What size is a Mini-ITX motherboard?

A Mini-ITX board measures 170 x 170mm, the smallest mainstream desktop form factor. It has one PCIe x16 slot and two memory slots, so it fits into compact SFF cases that ATX and Micro-ATX boards cannot.

How many RAM slots does a Mini-ITX board have?

Two. Every Mini-ITX motherboard has exactly two DIMM slots, so you plan around a two-stick kit. With current DDR5, two 16GB modules give 32GB and two 32GB modules give 64GB, which covers most gaming and creator builds.

Which CPUs work with Mini-ITX motherboards?

It depends on the socket. Current Mini-ITX boards use either AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000 series) or Intel LGA1851 (Intel Core Ultra), both on DDR5. Match the board's socket and chipset to your exact CPU and check the support list before buying.

Can a Mini-ITX board fit a full-size graphics card?

The board's single PCIe x16 slot accepts any standard graphics card, but the limit is the case, not the board. Check your SFF enclosure's maximum GPU length and cooler clearance, since large current-generation cards need a case rated to hold them.

How many M.2 slots do Mini-ITX motherboards have?

Usually one or two M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs. Higher-tier boards more often include two, sometimes stacked on both sides of the PCB. Confirm the exact count and PCIe generation on the model's spec sheet if fast storage matters to your build.

Do I need special cooling for a Mini-ITX build?

Small cases run warmer, so cooling planning matters more than on a full tower. Higher-TDP CPUs benefit from a low-profile air cooler or a compact AIO that fits the case, plus good airflow. A board with a strong VRM and M.2 heatsinks helps avoid thermal throttling under sustained load.

What power supply do Mini-ITX builds use?

Many SFF cases take SFX or SFX-L power supplies rather than standard ATX units, so check what your case supports. Choose enough wattage and the right PCIe connectors for your graphics card, and confirm the PSU physically fits alongside the GPU in the enclosure.

Where can I buy Mini-ITX motherboards in South Africa?

Evetech stocks Mini-ITX motherboards for AM5 and Intel LGA1851 builds with local warranty, nationwide delivery and South African support. Browse the range above and pair the board with a matching CPU, SFF case and cooler for a complete compact build.

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Mini-ITX Motherboards for Compact SFF Builds

Mini-ITX is the 170 x 170mm form factor for small-form-factor (SFF) PCs, so a Mini-ITX board packs a full desktop platform into a single-slot footprint. It carries one PCIe x16 slot for your graphics card and two DIMM slots for memory, which is the trade-off versus larger ATX boards. Choose one to match your CPU platform, whether that is AMD AM5 or the current Intel LGA1851 socket, then confirm the case, cooler and GPU length all fit the enclosure. Most current Mini-ITX boards ship with onboard Wi-Fi and at least one M.2 slot for fast NVMe storage.

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How to Choose a Mini-ITX Motherboard

A Mini-ITX board is defined by its size: 170 x 170mm with one expansion slot and two memory slots. That means the board itself rarely limits performance, but it does limit expansion, so the decisions that matter are socket and platform, chipset tier, memory headroom, storage layout and, above all, physical fit inside a small case.

Match the board's socket to your CPU. Current builds use AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000 with DDR5) or Intel LGA1851 (Intel Core Ultra with DDR5). The socket and chipset must agree with the exact processor you plan to run, so confirm CPU support on the board's spec sheet before buying, and update the board's UEFI if you are pairing a new CPU with an earlier board.

The chipset sets connectivity and overclocking headroom rather than raw speed. Higher tiers (such as AMD X-series or Intel Z-series) add more USB, extra PCIe lanes and memory-tuning support, while mainstream B-series chipsets cover most gaming and productivity builds at lower cost. On Mini-ITX the chipset also influences how many M.2 and USB ports fit onto the small PCB.

Every Mini-ITX board has exactly two DIMM slots, so plan memory as a two-stick kit from the start. Two 16GB or two 32GB modules give you 32GB or 64GB with no room to add more later without replacing the kit. Check the board's supported DDR5 speeds and its QVL, since two-slot boards often reach higher rated frequencies than four-slot layouts.

Expect one to two M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs and a small number of SATA ports for extra drives. The single PCIe x16 slot is reserved for your graphics card, so there is no room for add-in cards like capture or extra NIC boards. If you need lots of storage, favour a board with two M.2 slots or plan an external solution.

SFF cases run hot and space is tight, so a board with a capable VRM and heatsinks matters for sustained loads. Check clearance for your CPU cooler height, graphics-card length and PSU format (many SFF cases use SFX or SFX-L units). Onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are common on Mini-ITX and save you a slot you do not have to spare.

Start from your CPU platform, then work outward to VRM and cooling, storage, and case clearance. Because SFF enclosures run warmer and tighter than a mid-tower, a board with a solid power stage and good M.2 heatsinks pays off more here than in a full-size build.