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ASRock Z97X KILLER/3.1 ATX DDR3 LGA 1150 Motherboard

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Unleash Your Gaming Rig with ASRock Z97X Killer/3.1 Motherboard The ASRock FATAL1TY Z97X KILLER/3.1 is an ATX motherboard designed for high-performance gaming. Supporting LGA 1150 socket Intel processors, DDR3 memory, and featuring Quad CrossFireX & Quad SLI capabilities, this motherboard is...

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Overview

Unleash Your Gaming Rig with ASRock Z97X Killer/3.1 Motherboard

The ASRock FATAL1TY Z97X KILLER/3.1 is an ATX motherboard designed for high-performance gaming. Supporting LGA 1150 socket Intel processors, DDR3 memory, and featuring Quad CrossFireX & Quad SLI capabilities, this motherboard is built to deliver an exceptional gaming experience. With SATA3, USB3.1, M.2, and SATA Express support, you'll have all the connectivity you need to build your dream gaming rig.

Key Features:

  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Socket: LGA 1150
  • Chipset: Intel Z97
  • Memory: DDR3
  • Multi-GPU Support: Quad CrossFireX & Quad SLI
  • Storage: SATA3, USB3.1, M.2, SATA Express
  • Networking: A&GbE

Key Features

LGA1150

Chipset: Intel Z97

Memory: 4x DDR3-3200+(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 DIMM Slots, Dual Channel, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Max Capacity of 32GB

Slots: 3x PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slots (run at x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4), 3x PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slots

Multi-Graphics: Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX, 3-Way CrossFireX, CrossFireX and NVIDIA Quad SLI, SLI Technology

LAN: Qualcomm Atheros Killer E2200 Series PCI-Express x1 Gigabit Ethernet Controller

Form Factor: ATX

Specifications

Socket Type
LGA1150
Chipset
Intel Z97
Memory Type
DDR3
Memory Slots
4
Max Memory Capacity
32GB
PCI-E 3.0 x16 Slots
3
PCI-E 2.0 x1 Slots
3
Multi-Graphics Support
AMD Quad CrossFireX, 3-Way CrossFireX, CrossFireX; NVIDIA Quad SLI, SLI
LAN Controller
Qualcomm Atheros Killer E2200 Series Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor
ATX

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Supports high-speed DDR3 memory up to 32GB with overclocking capabilities for enhanced performance.
  • Features multiple PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots and PCI-Express 2.0 x1 slots for extensive expansion options.
  • Offers robust multi-graphics support, including AMD Quad CrossFireX, 3-Way CrossFireX, CrossFireX, and NVIDIA Quad SLI/SLI.
  • Equipped with a Qualcomm Atheros Killer E2200 Series Gigabit Ethernet Controller for optimized network performance.
  • Uses the Intel Z97 chipset and LGA1150 socket, providing compatibility with a range of Intel processors.

👎 Cons

  • Limited to DDR3 memory, which may be a consideration for users seeking newer DDR4 or DDR5 platforms.
  • The motherboard is an ATX form factor, which requires a compatible larger PC case and may not fit smaller builds.
  • Maximum memory capacity is 32GB, which might be a limitation for highly memory-intensive applications or future upgrades.

Frequently Asked Questions

This motherboard features an LGA1150 socket, compatible with processors designed for that socket type.
The ASRock Z97X KILLER/3.1 supports DDR3 memory with speeds up to 3200+(OC), and has a maximum capacity of 32GB across 4 DIMM slots.
Yes, it supports AMD Quad CrossFireX, 3-Way CrossFireX, CrossFireX, and NVIDIA Quad SLI and SLI Technology.
The motherboard includes a Qualcomm Atheros Killer E2200 Series PCI-Express x1 Gigabit Ethernet Controller for wired network connectivity.
This motherboard adheres to the ATX form factor, which is a common standard for desktop motherboards.
There are 3 PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots, which can operate at x16, x8/x8, or x8/x4/x4 speeds.

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