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ATX motherboard with black PCB and red heatsinks, LGA 1366 socket, DDR3 slots, SATA ports

ASUS

ASUS Rampage III Formula LGA 1366 Intel X58 DDR3 24GB ATX Intel Motherboard

SKU CH-BGJ4-RTVGC

LGA 1366 ATX motherboard with Intel X58 chipset supporting up to 24GB DDR3 memory

  • CPU socketLGA 1366
  • ChipsetIntel X58
  • Max supported RAM24 GB
  • Supports up to 24 GB DDR3 memory capacity
  • LGA 1366 socket fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel X58 chipset provides platform foundation
  • ATX form factor fits standard desktop cases
  • Includes one SATA cable and I/O back panel

Platform foundation

The ASUS Rampage III Formula is an ATX motherboard built on the Intel X58 chipset for LGA 1366 processors. It targets enthusiasts assembling a high-end desktop around first-generation Core i7 CPUs. The board delivers the core logic and expansion layout expected from a premium platform of its era.

Memory capacity and headroom

Four DDR3 slots support up to 24GB of system memory, giving ample headroom for intensive multitasking and content creation workloads. Populating all slots reaches the chipset limit, so further upgrades would require a platform change. Builders planning very large memory arrays should note this ceiling.

Socket and chipset lock

The LGA 1366 socket paired with the X58 chipset defines the only processor family this board can accept. Compatibility is fixed to that specific generation; newer or older CPUs will not fit. Verify your processor matches this socket before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $145.99
Pricier than about 70% of the 2,965 comparable items (median $97.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameASUS Rampage III Formula
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1366
ChipsetIntel X58
Memory
Max supported RAM24 GB

Questions about this item

Will the LGA 1366 socket on this board work with the DDR3 memory I already have?

The board supports DDR3 up to a maximum of 24 GB, so existing DDR3 modules that fit that capacity can be used.

How can I verify the X58 chipset is functioning correctly after installation?

Enter the BIOS on first boot; the main screen will report the X58 chipset detected and show the installed memory total.

What accessories are included and what must I source separately?

The package contains the motherboard, one SATA cable and the rear I/O shield; CPU, memory, cooler and additional cables are not included.

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