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Micro ATX motherboard, green PCB with black components, LGA1150 socket visible

GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE GA-H81M-DS2 rev.1.0 Intel motherboard

SKU CH-V7KG-73WWF

Micro-ATX board for 4th-generation Core i5 or i7 processors using LGA1150 socket and DDR3 memory

  • Processor4th-generation Core i5, i7 (LGA1150)
  • Supports 4th-generation Core i5 and i7 processors
  • H81 chipset for LGA1150 socket compatibility
  • DDR3 memory support for system builds
  • Micro ATX form factor fits compact cases
  • Revision 1.0 board in Grade A condition

Intel H81 Micro ATX Motherboard

This GIGABYTE GA-H81M-DS2 rev. 1.0 board uses the Intel H81 chipset and an LGA1150 socket for 4th-generation Core i5 and i7 processors. It accepts DDR3 memory in a compact Micro ATX form factor. The unit is sold as the bare board only.

Builders replacing a failed LGA1150 board

The board suits repair jobs or budget builds that must stay on the LGA1150 platform and DDR3 memory. Buyers who need a newer CPU socket or a different memory type must choose a different platform. No I/O shield, cables or manuals are included in the package.

LGA1150 socket for 4th-generation Core i5 and i7

The socket determines which processors fit the board. This model supports 4th-generation Core i5 and i7 CPUs in the LGA1150 package. Match your processor to this socket before ordering.

How it compares

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Price $41.99
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Specifications

Processor
Processor4th-generation Core i5, i7 (LGA1150)

Questions about this item

Should I pick the rev. 1.0 board or a different revision for my LGA1150 build?

The rev. 1.0 model is the version supplied; it fits the LGA1150 socket and H81 chipset, so choose it when your parts list calls for this exact revision.

What does the H81 chipset mean for everyday performance once the board is installed?

The H81 chipset provides the core logic for 4th-generation Core i5 and i7 processors, handling CPU, memory and I/O communication in a Micro ATX form factor.

Which memory standard does the DDR3 interface on this board actually cap in practice?

The board uses DDR3 SDRAM slots; the memory controller on the 4th-generation Core i5 or i7 processor sets the maximum supported speed and capacity.

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