MSI Z97-GAMING 7

This is an ATX board on the LGA1150 socket. Expansion covers 2 M.2 slots and 2 PCIe slots. Memory support covers 4 DDR4 slots up to 32GB total. Pick the board for its socket before anything else — chipset niceties come after.

Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Support and warranty service run through MSI, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked. Not sold on this particular motherboard? Browse the category listing to line it up against similarly priced alternatives.