Best motherboard in 2022 [Based on 50 expert reviews]

MSI Performance Gaming AMD Ryzen 2ND and 3rd Gen AM4 M.2 USB 3 DDR4 DVI HDMI Crossfire ATX Motherboard (B450 Gaming Plus Max)

C $129.99  in stock
11 new from C $129.99
9 used from C $120.89
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Features

  • Supports 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen/ Ryzen with Radeon Vega graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon graphics/ Athlon with Radeon Vega graphics desktop processors for socket AM4
  • Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 4133(OC) MHz. memory storage capacity:64 GB; Raid: 0/1/10
  • Lightning Fast Game experience: Turbo M. 2, AMD Turbo USB 3. 2 Gen2, storemi technology
  • DDR4 Boost: advanced technology to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming performance and stability
  • Audio Boost: reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience

MSI B550-A PRO ProSeries Motherboard (AMD AM4, DDR4, PCIe 4.0, SATA 6Gb/s, M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI/DP, ATX)

C $179.99  in stock
20 new from C $158.37
4 used from C $153.08
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Features

  • Support for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors and future AMD Ryzen processors with BIOS update
  • Supports dual channel DDR4 memory up to 128 GB (4400 MHz)
  • Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 4.0, Lightning Gen 4 M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr, AMD Turbo USB 3.2 GEN 2
  • Core Boost technology combines optimized power circuit layouts and digital power regulation which allows for precise and steady current delivery to the CPU
  • AUDIO BOOST rewards your ears with studio grade sound quality for immersive gaming experiences

ASUS ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II AMD AM4 (3rd Gen Ryzen™) ATX gaming motherboard (8+4 Power Stages, HDMI 2.0b/DP,2 x PCIe 3.0 x16, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A, USB Type-C, BIOS FlashBack, 256Mb BIOS Flash ROM

C $211.28  in stock
3 new from C $211.28
1 used from C $168.71
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Features

  • AMD AM4 Socket: Compatible to Ryzen 5000, 3rd/2nd/1st Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs
  • Robust Power Design: 8+2 DrMOS power stages with high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors provide reliable power for the last AMD high-count-core CPUs
  • Optimized Thermal Solution: Extended VRM and PCH heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, multiple hybrid fan headers and fan speed management with Fan Xpert utility
  • Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI 2.0b(4K@60HZ) and DisplayPort 1.2 output, featuring dual M.2 slots (NVMe SSD), 2x PCIe 3.0x16 Slot, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C ports
  • Industry-leading Gaming Audio & AI Noise Canceling Microphone Technology: High fidelity audio from a SupremeFX S1220A codec with DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III draws you deeper into the action. Communicate clearly with ASUS AI Noise Cancelling Mic technology.

MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk Gaming Motherboard (AMD AM4, DDR4, PCIe 4.0, SATA 6Gb/s, M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI/DP, ATX)

C $209.99  in stock
21 new from C $209.99
3 used from C $186.47
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Features

  • Support for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors and future AMD Ryzen processors with BIOS update
  • Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 4400(OC) MHz. RAID 0/1/10
  • Multi-GPU: With Steel Armor PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfire
  • Pre-installed I/O Shielding: Better EMI protection and more convenience for installation.
  • 2.5G LAN with LAN Manager: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection.

MSI ProSeries AMD A320 1st, 2nd, 3rd Gen Ryzen Compliant AM4 DDR4 HDMI DVI USB 3 Micro-ATX Motherboard (A320M-A PRO)

C $79.99  in stock
6 new from C $79.99
6 used from C $74.39
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Features

  • Supports 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen for Socket AM4
  • Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality
  • Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 3200 (OC) MHz
  • DDR4 Boost: Advanced Technology to deliver pure data signals for the best performance and stability
  • Core Boost: With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance

ASUS Prime B560M-A LGA 1200 (Intel 11th/10th Gen) Micro ATX Motherboard (PCIe 4.0,2X M.2 Slots, 8 Power Stages, 1 Gb LAN, DP, Dual HDMI,USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C,V-M.2 Key E Slot for Wi-Fi,Aura Sync RGB)

C $139.99  in stock
6 new from C $139.50
1 used from C $104.49
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Features

  • Intel LGA 1200 Socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 11th Gen Intel Core processors
  • Comprehensive Cooling: Enhanced VRM heatsink, flexible M.2 heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+
  • Enhanced power solution: 8 power stages, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery. Manageability: WOL by PME, PXE
  • Boosted Memory Performance: ASUS OptiMem proprietary trace layout allows memory kits to operate at higher frequencies with lower voltages to maximize system performance. Support memory overclocking up to 5000 MHz
  • Ultra Fast Connectivities: PCIe 4.0, Intel 1 Gb Ethernet, rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A &Type-C) and V-M.2 Key E slot for Wi-Fi

ROG Strix Z590-E Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1200(Intel® 11th/10th Gen) ATX Gaming Motherboard (PCIe 4.0, 14+2 Power Stages, DDR4 5333+, Dual Intel® 2.5 Gb LAN,Thunderbolt 4, 4xM.2/NVMe SSD and Aura RGB)

C $328.98  in stock
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Features

  • Intel LGA 1200 socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 11th Gen Intel Core processors

ASUS PRIME H410M-A/CSM LGA1200 (Intel® 10th Gen) Micro-ATX commercial motherboard (M.2 support, HDMI, D-Sub, DVI, USB 3.2 Gen 1, COM header, TPM header and ASUS Control Center Express)

C $114.99  in stock
5 new from C $114.99
3 used from C $100.17
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Features

  • Intel LGA 1200 socket: Ready for 10th Gen Intel Core processors
  • 5X Protection III: all-round protection with LANGuard, DRAM overcurrent protection, overvoltage protection, SafeSlot Core safeguards and stainless-steel back I/O
  • ASUS OptiMem: ASUS OptiMem proprietary trace layout allows memory kits to operate at higher frequencies with lower voltages to maximize system performance
  • Ultrafast connectivity: M.2 slot, 1Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
  • ASUS Control Center Express (ACCE) to make IT endpoint management easier

MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Plus Gaming Motherboard (ATX, 10th Gen Intel Core, LGA 1200 Socket, DDR4, CF, Dual M.2 Slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2.5G LAN, DP/HDMI, Mystic Light RGB)

C $158.98  in stock
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Features

  • Supports 10th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron Processors for LGA 1200 socket
  • Supports dual channel DDR4 memory up to 128GB (4800MHz)
  • Twin Turbo M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr delivers transfer speeds of up to 32 GB/s for ultra-fast SSDs
  • Core Boost technology combines optimized power circuit layouts, double CPU power connectors, and a digital power design which allows for precise and steady current delivery to the CPU
  • Motherboard does not have WIFI function

Gigabyte B450M DS3H (AMD Ryzen AM4/Micro ATX/M.2/HMDI/DVI/USB 3.1/DDR4/Motherboard)

C $108.98  in stock
9 new from C $108.98
3 used from C $81.01
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Features

  • Supports AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen / 2nd Gen Ryzen / 1st Gen Ryzen / 2nd Gen Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics/ 1st Gen Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics/ Athlon with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors
  • Dual Channel Non ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
  • HDMI, DVI D Ports for Multiple Display
  • PCIe Gen3 M.2 NVMe
  • High Quality Audio Capacitors and Audio Noise Guard

MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi ATX Gaming Motherboard (10th Gen Intel Core, LGA 1200 Socket, DDR4, CF, Dual M.2 Slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi 6, DP/HDMI, Mystic Light RGB)

C $164.99  in stock
11 new from C $164.99
5 used from C $151.39
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Features

  • Supports 10th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron Processors for LGA 1200 socket
  • Supports dual channel DDR4 memory up to 128GB (4800MHz)
  • Lightning USB 20G is powered by the ASmedia 3241 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 controller, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s from the Rear USB Type-C port
  • Twin Turbo M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr delivers transfer speeds of up to 32 GB/s for ultra-fast SSDs
  • On-board 2.5G LAN plus Gigabit LAN with with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

GIGABYTE Z690 Gaming X (LGA 1700/ Intel Z690/ ATX/ DDR5/ Quad M.2/ PCIe 5.0/ USB 3.2 Gen2X2 Type-C/ 2.5GbE LAN/Gaming Motherboard)

C $239.99  in stock
9 new from C $239.99
2 used from C $223.19
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Features

  • Intel LGA 1700 Socket: Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Series Processors
  • DDR5 Compatible: Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR5
  • Sturdy Power Design: 16+1+2 Twin Hybrid Digital VRM Design with 60A DrMOS
  • Comprehensive Thermal Design: Fully Covered Thermal Design and High Coverage MOSFET Heatsinks, Enlarged Thermal Guards
  • Next Gen Connectivity: PCIe 5.0, Quad NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2, SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C

ASUS Prime Z590-V LGA 1200 (Intel® 11th/10th Gen) ATX Motherboard (PCIe 4.0, 8+1 Power Stages, 3X M.2, 1Gb LAN,SPI-TPM Header, Thunderbolt™ 4 Support, Aura Sync RGB)

C $168.98  in stock
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Features

  • Intel LGA 1200 Socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 11th Gen Intel Core processors
  • Enhanced Power Solution: 8+1 DrMOS power stages, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors provide stable power delivery for the most demanding situations
  • Comprehensive Cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility
  • Boosted Memory Performance: ASUS OptiMem II proprietary trace layout allows memory kits to operate at higher frequencies with lower voltages to maximize system performance.
  • Ultrafast Connectivity: PCIe 4.0, 3x M.2, 1 Gb LAN, and Thunderbolt 4 support

MSI MAG Z690 Tomahawk WiFi DDR4 Gaming Motherboard (ATX, AMD, Socket LGA 1700. DDR4, PCIe 5, M.2 Slots, Wi-Fi 6E, BT5.2)

C $324.45  in stock
14 new from C $324.45
17 used from C $234.07
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Features

  • 12TH GEN CORE, HIGH PERFORMANCE - The MPG Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR4 employs a powerful VRM platform for the Intel Z690 chipset (LGA 1700, 12th Gen Core ready) with a Direct 16 phases power 75A SPS (8+8 Pin connector)
  • PREMIUM COOLING & ARMOUR - The VRM heatsink design includes aluminum cover, heatpipe & 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads; a 6-layer PCB base & enlarged chipset heatsink help dissipate heat; robust PCIe x16 steel armour ensures excellent durability under heavy loading
  • MULTI-GPU SLOTS, HIGH RAM SPEEDS – The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (with steel frame) supports AMD CrossFire technology (via secondary/tertiary PCIe 3.0 x16 slots); quad DDR4 DIMMs with Memory Boost architecture enable faster SDRAM for overclocking (5200+MHz/OC)
  • QUADRUPLE M.2 CONNECTORS - Storage includes 4 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots (Intel Optane supported) with Shield Frozr to prevent thermal throttling during hyper-fast SSD access
  • WI-FI 6 CONNECTED - Features the latest Wi-Fi 6 module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology; Fixed ports include USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s), 4K/60Hz HDMI 2.1 display, Intel 2.5G LAN, and 7.1 HD Audio with Audio Boost 5

Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2 (AMD Ryzen AM4/ATX/M.2 Thermal Guard/Hmdi/DVI/USB 3.1/DDR4/Motherboard)

C $199.00  in stock
4 new from C $199.00
6 used from C $133.02
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Features

  • Supports AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen/ 2nd Gen Ryzen/ 1st Gen Ryzen/ 2nd Gen Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics/ 1st Gen Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics/ Athlon with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors
  • Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
  • 8 plus 2 Phases Digital Twin Power Design with Low RDS(on) MOSFETs
  • HDMI, DVI-D Ports for Multiple Display
  • Integrated I/O Shield of Ultra Durable Design

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