CASE ATX MICRO-ATX MINI-ITX mATX TOWER CON ALIMENTATORE 500W CABINET COMPUTER- • EUR 77,97 (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between mini ATX and Mini-ITX? ›

Mini-ITX motherboards, which measure approximately 6.7 x 6.7 inches, are significantly smaller than Micro-ATX models measuring 9.6 x 9.6 inches. This smaller size makes Mini-ITX ideal for tiny computers that are even suitable for travelling, but offer fewer features and limited expansion options compared to Micro-ATX.

In computer design, microATX (sometimes referred to as μATX, uATX or mATX) is a standard motherboard form factor introduced in December 1997.

Reduced Size Means Reduced Cost. Perhaps the most important benefit of M-ATX PCs though, is cost. Thanks to their reduced physical size and materials that go into the smaller motherboard, you can make a noticeable saving by opting for an M-ATX PC over a full-size ATX design.

Mini-ATX motherboards are a smaller form factor of the ATX motherboards. They typically use surface-mount technology for component placement, solid state capacitors to ensure stable power delivery, and an 8-layer PCB design to increase durability and longevity.

Regarding cost, Mini-ITX motherboards and cases often carry a premium price tag compared to their larger equivalents for various reasons, such as the specialized design and niche market. Certain components, like compact power supplies and cooling solutions, also often come at a higher cost.

(Information Technology EXtended) A family of very small PC motherboards from VIA Technologies. See PC motherboards.

Micro-ATX boards are generally cheaper because they simply include fewer components to their design. ATX boards having to accommodate more inside one board brings the price up. That said, an ATX board might be the right choice for you if you need a lot of what it offers.

ATX is standard, offering more expansion slots and ports. ATX provides more space for RAM, GPUs, and additional cards. microATX is smaller, sacrificing some slots for a compact build. microATX strikes a balance, fitting smaller cases comfortably.

EATX (Extended ATX) is a bigger version of the ATX motherboard with 12 × 13 in (305 × 330 mm) dimensions.

Firstly, they are compact and take up less space, making them ideal for building small and portable systems. Secondly, they consume less power compared to larger motherboards, which can be beneficial for energy efficiency and reducing heat output.

Why should you get a better motherboard? ›

Typically, high-end CPUs benefit from motherboards with more robust chipsets for better performance and connectivity options. Quality motherboards usually feature better power phases and cooling solutions, influencing the CPU's stability, overclocking potential, and long-term reliability.

Also in line with the ATX standard, a Micro ATX motherboard has slightly smaller dimensions than an ATX motherboard: 244 x 244 mm or 9.6″ x 9.6″. Square in shape, Micro ATX motherboards typically have 4 RAM slots and support at least 64GB, although some models can go as high as 128GB.

Cases fall into a variety of sizes that support one or more motherboard sizes. Small-form-factor cases are usually limited to supporting small mini-ITX motherboards, while Mini or Small-Tower cases cater to micro-ATX motherboards. Mid-Tower cases are the most popular and are able to house larger ATX motherboards.

Mini-ITX motherboards typically consume less than 100 watts of power, about 5 to 25 watts less than larger architectures.

Mini-ITX specifies length to be 6.7 inches with width of 6.7 inches. It is the smallest form factor possible utilizing ATX mounting holes.

Mini-ITX boards can therefore often be used in cases designed for ATX, micro-ATX and other ATX variants if desired. Mini-ITX motherboards have only one expansion slot. Earlier Mini-ITX motherboards had a standard 33 MHz 5V 32-bit PCI slot, whereas newer motherboards use a PCI Express slot.

Powerful Performance

Despite their compact size, Mini-ITX PCs can house high-performance components, including the latest CPUs, graphics cards, and storage devices. This allows users to build powerful machines capable of handling demanding tasks, such as gaming, video editing, and 3D rendering.

What are Mini-ITX motherboards? Mini-ITX is a compact motherboard configuration designed to support relatively low-cost computers in small spaces such as in automobiles, set-top boxes and network devices. It can also be used to make thin client computers.

A mini-ITX case is one of the smallest PC case sizes available as it supports the mini-ITX motherboard. For such a build, an SFX PSU is ideal and in fact necessary as mini-ITX cases are too small for ATX PSUs. One such case is Cooler Master's MasterBox NR200P.