Motherboards

Think of your motherboard as the boss of your rig. It’s the one calling the shots, making sure your CPU, GPU, memory, and storage all play nice. JB Marketplace has an online-only range of motherboards for every form factor and every kind of build.

Got a small box PC? Sorted. Want a full tower beast with all the extras? Too easy. You’ll find the brands, the features, and the know-how right here to help you drop the right board in and fire your system up!

The form factor shapes how many slots, ports, and upgrades you’ll have to play with. That’s why the JB Marketplace range includes everything from slim little boards for space-savers to big units built for max power. Here’s how the sizes line up:

• ATX motherboards – Big enough to give you plenty of slots, ports, and headers, with room for future upgrades.
• E-ATX motherboards – Wider and packed with extras, from more PCIe lanes to added storage support.
• mATX motherboards – Micro-ATX motherboards usually keep an x16 slot for your GPU and enough connectors for a solid everyday or gaming build.
• Mini-ITX motherboards – Ideal for small form factor builds, with just one x16 slot for a GPU and fewer connectors overall.

For Intel builders, you’re mostly looking at LGA 1700 boards if you’re rocking 12th to 14th Gen Intel Core processors. Chasing the latest gear? The new LGA 1851 boards are landing for 15th Gen Arrow Lake to bring faster memory and extra PCIe grunt. On the AMD side, AM4 boards still cover Ryzen 5000, but if you’re stepping into Ryzen 7000 territory, you’ll want AM5.

Here’s what to check before locking in a board:

• Chipset – Stick to the basics for a no-fuss build, or step up to premium chipsets for more PCIe lanes, extra USB options, and headroom for overclocking.
• Memory support – Your board either runs DDR4 or DDR5. DDR4 is tried, true, and affordable. DDR5 is faster and future-ready. Just make sure the DIMM slots match your RAM, or you’ll be stuck with sticks that won’t boot!
• BIOS – A fresh BIOS can unlock newer CPUs and fix sneaky bugs. Quick update, big difference, and way easier than tearing your build apart later.
• GPU pairing – AMD plays nice with its own. Match your Ryzen CPU and AM5 board with an AMD Radeon GPU, and you unlock Smart Access Memory for bonus frames. Team blue? A solid board with your Intel Core CPU keeps your build stable, fast, and ready for the next upgrade.

If you want a solid gaming PC, you’ll want a board with grunt. That could mean PCIe 5.0 lanes to feed your hungry graphics cards, fans and water cooling options that keep temps low, and plenty of RGB to light up your setup.

Building a workstation? You’ll want steady power delivery, long-haul stability, and slots for days so you can stack drives, memory, and add-ons. Whatever side you’re on, there are motherboards here that fit.

For Gaming Builds

Gamers want speed and features that keep frames high and stutter low. Pair these with your favourite NVIDIA GeForce RTX card and you’re on. Here are some popular options available online through JB Marketplace:

• Asus ROG Strix – Premium gaming boards loaded with performance tuning, strong VRMs, and customisation.
• Asus TUF Gaming – Durable, reliable gear for builds that take a beating.
• Gigabyte Aorus – From the Aorus Pro to the Aorus Elite WiFi7, these boards bring serious grunt and future-ready features.
• MSI MAG – For gamers who want stability and style. The Tomahawk WiFi is a standout here.
• MSI Gaming Series – Options like Gaming Plus WiFi and Gaming X deliver smooth play at great value.

For Workstation Builds

Work rigs are all about stability and expandability. You want a board that can run flat out for hours while giving you the slots and connectors to grow, such as:

• MSI Pro – Simple, rock-solid boards made for professional use.
• Asus Prime – Models like the Asus Prime B550M-A WiFi II and B550M-K are perfect for compact work builds.
• Asus Prime WiFi-CSM – Enterprise-ready options with lifecycle support.

A good board isn’t just about size and sockets. The right features mean fewer bottlenecks and just way more fun. Here are the big ones to keep an eye on when you’re browsing the JB Marketplace range:

• Connectivity – Built-in WiFi 6E and Bluetooth keep your rig wire-free, while fast Ethernet ports lock in stable speeds for gaming and work.
• Video outputs – Onboard HDMI and DisplayPort come in handy if you’re not running a dedicated GPU or you just want backup options.
• USB-C – Most new boards come with USB-C (or type-C) for fast transfers and easy peripheral hookups. High-end boards even add Thunderbolt for pro-level speed.
• Expansion – Multiple PCI slots give you room for GPUs, capture cards, or sound cards. Check for SATA ports and SSD slots to keep your storage stacked.
• Power – Don’t forget the match-up with your power supplies. A good board distributes clean juice to every part, keeping your system stable.

Swapping your board doesn’t always mean ripping your whole rig apart. If the new one runs the same CPU socket, you can usually carry over your RAM modules, GPU, and storage without a hitch. Even your trusty hard drive can slot straight back in via SATA or M.2. Easy.

Still not sure? That’s what we’re here for. Check out the full range of PC parts and components available online at JB Marketplace. You’ll find gear to help you lock in the right board and keep your build running smoothly from the get-go!