{"id":12367,"date":"2024-08-19T17:50:49","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T17:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=12367"},"modified":"2024-08-19T17:50:49","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T17:50:49","slug":"what-are-the-different-motherboard-sizes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=12367","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Different Motherboard Sizes?"},"content":{"rendered":"


\n<\/p>\n

\n

When you first learn how to build a PC<\/a>, everything can seem super complicated, but one of the most confusing things you’ll come across is motherboard sizing. Depending on the type of case you’ve bought for your build (and what kind of hardware you want to put in your computer in general) you can have a ton of different size options. Below I’ll go through all of the main modern motherboard iterations and what they mean.<\/p>\n

Looking to learn more about gaming or PC gear? Be sure to have a look at our guides for the Best Gaming Keyboards<\/a>, Best Gaming Mice<\/a>, Best Gaming Headsets<\/a>, and Best Gaming Controllers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Power up with unlimited access to<\/em> WIRED<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong> Get best-in-class reporting that’s too important to ignore for just $2.50<\/del> $1 per month for 1 year. Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content. Subscribe Today<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n

\n
\n

If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\n

What Is ATX?<\/h2>\n

Ever wonder why most modern computer motherboards look the same? That\u2019s because they almost all use ATX, a standard for motherboards, power supplies, and desktop cases that defines size, position, and power delivery. This set of rules helps every component work together, regardless of manufacturer.<\/p>\n

For our purposes, we\u2019re interested in the physical dimensions. Some elements, like the size and location of the ports on the back, are consistent across all of the ATX variations. Other aspects of the standard, like the width and length of the board, are indicated by their own acronyms, helping you quickly identify the size and compatibility.<\/p>\n

Just ATX<\/h2>\n
\n