GA-B860-DS3H specification sheet

Overview:

Gigabyte B860 DS3H Intel Core Ultra Motherboard for High-Performance PCs
Unlock the full potential of your Intel Core Ultra processors with the Gigabyte B860 DS3H motherboard. Designed for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, this ATX motherboard delivers ultra-fast memory, advanced connectivity, and durable performance to handle the most demanding workloads.

Description:

The B860 DS3H motherboard supports Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, offering DDR5 memory overclocking up to 9066 MT/s. It features PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 slots, dual M.2 connectors, and a 2.5GbE LAN port for lightning-fast data transfer. AI-powered overclocking, intuitive BIOS tools, and easy-to-use EZ-Latch designs make building and customizing your PC seamless. With advanced thermal management, Hi-Fi audio, and extensive connectivity options, this motherboard is engineered for performance, reliability, and future-proofing.

Features:

Enhanced Memory Performance
Maximize your system's memory capabilities with D5 Bionic Corsa technology. This motherboard enhances DDR5 memory performance and ensures compatibility across a wide range of modules. AI-driven memory overclocking delivers optimal speed and stability for gaming and professional applications.

AI-Powered Optimization

• AORUS AI Snatch automatically adjusts settings for peak performance
• AI-driven PCB design enhances motherboard signal integrity
• HyperTune BIOS provides advanced AI optimization for CPU and memory

Reliable and Durable Design

• Hybrid 8+1+2 VRM design with premium components ensures stable power delivery
• 6-layer PCB and mid-loss design enhance overall system efficiency
• Full-metal thermal solutions, M.2 Thermal Guard, and durable heatsinks prevent throttling under heavy workloads

High-Speed Connectivity

• Dual M.2 slots supporting PCIe 5.0 x4 and PCIe 4.0 x4 for ultra-fast storage
• 2.5GbE LAN for lag-free online gaming and rapid data transfer
• Multiple USB ports including USB Type-C with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
• HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for flexible multi-display setups

Easy Assembly and User-Friendly Tools

• EZ-Latch PCIe x16 slot for tool-free graphics card installation
• M.2 EZ-Latch Plus allows screwless installation of M.2 SSDs
• EZ Debug Zone provides centralized LEDs and buttons for efficient troubleshooting
• UC BIOS offers a user-friendly interface with customizable profiles and Auto Scan for easy BIOS updates

Superior Audio Experience
High-end audio capacitors and Audio Noise Guard deliver clear, immersive sound for gaming, streaming, and multimedia applications.

Software and Personalization

• GIGABYTE Control Center unifies system monitoring and customization
• RGB Fusion allows full control of motherboard and peripheral lighting
• Co-branded AORUS & HWiNFO OSD for real-time monitoring and system performance analysis

Key Advantages at a Glance:

• Supports Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors
• 8+1+2 Hybrid VRM for stable power delivery
• D5 Bionic Corsa for high-speed DDR5 memory performance
• AI PerfDrive BIOS presets for optimized performance
• EZ-Latch PCIe slot for easy GPU installation
• Dual M.2 slots with thermal guard to prevent throttling
• Ultra-fast 2.5GbE LAN for gaming and professional tasks
• Multiple USB Type-C and Type-A ports with fast data transfer
• HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for flexible display setups

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	GA-B860-DS3H
CPU	LGA1851 socket: Support for Intel Core Ultra Processors
	L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset	Intel B860 Express Chipset
Memory	Support for DDR5 9066(O.C)/8800(O.C) /8600(O.C) / 8400(O.C) /8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) / 6400 / 5600 MT/s memory modules
	4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
	Dual channel memory architecture
	Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
	Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
	Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
	(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" on GIGABYTE's website for more information.)
Onboard Graphics	Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:
	- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz
	* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.
	- 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 3840x2160@144 Hz
	* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version.
	(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Audio	Realtek Audio CODEC
	High Definition Audio
	2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
	* You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.
	Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN	Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Expansion Slots	CPU:
	- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)
	* The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
	Chipset:
	- 4 x PCI Express x16 slots, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1_1~PCIEX1_4)
Storage Interface	CPU:
	- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)
	Chipset:
	- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB)
	- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
USB	Chipset:
	- 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
	- 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support, available through the internal USB header
	- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panel
	- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header
	- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panel
	Chipset+USB 2.0 Hub:
	- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal I/O Connectors	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
	1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
	1 x CPU fan header
	1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
	2 x system fan headers
	2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers
	3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
	1 x RGB LED strip header
	2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
	4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	1 x front panel header
	1 x front panel audio header
	1 x S/PDIF Out header
	1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support
	1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
	1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)
	1 x serial port header
	1 x Q-Flash Plus button
	1 x reset jumper
	1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel Connectors	1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
	1 x HDMI port
	1 x DisplayPort
	1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
	1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red)
	4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	1 x RJ-45 port
	2 x antenna connectors (2T2R)
	3 x audio jacks
	* Actual support may vary by CPU.
I/O Controller	iTE I/O Controller Chip
H/W Monitoring	Voltage detection
	Temperature detection
	Fan speed detection
	Water cooling flow rate detection
	Fan fail warning
	Fan speed control
	* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
BIOS	1 x 256 Mbit flash
	Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
	PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features	Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
	* Available applications in GCC may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
	Support for Q-Flash
	Support for Q-Flash Plus
	Support for Smart Backup
Bundled Software	Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
	LAN bandwidth management software
Operating System	Support for Windows 11 64-bit
	Support for Windows 10 64-bit
	* The Intel NPU driver is only supported on Windows 11.
Form Factor	ATX Form Factor , 30.5cm x 24.4cm