Quick Summary
The H81 Gaming Motherboard is a Micro ATX desktop PC motherboard with 6Gb/s storage support and an LGA 1150 socket. It includes multiple storage, expansion and rear I/O connections, so it suits buyers looking for a board with a defined mix of legacy and faster connection options.
The board includes 2 2.0 ports, 1 3.0 port, 1 PCI Express x16 slot, 1 PCI Express x1 slot and 1 M.2 slot supporting NVMe and NGFF interfaces. It also provides USB, video, network and audio connections on the rear panel.
Who It Is Best For
This motherboard is for a desktop PC build that needs an H81 Micro ATX board with LGA 1150 processor support and DDR3 memory support. It is also a fit for buyers who want M.2 storage support alongside standard SATA connections and a set of common rear ports.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | H81 gaming motherboard for a desktop PC, in Micro ATX format. |
| Socket | LGA 1150, so the processor choice needs to match this socket. |
| Processor support | Supports 4th generation Core i3, i5 and i7, Xeon E3 V3, Celeron G series and Pentium G series processors. |
| Memory | Two 240 pin DDR3 SDRAM slots with support for 1066, 1333 and 1600MHz and up to 16GB. |
| Storage ports | 2 2.0 ports, 1 3.0 port and a high speed M.2 interface with NVMe and NGFF support. |
| Expansion slots | 1 PCI Express x16 slot and 1 PCI Express x1 slot. |
| Rear I/O | 4 USB 2.0 ports, 2 USB 3.0 ports, VGA, HD Multimedia Interface compatible interface, RJ45 and a 3 in 1 sound interface. |
| Board construction | 8 layer PCB material is stated. |
Why Buyers Choose It
- Dual DDR3 memory slots with up to 16GB support give a clear limit to check before planning a build.
- The M.2 slot supports NVMe and NGFF interfaces, which broadens the storage setup options.
- USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, plus VGA, HD Multimedia Interface compatible interface, RJ45 and audio connections, cover a wide range of desktop connections.
- The stated 8 layer PCB construction is a product detail buyers may want to note when comparing board construction.
What To Know Before You Buy
Check that your processor is compatible with the LGA 1150 socket and the stated supported CPU families before ordering. Confirm that your memory plan suits the two DDR3 slots and the 16GB maximum capacity. If you want to use the M.2 slot, make sure your storage choice matches the NVMe or NGFF support and review the available port layout against your desktop case and devices.
Common Buyer Questions
What memory does this motherboard use?
It uses two 240 pin DDR3 SDRAM slots and supports 1066, 1333 and 1600MHz memory.
How much memory can it take?
The stated maximum capacity is 16GB.
Which processors are supported?
It supports 4th generation Core i3, i5 and i7 processors, plus Xeon E3 V3, Celeron G series and Pentium G series processors for the LGA 1150 socket.
What rear connections are included?
It has 4 USB 2.0 ports, 2 USB 3.0 ports, VGA, an HD Multimedia Interface compatible interface, RJ45 and a 3 in 1 sound interface.
Final Buying View
This H81 Micro ATX motherboard is a good match if you need an LGA 1150 desktop board with DDR3 support, M.2 storage connectivity and a broad set of rear ports. Review socket, memory and storage compatibility carefully before choosing it for your build.
