After spending a week on PC assembling, I decided to write about some good motherboards available in the market today. I have sorted out the Best Desktop Motherboards available in India and placed them according to their category.
Best Desktop Motherboards available in India
List of the best gaming motherboards in 2018. Collection of both Intel and AMD motherboards to build a powerful gaming computer. The price of the boards varies with its features and power. AMD boards are still less expensive than Intel boards.
Low-end Gaming, Downloading or Casual RIG
PC’s which will be only used for casual gaming, as a downloading rig or regular home use can use the following boards. People keep budget’s of casual rigs really low, and that’s why getting a perfect motherboard which can suffice the need is essential. The low-budget motherboards allow you to use to use the high-end processors too, but it is strongly recommended to keep it below Intel Core i3. The best CPU and motherboard combo can bring the good rig in really low price.
Intel Boards
Gigabyte GA-H110M-S2 Socket LGA 1151
- Form Factor: ATX
- Supported Processors: Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® /Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package
- Memory: 2 x DDR4 DIMM 2133 MHz up to 32GB
- Chipset: Intel® H110 Express Chipset
- Graphics: Integrated with North Bridge
- Audio: Realtek® ALC887 codec
- LAN Support: Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
- Peripheral and Expansions: 6 X SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports, 4 X USB 3.0/2.0 ports, 8 X USB 2.0/1.1 ports, PCI Express* 3.0 x 16, PCI Express 2.0 x 1, 1 x D-Sub port, 1 x DVI-D port, 1 x HDMI port.
- Multi-Graphics: Intel® HD Integrated Graphics support.
Gigabyte GA-H110M-S2 motherboard is based on Socket LGA 1151, which comes with support for various Intel Processors. The motherboard can hold the low-end processor Intl Celeron to the Core i7 CPUs. It is one of the most powerful motherboards to purchase under Rs. 5000 in India. You can also get a suite of unique software features that come along with the motherboard package including 3D OSD, AutoGreen, CloudStation, etc.
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- AM4 socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 3000 and 5000 series, plus 5000 and 4000 G-series desktop processors.Bluetooth v5.2
- Best gaming connectivity: PCIe 4.0-ready, dual M.2 slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, plus HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.2 output
- Smooth networking: On-board WiFi 6E (802.11ax) and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
- Robust power solution: 12+2 teamed power stages with ProCool power connector, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors
- Renowned software: Bundled 60 days AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard
Gigabyte GA-H110M-S2 is available for Rs. 4200/- INR.
AMD Boards
MSI A320M PRO-VD PLUS
- Form Factor: MicroATX
- Supported Processors: AMD Ryzen R3, R5
- Memory: DDR4 1866/2133/2400/2667/2933(OC)/3200(OC) Mhz Up to 32GB
- Chipset: AMD® A320 Chipset
- Graphics: Integrated with North Bridge
- Audio: Realtek® ALC887 Codec
- LAN Support: Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mbs/s)
- Peripheral and Expansions: 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors, 2 x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports), 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)
MSI A320M PRO-VD PLUS is based on AMD AM4 CPU architecture which runs AMD Ryzen series and 7th Generation A-Series/Athlon, processors. It is a powerful motherboard and worth its price; the same can be used for any mid-end gaming rig too. It performs up to the mark when Combined with 7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors, as the integrated shared onboard graphics with Maximum of 2GB supports these CPUs only.
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- AMD Socket AM4: Ready to support AMD Ryzen 5000 / Ryzen 4000 / Ryzen 3000 Series processors
- Enhanced Power Solution: Digital twin 10 plus3 phases VRM solution with premium chokes and capacitors for steady power delivery.
- Advanced Thermal Armor: Enlarged VRM heatsinks layered with 5 W/mk thermal pads for better heat dissipation. Pre-Installed I/O Armor for quicker PC DIY assembly.
- Boost Your Memory Performance: Compatible with DDR4 memory and supports 4 x DIMMs with AMD EXPO Memory Module Support.
- Comprehensive Connectivity: WIFI 6, PCIe 4.0, 2x M.2 Slots, 1GbE LAN, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
MSI A320M PRO-VD PLUS is available for Rs. 5200/- INR.
Mid-end Gaming RIG
For medium gaming, it’s better to have a stable motherboard. Entering into Gaming performance on the future-proof basis, there are lots of additions to the rig, and that’s why getting a future proof makes a point. The following board will boost the performance of CPU when overclocked.
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- Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
- AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Advisor, AI Networking II and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance
- Robust Power Solution: 16+2+2 power solution rated for 80A per stage with dual ProCool power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
- Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, and high-conductivity thermal pad
ASUS PRIME H370M-PLUS
- Form Factor: MicroATX
- Supported Processors: 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processors, Intel® Core™ i5 processors, Intel® Core™ i3 processors
- Memory: DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz up to 64GB
- Chipset: Intel® H370
- Graphics: Integrated Intel HD
- Audio: Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel HD Audio
- LAN Support: Intel® I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller
- Peripheral and Expansions: 2 x USB 3.1, 5 x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 6 x USB 2.0, 1 x DVI-D, 1 x D-Sub, 1 x HDMI, 6 x SATA 6Gb/s.
- Multi-Graphics: AMD CrossFireX™ Technology
ASUS PRIME H370M-PLUS is the perfect motherboard for mid-end gaming; the board supports Intel® 14 nm CPU and Turbo Boost 2.0 which is fantastic for gaming performance. The same motherboard can be used for high-level gaming rigs as it supports every processor up to Core i7.
Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 is available for Rs. 9500/- INR
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- Ready for Advanced AI PCs: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
- AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series desktop processors
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance
- ROG Strix Overclocking technologies: Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, Asynchnorous Clock and PBO Enhancement
- Robust Power Solution: 16 plus 2 plus 2 power solution rated for 90A per stage with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
High-end Gaming RIG
As the name states these PC’s are extreme in their performance and Games are the only thing which can optimize the CPU to its fullest, so for high-end gaming rigs, I’ve decided over the following boards which can contribute maximum in performance and easily overclockable to its fullest with convenient overclocking options provided by Gigabyte.
Both the boards below have almost same specs and are manufactured by the same vendor gives same features for both Intel and AMD. However, Intel Core I and X family of CPU’s perform a lot better than AMD’s CPU, and that’s why here I’ll be suggesting to go for Intel one rather than AMD. If you consider future-proof basis, AMD’s upcoming processors in Ryzen lineup supporting the same slot would need you only the same single board for coming years, even if you upgrade to newer versions of Processor.
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- Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications.
- AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series desktop processors.
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance.
- ROG Strix Overclocking technologies: Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, Asynchronous Clock and PBO Enhancement.
- Robust Power Solution: 18 plus 2 plus 2 power solution rated for 110A per stage with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors.
Intel Boards
Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming
- Form Factor: ATX
- Supported Processors: Intel Socket 2066 Core X-Series Processors (Skylake and Kaby Lake)
- Memory: DDR4 2133 / 2400 / 2666 / 3600 / 4000MHz up to 128GB
- Chipset: Intel X299
- Graphics: NIL
- Audio: Realtek® ALC1220 codec
- LAN Support: Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
- Peripheral and Expansions: 8x SATA 6Gbs, 2x LAN RJ45 ports, 2x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A + USB Type-CTM, 4x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 4x USB 2.0, 1x Optical S/PDIF out, 5x Audio, 1x USB BIOS Flashback Button, 1x TUF Detective USB port.
Gigabyte manufactures X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming motherboard, explicitly designed to supports Core X-Series processors on Intel 2066 socket. RAM support is up to 128GB with DDR4 clocked at 2133MHz to 4000Mhz. It is best-board for high-end PC’s which is focused on top-tier gaming, mainly to use with Intel Core i9 processors.
Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming is available for Rs. 48,500/- INR.
AMD Boards
Gigabyte X470 AORUS GAMING 7 WIFI
- Form Factor: ATX
- Supported Processors: AMD Ryzen 1st Gen / Ryzen 2nd Gen
- Memory: 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB (3600+(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) / 3000(O.C.) / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MHz)
- Chipset: AMD X470
- Graphics: Integrated with North Bridge
- Audio: Realtek® ALC1220 HD Audio
- LAN Support: Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
- Peripheral and Expansions: Wi-Fi Dual-band, 6X SATA 6Gb/s ports, 2 X SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports, 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s,
- 1 x USB Type-C™ port, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support, 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 headers, 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers, PCI Express* 2.0 x16, PCI Express 2.0 x1, 1 x.
- Multi-Graphics: Support for NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ and 2-Way NVIDIA® SLI™ technologies / Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire™ and 2-Way AMD CrossFire™ technologies.
GIGABYTE X470 AORUS Gaming motherboards are high-end specified boards, made for the AMD’s latest Ryzen Gaming CPUs. The first and second generation of Ryzen CPUs is supported by this stylish motherboard, which also comes with an in-built WI-Fi capability. With its dedicated SSD slots, users can use both HDD and SSD simultaneously, enough to boost the daily performance of the system. As the AMD is likely to manufacture the forthcoming Ryzen series CPUs with similar slot designs, the motherboard is a future-proof one.
GIGABYTE X470 AORUS Gaming motherboard is available for Rs.24499/- INR.
That concludes our list of Best Desktop Motherboards available in India. Which one are you picking up? Do you have a different choice? Let us know in the comments.
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