Motherboard Review and Testing Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4

In our review we will look at the motherboard Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4. We will examine the main features and capabilities of this motherboard, as well as conduct performance tests in several popular games.

We express our gratitude to the Telemart store for providing the motherboard for testing.

This subsection of our review identifies the main aspects Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4, such as appearance and hardware configuration.

 

Gigabyte – one of the world's leading manufacturers of computer components, founded in 1986 in Taiwan. From the very beginning, the company has paid special attention to the production of motherboards, which are the cornerstone for building stable and productive computer systems.

 

Gigabyte GA-286

In 1986 year Gigabyte begins its activity with the production of motherboards based on Intel 80286 chipsets. At this time, the company produces such models as Gigabyte GA-286 This motherboard is designed for desktop computers and supports 16-bit Intel 286 processors.

In 1990 year Gigabyte releases motherboard Gigabyte GA-386, based on the Intel 80386 chipset. This board supports 32-bit Intel 386 processors and provides improved performance over previous models.

GA-586ATX

In the mid-90s, the company became one of the first manufacturers to introduce motherboards with support for AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port), a new standard for video cards. In 1996, Gigabyte releases the GA-586ATX model, one of the first motherboards based on the Intel 440FX chipset, with support for AGP and Pentium processors with Socket 7 connector.

In 1998 year Gigabyte introduces support for new USB technologies and the first versions of SATA into its motherboards. During this period, the company releases the GA-6BXC, based on the Intel 440BX chipset with support for Pentium II and Pentium III processors.

GA-8IPE1000-G

At the beginning of the 2000's Gigabyte introduces motherboards with support for new technologies such as PCI Express and DDR2 SDRAM. One of the first boards to support these technologies was the GA-8IPE1000-G, based on the Intel 865PE chipset and supporting Pentium 4 processors.

In 2006, the company released the GA-M57SLI-S4, one of the first motherboards to support the AM2 socket from AMD and the NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI chipset.

In 2010 year Gigabyte introduces the GA-P67A-UD3, one of the first motherboards based on the Intel P67 chipset and supporting second-generation Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors (Sandy Bridge) with the LGA 1155 socket. This model also supports USB 3.0 and SATA 6 Gbps technology.

In 2012, the company released the GA-X79-UD3 model, intended for enthusiasts and professionals. This motherboard uses the Intel X79 chipset and supports LGA 7 socket Intel Core i2011 processors and also offers 4-channel DDR3 support.

In 2014 year Gigabyte introduces the GA-Z97X-Gaming G1, a motherboard based on the Intel Z97 chipset that supports 4th and 5th generation Intel Core processors (Haswell and Broadwell) with an LGA 1150 socket. This model offers M.2 and SATA Express support, as well as extensive customization and overclocking options.

In 2017, the company released the GA-X399 AORUS Gaming 7 model, designed for enthusiasts and working with AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors on the TR4 socket. This board is equipped with AMD X399 chipset and supports technologies such as NVMe, USB 3.1 Gen 2 and RGB Fusion.

Z390 AORUS Master

In 2019 year Gigabyte introduces the Z390 AORUS Master, an Intel Z390 chipset-based motherboard that supports 8th and 9th Gen Intel Core processors (Coffee Lake) with LGA 1151 socket. This model also offers extensive customization and overclocking options, as well as Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 support.

Since its foundation in 1986 year Gigabyte introduced many innovative motherboard models, actively implementing new technologies and standards. The company continues to develop and adapt to market needs, making it one of the leading manufacturers of computer components in the world.

With each new generation of motherboards Gigabyte focuses on improving the performance, stability, energy efficiency and functionality of its products. Through its innovative activities and continuous improvement of technologies, Gigabyte remains one of the key players in the market of motherboards and other computer components.

Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 is a mid-range motherboard designed for gamers and enthusiasts looking for the best value for money. This board is based on the Intel B760 chipset, supports 12th/13th generation Intel Core processors with LGA 1700 socket, and uses DDR4 memory.

Motherboard Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 comes in a compact, durable and stylish cardboard box that provides reliable protection for the component during transportation. The front side of the box has logos Gigabyte and the Gaming X series, as well as information on DDR4 memory support and key technologies.

Motherboard Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 comes with a modest set of accessories, which helps save on the cost of the product. The package includes SATA cables and a Wi-Fi antenna.

Motherboard Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4 has a wide functionality and various connectors for connecting various components. The presence of four DIMM connectors for dual-channel DDR4 memory allows you to use modules with XMP support and achieve high frequencies.

On the back of the motherboard Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 has the following ports and connectors: standard USB, USB 3.2 (for BIOS update), HDMI, DisplayPort, Wi-Fi antenna connectors, network port (Ethernet) and audio connectors. This allows you to connect a variety of devices and accessories for full system operation.

On the end side of the motherboard Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4 has four SATA ports designed for connecting storage devices such as hard drives and SSDs. These ports ensure stable and fast data transfer between storage devices and the system.

Hybrid 8+1+1-phase digital power system VRM (Voltage Regulator Module) on the motherboard Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4 plays an important role in ensuring the stability and efficiency of the system. In particular, it is responsible for stabilizing the voltage supplied to the processor, memory and other components, which affects their performance and durability.

In this configuration, 8 phases are dedicated to powering the processor, 1 phase is dedicated to powering the system memory, and another phase is provided for the integrated graphics cores (if any in the processor used).

This intelligent VRM power system ensures optimal component performance, prevents overheating, and reduces the risk of voltage instability problems. As a result, users receive a high-performance, stable and reliable system that can handle a variety of tasks and workloads.

Unique PCIe 4.0 x16 connector with EZ-Latch design makes it easy to install and replace graphics cards. The next generation of storage features three PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots, providing high speed read and write data on modern SSD drives. Advanced thermal design and thermal protection for M.2 slots ensure stable VRM power system operation and high performance of SSD drives.

Motherboard Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 is equipped with the modern Intel LGA 1700 socket, designed to install 13th and 12th generation processors from Intel. These generations of processors are known for their high performance, efficiency, and new technologies that significantly improve the operation of the system.

The LGA 1700 socket has 1700 contact points, which ensures a reliable electrical and mechanical connection between the processor and the motherboard. Thanks to this socket, Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 is capable of supporting a variety of processors with different capabilities and power levels, allowing users to choose the best option for their needs and budget.

Overall, thanks to the Intel LGA 1700 socket and support for 13th and 12th generation processors, the motherboard Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 gives users the flexibility to choose their system configuration and delivers high performance for a variety of tasks, whether gaming, professional work or multimedia applications.

UEFI on Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 also offers advanced overclocking capabilities for CPU, memory and graphics cards, giving users an easy and intuitive way to tune and optimize system performance.

One of the advantages of UEFI on this motherboard is support for Fast Boot, which allows the computer to start quickly and reduces the waiting time before starting work. Also UEFI Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4 provides GPT (GUID Partition Table) partition support, allowing for storage capacities over 2TB and providing better storage performance and security.

Smart Fan 6 is an advanced fan and cooling control system that is used on the motherboard. Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4. It provides users with flexible settings and control over system cooling, which ensures optimal temperature and performance of components, as well as reduces noise levels.

Key features of Smart Fan 6 include:

1. Flexible Fan Curve Settings: Smart Fan 6 allows users to customize fan speed curves based on the temperature of various components such as the CPU, system memory, and graphics adapter. This allows you to optimize cooling and fan noise to suit individual preferences and system operating conditions.

2. Multiple Temperature Sensors: Motherboard Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 is equipped with multiple temperature sensors that monitor the temperature of various system components in real time. This allows Smart Fan 6 to adapt the fan speed according to current temperatures for optimal cooling.

3. Supports Various Fan Types: Smart Fan 6 is compatible with a variety of fan types, including 3-pin and 4-pin PWM fans, providing broad compatibility and flexibility for users in their system cooling setup.

4. Quiet Mode: Smart Fan 6 also offers a Quiet Mode that automatically reduces fan speed when there is no heavy load or low component temperatures. This reduces noise levels and provides a more comfortable working environment.

5. Software control: Gigabyte provides software to configure and control Smart Fan 6 directly from the operating system, allowing users to easily change cooling settings without rebooting the computer and entering UEFI

In modern conditions, when processors are already optimized to operate at the highest possible frequencies, overclocking the processor may not be so relevant. Instead, greater effect can be achieved by improving system performance by overclocking the RAM.

 When overclocking memory using the XMP profile (Extreme Memory Profile), you can achieve significant improvements in system performance without the risk of damaging hardware components. XMP is a technology developed by Intel that allows you to automatically adjust the speed and timings of RAM, optimizing them for the specific characteristics of the modules. This makes the memory overclocking process more convenient and reliable for users, since it does not require manual input of parameters.

In this case, to maximize the frequency, the XMP 4266 MHz memory profile was used, and for comparison, work at frequencies of 2133 was given:

2133 MHz

4266 MHz

Unfortunately, in Cinebench R23 testing, memory overclocking was Gigabyte The B760 Gaming X DDR4 didn't bring any noticeable performance improvement to the Core i9 13900K. However, in gaming scenarios, the situation will be different...

Testing took place at maximum quality settings and with ray tracing.

In Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, when using DDR4-2133 SDRAM, the average FPS is 70 and the minimum FPS is 78. When using DDR4-3200 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 91 and the minimum FPS to 101. With DDR4-3600 SDRAM the average FPS is 94 and the minimum is 103. Finally, when using DDR4-4266 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 101 and the minimum FPS to 111.

Testing took place at maximum quality settings and with ray tracing (without Ray Tracing "Overdrive")

When using DDR4-2133 SDRAM, the average FPS is 60 and the minimum FPS is 84. When using DDR4-3200 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 91 and the minimum FPS to 111. With DDR4-3600 SDRAM, the average FPS is 101 and the minimum is 119. Finally, when using DDR4-4266 SDRAM, the average FPS is 104, and the minimum FPS increases to 122.

From this we can conclude that the higher the frequency of DDR4 RAM, the higher the performance in the game Cyberpunk 2077.

Testing took place at maximum quality settings.

In Game Gotham KnightsWhen using DDR4-2133 SDRAM, the average FPS is 73 and the minimum FPS is 83. When using DDR4-3200 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 86 and the minimum FPS to 100. With DDR4-3600 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 93 and the minimum is up to 105. Finally, when using DDR4-4266 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 101, and the minimum FPS to 111.

Testing took place at maximum quality settings with RT without frame generation.

In Game Hogwarts LegacyWhen using DDR4-2133 SDRAM, the average FPS is 59 and the minimum FPS is 70. When using DDR4-3200 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 69 and the minimum FPS to 77. With DDR4-3600 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 71 and the minimum is up to 80. Finally, when using DDR4-4266 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 72, and the minimum FPS to 84.

Testing took place at maximum quality settings.

 In Game The Last of Us Part IWhen using DDR4-2133 SDRAM, the average FPS is 94 and the minimum FPS is 100. When using DDR4-3200 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 110 and the minimum FPS to 122. With DDR4-3600 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 112 and the minimum is up to 124. Finally, when using DDR4-4266 SDRAM, the average FPS increases to 119, and the minimum FPS to 127.

 Motherboard Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4 is a quality and powerful component for building a high-performance gaming system. It is equipped with an Intel LGA 1700 socket that supports 13th and 12th generation processors, and a hybrid 8+1+1 phase digital VRM power system to ensure high performance.

One of the key advantages of the motherboard is the use of Smart Fan 6 technology, which provides flexible settings and control over system cooling. This ensures optimal component temperatures and performance while also reducing noise levels. Also noteworthy is support for the XMP 4266 MHz memory profile and higher, which allows you to achieve maximum system performance.

In performance tests, the motherboard Gigabyte B760 Gaming X DDR4 demonstrated a high level of performance that can satisfy the needs of even the most demanding users. In games, it provides smooth operation at maximum graphics settings and maintains high frame rates, which is an important criterion for gaming systems.

Advantages:

• Supports Intel LGA 1700 socket and 13th and 12th generation processors
• Hybrid 8+1+1 phase digital VRM power system for high performance
• Supports XMP 4266 MHz+ memory profile for maximum system performance
• Smart Fan 6 technology for flexible settings and control of system cooling
• Availability of 3 PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots for connecting fast NVMe memory
• Fast network connection thanks to 2,5 Gbps Ethernet
• Availability of built-in Wi-Fi module for wireless connection to the network

Disadvantages:

• No additional accessories included
• Not intended for extreme processor overclocking