Motherboard mATX GIGABYTE 8I845GVM-RZ-PL SOCKET 478 DDR PCI
Bottom line: The Motherboard mATX GIGABYTE 8I845GVM-RZ-PL SOCKET 478 DDR PCI 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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Manufacturer description
Other items Short delivery times Fast shipping products 3 year guarantee We issue an invoice with VAT Quality guarantee 10 years on the market Description Mainboard mATX GIGABYTE 8I845GVM-RZ-PL SOCKET 478 DDR PCI Manufacturer: Gigabyte Model: 8I845GVM-RZ-PL Socket: 478 (Socket N) Chipset: INTEL 82845GV GMCH Number of RAM slots: 2 Expansion slots: 2x PCI, 2x IDE, FDD Connections - back: 2x PS/2, COM, LPT, VGA, GAME/MIDI, 3x AUDIO, LAN, 2x USB I/O shielding: Yes Format: micro ATX No original packaging. Will be sealed in a static bag. Written guarantee - 2 years !!! Product gallery More…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Motherboard mATX GIGABYTE 8I845GVM-RZ-PL SOCKET 478 DDR PCI using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Gigabyte'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 retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| chipset | Intel 845GVM |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR |
| form_factor_size | Mini-ATX |
| onboard_graphics | true |
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