket AM4, or LGA 1200. This attribute indicates the exact socket designation required for proper CPU installation and compatibility with other hardware components.
2066
Depth
The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
244 mm
Ethernet interface type
A list of the Ethernet standards that a product supports, such as Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbps), 2.5 GbE, 10 GbE, and other variants. Each value is a free‑text label describing one supported interface; multiple values are separated by commas when the device offers more than one speed or generation.
Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN
Indicates whether the product includes an Ethernet LAN interface for wired network connectivity, allowing data transmission over RJ‑45 or compatible cables.
Yes
Form factor
Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
ATX
Front panel audio connector
Indicates whether the product has an audio connector on its front panel. The value is "Yes" if a front‑panel audio jack or similar input is present, and "No" otherwise.
Yes
Front panel connector
Indicates whether the product includes a connector on its front panel. The value can be "Yes" or "No", representing the presence or absence of this port.
Yes
Maximum internal memory
The largest amount of internal random‑access memory that a device can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the maximum capacity for active processes and multitasking performance.
64 GB
Maximum memory capacity
The largest amount of random‑access memory that a motherboard can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the upper limit of memory capacity for active processes and multitasking performance on systems using this board.
64GB (4x16GB)
Maximum number of SMP processors
The total count of symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) processors supported by a computer system or component. This value indicates how many CPU cores can operate concurrently in an SMP configuration, which is relevant for multi‑core performance and parallel processing capabilities.
1
Memory channel
The number of memory channels supported by a motherboard or processor, indicating how many independent data paths are available for RAM modules. Common values include "Single", "Dual (2)", "Quad (4)" and similar descriptors. This attribute helps users understand the potential memory bandwidth and upgrade options for a system.
Dual (2)
Memory channels
The configuration of memory channels supported by a device, indicating how many independent memory paths the system can use for data transfer (e.g., Dual‑channel, Quad‑channel). This attribute helps users understand the potential bandwidth and performance characteristics of the memory subsystem.
Dual-channel
Memory slots type
The form factor of the memory module that a product can accept, such as DIMM or SO‑DIMM. It indicates whether the device uses standard desktop RAM modules (DIMM) or smaller laptop‑style modules (SO‑DIMM).
DIMM
Memory type
The classification of the memory technology used in a device, such as DDR4 SDRAM, LPDDR3, GDDR6, or other variants. It indicates the architecture and generation of the RAM modules installed or supported by the product.
DDR4
Memory Type ECC
Indicates whether the memory module supports Error‑Correcting Code (ECC) technology, which can detect and correct single-bit errors during operation.
Non-ECC
Memory Type R/U
The type of memory module used in a computer system, indicating whether it is Registered (R) or Unbuffered (U). This attribute helps determine compatibility with motherboards and the expected performance characteristics of the RAM.
UDIMM (Unbuffered)
Motherboard chipset family
The chipset family identifies the group of integrated circuits that manage communication between a computer’s CPU, memory, and peripheral devices on a motherboard. It indicates the supported processor families, available I/O interfaces, and overall system capabilities, helping users assess compatibility and feature sets for motherboards or other hardware components.
Intel
Network Interface Type
The type of network connection supported by the product, such as wired Ethernet (e.g., Gigabit LAN, 2.5 Gbps LAN) or wireless Wi‑Fi standards (e.g., 802.11ac, 802.11ax). It indicates whether the device can connect to a local area network via cable, wirelessly, or both, and may include the maximum speed supported.
Wired Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000)
Non-ECC
Indicates whether the memory module does not support error‑correcting code (ECC). A value of Yes means the module lacks ECC protection, while No means it includes ECC functionality.
Yes
Number of SATA III connectors
The total count of physical SATA III (Serial ATA Revision 3) ports available on a product. It indicates how many internal connections can be used to attach storage devices such as hard drives or solid‑state drives that support the SATA III interface.
8
On-Board Graphics Connectors
A list of the physical connector types available on a device’s onboard graphics output, such as HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI‑D, or VGA. This attribute helps users identify which video ports are directly integrated into the motherboard or system board for connecting displays.
None
Parallel processing technology support
A list of GPU multi‑processing technologies that the product can support, such as CrossFireX, SLI, NVLink or combinations thereof. Each value represents a distinct configuration that allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance.
2-Way CrossFireX,2-Way SLI,3-Way SLI,Quad-GPU CrossFireX,Quad-GPU SLI
PC Health Monitoring
A list of hardware components that the system tracks to monitor their operational status and performance. Typical entries include CPU, fan, temperature sensors, voltage regulators, power supply units, and other critical subsystems. The list helps users understand which parts are being monitored for health alerts or performance metrics.
FAN,Temperature,Voltage
Plug and play
Indicates whether the product can be used immediately after installation without requiring additional configuration or drivers.
Yes
Primary GPU Interface
The physical or logical interface used by a graphics processing unit to connect with the rest of the system, such as PCI Express (PCIe) variants. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the GPU and the motherboard.
PCIe 3.0 (x16)
QPI Speed
The maximum data transfer rate of the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) interface, expressed in gigatransfers per second (GT/s). This value indicates the bandwidth available for communication between processors and other system components.
N/A
RAID levels
A comma‑separated list that specifies the RAID configurations supported by a storage controller or device. Each entry can be a numeric level (e.g., 0, 1, 5, 10) or a special label such as JBOD. This attribute indicates which disk arrangements the system can manage.
0,1,5,10
RAID Support via
A comma‑separated list of the RAID configurations that a storage controller or device can manage, such as 0, 1, 5, 10, or JBOD. Each value represents a distinct RAID level that the product supports.
SATA
S/PDIF out connector
Indicates whether the product includes a digital audio output port using the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF). A value of "Yes" means the port is present; "No" means it is absent.
Yes
SATA Support
A list of SATA interface variants that the product supports, such as SATA III (SATA3), SATA II, or M.2 SATA. Each value indicates a specific SATA standard that the device can use for connecting storage devices.
SATA3 / M.2
Supported memory clock speeds
The operating frequencies that a processor or memory module can run at, expressed in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). This attribute lists all supported clock rates, allowing users to understand the performance range of the component.
2133,2400,2667 MHz
TPM connector
Indicates whether the product includes a physical port that can accept a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip, enabling hardware‑based security features such as secure boot and encrypted storage.
Yes
Unbuffered memory
Indicates whether the memory modules in the product are unbuffered (non‑registered). A value of "Yes" means the device uses standard unbuffered RAM, while "No" indicates that buffered or registered memory is used.
Yes
Water Cooled
Indicates whether a product uses water as its cooling medium. A value of "Yes" means the device incorporates a liquid‑cooling system that circulates water to dissipate heat, while "No" indicates it relies on air or other cooling methods.
No
Width
The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
305 mm
Windows operating systems supported
A list of Microsoft Windows operating system versions that the product is compatible with, including any relevant architecture or edition information.
Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 Pro x64
Gigabyte

Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware company that produces motherboards, graphics cards, and other computer hardware. The company was founded in 1986 and is now one of the largest computer hardware companies in the world.