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ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT
LGA1150Intel Z97Mini-ITXDDR3WiFi1 M.2
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Full Specifications
Platform, memory, storage, expansion, and connectivity specs.
SocketLGA1150
ChipsetIntel Z97
Form FactorMini-ITX
ColorBlack / Red
Memory TypeDDR3
Memory Slots2
Max Memory16 GB
Max Speed3300 MHz
ECC SupportNo
M.2 Slots1
M.2 Details2242/2260/2280/22110 M-key
SATA 6 Gb/s Ports4
About This Product
The ASUS Maximus VII Impact is a Mini-ITX motherboard designed for Intel LGA1150 CPUs, offering a compact solution for high-performance builds. It supports DDR3 memory up to 16GB across two slots, suitable for gaming or productivity systems where space is a premium. This board targets users building small form factor PCs who require robust overclocking capabilities typically found on larger ATX boards, differentiating it from more basic Mini-ITX options.
Pros
- Robust power delivery for overclocking
- Compact Mini-ITX form factor
- Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- High-quality audio solution
Cons
- Limited to two memory slots
- DDR3 memory is an older standard
