* Socket: LGA 1150 (Supports 4th Gen Intel Haswell processors).
* Chipset: Intel H81.
* Memory: 2x DDR3 DIMM slots (Dual Channel), Max 16GB, 1600/1333/1066 MHz.
* Expansion Slots: 1x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2x PCIe 2.0 x1, 1x PCI.
* Storage: 2x SATA 6Gb/s ports (yellow), 2x SATA 3Gb/s ports (dark brown).
* USB: 2x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (back panel), 8x USB 2.0/1.1 ports.
* Video Output: Integrated Graphics Processor (DVI-D and VGA).
Form Factor: MicroATX (24.4cm x 17.8cm).
* Special Features: ESD Guards, USB 3.0 Boost, CrashFree BIOS 3, UEFI BIOS.
Compatibility & Support
* CPU: Supports 4th Generation Intel Processors.
* OS: Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit/32-bit).
Common Desktop i5 4th Gen Specs:
* Cores/Threads: 4 / 4
* Architecture: Haswell 22nm
* Socket: LGA 1150
* Base Frequency: ~3.0 GHz – 3.5 GHz
* Boost Frequency: ~3.3 GHz – 3.9 GHz
* Cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
* Memory Support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L
* Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 4600
* TDP: 84W (Desktop), 35W/45W (Laptop/Low power)
Key Features:
* PCIe Version: Gen 3.0
* Instruction Set: 64-bit with AVX 2.0
* Graphics Support: 3 displays, Quick Sync Video
Performance & Use Case:
* Gaming: Suitable for older, less demanding, or competitive games at low-mid settings, especially when paired with a decent GPU like a GTX 1060 or 1650.
