Intel D865GVHZ Intel 865GV Socket 478 micro-ATX Motherboard w/Video, Audio & LAN
Bottom line: The Intel D865GVHZ Intel 865GV Socket 478 micro-ATX Motherboard w/Video is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Socket 478 mATX form factor
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
Build your own Socket 478 system with this Intel D865GVHZ mATX Motherboard! This Intel D865GVHZ is based on the Intel 865GV chipset and supports Pentium 4, Celeron D and Celeron processors with up to 800 MHz bus speeds! Two 184-pin DIMM sockets support up to 2 GB of DDR 400/333/266 MHz memory! This Intel Socket 478 motherboard features integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2 and Realtek ALC202A integrated audio. Two Serial ATA/150 controllers let you connect multiple hard drives. Get connected with the Intel 82562EZ 10/100 LAN Ethernet. Add expansion cards and upgrade this system with three PCI…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel D865GVHZ Intel 865GV Socket 478 micro-ATX Motherboard w/Video using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the retro motherboards category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Intel D865GVHZ Intel 865GV Socket 478 mATX Motherboard General Features: Intel 865GV chipset
- Socket 478 mATX form factor
- Supports up to 2 GB DDR 266/333/400 MHz memory (PC-2100/PC-2700/PC-3200) Intel Extreme Graphics 2
- Realtek ALC202A audio Intel 82562EZ 10/100 LAN Ethernet Motherboard Features:
- Two (2) SATA/150 connectors
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 |
| Chipset Type | Intel |
| Model Number | D865GVHZ |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Mfr Part Number | D865GVHZ |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Processor Socket | Socket 478 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Compatible Processors | Intel Celeron, Intel Celeron D, Intel Pentium 4 |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | DIMM |
| Memory Slots Available | 2 |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 2 GB |
| RAM Memory Maximum Size | 2 GB |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 2 GB |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 3 |
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Intel D865GVHZ Intel 865GV Socket 478 micro-ATX Motherboard w/Video, Audio & LAN is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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