About the Gigabyte GA-H61M-S Micro-ATX Motherboard
The Gigabyte GA-H61M-S motherboard is built for users who need a dependable and cost-effective Intel LGA1155 platform for daily use. Powered by the Intel H61 chipset, it supports 2nd and 3rd Gen Intel Core processors, including popular i3, i5 and i7 models, delivering consistent performance for office work, home tasks, browsing, streaming and simple productivity. With DDR3 memory support, this board offers affordable upgrades while maintaining solid system responsiveness. Its compact Micro-ATX design makes it ideal for space-saving builds without losing essential connectivity or expandability.
SATA storage compatibility ensures support for HDDs and SSDs, enabling users to significantly improve boot times and load speeds when using modern SSDs. Depending on CPU support, HDMI and VGA outputs allow the motherboard to connect to both older and newer displays, making it suitable for a wide range of environments. Gigabyte’s Ultra Durable components, solid capacitors and stable power delivery ensure long-term reliability. Multiple USB ports, PCIe expansion for graphics cards, onboard audio, and LAN connectivity round out its essential features.
The Gigabyte GA-H61M-S is ideal for users seeking a simple, stable and dependable motherboard for budget-friendly Intel system builds.
Gigabyte GA-H61M-S Micro-ATX Motherboard Specifications:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Gigabyte GA-H61M-S |
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX |
| Chipset | Intel H61 |
| CPU Support | Intel 2nd/3rd Gen Core i3/i5/i7 (LGA1155) |
| Memory Support | DDR3 |
| Storage | SATA HDDs and SSDs |
| Graphics Output | HDMI, VGA (CPU dependent) |
| Networking | LAN |
| Expansion Slots | PCIe slot for GPU and add-ons |
| Durability | Ultra Durable components, solid capacitors |
| Ideal Use | Home PCs, office desktops, education systems, everyday productivity |
Best For
• Budget-friendly Intel LGA1155 builds
• Home and office desktops
• Students and everyday productivity tasks
• Users upgrading older systems
• Compact Micro-ATX PC setups
• Browsing, media use, documentation and basic workloads
The Gigabyte GA-H61M-S provides stable performance, essential features and long-lasting durability, making it a dependable and affordable foundation for everyday home, school and office computing.
