Which socket do current Intel motherboards use?

Current Intel Core Ultra desktop CPUs use the LGA 1851 socket, while 12th, 13th and 14th Gen Core CPUs use LGA 1700. The two are not interchangeable, so choose your CPU first and buy a board with the matching socket. Check the product spec on this page to confirm the socket before ordering.

Do I need a Z-series board to overclock?

Yes — CPU overclocking on Intel requires a Z-series chipset paired with an unlocked "K" CPU. B-series and entry chipsets lock the CPU multiplier, though they can still run rated memory speeds. If you don't plan to overclock the CPU, a B-series board saves money without losing real gaming performance.

What's the difference between Z, B and H chipsets?

Z-series gives full overclocking, the most PCIe lanes and the richest I/O — best for high-end and enthusiast builds. B-series is the mainstream sweet spot for most gaming PCs. H and entry chipsets cover basic office and budget systems with fewer slots and ports.

Do Intel motherboards use DDR4 or DDR5 memory?

Current Intel boards use DDR5. Older LGA 1700 boards came in separate DDR4 and DDR5 versions, and you can't mix the two on one board. Check the board's memory type before reusing existing RAM so you buy a matching kit.

What size motherboard should I buy — ATX, Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX?

ATX gives the most expansion slots, M.2 and ports, and suits full towers. Micro-ATX is a smaller all-rounder for mid-towers. Mini-ITX is for compact small-form-factor builds with a single GPU slot. Match the board size to your case before buying.

How many M.2 slots do I need?

One M.2 slot is enough for a single fast NVMe boot-and-games drive. Two or more lets you add storage later without removing the first drive. Check which slots run at full PCIe speed and which share bandwidth with other ports, as that affects real-world performance.

Does the motherboard affect gaming performance?

Not directly — your CPU and GPU drive frame rates. The board matters for stability, supported memory speed, power delivery to the CPU, and the features you can run. A solid B-series board generally games the same as a pricier Z-series board with the same CPU and GPU.

Do Intel motherboards come with a warranty in South Africa?

Yes. Every Intel motherboard from Evetech ships with local warranty and nationwide delivery, handled in South Africa rather than overseas. Warranty length varies by brand and model — check the product page, and keep your invoice for any claim.

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An Intel motherboard is the base your whole build sits on — it sets which Intel CPU you can run, how much memory and how many drives you can fit, and which expansion and connectivity you get. Pick the board around your chosen processor first, because the CPU socket has to match.

Current Intel Core Ultra desktop chips use the LGA 1851 socket with DDR5 memory; the previous 12th/13th/14th Gen Core platform uses LGA 1700. Chipset sets your features: Z-series boards add CPU overclocking and the most lanes, B-series cover most mainstream builds, and entry chipsets keep costs down. We stock ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX sizes across both platforms.

Every Intel motherboard at Evetech ships with local warranty and nationwide delivery, backed by South Africa's largest gaming hardware retailer. Match the board to your CPU, RAM and case size below, then check the rear I/O and M.2 count for the storage and ports you need.

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