Motherboard GIGABYTE B860M EAGLE V2 — Micro ATX, LGA 1851, Intel B860, 2 DIMM DDR5 up to 9066MHz, PCIe 5.0, 2.5GbE

GIGABYTE B860M EAGLE V2 is a Micro ATX motherboard designed for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors with the LGA 1851 socket and Intel B860 chipset. It supports dual-channel DDR5 memory across two DIMM slots with up to 128 GB capacity and very high memory frequencies. The board integrates a robust 6+1+2 phase digital VRM, PCIe 5.0 capability, multiple M.2 and SATA storage options, and 2.5GbE networking, providing a compact platform for gaming, content creation and general-purpose PC builds that demand modern connectivity and fast memory performance.

Advantages

The motherboard combines a compact Micro ATX form factor with high-end features such as a digital 6+1+2 VRM solution for stable power delivery, support for PCIe 5.0 devices, and dual M.2 slots including a PCIe 5.0 x4 capable slot for ultra-fast NVMe storage. Memory support for DDR5 with XMP profiles and a maximum of 128 GB enables high-frequency memory configurations. Additional conveniences include screwless EZ-Latch designs for PCIe and M.2 installation, AI-assisted BIOS presets for optimized performance, and enhanced thermal solutions for VRM and M.2 components.

Suitable for

• Compact gaming systems with high-speed memory and modern GPUs
• Content creation rigs requiring fast storage and memory bandwidth
• General desktop and office PCs that need reliable networking and storage

Key specifications

• Form factor: Micro ATX
• Chipset: Intel B860
• Processor socket: LGA 1851 (Socket V1) for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
• Memory: 2 × DDR5 DIMM slots, dual channel, up to 128 GB, XMP support
• VRM: Digital 6+1+2 phase power design
• Expansion: PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (for GPU) and additional PCIe lanes for devices
• Storage: 2 × M.2 slots (one supports PCIe 5.0 x4), SATA III ports, RAID 0/1/5/10 support
• Networking: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• Audio: 7.1 channels (Realtek ALC897)
• BIOS: UEFI AMI with Clear CMOS jumper

How to use

Install the motherboard into a compatible Micro ATX case, fit an LGA 1851 Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) CPU and attach an appropriate cooler following the cooler manufacturer’s instructions. Insert DDR5 memory modules into the two DIMM slots, observing recommended slot population for dual-channel operation and enabling XMP in BIOS if using XMP-capable modules. Install storage devices into the M.2 slots or SATA ports as required; use the PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for the fastest NVMe drives. Connect power supply cables to the 24-pin ATX and CPU power connectors, attach front-panel connectors and peripherals, then update or configure UEFI BIOS settings including AI Perfdrive presets for optimized performance.

Recommendations

For stable high-frequency DDR5 operation, use matched XMP-capable memory modules and enable XMP/DOCP in BIOS; ensure adequate case airflow and VRM cooling when running demanding workloads or overclocking.