GIGABYTE H610M H V2 DDR4 Intel Motherboard

Product Description

Features of the GIGABYTE H610M H V2 Intel Motherboard

The GIGABYTE H610M H V2 is a micro ATX motherboard designed for Intel’s 12th and 13th Gen Core™ processors. It offers advanced power management, robust cooling options, and high-speed connectivity for both home and gaming systems. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:

Processor and Chipset Support

• LGA1700 Socket: Supports 13th Gen and 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors, along with Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors.
• Intel® H610 Chipset: The motherboard is equipped with Intel’s H610 chipset, designed to offer reliable performance and connectivity for mainstream builds.

Power and Cooling Features

• 6+1+1 Hybrid Digital VRM Design:
  • Provides efficient power delivery for stable system performance, especially under heavy workloads.
  • 6+1+1 Phases ensure cleaner power, better thermal performance, and system stability.
• Solid Pin CPU Power Connector:
  • The 8-pin solid pin connector offers a more stable power supply, ideal for high-performance CPUs, with larger contact areas to handle higher currents.
• Smart Fan 6:
  • Offers multiple temperature sensors across the board, allowing users to adjust fan curves for optimal cooling.
  • Supports PWM/DC fan and water cooling pumps, with fan stop functionality to reduce noise when idle.
  • Fan Stop: Fans will stop completely when the system is below the user-specified temperature threshold, ideal for noise-sensitive users.
• High Current Support:
  • Fan headers support up to 24W of power with over-current protection, allowing users to run multiple fans or pumps without concern for overload.

Memory and Storage Support

• Dual-Channel DDR4 Memory:
  • Supports DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2666/2400/2133 memory speeds.
  • Up to 64GB of system memory, with 32GB per DIMM.
  • Supports XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) for automatic overclocking of compatible memory.
• NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 Slot:
  • Equipped with an M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 slot for ultra-fast NVMe SSDs, allowing data transfer speeds of up to 32Gbps.
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Ports:
  • Provides additional storage options with traditional hard drives or SATA SSDs.

Connectivity and Expansion

• Realtek® GbE LAN:
  • Offers a 1Gbps Ethernet connection with Bandwidth Management for network optimization and better latency during gaming or heavy workloads.
• USB Ports:
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 rear + 2 internal via header).
  • 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 rear + 2 internal via header).
  • Supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 for faster data transfer and connectivity.
• PCIe Slots:
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot supporting PCIe 4.0 for graphics cards or high-speed expansion cards.
  • 1 x PCIe x1 slot for additional expansion cards.
• Video Outputs:
  • 1 x D-Sub (up to 1920×1200@60Hz).
  • 1 x HDMI (up to 4096×2160@60Hz, supports HDMI 2.1).

Audio Features

• Realtek® Audio CODEC:
  • Supports 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel high-definition audio, providing clear, immersive sound.
  • High-Quality Audio Capacitors: Ensures high-resolution, high-fidelity sound for gaming and multimedia.
  • Audio Noise Guard: Isolates sensitive audio components from noise, preventing interference for cleaner sound.

Additional Features

• Anti-Sulfur Resistors:
  • Designed to prevent sulfurization caused by airborne compounds, which can damage resistors and cause motherboard failure. This extends the lifespan of the motherboard, especially in humid environments.
• Hybrid Cores Optimization:
  • Optimizes the performance of Intel’s new Hybrid architecture, allowing users to adjust P-Core (performance core) and E-Core (efficiency core) activation and voltage policies for optimal system performance and power efficiency.
• BIOS and Firmware:
  • UEFI BIOS: Offers an easy-to-use graphical interface, allowing users to fine-tune system settings, overclocking, and more.
  • Q-Flash: A simple tool for updating BIOS without needing an OS.
  • Xpress Install: Installs the necessary drivers and utilities automatically after a fresh OS install.
• GIGABYTE APP Center:
  • A centralized portal for managing all GIGABYTE utilities, including EasyTune™ for overclocking and System Information Viewer for monitoring your system’s health.

GIGABYTE H610M H V2 Specifications

Summary

The GIGABYTE H610M H V2 motherboard is an excellent choice for users looking for a solid, budget-friendly base for a 12th/13th Gen Intel® system. It offers a balanced set of features, including advanced cooling options, solid power delivery, high-speed storage, and great connectivity. It is particularly well-suited for gaming, productivity, and multimedia applications, making it a versatile choice for mainstream and gaming builds.

With Smart Fan 6, Hybrid Core optimization, and high-quality audio features, it caters to users looking for a reliable, efficient, and durable motherboard for their Intel systems.