X99 PR9 LGA 2011-3 Motherboard for Intel Xeon E5 V3 V4 and Core i7 Series Processors on LGA 2011-v3 Socket (DDR4 Max 128GB, PCIe 3.0, M.2 Protocol, SATA 3.0, USB 3.0, Gigabit LAN)
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Bottom line: The X99 PR9 LGA 2011-3 Motherboard for Intel Xeon E5 V3 V4 and Core i7 Series Processors on LGA 2011-v3 Socket (DDR4 Max 128GB, PCIe 3.0, M.2 Protocol, SATA 3.0, USB 3.0, Gigabit LAN) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $58.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored X99 PR9 LGA 2011-3 Motherboard for Intel Xeon E5 V3 V4 and Core i7… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro motherboards category. SHANGZHAOYUAN's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. 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 Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by SHANGZHAOYUAN's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- LGA 2011-3 Motherboard: The Intel motherboard is designed with LGA2011-3 socket, support Xeon E5 V3 V4 and Core i7 series processors. (e.g. E5 2680 V3/E5 2676 V3/E5 2666 V3/E5 2650 V3/E5 2680 V4/E5 2683 V4/E5 2650 V4/E5 2697 V4, i7 6800K etc.)
- Dual-channel DDR4: The Intel LGA2011-v3 motherboard supports DDR4 memory up to 128GB (4*32GB), and supports 2133MHz/2400MHz (Overclocking is not supported), when using E5 V4 and i7 series CPUs, only ECC memory is supported
- Stable Power Supply: 6-phase power supply, all-solid-state capacitor design, fine workmanship, professional stability. And the DDR4 motherboard is equipped with 24+8 pin power interface (please use a brand power supply of at least 500w)
- Rich Interfaces: The computer motherboard features RJ45 gigabit network interfaces, and the maximum network transmission rate can reach 1000bps/s. And with M. 2 slot (support NVME SSD/NGFF SSD), PCIe 3.0 X16, PCIe x1, SATA 3.0, USB 3.0, USB 2.0
- High Performance Mainboard: The X99 motherboard is equipped with Q85 chipset, 10-layer PCB material. And the placa madre with Heat dissipation armor protection for strong heat dissipation, to ensure stable bus communication
- Package lists: 1* X99 PR9 motherboard, 1*SATA cable, 1*I/0 shield, 1*LGA2011-3 cooler bracket. IMPORTANT: The package does not contain a user manual. If you need the manual file, please download it from the product description page " Product guides and documents" or ask us on Amazon to get it. And the motherboard does not include a CR2032 battery, please purchase one yourself
Full Specifications
| Brand | SHANGZHAOYUAN |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 | 6 |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| CPU Model | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Socket | LGA 2011-3 |
| Model Name | X99 PR9 |
| Chipset Type | Intel Q85 Chipset |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | X99 PR9 |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Total Usb Ports | 8 |
| Processor Socket | LGA 2011-3 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 2 |
| Total SATA Ports | 3 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Server |
| Memory Clock Speed | 2133 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | Intel LGA 2011-3 Socket CPUs |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
| Memory Slots Available | 4 |
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X99 PR9 LGA 2011-3 Motherboard for Intel Xeon E5 V3 V4 and Core i7 Series Processors on LGA 2011-v3 Socket (DDR4 Max 128GB, PCIe 3.0, M.2 Protocol, SATA 3.0, USB 3.0, Gigabit LAN) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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