{"id":197411,"date":"2024-06-24T14:00:33","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T12:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hwcooling.net\/?p=197411\/"},"modified":"2025-02-06T16:36:16","modified_gmt":"2025-02-06T15:36:16","slug":"rog-strix-b760-i-gaming-wifi-mini-itx-with-ddr5-for-200-eur-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hwcooling.net\/en\/rog-strix-b760-i-gaming-wifi-mini-itx-with-ddr5-for-200-eur-review\/","title":{"rendered":"ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi: Mini-ITX with DDR5 for 200 EUR"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are only a few models among the cheaper Mini-ITX motherboards for the Intel LGA 1700 platform. After testing the Gigabyte variant<\/a>, the Asus ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi is now here for review. This motherboard is designed for DDR5 memory and at the same time, we can still note its good affordability. Take a look at all that the Asus motherboard brings and how it fares in the tests.<\/p>\n

Although clouds are already gathering over current motherboards for Intel (LGA 1700)<\/a> processors – the arrival of LGA 1851 is already quite close<\/a> – some models are better prepared for the later modernization. Those that support DDR5 memory. This is also the case with the Asus ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi, which will not support the next generation of processors (Intel Arrow Lake<\/a>), but the memory from a build based on it will be usable.<\/p>\n

The ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi motherboard’s support for the newer memory standard (DDR5) is one of the main differences from the recently tested Gigabyte B760I Aorus Pro DDR4<\/a> motherboard as well. The chipset (B760) is the same, but it supports “only” DDR4 memory, and although there is also a variant for DDR5 memory (Gigabyte B760I Aorus Pro<\/a>), its availability is weaker and in some markets we can even talk about unavailability. In this regard (availability), the ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi is better off, and when it comes to Mini-ITX boards from the “700” series, Asus doesn’t even bother with DDR4 variants. All models support DDR5 memory, and the older standard basically only concerns, as far as the LGA 1700 platform is concerned, the low-end models with H610 chipsets.<\/p>\n

While it’s somewhat attractive to compare the ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi to the Gigabyte B760I Aorus Pro DDR4<\/a>, when you look at the comparable price, keep in mind that on the whole, the Asus board will cost you more due to the more expensive DDR5 memory, but the reward is a longer “lifespan” with regards to their usability when upgrading later. Of course, this aspect may not play any role if you are used to replacing the whole build anyway when the “old” one (with DDR4 memory) is no longer enough. So having that DDR5 memory that can eventually be used later may be only a theoretical advantage that someone may not take advantage of, while someone else may.<\/p>\n

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Parameters <\/td><\/td>Asus ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi <\/td><\/tr>
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Socket <\/td><\/td>Intel LGA 1700 <\/td><\/tr>
Chipset <\/td><\/td>Intel B760 <\/td><\/tr>
Format <\/td><\/td>Mini-ITX (170 \u00d7 170 mm) <\/td><\/tr>
CPU power delivery <\/td><\/td>13-phase <\/td><\/tr>
Supported memory (and max. frequency) <\/td><\/td>DDR5 (7600 MHz) <\/td><\/tr>
Slots PCIe \u00d716 (+ PCIe \u00d71) <\/td><\/td>1\u00d7 (+ 0\u00d7) <\/td><\/tr>
Centre of socket to first PCIe \u00d716 slot <\/td><\/td>92 mm <\/td><\/tr>
Centre of socket to first DIMM slot <\/td><\/td>56 mm <\/td><\/tr>
Storage connectors <\/td><\/td>4\u00d7 SATA III, 2\u00d7 M.2 (60\u201380 mm) PCIe 4.0 \u00d74 + PCIe 4.0 \u00d74 (42\u201380 mm) <\/td><\/tr>
PWM connectors for fans or AIO pump <\/td><\/td>3\u00d7 <\/td><\/tr>
Internal USB ports <\/td><\/td>1\u00d7 3.2 gen. 2 type C, 2\u00d7 3.2 gen. 1 type A, 2\u00d7 2.0 type A <\/td><\/tr>
Other internal connectors <\/td><\/td>1\u00d7 TPM, 1\u00d7 ARGB LED, 1\u00d7 RGB LED, 1\u00d7 Clear CMOS jumper <\/td><\/tr>
POST display <\/td><\/td>no (but has debug LED) <\/td><\/tr>
Buttons <\/td><\/td>none <\/td><\/tr>
External USB ports <\/td><\/td>1\u00d7 3.2 gen. 2\u00d72 type C, 3\u00d7 3.2 gen. 1 type A, 3\u00d7 3.2 gen. 1 type C, 3\u00d7 2.0 type A <\/td><\/tr>
Video outputs <\/td><\/td>1\u00d7 HDMI 2.1, 1\u00d7 DisplayPort 1.4 <\/td><\/tr>
Network <\/td><\/td>1\u00d7 RJ-45 (2,5 GbE) \u2013 Intel I226-V, WiFi 6E (802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac\/ax) <\/td><\/tr>
Audio <\/td><\/td>Realtek ALC1220P (7.1) <\/td><\/tr>
Other external connectors <\/td><\/td>\u2013 <\/td><\/tr>
Suggested retail price <\/td><\/td>200 EUR <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>Wordpress Table Plugin<\/a>
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Asus ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi<\/h2>\n

This is the cheaper of the pair of Mini-ITX format models designed for the Intel LGA 1700 platform. In addition to the Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi<\/a>, Asus also offers the Strix Z790-I Gaming WiFi<\/a>, but at more than double the price. The cheaper and more attractive option for most users is probably obvious, although the Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi’s specs are naturally weaker.<\/p>\n

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The physical format has already been discussed \u2013 Mini-ITX (170 \u00d7 170 mm). Admittedly, after taking into account the cover around the I\/O connectors, slightly protruding over the PCB, it’s more in height (175 mm), but only by 5 mm, which shouldn’t affect compatibility too much. Perhaps only in cases with a very small offset of the board from the side panel, where fans are expected. This may be the spot that will come into collision (with the fans) possibly first in such cases. But it also may not be, as this protrusion may be outside the axis of the design of the system fans.<\/p>\n

The basic layout of the slots does not deviate from the conventions of Mini-ITX boards. There are two DIMM slots (with dual-channel support) for memory (DDR5), four SATA slots and traditionally one PCI Express slot (\u00d716), in the fifth generation (PCIe 5.0). The board is forward-looking in this respect too, in terms of full support for next-generation graphics cards, and in the case of SSDs, the fastest available interface may come in handy even now.<\/p>\n

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The distance of the PCIe \u00d716 slot from the processor socket is above standard for Mini-ITX boards. From the center to the center of the PCIe and LGA 1700 sockets it is 92 mm. This spacing is sufficient for mounting even the largest (and widest) CPU coolers and avoid collision with an expansion card. And the greater the spacing of these components, the better the access to the PCI Express slot latch, which means more convenient removal of a typical graphics card.<\/p>\n

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However, the M.2 SSD slots only support PCIe 4.0. Both of the two that this motherboard has. On the slot connected to the CPU is a larger heatsink with a brightly colored ROG Strix print that also reacts spectacularly to light for the best visual perception, and looks a little different from every angle.<\/p>\n

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The second M.2 SSD slot (PCIe 4.0), also a four-lane slot, is on the back of the motherboard, where you need to pay attention to the height of a cooler. This can be as tall as the case, or its motherboard tray, allows. For some cases, there might be a cutout in these places, in which case the compatibility with SSDs with taller coolers should be better.<\/p>\n

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The power delivery for the processor has 13 (12+1) phases. These are cooled by two heatsinks, each characterized by a finned profile. And the grille of the cover between the VRM and I\/O connectors is also noteworthy. This too will contribute to more efficient cooling by ensuring more intense airflow around the aluminum monoliths.<\/p>\n

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The MOSFET integrated circuits are Vishay SiC659<\/a> with the highest efficiency at a current load of around 10 A, that is according to the technical documentation<\/a>. The VRM driver is the OnSemi ASP2100R<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Realtek ALC1220 sound chip on the ROG Strix B760-I Gaming WiFi board will please those who find the ALC897 on the Gigabyte B760I Aorus Pro (DDR4)<\/a> insufficient, for example.<\/p>\n

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Almost in full configuration is also the external set of audio connectors. Next to the five 3.5-millimeter jacks, only the optical S\/PDIF output is missing. In “its” position is a USB-C connector, the slower of the pair of external ones (with 5 Gbps). The fast USB-C gen. 2\u00d72 port is already in the section between the rest of the USB connectors. In the version with the Type-A connector, there are six more USB connectors. Half of them standard 3.2 gen. 2 (i.e. with 5 Gb\/s) and half of the slower 2.0 standard. These are suitable for connecting peripherals (keyboard, mouse, headset, multifunction device, …) that do not support faster interfaces (than USB 2.0).<\/p>\n

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Video outputs are in a fairly common two-connector configuration combining HDMI (2.1) and DisplayPort (1.4). There is one RJ-45 Ethernet connector, connected to a 2.5-gigabit Intel I226-V adapter. The board then also has WiFi 6E (Intel AX211), with two SMA connectors on the rear panel for the included antenna. This is a adjustable design with a stand for horizontal placement<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Please note:<\/strong> The article continues in following chapters.<\/p>\n