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GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming review: 109 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150CPU socket:LGA 1151Chipset:Intel Z370Form factor:ATX

GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 14 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Motherboards category and whether it is worth buying.

GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists, owners and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 20%, List score 20%, Sentiment score 10%, User score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

5.9

Technical score

20%

8.6

Reviews score

20%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

5.9

Sentiment score

10%

8.6

User score

â–²Better than 51% of motherboards
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the motherboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a motherboard that offers a strong balance of features, performance, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 53%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

19%

5.8

Memory

16%

7.9

Platform

16%

5.4

Storage

15%

4.5

Network

13%

4.5

Ports

8%

4.6

Expansion

8%

6.5

Power & Cooling

5%

9.2

Audio

â–¼Worse than 54%
8.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

9.4

Popularity

Grades by review (14)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–²Better than 78%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 61% of models

70%

8.7

Rating

30%

8.3

Popularity

â–²Better than 61%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 20% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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What reviewers say about the GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming

Based on 9 · 5

Audio and overclocking get praise, while networking and the BIOS draw complaints and storage splits reviewers.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming

Based on 33 owners sharing their experience in online comments

39%positive9%mixed52%negative

Owners praise stable high overclocks and cool temperatures, but VRM heat, Optane limits, and startup failures drive complaints.

What owners dislike

  • Some owners report VRM temperatures reaching 106–126°C during AIDA64 or stress tests, and one says removing the plastic heatsink washers helped.5
  • Owners say Intel Optane caching on this board is hard to set up or gives little speed gain over a normal SSD.4
  • Some owners say the system powers on and off in a loop, shows no display, or fails to detect the CPU after installation.4
  • Owners say the board becomes unstable under stress tests at 5.0GHz with high voltage, and one reports severe voltage droop under load.3
  • Some owners report the board dying after about two years, or being returned after problems.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of motherboard GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

19%

5.8

Memory

16%

7.9

Platform

16%

5.4

Storage

15%

4.5

Network

13%

4.5

Ports

8%

4.6

Expansion

8%

6.5

Power & Cooling

5%

9.2

Audio

5.9
Reviews score
8.6
User score
8.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the motherboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a motherboard that offers a strong balance of features, performance, and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.8
CPU socket
LGA 1151
This motherboard uses LGA 1151, which is less up-to-date than 70.7% of Motherboards and the same as 13.7% of Motherboards.
300-series / v2 revision.
CPU platform
Intel
Chipset
Intel Z370
This motherboard uses Intel Z370, which is less capable than 62.6% of Motherboards and as capable as 1.8% of Motherboards.
Form factor
ATX
Integrated graphics support
yes
This motherboard supports integrated graphics. 10.2% of motherboards support this feature.
Rear outputs: HDMI + DVI.
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DDR memory version
DDR4
This motherboard uses DDR4, which is more modern than 13.4% of Motherboards and the same as 50.4% of Motherboards.
Memory slots
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This motherboard has 4 Memory slots, which is more than 21.9% of motherboards and equal to 72% of motherboards.
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This motherboard supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is less than 63% of motherboards and equal to 23.9% of motherboards.
Memory channels
2
Maximum RAM speed
2,666 MT/s
Market range: <2.1k MT/s – >8k MT/s
This motherboard supports memory speeds up to 2,666 MT/s, which is lower than that of 79.2% of motherboards and equal to that of 4.6% of motherboards.
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N. of M.2 sockets
2
Market range: <0 – >4
This motherboard has 2 M.2 sockets, which is more than 30.5% of motherboards and equal to 34.5% of motherboards.
M.2 slot interface per slot
1x PCIe 3.0 x4/x2, 1x PCIe 3.0 x4/x2/SATA
This motherboard offers M.2 slots: 1x PCIe 3.0x4/x2, 1x PCIe 3.0x4/x2/SATA, which is slower than 60.3% of Motherboards and the same as 0.1% of Motherboards.
N. of SATA 3 connectors
6
Market range: <4 – >8
This motherboard has 6 SATA 3 connectors, which is more than 53.5% of motherboards and equal to 31.2% of motherboards.
Supported RAID levels
0/1/5/10
This motherboard RAID support: 0/1/5/10, which is more flexible than 32.5% of Motherboards and the same as 67.5% of Motherboards.
JBOD excluded from RAID-level set
NVMe RAID support
yes
This motherboard supports NVMe RAID. 40.2% of motherboards support this feature.
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N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
0
Market range: <0 – >1
This motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slots, which is fewer than 31.6% of motherboards and equal to 68.4% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
0
Market range: <0 – >1
This motherboard has 0 PCIe 4.0x16 slots, which is fewer than 44.8% of motherboards and equal to 55.2% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 3.0 x16 slots
3
Market range: <0 – >3
This motherboard has 3 PCIe 3.0x16 slots, which is more than 82.7% of motherboards and equal to 11.1% of motherboards.
PCIe slot electrical configuration
x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4
This motherboard splits its PCIe lanes as x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4, which is more generous than 62.6% of Motherboards and the same as 12.4% of Motherboards.
PCIe bifurcation support
yes
This motherboard supports PCIe bifurcation. 40.3% of motherboards support this feature.
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Total USB ports (rear I/O)
8
Market range: <6 – >10
This motherboard has 8 USB ports (rear I/O), which is more than 40.6% of motherboards and equal to 30.3% of motherboards.
Total USB ports (including headers)
15
Market range: <11 – >19
This motherboard has 15 USB ports (including headers), which is more than 47.7% of motherboards and equal to 13.5% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (rear I/O)
1
Market range: <0 – >2
This motherboard has 1 USB-C ports (rear I/O), which is more than 35.8% of motherboards and equal to 48.3% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (including headers)
2
Market range: <0 – >3
This motherboard has 2 USB-C ports (including headers), which is more than 51.7% of motherboards and equal to 33% of motherboards.
N. of USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C)
0
Market range: <0 – >1
This motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C), which is fewer than 18% of motherboards and equal to 82% of motherboards.
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LAN speed
1 Gbps
Market range: <1 Gbps – >2.5 Gbps
This motherboard supports LAN speeds up to 1 Gbps, which is lower than that of 51.1% of motherboards and equal to that of 48.9% of motherboards.
LAN controller
Intel I219-V
This motherboard has a Intel I219-V LAN controller, which is faster than 58.2% of Motherboards and equal to 10% of Motherboards.
N. of RJ45 ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This motherboard has 1 RJ45 ports, which is fewer than 14.4% of motherboards and equal to 85.6% of motherboards.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This motherboard supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 50% of motherboards support this feature.
Wi-Fi 5.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This motherboard uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is newer than 49.8% of Motherboards and the same as 10.4% of Motherboards.
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Audio codec
Realtek ALC1220
This motherboard uses Realtek ALC1220, which is higher-end than 65.5% of Motherboards and the same as 12.9% of Motherboards.
Audio channels
7.1
This motherboard offers 7.1 audio channels, which is more than 4.7% of motherboards and equal to 95.3% of motherboards.
Audio SNR
120 dB
Market range: <95 dB – >120 dB
This motherboard has an audio SNR of 120 dB, which is higher than that of 55.6% of motherboards and equal to that of 41% of motherboards.
Headphone amp support
yes
This motherboard supports a headphone amp. 41.2% of motherboards support this feature.
Smart Headphone Amp.
N. of 3.5mm audio jacks
5
Market range: <2 – >6
This motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks, which is more than 50.6% of motherboards and equal to 36.3% of motherboards.
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VRM phases
7
This motherboard has 7 VRM phases, which is fewer than 81% of motherboards and equal to 1.1% of motherboards.
N. of CPU power connectors
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This motherboard has 1 CPU power connectors, which is fewer than 45.2% of motherboards and equal to 54.9% of motherboards.
N. of fan headers
6
Market range: <3 – >8
This motherboard has 6 fan headers, which is more than 50% of motherboards and equal to 22.3% of motherboards.
Pump header
yes
This motherboard has a pump header. 22.1% of motherboards include this feature.
Pump header max current
2 A
Market range: <0 A – >3 A
This motherboard supports up to 2 A on the pump header, which is higher than that of 45.1% of motherboards and equal to that of 32.6% of motherboards.
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What reviewers say

GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming vs the average motherboard

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  • Includes dual BIOS
    This motherboard has dual BIOS, while the average motherboard does not. 22.4% of motherboards include dual BIOS.
  • 1 more PCIe x4 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe x4 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe x4 slot/s.
    1 vs 0
  • More capable LAN controller
    This motherboard has a faster LAN controller than the average motherboard (Intel I219-V vs Killer + Intel + Realtek).
    Intel I219-V vs Killer + Intel + Realtek
  • More capable onboard audio
    This motherboard has a higher-end audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC1220 vs Realtek ALC897).
    Realtek ALC1220 vs Realtek ALC897
  • 2 more PCIe x1 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe x1 slots than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe x1 slot/s.
    3 vs 1
  • 17.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    â–² Better than 78% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    9.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.6 vs 7.3
  • 1 more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers
    This motherboard has more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB4 or Thunderbolt header/s.
    supports Thunderbolt add-in card
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more RGB headers
    This motherboard has more RGB headers than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 RGB header/s.
    2 vs 1
  • 17.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 78% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    9.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.6 vs 7.3
  • 16.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 61% of models

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    8.3

    Popularity

    8.6 vs 7.4
  • Includes dual BIOS
    This motherboard has dual BIOS, while the average motherboard does not. 22.4% of motherboards include dual BIOS.
  • 2 more SATA 3 connectors
    This motherboard has more SATA 3 connectors than the average motherboard (6 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 SATA 3 connectors.
    6 vs 4
  • 1 more PCIe x4 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe x4 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe x4 slot/s.
    1 vs 0
  • 2 more PCIe x1 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe x1 slots than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe x1 slot/s.
    3 vs 1
  • 2 more PCIe 3.0x16 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe 3.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe 3.0x16 slot/s.
    3 vs 1
  • 1 more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers
    This motherboard has more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB4 or Thunderbolt header/s.
    supports Thunderbolt add-in card
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more total USB-C connections
    This motherboard has more total USB-C connections than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 total USB-C connections.
    2 vs 1
  • More capable LAN controller
    This motherboard has a faster LAN controller than the average motherboard (Intel I219-V vs Killer + Intel + Realtek).
    Intel I219-V vs Killer + Intel + Realtek
  • More capable onboard audio
    This motherboard has a higher-end audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC1220 vs Realtek ALC897).
    Realtek ALC1220 vs Realtek ALC897
  • 5 dB higher audio SNR
    This motherboard has a higher audio SNR than the average motherboard (120 dB vs 115 dB). The average motherboard has audio SNR of 115 dB.
    120 dB vs 115 dB
  • 2 more 3.5mm audio jacks
    This motherboard has more 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (5 vs 3). The average motherboard has 3 3.5mm audio jacks.
    5 vs 3
  • 1 more RGB headers
    This motherboard has more RGB headers than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 RGB header/s.
    2 vs 1
  • Includes onboard RGB lighting
    This motherboard has onboard RGB lighting, while the average motherboard does not. 50% of motherboards include onboard RGB lighting.
    multiple onboard RGB lighting zones
  • More basic chipset
    This motherboard uses a more basic chipset than the average motherboard (Intel Z370 vs Intel B860).
    Intel Z370 vs Intel B860
  • 60% lower LAN speed
    This motherboard has a lower LAN speed than the average motherboard (1 Gbps vs 2.5 Gbps). The average motherboard offers LAN speed of 2.5 Gbps.
    1 Gbps vs 2.5 Gbps
  • Slower NVMe storage slots
    This motherboard has slower M.2 slots than the average motherboard (1x PCIe 3x4/x2, 1x PCIe 3x4/x2/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5x4, 2x PCIe 4x4).
    1x PCIe 3.0x4/x2, 1x PCIe 3.0x4/x2/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 2x PCIe 4.0x4
  • 50% less maximum memory capacity
    This motherboard has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average motherboard (64 GB vs 128 GB). The average motherboard supports 128 GB of memory.
    64 GB vs 128 GB
  • Fewer VRM phases
    This motherboard has fewer VRM phases than the average motherboard (7 vs 10). The average motherboard has 10 VRM phase/s.
    7 vs 10
  • 43.3% lower maximum RAM speed
    This motherboard has a lower maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (2,666 MT/s vs 4,699.5 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,699.5 MT/s.
    2,666 MT/s vs 4,699.5 MT/s
  • 1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    This motherboard has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 DisplayPort outputs.
    0 vs 1
  • 21.3% lower sentiment score
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • 21.3% lower sentiment score
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • More basic chipset
    This motherboard uses a more basic chipset than the average motherboard (Intel Z370 vs Intel B860).
    Intel Z370 vs Intel B860
  • 50% less maximum memory capacity
    This motherboard has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average motherboard (64 GB vs 128 GB). The average motherboard supports 128 GB of memory.
    64 GB vs 128 GB
  • 43.3% lower maximum RAM speed
    This motherboard has a lower maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (2,666 MT/s vs 4,699.5 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,699.5 MT/s.
    2,666 MT/s vs 4,699.5 MT/s
  • 20% lower overclocked RAM speed
    This motherboard has a lower overclocked RAM speed than the average motherboard (4,000 MT/s vs 5,000 MT/s). The average motherboard supports overclocked RAM speed of 5,000 MT/s.
    4,000 MT/s vs 5,000 MT/s
  • Slower NVMe storage slots
    This motherboard has slower M.2 slots than the average motherboard (1x PCIe 3x4/x2, 1x PCIe 3x4/x2/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5x4, 2x PCIe 4x4).
    1x PCIe 3.0x4/x2, 1x PCIe 3.0x4/x2/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 2x PCIe 4.0x4
  • 1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    This motherboard has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 DisplayPort outputs.
    0 vs 1
  • 60% lower LAN speed
    This motherboard has a lower LAN speed than the average motherboard (1 Gbps vs 2.5 Gbps). The average motherboard offers LAN speed of 2.5 Gbps.
    1 Gbps vs 2.5 Gbps
  • Fewer VRM phases
    This motherboard has fewer VRM phases than the average motherboard (7 vs 10). The average motherboard has 10 VRM phase/s.
    7 vs 10

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
KitGuruTech
≈ estimated
01/12/2017
Hands-on review · VRM temperature and overclocking tests
Verdict
GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming is fine for gaming and general use, but weak for heavy overclocked rendering.
9.0
Vortez
≈ estimated
05/10/2017
Hands-on review · overclocking and audio tests
Verdict
GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming is an excellent choice for a Coffee Lake upgrade and belongs on your shortlist.
9.0
Tech Showdown
≈ estimated
23/07/2018
Hands-on review · BIOS, ports and layout
Verdict
GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming is a solid overall board with good value for money, though it lacks onboard buttons.
8.0
ThinkComputers
≈ estimated
20/02/2018
First look · feature and port walkthrough
Verdict
GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming packs many features that gamers and enthusiasts will enjoy, especially its RGB lighting.
6.0
OC3D RushKit
≈ estimated
05/10/2017
First look · accessories and lighting demo
Verdict
GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming has a nice black design, but its customisable overlay needs more options from the maker.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
kitguru.net
✓ explicit
04/12/2017
Hands-on test · Mid-range Z370 board
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Ultra Gaming offers most of the Aorus Gaming 7's features for much less, and is easy to set up and control from Windows.
9.0
bit-tech.net
≈ estimated
03/11/2017
Lab test · Budget gaming board
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Ultra Gaming suits budget builders wanting strong overclocking and RGB lighting, as long as you don't need Wi-Fi or an M.2 heatsink.
9.0
vortez.net
≈ estimated
10/05/2017
Lab test · Overclocking board
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Ultra Gaming is a strong overclocking choice for the Core i7-8700K, reaching 5GHz at 1.37V but no higher.
5.0
overclock3d.net
≈ estimated
31/10/2017
Hands-on test · Lighting and overclocking
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Ultra Gaming is a stylish, affordable board with standout lighting, but its immature BIOS and hot VRMs make performance inconsistent for now.
8.1
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
04/11/2017
Hands-on review · Mid-range Z370 board
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming is a well-built mid-range board with passive cooling, good audio and easy overclocking, though its price could be lower.
9.0
muycomputer.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2018
Hands-on test · Mid-range Z370 board
Verdict
The GIGABYTE Z370 ULTRA GAMING is a good-value board with strong build quality and easy overclocking, though its BIOS has room to improve.
7.6
geeknetic.es
✓ explicit
21/03/2018
Hands-on review · Wi-Fi Z370 board
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming WiFi packs in built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, but has only one HDMI output and few on-board buttons.
10
nexthardware.com
✓ explicit
21/05/2018
BIOS walkthrough · Gaming Z370 board
Verdict
The GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS ULTRA GAMING WIFI is an excellent base for a gaming build, with a BIOS that offers both easy and full tuning modes.
9.0
pc-gaming.it
≈ estimated
09/03/2018
Lab test · RGB gaming board
Verdict
The Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Ultra Gaming is a well-equipped, competitively priced board whose RGB lighting is hard to beat at this price, but lacks Wi-Fi and an M.2 cover.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming

  • Extensive and highly customizable RGB lighting with RGBW and digital LED support
  • Clean, attractive aesthetic with a black and silver color scheme
  • Solid mid-tier value with features like dual M.2 slots and reinforced PCIe slots
  • High-quality onboard audio solution (ALC 1220 codec)
  • Comprehensive fan control and user-friendly BIOS interface
  • Competitive power consumption compared to other Z370 motherboards

What customers don't like about GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming

  • High VRM temperatures under intensive CPU workloads (e.g., rendering or extreme stress tests)
  • Limited VRM hardware capacity for stable 5GHz+ overclocks on 8th-gen i7 processors
  • Plastic I/O shroud potentially hinders airflow over voltage regulators
  • Reported software issues with the Gigabyte App Center and UX design
  • Lack of integrated Wi-Fi and M.2 heatsinks (in the standard non-WIFI version)
  • Performance inconsistencies reported in some early BIOS versions

Verdict

The GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming is an ATX motherboard designed for 8th Gen Intel Core processors, featuring the LGA1151 socket and Intel Z370 chipset. Key specifications include four DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB at overclocked speeds of 4000MHz+, dual M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 slots, and extensive connectivity with USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Type-C and Type-A) and Intel GbE LAN. Main pros consist of its vibrant RGB Fusion lighting, high-quality ALC1220 audio codec with a smart headphone amp, and a user-friendly UEFI BIOS with Smart Fan 5 for advanced cooling control. However, notable cons include reported high VRM temperatures under extreme overclocking workloads and the absence of native Nvidia SLI support on some revisions.

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