GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE Motherboard
The GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE is engineered for next-gen AMD Ryzen platforms, delivering high-end performance, advanced connectivity, and a DIY-friendly design optimized for modern gaming and computing builds.
Key Features
X3D Turbo Mode
- One-click activation for enhanced gaming performance
- Optimized parameters for Ryzen 9000 X3D processors
- Helps Ryzen 9000 non‑X3D processors achieve gaming performance similar to Ryzen X3D counterparts
- Designed for smoother gameplay, higher frame rates, and reduced latency via GIGABYTE BIOS innovation
High-Speed DDR5 Memory
- DDR5 overclocking support up to 8200 MT/s
- Dual Channel DDR5 with 4 DIMM slots
- AMD EXPO memory module support
- STEALTH series enhancements for DDR5 memory performance and compatibility
AMD AM5 Platform
- AMD Socket AM5
- Supports AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Processors
- AMD X870 chipset
Robust Power & Cooling
- Digital twin 16+2+2 phases VRM solution
- Steady power delivery designed to keep AI operations smooth
- Comprehensive thermal design with full-metal heatsinks
- VRM Thermal Armor Advanced
- M.2 Thermal Guard L & M.2 Thermal Guard Ext
- Advanced, durable heatsinks to maintain cooling efficiency
Storage & Expansion
- Ultra-fast storage with 4 x M.2 slots, including PCIe 5.0 x4
- M.2 EZ-Flex design for efficient heat dissipation and flexible M.2 baseplate (exclusive patented design)
- EZ-Latch Plus for PCIe and M.2 quick-release, screwless operation
- EZ-Latch Click for screwless M.2 heatsink installation
Networking & Connectivity
- Fast Networking with Realtek 5GbE LAN
- Wi-Fi 7 with directional ultra-high gain antenna
- Dual native 40 Gbps USB4
- HDMI and dual USB4 Type-C with DP-Alt mode
- Future-ready connectivity for next-generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi
DIY-Friendly Design
- STEALTH series design focused on hassle-free assembly
- Maximized chassis compatibility, supporting numerous manufacturers
- WIFI EZ-Plug for quick and easy Wi-Fi antenna installation
- User-friendly BIOS and software UI with multi-theme, AIO Fan Control, and Q-Flash Auto Scan
- Power and reset buttons directly on the board
- Q-Flash Plus button for easy BIOS updates
Ultra Durable Engineering
- PCIe UD Slot: PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 10x strength and improved heat dissipation for graphics cards
- UD Base Plate for added protection and heat dissipation
- Built on GIGABYTE Ultra Durable technology for longevity and reliability
- Collaborative BIOS refinement informed by user community feedback
Highlighted Technologies
- X3D Turbo Mode: One-click gaming performance enhancement
- Zenith Memory Performance: Optimized DDR5 tuning and compatibility
- Comprehensive Thermal: Full-metal thermal architecture for system stability
- All-Round Connectivity: USB4, Wi-Fi 7, 5GbE LAN, HDMI, and multiple USB 3.2 options
- Born from Ultra Durable: Designed to endure and excel in long-term use
Specifications
General
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm |
| Chipset | AMD X870 |
| CPU Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
| CPU Support | AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Processors |
Memory
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Supported Speeds (MT/s) | 8200(O.C), 8000(O.C), 7950(O.C), 7900(O.C), 7800(O.C), 7600(O.C), 7400(O.C), 7200(O.C), 7000(O.C), 6800(O.C), 6600(O.C), 6400(O.C), 6200(O.C), 6000(O.C), 5800(O.C), 5600(O.C), 5200, 4800, 4400 |
| Slots | 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets |
| Maximum Capacity | Up to 256 GB (64 GB per DIMM) |
| Channel Architecture | Dual Channel |
| Module Support | Non‑ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 modules |
| Profile Support | AMD EXPO and XMP |
| Note | CPU and memory configuration may affect supported types, speeds, and module count |
Onboard Graphics
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Integrated GPU Support | Integrated Graphics Processor with AMD Radeon Graphics (CPU dependent) |
| USB4 Display Output | 2 x USB4 Type-C (ASMedia Controller), USB4 and DisplayPort video, up to 3840x2160@240 Hz |
| USB4 Standards | DisplayPort 1.4, HDR |
| HDMI Output | 1 x HDMI, up to 4096x2160@60 Hz |
| HDMI Standards | HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3, HDR, native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports |
| Note | Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support |
Audio
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Codec | Realtek ALC1220 |
| Audio Channels | 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel High Definition Audio |
| Back Panel | Line out jack supports DSD audio |
| Digital Output | Optical S/PDIF Out |
| Configuration | Channel configuration via bundled audio software |
LAN & Wireless
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Wired LAN | Realtek 5GbE LAN (5 Gbps / 2.5 Gbps / 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps) |
| Wireless Module | Qualcomm Wi-Fi 7 QCNCM865 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 2.4/5/6 GHz bands |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi 7 Support | 11be 320 MHz wireless standard (Windows 11 SV3 required; no Windows 10 driver) |
| Regulatory Note | 6 GHz Wi-Fi 7 channel availability depends on country regulations |
| Version Note | Bluetooth version may change with updates (refer to Wi-Fi chip vendor website) |
Expansion Slots
| Slot | Details |
|---|---|
| PCIEX16 (CPU) | 1 x PCIe x16 slot |
| Ryzen 9000/7000 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| PCIEX4 (Chipset) | 1 x PCIe x16 slot, PCIe 4.0, running at x4 |
| Bandwidth Sharing | PCIEX4 shares bandwidth with M2D_SB; PCIEX4 unavailable when device is installed in M2D_SB |
| Usage Note | PCIEX16 supports a graphics card or NVMe SSD; single GPU must be installed in PCIEX16 |
Storage
| Connector | Details |
|---|---|
| M2A_CPU | 1 x M.2 (Socket 3, M key, 25110/22110/2580/2280) |
| M2A_CPU Support | Ryzen 9000/7000: PCIe 5.0 x4/x2; Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1/2: PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 |
| M2B_CPU | 1 x M.2 (Socket 3, M key, 22110/2280) |
| M2B_CPU Support | Ryzen 9000: PCIe 5.0 x4/x2; Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1: PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 |
| M2B_CPU Note | Becomes unavailable with Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 2 processors |
| M2C_SB, M2D_SB | 2 x M.2 (Socket 3, M key, 22110/2280) PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 (Chipset) |
| SATA | 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s connectors |
| RAID (NVMe) | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 for NVMe SSDs (RAID 5 only with Ryzen 9000) |
| RAID (SATA) | RAID 0, 1 for SATA devices |
USB
| Source | Ports & Details |
|---|---|
| CPU + ASMedia USB4 | 2 x USB4 Type-C on back panel |
| USB4 Bandwidth Note | USB4 Type-C ports share bandwidth with M2B_CPU; with M2B_CPU device installed, both operate at PCIe 5.0 x2 mode |
| BIOS Configuration Note | M2B_CPU can be set to PCIe 5.0 x4 in BIOS; USB4 Type-C ports will then be unavailable |
| CPU | 1 x USB Type-C on back panel (USB 3.2 Gen 2) |
| CPU + USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub | 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on back panel |
| CPU + USB 2.0 Hub | 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on back panel |
| Chipset (Internal) | 1 x USB Type-C header (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) |
| Chipset (Back Panel) | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red) |
| Chipset (Internal) | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports via internal header; 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports via internal headers |
Internal I/O Connectors
| Connector Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Power | 1 x 24-pin ATX, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V, 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V |
| Cooling | 1 x CPU fan, 1 x CPU fan/water pump, 4 x system fan, 2 x system fan/water pump headers |
| RGB / LED | 3 x addressable RGB Gen2 headers, 1 x RGB LED strip header |
| Storage | 4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors, 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Front Panel | 1 x front panel header, 1 x front panel audio |
| USB | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers |
| Monitoring / Control | 1 x noise detection header, 2 x temperature sensor headers |
| Security | 1 x TPM header (GC‑TPM2.0 SPI modules) |
| BIOS & Controls | 1 x Q-Flash Plus button, 1 x power button, 1 x reset button, 1 x reset jumper, 1 x Clear CMOS jumper |
Back Panel Connectors
| Connector | Details |
|---|---|
| Video | 1 x HDMI port (actual support may vary by CPU) |
| Wi-Fi | 2 x antenna connectors (2T2R) |
| USB4 | 2 x USB4 Type-C ports (DisplayPort capable, CPU-dependent) |
| USB-C | 1 x USB Type-C port (USB 3.2 Gen 2) |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A | 2 x ports (red) |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 4 x ports |
| USB 2.0/1.1 | 4 x ports |
| LAN | 1 x RJ-45 port |
| Audio | 1 x optical S/PDIF Out, 2 x audio jacks |
I/O Controller & Monitoring
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| I/O Controller | iTE I/O Controller chip |
| Monitoring | Voltage, temperature, fan speed, water flow |
| Alerts | Fan fail warning |
| Control | Fan speed control (fan/pump dependent) |
BIOS
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| ROM | 1 x 512 Mbit flash |
| Type | AMI UEFI BIOS |
| Standards | PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 |
Unique Features & Software
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| GIGABYTE Software | Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) |
| BIOS Utilities | Q-Flash, Q-Flash Plus |
| Backup | Smart Backup |
| Security Software | Norton Internet Security (OEM version) |
| Note | GCC applications and functions vary by motherboard model and specifications |
Operating System Support
| OS Support | Details |
|---|---|
| Windows | Windows 11 64-bit |
The GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE combines X3D Turbo Mode, high-speed DDR5, PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 7, USB4, and a DIY-focused STEALTH design to deliver a powerful and flexible platform for next-generation AMD Ryzen systems.
