The B660 is a mid-range chipset designed for Intel 12th and 13th Generation Core processors. It is a popular choice for gaming and home theater PCs that require a balance of features and affordability. B660 motherboards offer a good number of expansion slots, support for fast PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs, and a variety of USB ports.

B660 Motherboard Specifications

• Socket: LGA1700
• Chipset: Intel B660
• Memory support: Dual-channel DDR4, up to 128GB
• PCIe lanes: Up to 12 PCIe 5.0, up to 4 PCIe 4.0
• Storage: Up to 6 SATA 3.0 ports, up to 3 M.2 slots (PCIe 5.0 x4 or PCIe 4.0 x4)
• USB ports: Up to 12 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, up to 2 USB 2.0 ports
• Audio: Realtek ALC887 codec or similar
• Networking: Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E (optional)
• Form factor: ATX, Micro ATX, Mini-ITX

THE B660 Motherboard Features

• Support for Intel 12th and 13th Generation Core processors
• Dual-channel DDR4 memory support
• PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 lanes for the latest graphics cards and storage
• M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs for lightning-fast boot times and loading
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for high-speed data transfers
• Gigabit Ethernet for reliable wired internet connectivity
• Wi-Fi 6E (optional) for high-speed wireless connectivity
• Realtek ALC887 audio codec or similar for high-quality sound
• Multiple form factors to fit different PC builds
• Overclocking support for enthusiasts

B660 Motherboard Limitations

• Compared to high-end chipsets, the B660 may have fewer PCIe 5.0 lanes and fewer expansion slots.
• Overclocking capabilities may vary depending on the motherboard manufacturer and specific model.

Overall, B660 motherboards are a great choice for gaming and home theater PCs that require a balance of features and affordability. They offer support for the latest Intel Core processors, PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 for fast graphics cards and storage, and a variety of other features to meet the needs of demanding users.

Here are some popular B660 motherboards:

• ASUS ROG Strix B660-A Gaming WiFi
• MSI MPG B660 Tomahawk WiFi
• Gigabyte B660M D3H

Here is a table comparing the B660 to other Intel chipsets: