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ATX motherboard with black PCB and silver heatsinks

ASUS

ASUS M5A97 PRO AMD 970 DDR3 32GB ATX Motherboard

SKU CH-JQAR-GQVVQ

ATX board with AMD 970 chipset and Socket AM3+ supporting up to 32GB DDR3 memory

  • CPU socketSocket AM3+
  • ChipsetAMD 970
  • Max supported RAM32 GB
  • Socket AM3+ supports AMD processors
  • AMD 970 chipset provides platform features
  • DDR3 memory up to 32GB capacity
  • ATX form factor fits standard cases
  • Includes SATA cable and I/O shield

ASUS M5A97 PRO AM3+ Motherboard

The ASUS M5A97 PRO is an ATX motherboard built on the AMD 970 chipset for Socket AM3+ processors. It supports DDR3 memory up to 32GB maximum capacity. The board uses a standard ATX form factor for typical desktop cases.

Who This Board Suits

This motherboard fits builders upgrading or repairing an existing AM3+ system that requires DDR3 memory. It is not suitable for newer AMD sockets such as AM4 or AM5, nor for Intel platforms. Buyers needing modern features or different memory generations should consider other options.

Deciding Specification: 32GB DDR3 Limit

The 32GB maximum memory capacity is the key figure that determines if this board meets your needs. If your workload requires more than 32GB of system memory, this motherboard will not be sufficient. Verify your memory requirements before purchasing.

How it compares

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Price $66.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 1,906 comparable items (median $224.49).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineASUS M5A97 PRO
Model nameASUS M5A97 PRO
Processor
CPU socketSocket AM3+
ChipsetAMD 970
Memory
Max supported RAM32 GB

Questions about this item

How do I install this Socket AM3+ board and which step do builders often skip?

Mount the ATX board with nine standoffs, fit the AM3+ processor, lock the lever, then attach the DDR3 modules and the supplied I/O shield before powering on.

What maintenance will this motherboard need later?

The included CMOS battery keeps BIOS settings; swap it when the clock resets after shutdown.

What limit appears first under sustained load on the AMD 970 chipset?

The chipset heatsink can saturate during long heavy I/O, so ensure case airflow reaches the 970 area.

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