The Best Motherboards 2024

1. ASUS - PRIME B450M-A II (AM4 Socket) USB 3.2 AMD Motherboard - Black

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 3rd gen AMD Ryzen processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, PRIME B450-A II provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

2. ASUS - ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING AM4 Socket USB 3.2 AMD Motherboard - Black

USB 2.0 interface; slim design; up to 8x DVD+R and DVD-R write speeds; up to 8x DVD+RW and DVD-RW rewrite speeds; up to 5x DVD-RAM; up to 16x CD-RW

ROG Strix B550 Gaming series motherboards offer a feature-set usually found in the higher-end ROG Strix X570 Gaming series, including the latest PCIe® 4.0. With robust power delivery and effective cooling, ROG Strix B550 Gaming is well-equipped to handle 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ CPUs

3. MSI - PRO Z690-A WIFI Socket LGA 1700 USB 3.2 Intel Motherboard - Black

7 drive bays (4 internal 2.5" / 3.5" and 3 internal 2.5"); fits ATX, micro ATX, mini ITX and Extended ATX motherboards; 1 front-mounted 200mm, 2 top 200mm and 1 rear 120mm fans; supports 120mm radiator in rear; supports 120/140/240/280/360mm radiator in top; supports 120/140/240/280mm radiator in front panel; swing-open side panel doors

PRO series helps users work smarter by delivering an efficient and productive experience. Featuring stable functionality and high-quality assembly, PRO series motherboards provide not only optimized professional workflows but also less troubleshooting and longevity. With more cores’ processors, thermal and power design is more important to make sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink with 7W/mK thermal pad ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed with MSI motherboards. World’s fastest SSDs can start to lower performance when getting hot. Part of the motherboards heatsink design, M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2 thermal solution to avoid this by offering the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance. MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically. Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water cooling solutions on the market. A dedicated water pump PIN header supports up to 2 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked ‘keep-out-zone’ allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit. 14 + 1 +1 POWER DESIGN Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 14 digital CPU power phases. Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, PRO series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work. MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. The XMP memory profile has great improvement on performance and efficiency for Z690 . Easy to enable XMP profile with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability. Core Boost technology combines MSI's premium layout and optimized power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Not only supporting multi-core CPU, also creating the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.

4. GIGABYTE - Z790 AORUS ELITE X WIFI7 (Socket LGA 1700) USB 3.2 Type-C Intel Motherboard - Black

Introducing AORUS Z790 X Motherboards, the most powerful platform, built for the next generation of Intel Core processors. With leading performance in DDR5 memory, upgraded DIY innovation, and an all-new BIOS, AORUS Z790 X Motherboards are built to unleash next-gen power.

5. GIGABYTE - B650 AORUS ELITE AX (Socket AM5) USB 3.2 Gen2 AMD Motherboard - Black

A new era is here. The B650 AORUS ELITE AX supports AM5 Processors and features and unparalleled performance. GIGABYTE B650 motherboards come with upgraded power design, high grade storage standards, and outstanding connectivity that enables you to optimize your performance.

6. ASUS - PRIME Z790-A WIFI (Socket LGA 1700) USB 3.2 Intel Motherboard

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 12th and 13th Generation Intel Core processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, PRIME Z790-A WIFI provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

7. ASUS - ROG STRIX B650E-F GAMING WIFI (Socket AM5) USB 3.2 AMD Motherboard

AMD’s latest 7000-series CPUs have arrived, and we launched a full family of X670E motherboards to accompany them. Featuring PCIe 5.0 connectivity and across-the-board DDR5 support.

8. MSI - PRO Z690-A DDR4 Socket LGA 1700 USB 3.2 Intel Motherboard - Black

7 drive bays (4 internal 2.5" / 3.5" and 3 internal 2.5"); fits ATX, micro ATX, mini ITX and Extended ATX motherboards; 1 front-mounted 200mm, 2 top 200mm and 1 rear 120mm fans; supports 120mm radiator in rear; supports 120/140/240/280/360mm radiator in top; supports 120/140/240/280mm radiator in front panel; swing-open side panel doors

PRO series helps users work smarter by delivering an efficient and productive experience. Featuring stable functionality and high-quality assembly, PRO series motherboards provide not only optimized professional workflows but also less troubleshooting and longevity. With more cores’ processors, thermal and power design is more important to make sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink with 7W/mK thermal pad ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed with MSI motherboards. World’s fastest SSDs can start to lower performance when getting hot. Part of the motherboards heatsink design, M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2 thermal solution to avoid this by offering the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance. MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically. Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water cooling solutions on the market. A dedicated water pump PIN header supports up to 2 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked ‘keep-out-zone’ allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit. 14 + 1 +1 POWER DESIGN Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 14 digital CPU power phases. Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, PRO series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work. MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. The XMP memory profile has great improvement on performance and efficiency for Z690 . Easy to enable XMP profile with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability. Core Boost technology combines MSI's premium layout and optimized power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Not only supporting multi-core CPU, also creating the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.

9. GIGABYTE - Z790 AORUS PRO X (Socket LGA 1700) USB 3.2 Type-C Wi-Fi 7 Intel Motherboard - White

GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS PRO X LGA 1700(14th,13th,12th Gen) Intel Z790 X ATX Motherboard with DDR5, 5* M.2, PCIe 5.0, USB 3.2 Type-C, Wi-Fi 7, 5GbE LAN, Q-Flash Plus, EZ-Latch Plus

Introducing AORUS Z790 X Motherboards, the most powerful platform, built for the next generation of Intel Core processors. With leading performance in DDR5 memory, upgraded DIY innovation, and an all-new BIOS, AORUS Z790 X Motherboards are built to unleash next-gen power.

10. GIGABYTE - X670 AORUS ELITE AX (Socket AM5) USB 3.2 Gen2 AMD Motherboard - Black

A new era is here. The X670 AORUS ELITE AX supports AM5 Processors and features and unparalleled performance. GIGABYTE X670 motherboards come with upgraded power design, high grade storage standards, and outstanding connectivity that enables you to optimize your performance.