GIGABYTE
Gigabyte B850 Eagle ICE AM5 ATX DDR5 Motherboard
The Gigabyte B850 Eagle ICE is an AMD Socket AM5 motherboard built for Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series processors. It combines DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, and thermal management features in a full-size ATX form factor. This board suits builders who want modern platform features without premium pricing.
Why this product
PCIe 5.0 for GPU and storage
One M.2 slot runs PCIe 5.0 x4 for the fastest NVMe drives, and the primary GPU slot supports PCIe 5.0 x16 on Ryzen 9000 and 7000 series chips.
DDR5 with AMD EXPO support
Four DIMM slots handle DDR5 up to 8200 MT/s (overclocked), with native AMD EXPO memory profile detection for plug-and-play performance tuning.
Quick-release M.2 and PCIe design
EZ-Latch Plus removes the need for screws when installing drives or graphics cards, and EZ-Latch Click secures M.2 heatsinks without tools.
Thermal armor for VRM and storage
VRM Thermal Armor Advanced and M.2 Thermal Guard keep power delivery and NVMe drives cool under sustained load.
Dual network and USB 3.2 Gen 2
2.5GbE LAN, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, and one USB Type-C Gen 1 port provide modern I/O for gaming and content work.
- SocketAMD AM5
- ChipsetAMD B850
- Form FactorATX
- Memory SupportDDR5 up to 8200 MT/s (O.C.)
- Memory Slots4 x DIMM (Dual Channel)
- M.2 Slots3 (1x PCIe 5.0, 2x PCIe 4.0)
- PCIe Slots2 (1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16)
- SKUGIG-1808
- EAN4719331871680
- Supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series processors in Socket AM5.
- Accepts any DDR5 DIMM; AMD EXPO profiles optimize compatible memory automatically.
- Standard ATX mounting fits any mid-tower or full-tower case.
- Includes one 24-pin ATX and one 8-pin + one 4-pin CPU power connectors for compatibility with modern PSUs.
- PCIe 5.0 x16 mode requires Ryzen 9000 or 7000 series; Ryzen 8000 series runs x8 or x4 mode depending on variant.
Best for
- Ryzen 7000 and 9000 builders seeking PCIe 5.0 GPU and NVMe support.
- Overclocking enthusiasts who want a 8+2+2 phase VRM with thermal protection.
- Content creators who need three M.2 slots and dual network options.
- Users who prefer screwless installation and easy BIOS updates via Q-Flash Plus.
- Ryzen 8000 series (Phoenix) builders on a budget who don't need the highest PCIe tier.
Trade-offs
- Builds requiring more than four memory DIMM slots—this board maxes out at 4 slots.
- Intel CPU builds; Socket AM5 is AMD-only.
- Compact builds requiring Mini-ITX or Micro-ATX form factors.
- Ryzen 8000-Phoenix users who need full PCIe 5.0 x16 GPU support—these chips max out at x8.
- Workloads needing more than four SATA storage connections—the board has only four SATA ports.
AMD Socket AM5 : Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Processors
Digital 8+2+2 phases VRM solution
Dual Channel DDR5 : 4*DIMMs with AMD EXPO™ Memory Module Support
EZ-Latch Plus : PCIe and M.2 slots with Quick Release & Screwless Design
EZ-Latch Click : M.2 heatsinks with screwless design
Friendly UI: Multi-Theme, AIO Fan Control, and Q-Flash Auto Scan in BIOS and SW
Ultra-Fast Storage : 3*M.2 slots, including PCIe 5.0 x4
Efficient Thermal : VRM Thermal Armor Advanced & M.2 Thermal Guard
PCIe UD Slot : PCIe 5.0 x16 slots with 10X strength for graphics card & Better Heat dissipation effect
Download the motherboard's BIOS file, rename it to 'gigabyte.bin', and store it on a FAT32-formatted USB drive. Insert the drive into the Q-FLASH PLUS USB port. Press the Q-FLASH PLUS button to trigger automatic BIOS updating.
Experience ultimate connectivity with next-generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi solutions, delivering lightning-fast data transfer speeds.
These high quality capacitors help deliver high resolution and high fidelity audio to provide the most realistic sound effects.
General
| Brand | Gigabyte |
|---|
Processor Support
| CPU Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
|---|---|
| Supported Processors | AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series |
Memory & Storage
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR5 DIMM (Dual Channel) |
|---|---|
| Memory Speed Support | DDR5-4400 through DDR5-8200 MT/s (overclocked) |
| AMD EXPO Support | Yes |
| M.2 Sockets | 3 x M.2 Socket 3 (1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 2x PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| SATA Ports | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
Expansion & Connectivity
| PCIe GPU Slots | 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU, Ryzen 9000/7000); 1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 (chipset) |
|---|---|
| PCIe Gen 8000 Support | Ryzen 8000-Phoenix 1: x8 mode; Phoenix 2: x4 mode |
| LAN | 1x 2.5GbE (RJ-45) |
| Rear USB | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB Type-C Gen 1, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 4x USB 2.0 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
Power & Thermal
| VRM Phases | 8+2+2 Digital phases |
|---|---|
| VRM Thermal Protection | VRM Thermal Armor Advanced |
| M.2 Thermal Guard | Yes |
| CPU Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin + 1x 4-pin ATX 12V |
| Main Power Connector | 1x 24-pin ATX |
| Fan Headers | 1x CPU, 1x CPU/pump, 3x system, 1x system/pump |
BIOS & Features
| BIOS Updates | Q-Flash, Q-Flash Plus (USB), Smart Backup |
|---|---|
| M.2 Installation | EZ-Latch Plus (screwless) |
| M.2 Heatsink | EZ-Latch Click (screwless) |
| PCIe Slot Strength | 10X strength on GPU slot |
| CMOS Clear | Clear CMOS jumper and reset button |
Shipping
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Returns
- Tech Syndicate offers a full money-back guarantee on all purchases made in our store. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will provide a full refund, no questions asked.
- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.