How not to make a mistake when choosing a motherboard, or expensive motherboards are not needed by most users

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Motherboard MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Edge WIFI (from RUB 16,320)

MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Edge WIFI motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru A strong motherboard that is supported on several processors. The model has good build quality. In the kit you will also find two Wi-Fi antennas, which obviously will not be superfluous. All main elements have massive radiators. This board has great overclocking potential and all modern functions are available. The cooling system also inspires confidence.

High-quality build, a large number of ports and expansion slots
Weak audio system

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Motherboard ASUS PRIME Z490-A (from RUB 15,600)

ASUS PRIME Z490-A motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru This representative of our rating also has many advantages. The number of slots and connectors will definitely please users. There is a switchable backlight. Undoubted advantages from the z490 chipset. The motherboard has an interesting appearance - snow-white decorative elements and aluminum radiators on a black PCB. The board is based on the Intel LGA 1200 processor socket and supports the tenth generation Comet Lake-S CPU.

Number of slots, switchable backlight

Network module turns off after reboot

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Motherboard GIGABYTE B550I AORUS PRO AX (rev. 1.0) (from RUB 14,850)

GIGABYTE B550I AORUS PRO AX motherboard (rev. 1.0).
Photo: market.yandex.ru This motherboard supports PCIe 4.0, which is extremely important for modern components. It is made very reliably, this is ensured by a metal frame on the front and back sides. Among the advantages is also a built-in Wi-Fi module that supports the 802.11ax standard. Users note that the board has good performance. It is capable of unleashing the potential of such top processors as the 3rd generation AMD Ryzen™, and, apparently, the 4th.

Compatible with modern processors, good performance

Extra outputs for HDMI

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Regular

GIGABYTE H310M H 2.0 (rev. 1.0)

pros

• Low cost
• Support for modern processors
• Usually does not require a BIOS update
• Large number of connectors

Minuses

• No SLI/CrossFire support

From 4,500 ₽

Standard board with LGA1151 v2 socket for 8th generation Intel chips. In practice, the board copes well even with 9th generation multi-core computing modules. There are 2 slots for RAM capable of operating in dual-channel mode. The maximum volume is 32 GB.

ASRock B460 Pro4

pros

• Beautiful appearance
• Good equipment
• Relatively low cost

Minuses

• Lack of color codes and large slot labels

From 8,700 ₽

High-quality motherboard for 10th generation Intel Core processors. Runs on AMI BIOS and supports CrossFire X. 4 slots for DDR4 DIMM RAM, 2133-2933 MHz, allow you to equip the system with up to 128 GB of RAM. All necessary interfaces are provided for connecting computer components and various peripherals.

ASUS PRIME B550-PLUS

pros

• Support for modern processors
• High-quality VRM cooling
• 10-phase power supply
• Lots of connectors for coolers

Minuses

• Expensive
• No temperature sensor on VRM

From 11,900 ₽

A powerful and reliable board from a well-known computer equipment manufacturer. Suitable even for assembling gaming systems based on multi-core AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen processors. There are 8 USB connectors for connecting various equipment. RAM is connected to 4 DDR4 DIMM slots, 2133-4600 MHz.

What other motherboards are worth paying attention to?

ASRock B550M-HDV motherboard (from RUB 6,030)

ASRock B550M-HDV motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru A model that will attract buyers with its cost - not the highest on the market. It has good overclocking, although you can’t count on it without VRM heatsinks. Among the advantages are the presence of two connectors for 4 usb, as well as sata connectors on the right, and not on the top. This is convenient for those who use large video cards.

Price, convenient location of connectors

Power

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Supermicro X9DRi-F motherboard (from RUB 40,872)

Supermicro X9DRi-F motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru Users admire the power of this motherboard. It is capable of providing almost maximum performance. The advantageous features of the model are two processors and available components. There are many memory slots, and its maximum capacity is 512 GB. However, there are some off-putting points: the device is one of the most expensive on the market.

Two processors, power

Price

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Motherboard Colorful C.A68M-BTC YV14 (from 4905 RUR)

Colorful C.A68M-BTC YV14 motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru An affordable motherboard with a set of necessary qualities. With it you can watch movies in good resolution and play games, although not very demanding ones. The compact dimensions of the model give you the opportunity to choose any case - a full-fledged computer or a miniature one designed for a microATX system.

Price quality

Inconvenient sata location

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Motherboard Biostar IH61MF-Q5 (from RUB 5,410)

Biostar IH61MF-Q5 motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru This option is also among the available ones. The specifications state that the motherboard supports a RAM clock speed of 1600 MHz, which is considered an advantage for many users. It is suitable for several processors - in particular, the Intel® core™ i3-3220 and i5-3570k, whose owners often abandon the model, doubting its compatibility.

Price, assembly

Power

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Esonic H61FEL-U motherboard (from RUB 3,720)

Esonic H61FEL-U motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru Many computer owners consider this option as a replacement for a failed existing motherboard. There is nothing to be surprised about - it is relatively cheap, has a minimum set of necessary characteristics and is compatible with a large number of processors. Judging by user reviews, it works without any complaints - this is the most important thing.

Price, good compatibility

Small memory capacity

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Advantech AIMB-782QG2-00A1E motherboard (from RUB 27,205)

Advantech AIMB-782QG2-00A1E motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru Server motherboard with powerful characteristics. It supports work on processors - Intel 2nd, 3rd Core i7/i5/i3. Can work with several at once. The model is distinguished by its build quality and reliability of all materials. The package contents will also pleasantly surprise you; in addition to the board itself, you will find here - 2 SATA cables, 1 SATA power cable and a cover for the rear ports of the case.

Quality, availability of interfaces

Price

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Intel DP43BF motherboard (from RUB 3,130)

Intel DP43BF motherboard.
Photo: market.yandex.ru Our rating is completed by one of the most discussed motherboards on the Internet. It is available, there is support for the old socket. In addition, we should not forget about the manufacturer - Intel boards are characterized by stable operation. Despite the price, there are high-quality components and excellent sound. The cable reaches anywhere and at the same time does not interfere with the video card and other parts. Also here are all device drivers and any documentation.

Component quality, reliability

Outdated platform

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The Best Intel Boards for a Work PC

Asus B250M-C PRO/CSM/C/SI – the best motherboard for working on the Internet

5

★★★★★

editorial assessment

90%

buyers recommend this product

The Asus B250M is suitable for installation in medium and compact cases, thanks to the micro-ATX form factor. This is one of the best motherboards for business - inexpensive, high-quality, supporting powerful processors (up to i7, 6 and 7 generations).

It has 2 PCI-E x16 expansion slots, one PCI-E x1, and 1 PCI. Moreover, it has an M2 speed slot. The presence of 12 USB ports, half of which are third generation, is definitely pleasing. The motherboard comes with a BIOS for the business series and the ASUS Remote Management Tool program.

Pros:

• Highest build quality.
• Availability of 12 USB slots.
• Several useful expansion slots.
• Set of business programs.
• 5X Protection III (protection against power outages, shocks, overheating).
• Powerful radiator.
• Good built-in sound system.
• Moderate cost (5800 rubles).

Minuses:

• Does not support SLI/CrossFire.
• Only 1 Ethernet port.

The Asus B250M is a great motherboard for work. Fast, convenient, easy to install and use, with a large number of USB ports. And the passive cooling system from Asus is one of the best.

MSI H310M PRO-VD PLUS – for office tasks

4.9

★★★★★

editorial assessment

89%

buyers recommend this product

Despite the fact that this motherboard is intended for ordinary work PCs, it has very impressive characteristics. The board works with 8th generation processors, supports DDR4 RAM up to 32 GB, and has 3 expansion slots: PCI-Ex16 and a couple of PCI-E x1, which are perfect for installing a high-quality SSD drive or for a separate sound card.

By the way, the board uses PCI-E Steel Armor slots, which protect video cards from electromagnetic interference and physical damage. And the X-Boost and Core Boost programs improve the power system and the speed of working with external drives. The motherboard itself is equipped with a passive cooling system.

Pros:

• Audioboost system for excellent sound.
• Sufficient number of expansion slots.
• Smart programs.
• High speed of data exchange with external drives.
• Cost 3300 rubles.

Minuses:

• Only 2 fan connectors.
• 2 aging PS/2 connectors could be replaced with USB.

Quite a decent motherboard, the main advantage of which is its low cost. And if you are not going to load it with heavy games or programs, then this model is just for you.

How to choose a motherboard

The motherboard is a very specific thing. You can't buy the first one you come across. Programmer Daniil Kosyagin told us how to choose the right component so important for a PC . He draws attention to the following features.

Compatibility

The motherboard will not work on a computer that it is not compatible with. Therefore, here, first of all, everything depends on the socket - it must be the same as that of the processor for installation to become possible. The socket is often updated, so for smooth operation it is better to take devices with the latest ones. There are two manufacturers of computer processors: AMD and Intel. There are the same number of sockets. The most modern ones from Intel are 1151, 1151-v2, 2066, from AMD - AM4, TR4. But you can’t keep track of time here; it’s better to check with the sellers - they can suggest newer options that suit you. And don’t forget to check the compatibility with the processor in its specifications before purchasing a board; such things are usually indicated.

Which company should you choose?

Nowadays, motherboards from several leading manufacturers enjoy great confidence in the market.:

• MSI is a brand that specializes in gaming computers and components for them, with an emphasis on overclocking and cooling the system;
• ASUS - reliable and stable components that last for years;
• GIGABYTE - motherboards with easy installation and friendly BIOS;
• ASRock has a wide range, many budget models.