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GIGABYTE Unleash 9 Series G1™ Gaming Motherboards

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PRESS RELEASE

Built for Gamers Who Were ‘Born to Game'

Taipei, Taiwan, May 22nd, 2013 - GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, launched today its latest 9 series G1TM Gaming motherboards based on the Intel® Z97 Chipset with support for the latest Intel® 4th and 5th generation CoreTM processors. The new G1TM Gaming motherboards are packed with absolutely everything you'll need to build an uncompromising, high-performance gaming PC.

The GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards deliver a range of exciting features such as the GIGABYTE's Amp-Up AudioTM and several other advanced technologies for serious gamers and audiophiles, including the world's first onboard OP-Amp socket. Additionally, the KillerTM E2200 gigabit Ethernet controller offers enhanced online gaming and online media performance compared to standard solutions.

"With the launch of the G1TM Gaming motherboards in 2010, GIGABYTE set out to define what it means to be a PC gamer and made its mission to focused solely on the features that matter most to them," commented Henry Kao, Vice President of GIGABYTE Motherboard Business Unit. "With the new GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards, GIGABYTE maintains this philosophy by providing our customers with features that can't be found on competitive products at the same price segment, including industry leading audio technologies, extreme 4-way graphics support and dual Killer/Intel Networking. GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards were definitely designed for gamers that aren't satisfied with second best."

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming Motherboards

With a full range of top-to-bottom G1TM Gaming motherboards including the compact, yet powerful Z97N-Gaming 5 Mini-ITX motherboard, GIGABYTE has a gaming motherboard suited for any type of gamer, no matter what type of game they play. Featuring the distinctive G1TM detailing and sexy new red and black styling, GIGABYTE G1TM motherboards are sure to make gamers stand out from the horde.

Extended 4 Year Warranty

We have so much confidence in our new Gaming range we are also pleased to announce an extended 4 Year Warranty on the below listed Z97 G1TM Gaming motherboards:

Z97X-Gaming G1, Z97X-Gaming GT, Z97X-Gaming 7, Z97X-Gaming 5, Z97MX-Gaming 5, Z97N-Gaming 5, Z97X-Gaming 3.

To claim your FREE 4 Year Warranty from GIGABYTE UK is quick and easy.

Just check the details at this website: http://j.mp/4YrWrnty.

G1TM Performance

Extreme Multi-GPU Support

To take full advantage of the gaming experience, flawless graphics are a must, that is why the GIGABYTE 9 series G1TM Gaming motherboards feature optimized support for AMD CrossFireTM configuration and NVIDIA SLI technology. That is especially the case for the GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK which can support either 4-Way CrossFireTM or 4-Way SLITM action, delivering the ultimate in graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution.

M.2 Onboard Connector

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards come equipped with an onboard M.2 slot, providing users PCI-Express connectivity for SSD devices. Delivering up to 10 Gb/s data transfer speeds, M.2 offers users considerably faster storage performance than current mSATA and even SATA Revision 3 (6Gb/s) storage devices.

SATA Express Connector

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards feature an onboard SATA Express connector which provides performance far superior to that of current SATA technologies. SATA Express features data transfer rates of up to 10Gb/s, considerably higher than SATA Revision 3 (6Gb/s), which won't bottleneck faster NAND flash technologies in cutting edge SSDs. SATA Express combines the benefits of PCI-Express and SATA to provide much higher bandwidth, allowing SATA Express based drives to perform at similar speeds as PCI-Express based drives.    

GIGABYTE App Center Including EasyTuneTM and Cloud StationTM Utilities

GIGABYTE APP Center gives you easy access to wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard. Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE APP Center allows you to launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system.  

G1TM Audio  

GIGABYTE AMP-UP AudioTM Technology

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards are equipped with the GIGABYTE exclusive AMP-UP Audio ttechnologies, which provides the industry's highest level of onboard audio features. With GIGABYTE AMP-UP Audio, gamers and audiophiles are able to experience crisp, ultra realistic sound effects while gaming, and the richest possible sound experience when listening to their favorite music and movies.

Upgradeable OP-AMP with Gain Boost

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards feature an onboard OP-AMP socket, allowing enthusiasts to swap out the motherboard's onboard operational amplifier (OP-AMP) and explore personal audio preferences using a range of nuanced OP-AMPs available on the market. Additional amplifiers can be purchased separately to further expand audio capabilities.

Gain Boost

To further optimize the audio experience provided by the onboard OP-Amp, GIGABYTE motherboards also debut Gain Boost. Gain Boost allows users to switch between 6x and x2 amplification depending on the speakers or headphones being used. Most OP-Amps are capable of providing a high-gain audio output that is ideal for high-end headphones and speakers that have higher impedance headroom.

Creative® Sound Core3DTM Quad-Core Audio Processor Plus Creative SBX Pro Studio Audio Suite

Combining world's first Quad-Core Creative Sound Core3D Audio Processor Plus Advanced Creative SBX PROSTUDIO Audio Suite, the GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards lead the way in terms of audio quality. SBX Pro StudioTM suite of audio playback technologies delivers a new level of audio immersion. Realistic surround sound, the ability to clearly hear specific sounds in a gaming environment are just a few elements of SBX Pro Studio that enhances the overall experience, be it movies, games or music.

Realtek ALC 1150 115dB SNR HD Audio Plus Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3

Additional GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards feature the ALC1150, a high-performance multi-channel High Definition Audio Codec that delivers an exceptional audio listening experience with up to 115dB SNR, ensuring users get the best possible audio quality from their PC.

The ALC1150 provides ten DAC channels that simultaneously support 7.1-channel sound playback, plus 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the front panel stereo outputs. Two stereo ADCs are integrated and can support a microphone array with Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC), Beam Forming (BF), and Noise Suppression (NS) technologies. The ALC1150 incorporates Realtek proprietary converter technology to achieve Front differential output 115dB Signal-to-Noise ratio (SNR) playback (DAC) quality and 104dB SNR recording (ADC) quality.

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards also include Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3 software suite. Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3 software suite is a powerful audio platform offering premium audio quality, effects and features for gamers. It features SBX Pro StudioTM suite of technologies, which is designed to give you the fullest audio experience.

Dual USB DAC-UP

Featuring dual USB 2.0 port, GIGABYTE USB DAC-UP provides clean, noise-free power delivery to your Digital-to-Analog Converter. DACs can be sensitive to fluctuations in power from the other USB ports, which is why GIGABYTE USB DAC-UP takes advantage of an isolated power source that minimizes potential fluctuations and ensures the best audio experience possible.

Dedicated Audio Hardware Zone  

To help protect and insulate the high fidelity Creative Sound Core3DTM audio processor and onboard amplifiers from electromagnetic interference (EMI), GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards feature an audio noise guard that essentially separates the board's sensitive analog audio components from potential noise pollution at the PCB level. LED trace path lighting Illuminates to show the separation of the PCB layers.

High End Audio Capacitors

GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards use high end, Japanese branded Nichicon audio capacitors. These professional audio capacitors deliver the highest quality sound resolution and sound expansion to create the most realistic sound effects for professional gamers.

Gold Plated Audio Hardware
Tor improved connectivity and long lasting durability of some of the most vulnerable I/O, GIGABYTE G1TM Gaming motherboards pack top quality gold plated audio and HDMI connectors. Gold has superb signal conductivity and will not tarnish over extended periods of use. The Creative Sound Core3DTM processor is also shielded by a gold plated cover which eliminates electrostatic interference.

G1TM Networking  

Killer Networking

GIGABYTE 9 series G1TM Gaming motherboards feature the KillerTM E2200 from Qualcomm Atheros, a high-performance, adaptive gigabit Ethernet controller that offers better online gaming and online media performance compared to standard solutions. The KillerTM E2200 features Advanced Stream Detect technology, which identifies and prioritizes all network traffic to ensure important applications that require high-speed connectivity are prioritized over less important traffic.

Intel® Gigabit LAN

Intel® Gigabit LAN networking, a popular choice with gamers, delivers several performance-enhancing features such as advanced interrupt handling to help reduce CPU overhead and Jumbo Frame support for extra large data packets. 

G1TM Looks

All New Heat Sink Design  

GIGABYTE 9 series G1TM Gaming motherboards features new heat sink designs that offer uncompromisingly efficient cooling on key areas of the motherboard including the PWM area and chipset (PCH). GIGABYTE 9 Series G1TM Gaming motherboards offer cooling support of the crucial PWM area so even the most aggressive and extreme configurations will be kept well within optimal thermal parameters.

Water Block Thermal Design with G1/4 Threaded Fittings

Tube connectors at each end of the heat sink provide easy integration with any water cooled system. These technologies help combat high temperatures by effectively removing heat from critical areas of the motherboard such as the CPU VRM zone, allowing it to remain cool, even when the battle heats up. 

Exclusive GIGABYTE Ultra DurableTM Features

GIGABYTE OPT Fan Support

Many of today's 3rd party water cooling systems require CPU fan power support for both the cooling fan and the water pump. GIGABYTE 9 Series G1TM Gaming motherboards feature OPT fan support, an additional CPU fan pin header that can be used to connect a water pump and configured for continuous full speed operation. The OPT Fan is also useful for high performance coolers employing two fans.

10K Durable BlackTM Soild Caps

GIGABYTE 9 series G1TM Gaming motherboards integrate the absolute best quality solid state capacitors that are rated to perform at maximum efficiency for a guaranteed minimum of 10K hours. Not only do they provide ultra-low ESR no matter how high the CPU loading, they also come in customized jet black from Nippon Chemi-Con and Nichicon.

5x (15μ) Gold Plated CPU Socket Design

GIGABYTE 9 Series G1TM Gaming motherboards come equipped with a gold plated CPU socket, which means that enthusiasts can enjoy absolute reliability and longevity for the CPU socket overtime, without having any concerns about corroded pins and bad contacts.

GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOSTM with Dashboard Mode

GIGABYTE's UEFI DualBIOSTM has a redesigned user interface that offers users the chance to take control of their BIOS environment like never before.

  • Take control of how your BIOS looks and feels with a fully customizable UI
  • Adjust overclocking and performance settings in real-time
  • Smooth mouse control and shortcuts for fast navigation

*Some features may vary by model

GIGABYTE 9 series G1TM Gaming Model List

 

Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK

Z97X-Gaming G1

Z97X-Gaming GT

G1.Sniper Z97

Z97X-Gaming 7

Z97X-Gaming 5

Z97MX-Gaming 5

Z97N-Gaming 5

Z97X-Gaming 3

 

 

 

 

For more details regarding GIGABYTE 9 series G1TM Gaming motherboards, please go to:

http://g1.gigabyte.com/ 

About GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE, headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, is known as a global leading brand in the IT industry, with employees and business channels in almost every country. Founded in 1986, GIGABYTE started as a research and development team and has since taken the lead in the world's motherboard and graphics card markets. On top of Motherboards and Graphics cards, GIGABYTE further expanded its product portfolio to include PC Components, PC Peripherals, Laptops, Desktop PCs, Network Communications, Servers and Mobile Phones to serve each facet of the digital life in the home and office. Everyday GIGABYTE aims to "Upgrade Your Life" with innovative technology, exceptional quality, and unmatched customer service. Visit http://uk.gigabyte.com for more information.