Description
Intel Thunderbolt 3 Certified Motherboard
Powered by Intel's own Thunderbolt controller the new Thunderbolt™ 3 protocol, which is available over a USB Type-C™ connector on the back I/O of the GIGABYTE Z170X-Ultra Gaming, brings an unprecedented single-wire bandwidth of up to 40 Gb/s -- twice more than the previous generation of Thunderbolt! This incredible increase in bandwidth is also accompanied with support for different protocols such as Mini DisplayPort 1.2 and USB 3.1, which is backwards compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, opening up a world of new possibilities.
Daisy-chain Multiple Devices
Support for Mini DisplayPort 1.2 makes Thunderbolt™ 3 a must have for any enthusiast. The Z170X-Ultra Gaming is able to support a display in 4K resolution at 60 FPS. In addition, Thunderbolt™ 3 over USB Type-C™ has revolutionary industry-first features such as Power Delivery 2.0, and the ability to daisy-chain up to 6 devices thanks to the Z170X-Ultra Gaming's USB Type-C™ port.
Ambient Surround LED
Now offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their PC to represent their lifestyle. With a redesigned Ambient LED application, the user has complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.
Dual Hybrid Fan Headers
Precise PWM and Voltage Control for Water pumps or Fans Many of today’s modern computers feature water cooling to ensure that the CPU or graphics cards stay cool and quiet while they are put under heavy load. In order to provide the best support for water cooling solutions, GIGABYTE has equipped its Z170 motherboards with an additional water pump power header. This allows the user to have full control over two water pumps or fans. An additional benefit of these headers with GIGABYTE’s motherboards is the option to choose between voltage calibration or PWM modes.
Immersive VR Gaming Experience
- VR requires 30% more performance than Full HD graphics for a steady 60FPS or greater.
- Only Gaming PCs can provide the best VR experience.
To create a seamless VR experience GIGABYTE Motherboards offer the best features to make your virtual reality feel like your actual reality.
With technologies such as Thunderbolt™ 3 to transfer data and video, NVMe support via M.2 or U.2, and a one piece metal shielding to brace for heavier discrete graphics cards its obvious that GIGABYTE has the tools you need to start your journey in VR. To set the mood GIGABYTE Motherboards include Ambient Surround LED to put you in the center of action.
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Ambient surround LED
Offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their PC to represent their lifestyle. With a redesigned Ambient LED application, the user has complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard. -
Power and charge from USB Type-C with power delivery 2.0 support
Redesigned to take full advantage of all the features that USB Type-C can support, GIGABYTE's Z170 motherboards with Intel's USB 3.1 controller not only supports USB 2.0, 3.0, and 3.1, but also completely supports Power Delivery 2.0. This means users are able to get up to 100 watts through their Intel powered USB Type-C port. This opens the door for users looking to clean up their cable cutter and power or recharge their devices through this universal connector, the Type-C Port. -
2-way SLI/CrossFire multi-graphics
Multi-graphics configuration offers better graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution. -
Extreme performance with Gen.3 x4 NVMe PCIe SSDs
GIGABYTE's Z170 motherboards offers the industry's best compatibility in terms of NVMe storage for users who demand high capacity and seek the best performance. GIGABYTE's unique design supports up to three Intel 750 series NVMe PCIe SSDs which can be configured in RAID for record speeds of up to 3525 MB/s (Sequential Read), making GIGABYTE the obvious choice for the ultimate PC.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming - 1.0 - motherboard - ATX - LGA1151 Socket - Z170
- Product Type
- Motherboard - ATX
- Chipset Type
- Intel Z170
- Processor Socket
- 1 x LGA1151 Socket
- Compatible Processors
- Pentium, Celeron, Core i5, Core i3, Core i7
- Max RAM Size
- 64 GB
- RAM Supported
- 4 DIMM slots - DDR4, non-ECC, unbuffered
- Storage Ports
- 6 x SATA-600 (RAID), 2 x SATA Express port, 1 x M.2, 1 x U.2 port
- USB / FireWire Ports
- 1 x USB-C + 1 x USB 3.1 + 4 x USB 3.0 + 2 x USB 2.0 + (2 x USB 3.0 + 4 x USB 2.0 via headers)
- Max Allocated RAM Size
- 512 MB
- Audio
- HD Audio (8-channel)
- LAN
- Gigabit Ethernet
Detailed Specification
General
- Product Type
- Motherboard - ATX
- Chipset Type
- Intel Z170
- Processor Socket
- LGA1151 Socket
- Max Processors Qty
- 1
- Compatible Processors
- Pentium, Celeron, Core i5, Core i3, Core i7
Supported RAM
- Max Size
- 64 GB
- Technology
- DDR4
- Bus Clock
- 2133 MHz, 2800 MHz (O.C.), 2666 MHz (O.C.), 2400 MHz (O.C.), 3000 MHz (O.C.), 3200 MHz (O.C.), 3300 MHz (O.C.), 3400 MHz (O.C.), 3333 MHz (O.C.), 3466 MHz (O.C.), 3733 MHz (O.C.), 3600 MHz (O.C.), 3800 MHz (O.C.), 3666 MHz (O.C.), 3866 MHz (O.C.)
- Supported RAM Integrity Check
- Non-ECC
- Registered or Buffered
- Unbuffered
- Features
- Dual channel memory architecture, Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP)
Graphics
- Max Allocated RAM Size
- 512 MB
Audio
- Type
- HD Audio (8-channel)
- Audio Codec
- Realtek ALC892
- Compliant Standards
- High Definition Audio
LAN
- Network Interfaces
- Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots
- 1 x CPU , 4 x DIMM 288-pin , 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode (x8 mode if neighbour slot is occupied)) , 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode) , 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode) , 3 x PCIe 3.0 x1
- Storage Interfaces
- SATA-600 -connectors: 6 x 7pin SATA, 2 x SATA Express port - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5 , SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2, 1 x U.2
- RAID Features
- Intel Smart Response Technology
- Interfaces
- 1 x LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) , 1 x HDMI , 4 x USB 3.0 , 2 x Mini DisplayPort , 1 x audio line-out - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack , 1 x microphone - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack , 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse , 2 x USB 2.0 , 1 x Thunderbolt 3/USB-C , 1 x TOSLINK , 1 x USB 3.1
- Internal Interfaces
- 4 x USB 2.0 - header , 2 x USB 3.0 - header , 1 x audio - header , 1 x SPDIF out - header
- Power Connectors
- 24-pin main power connector, 8-pin ATX12V connector
Features
- BIOS Type
- AMI
- BIOS Features
- WfM 2.0 support, UEFI BIOS, SMBIOS 2.7 support, DMI 2.7 support, ACPI 5.0 support, Dual BIOS
- Hardware Monitoring
- CPU core temperature, chassis temperature, CPU fan tachometer, chassis fan tachometer, system voltage, CPU overheating protection, CPU core voltage
- Hardware Features
- Q-Flash, AutoGreen, Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) support, NVIDIA Quad SLI Technology Support, NVIDIA 2-way SLI Technology Support, Ultra Durable, AMD CrossFireX technology support, AMD Quad CrossFireX technology support, Easy RAID Installer, Audio Noise Guard with Path Lighting, GIGABYTE Smart Switch, Durable Black Solid Caps, Ultra Durable PCIe Metal Shielding, GIGABYTE Double Locking Bracket, Ultra Durable Memory Armor, Anti-Sulfur Design, Ambient Surround LED
Miscellaneous
- Software Included
- Norton Internet Security, @BIOS, EasyTune, Cloud Station, Xpress Install, GIGABYTE USB Blocker, GIGABYTE App Center, cFosSpeed, Smart TimeLock, GIGABYTE Fast Boot, GIGABYTE V-Tuner, GIGABYTE Smart Keyboard, GIGABYTE Smart Backup
- Compliant Standards
- Plug and Play, ACPI 5.0
- Width
- 30.5 cm
- Depth
- 24.4 cm
