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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE GB-BEi3-1220-BWUS Core i3-1220P barebone mini PC

SKU CH-41EQ-YHDR3 MPN GB-BEi3-1220-BWUS

Barebone mini PC with a 1.50 GHz Core i3-1220P, four DDR4 3200 SO-DIMM slots for up to 64 GB, 2.5 Gbps LAN, WIFI6E, Bluetooth 5.2, dual HDMI, Mini DisplayPort and USB 4.0 with Thunderbolt 4 support

  • ProcessorIntel Core i3-1220P 1.5 GHz
  • RAM slots4 × 260Pin SO-DIMM
  • Supported memoryDDR4 3200
  • Maximum supported memory64 GB
  • SATA ports1 x SATA 6.0Gb/s
  • M.2 slots1 x PCI-e Gen4 × 4 /SATA M.2 2280 slot 1 x PCIe M.2 NGFF 223
  • 12th Gen Intel Core i3-1220P at 1.50 GHz for responsive everyday computing
  • Four DDR4 3200 SO-DIMM slots expand memory up to 64 GB for smooth multitasking
  • PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 plus SATA 6.0 Gb/s bay for fast storage flexibility
  • 5 Gbps LAN plus WIFI6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for high-speed wired and wireless connectivity
  • USB 4.0 with Thunderbolt 4 support plus HDMI 2.1 and Mini DisplayPort for versatile display options

Barebone with Core i3-1220P

The GIGABYTE GB-BEi3-1220-BWUS is a compact barebone mini PC built around an Intel Core i3-1220P processor running at 1.50GHz. It arrives in a black chassis measuring 5.30 by 5.40 by 1.90 inches and includes a 135W power adapter. The platform targets system builders who want to choose their own memory and storage for a small-footprint desktop.

For DIY builders needing flexible I/O

This unit suits integrators who require 2.5Gbps LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, dual HDMI outputs, a Mini DisplayPort and a USB4 port with Thunderbolt 4 support. It also provides one SATA 6.0Gb/s connector and four SO-DIMM slots. Buyers who need more than one 2.5GbE port, more than four memory slots, or legacy COM ports should look elsewhere.

Four DDR4 SO-DIMM slots up to 64GB

The board accepts four 260-pin DDR4 3200 modules for a maximum of 64GB of system memory. This capacity ceiling is the key specification that determines whether the platform can handle the intended workload. Builders planning heavier multitasking must verify that 64GB meets their requirements before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $140.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Model nameGB-BEi3-1220-BWUS
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i3-1220P 1.5 GHz
Memory
RAM slots4 × 260Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR4 3200
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Storage
SATA ports1 x SATA 6.0Gb/s
M.2 slots1 x PCI-e Gen4 × 4 /SATA M.2 2280 slot
1 x PCIe M.2 NGFF 2230 A-E key slot occupied by the WiFi+BT card
Audio & video
Built-in audioRealtek ALC897
Connectivity
LAN connectionIntel i225 V
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardIntel WIFI6E
Bluetooth support5.2
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2 type C (Gen2)
3 x USB 3.2 type A (Gen2)
Front audio jacks1 x Head Phone jack with MIC
HDMI ports1 x HDMI (2.1)
1 x HDMI (2.0b)
DisplayPort connectors1 x Mini DisplayPort
Rear USB ports1 x USB 4.0 (Support Intel Thunderbolt 4) w/ DP alt mode
2 x USB 2.0 type A
Ethernet port1
Power
Power supplyInput: AC 100-240 V
Output: DC 19.5 V / 6.92A, 135 W
Size & build
Product dimensions5.3 in × 5.4 in × 1.9 in

Questions about this item

How do I install RAM and storage in the barebone, and which step is often missed?

Open the chassis, insert up to 64GB of DDR4 3200 SO-DIMMs into the four 260-pin slots, add a SATA 6.0Gb/s drive or a PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 drive, then secure the M.2 screw — the screw is the step most people forget.

What parts will need replacement or maintenance later?

The CMOS battery on the motherboard will eventually need swapping; the pre-installed Intel WIFI6E and Bluetooth 5.2 module in the M.2 2230 slot can be upgraded if a newer wireless standard arrives; internal fan dust should be cleared periodically.

What thermal or power limit appears first during sustained heavy loads?

The 135W DC power adapter (19.5V / 6.92A) caps total system draw, so the CPU will throttle before the cooling solution reaches its maximum capacity.

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