Aimed at professional gamers, the GIGABYTE GA-G1.Sniper mobo is packed with everything needed for building an uncompromising, high-performance gaming rig. It's based on the latest Intel Z87 chipset, and features a set of new and improved features to take full advantage the Intel 4th Gen Core processor in an LGA 1150 package. For the first time in the industry, this mobo allows you to change the onboard operational amplifier to customize and optimize your listening experience. And with loaded dual networking, maxed out multi-card gaming support, advanced cooling, and looks that could kill, the GIGABYTE G1-Killer motherboard is the ultimate choice for serious PC gamers.
Dual Silent Fan/Water Thermal DesignThe GIGABYTE G1.Sniper 5 motherboard features an extreme heatsink design for the PWM area that allows users to employ both passive, active and water cooling setups. A stylish hollow body heatsink, fitted with a silent integrated fan, ensures superb heat dissipation during extreme performance and overclocked PC gaming configurations. Tube connectors at each end of the heatsink provide easy integration with any water-cooled system. These technologies help combat high temperatures by effectively removing heat from critical areas of the motherboard (such as the CPU VRM zone), allowing it to remain cool, even when the battle heats up.
GIGABYTE AMP-UP AudioGIGABYTE G1-Killer motherboards are the world's first to feature an onboard OP-AMP socket, allowing enthusiasts to swap out the motherboard's onboard operational amplifier (OP-AMP) and explore personal audio preferences using a range of nuanced OP-AMPs. GIGABYTE G1-Killer motherboards feature an amplifier upgrade kit that includes a pair of specialized Operational Amplifiers and an IC Extractor. Additional amplifiers can be purchased separately to further expand audio capabilities.
GIGABYTE Exclusive Ultra Durable TechnologiesGIGABYTE 8 Series motherboards integrate the absolute best quality solid state capacitors that are rated to perform at maximum efficiency for extended periods, even in extreme performance configurations. This provides peace of mind for end users who want to push their system hard, yet demand absolute reliability and stability. With ultra-low ESR – no matter how high the CPU loading – these capacitors come in customized jet black exclusively on GIGABYTE 8 series motherboards. ("Rated for an unprecedented 10,000 hours of intensive operation at an incredible 105°C" – Nippon Chemi-Con)
Gold-Plated CPU SocketGIGABYTE 8 Series motherboards come equipped with a gold-plated CPU socket. Enthusiasts can enjoy absolute reliability and longevity for the CPU socket over time, without having any concerns about corroded pins and bad contacts.
2x Copper PCBGIGABYTE's exclusive 2X Copper PCBs design provides sufficient power trace paths between components. It handles greater-than-normal power loads and removes heat from the critical CPU power delivery area. This is essential to ensure the motherboard is able to handle the increased power loading that is necessary when overclocking.
Extreme Multi-GPU ConfigurationsFeaturing the latest PCIe Gen 3.0 support, the GIGABYTE G1.Sniper 5 motherboard is built to handle up to four discrete graphics cards, delivering the absolute maximum framerates at the very highest screen resolutions. The GIGABYTE G1.Sniper 5 supports both 4-Way Crossfire and 4-Way SLI, allowing gamers to see more clearly, aim better, and experience immersive 3D games more realistically than ever before.
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Model
Brand
GIGABYTE
Model
G1.Sniper 5
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type
LGA 1150
CPU Type
Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron (LGA1150)
Chipsets
Chipset
Intel Z87
Onboard Video
Onboard Video Chipset
Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic
Memory
Number of Memory Slots
4x240pin
Memory Standard
DDR3 3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/1600/1333
Maximum Memory Supported
32GB
Channel Supported
Dual Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 3.0 x16
2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
PCI Express x8
2 x PCI Express x8
PCI Express x1
3 x PCI Express x1
Storage Devices
SATA 6Gb/s
6 x SATA 6Gb/s by Intel Z87 4 x SATA 6Gb/s by Marvell 88SE9230
SATA RAID
6 x SATA 6Gb/s by Intel Z87 support RAID 0/1/5/10 4 x SATA 6Gb/s by Marvell 88SE9230 support RAID 0/1/10
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset
Creative Sound Core 3D
Audio Channels
6 Channels
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset
Intel i217V
Second LAN Chipset
Bigfoot E2201
Max LAN Speed
2 x 1Gbps
Rear Panel Ports
PS/2
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
HDMI
2 x HDMI
DisplayPort
1 x DisplayPort
USB 3.0
6 x USB 3.0
S/PDIF Out
1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
Audio Ports
5 Ports
Internal I/O Connectors
Onboard USB
4 x USB 3.0 + 4 x USB 2.0
Other Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 1 x CPU fan header 7 x system fan headers 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x heatsink LED power connector 1 x heatsink fan connector 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 2 x BIOS switches Voltage measurement points
Physical Spec
Form Factor
Extended ATX
Dimensions (W x L)
12" x 10.39"
Power Pin
24 Pin
Features
Features
4 Way (4,3,2 way bridge) SLI Support
4 Way Cross Fire X (2 way bridge) Support
DuaL BIOS: Yes (128Mx2) with new UEFI BIOS interface
Thermal: Gaming heatpipe (chipset + MOS) & MOS watercooling