GIGABYTE B860I AORUS PRO ICE
GIGABYTE B860I AORUS PRO ICE
GIGABYTE B860I AORUS PRO ICE is a compact Mini-ITX motherboard designed for Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors with an LGA 1851 socket. It offers support for the PCI Express 5.0 interface, high-speed DDR5 memory, and a stable power architecture for reliable operation. The design is tailored for effective cooling in smaller cases and, thanks to integrated wired and wireless connectivity, lets you build a full-featured system even in a compact format. It also offers plenty of expansion options for connecting modern storage, peripherals, and graphics cards.
Intel B860
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
mITX (Mini ITX)
Format
DDR5
Memory type
2×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the GIGABYTE B860I AORUS PRO ICE motherboard
- Designed to support Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors
- 8+1+2 phase digital VRM design with 80A DrMOS
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with steel-reinforced cover
- 2× M.2 slot (1× Gen5, 1× Gen4)
- DDR5 up to 9200MHz (OC)
- AI Overclocking and HyperTune BIOS
- Smart Fan 6 and M.2 Thermal Guard
- Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE LAN, Thunderbolt 4
- Hi-Fi sound card with isolated PCB
- EZ-Latch system for easy assembly
Performance and artificial intelligence
The board features an 8+1+2 phase digital VRM power delivery with 80A DrMOS and a 10-layer PCB, ensuring a stable power supply even when overclocking. AI Overclocking and AI SNATCH Engine technologies enable automatic tuning of CPU and memory performance using machine learning models. This simplifies the entire overclocking process, and with a single click, you can achieve the optimal combination of performance, temperatures, and stability. The result is up to 7% higher memory and 5% higher CPU performance without needing any manual intervention.
Memory and tuning
Support for two DDR5 slots with overclocking potential up to 9200MHz (OC) provides room for future upgrades and maximum throughput. The DDR5 XMP Booster and HyperTune BIOS functions optimise timing and voltage, ensuring consistent performance without complex setup. The board also has an XMP 3.0 User Profile for saving custom memory profiles, which you can easily share or restore with a single click.
Cooling and construction
The advanced cooling system includes Smart Fan 6, metal heatsinks with high thermal conductivity, and an integrated M.2 Thermal Guard to prevent SSD overheating. The all-metal VRM heatsink with its multi-channel structure improves airflow and heat dissipation. The board supports fan control via the BIOS, lets you create custom fan curves, and offers a Fan Stop function for silent operation.
Connectivity and features
Modern connectivity includes Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE LAN, and the latest USB interfaces. Thunderbolt technology provides transfer speeds of up to 40Gb/s and support for 4K output, while Wi-Fi 7 minimises latency and delivers a fast, stable connection even for demanding VR applications. There are also premium audio components with a separate analogue circuit for clean sound and high-quality Hi-Fi grade capacitors. For easy assembly, there are EZ-Latch Plus, Q-Flash Plus, and clear debug zones with LED indication.
Port layout
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 2
- Number of M.2: 2
- M.2 Slot 1 – M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot 2 – M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 1
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 1
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 3
- Rear USB4: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 2.1
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt
Audio
- Number of channels: 8
- Rear connectors: Jack, Optical S/PDIF
Other
- Network: RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps
- Thunderbolt: 1×
- Power: 24-pin, 8-pin
- Internal connectors: ARGB LED header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 header, TPM header, Serial ATA III, M.2 PCIe 5.0, M.2 PCIe 4.0
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it's important to pay close attention to the socket type, form factor and chipset. These are the most crucial parameters, ensuring the board is compatible with the processor, expansion cards and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the other connectors dictate the selection of further components for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | AGb860a2 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
| Links: | Producer's Website: |
| Manufacturer information |
SIL Servis Partner a.s., Těšínská 1970/56, 710 00 Slezská Ostrava, Czech Republic, +420 552 301 141, [email protected] Gigabyte, founded in 1986, is an irreplaceable player in the field of computer components. They put great emphasis on key technologies and the strictest quality standards. The company produces a wide range of basic computer components such as motherboards and graphics cards, but also have many computer peripherals, laptops, tablets, desktops and even network solutions and servers on offer. Recently they also introduced a line of Gigabyte mobile phones. 
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