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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Gigabyte's pressurized thermal pads lower SSD temperatures in M.2 slots by up to 12C
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Gigabyte has added pressurized thermal pads to M.2 slots for SSDs on its latest Aorus Stealth Ice motherboards (via Uniko's Hardware) to maximize heat dissipation of high-end SSDs. The motherboard maker claims that its pressurized thermal pad may reduce SSD temperature by 12 degrees Celsius, though it admits that the effect depends on multiple factors. Thermals often constrain the performance of high-end SSDs in an M.2 form-factor, as both the controller and memory packages tend to heat up under high loads. Most high-end drives come with a pre-installed heat spreader, and many high-end motherboards come with their thermal solutions for SSDs. However, these thermal solutions are mainly designed to cool down the controller and the upper side of the drives, whereas backplates are tailored for single-sided or double-sided drives. Apparently, Gigabyte has found a flexible solution. Literally. Gigabyte's EZ-Flex solution, introduced on its B850 Aorus Stealth Ice motherboard, addresses these shortcomings by combining pressurized thermal pads with a spring-loaded, flexible backplate. This setup adapts to the thickness of both single- and double-sided M.2 SSDs, maintaining uniform pressure and ensuring better thermal contact on both sides of the drive. As a result, SSD temperatures can be reduced by up to 12°C, helping to prevent thermal throttling and sustain high performance during intensive workloads. Gigabyte's EZ-Flex design not only improves thermal performance and enhances compatibility with both single- and double-sided SSDs, but it also ensures more consistent mechanical pressure for better stability and reduces the risk of installation errors due to its adaptive fit. As a bonus, such a design could reduce SSD bending after prolonged usage. In addition, lowering temperatures helps extend the lifespan of SSD components. It minimizes performance throttling under sustained workloads, making it especially beneficial for users handling large data transfers or demanding applications. It remains to be seen whether EZ-Flex will now be a part of all Gigabyte's motherboards, or will only be featured on premium solutions. Considering that the B850 is not a premium platform, EZ-Flex will likely be a widespread feature on Gigabyte mainboards. After all, just two springs are not expensive, right? Follow Tom's Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Korea Herald
09-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Original in STEALTH: GIGABYTE Unveils STEALTH ICE Series with AMD X870, B850 Motherboards and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Graphics Card
TAIPEI, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, continues to redefine DIY PC building with its innovative Project STEALTH, first introduced in 2022. The Project STEALTH concept was the industry's pioneer in adopting reverse-connector motherboards for a cleaner, more streamlined assembly. Now, responding to the growing demand for all-white and cableless PC builds, GIGABYTE launches the STEALTH ICE Series, featuring the AMD X870 and B850 motherboards alongside the GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card. Together with the GIGABYTE C500 PANORAMIC STEALTH ICE chassis, users can now have a truly pure-white setup with a stunning 270-degree panoramic view. The Project STEALTH elevates the user experience by moving all connectors to the rear side. This reverse-connector layout enables faster and neater cable management, making it easier for users to assemble and maintain their builds. With more spaces on the front side, users can showcase custom cooling, RGB lighting, and stylish decoration on the builds. Beyond aesthetics and easier assembly, GIGABYTE ensures that the Project STEALTH build is highly compatible. In addition to supporting its own chassis lineup, GIGABYTE has partnered with over 10 renowned case manufacturers, including Corsair, Fractal Design, Phanteks, and more, to provide reverse-connector-ready cases across more than 20 models. This makes the Project STEALTH the most compatible and flexible solution in the market for cableless PC builds. Whether you're a minimalist seeking a clean visual setup or an enthusiast aiming for the pure white gaming rig, the STEALTH ICE Series delivers unmatched elegance and practicality. Experience a new level of PC DIY with Project STEALTH, where aesthetics meet engineering.
Cision Canada
09-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Original in STEALTH: GIGABYTE Unveils STEALTH ICE Series with AMD X870, B850 Motherboards and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Graphics Card
TAIPEI, May 9, 2025 /CNW/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, continues to redefine DIY PC building with its innovative Project STEALTH, first introduced in 2022. The Project STEALTH concept was the industry's pioneer in adopting reverse-connector motherboards for a cleaner, more streamlined assembly. Now, responding to the growing demand for all-white and cableless PC builds, GIGABYTE launches the STEALTH ICE Series, featuring the AMD X870 and B850 motherboards alongside the GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card. Together with the GIGABYTE C500 PANORAMIC STEALTH ICE chassis, users can now have a truly pure-white setup with a stunning 270-degree panoramic view. The Project STEALTH elevates the user experience by moving all connectors to the rear side. This reverse-connector layout enables faster and neater cable management, making it easier for users to assemble and maintain their builds. With more spaces on the front side, users can showcase custom cooling, RGB lighting, and stylish decoration on the builds. Beyond aesthetics and easier assembly, GIGABYTE ensures that the Project STEALTH build is highly compatible. In addition to supporting its own chassis lineup, GIGABYTE has partnered with over 10 renowned case manufacturers, including Corsair, Fractal Design, Phanteks, and more, to provide reverse-connector-ready cases across more than 20 models. This makes the Project STEALTH the most compatible and flexible solution in the market for cableless PC builds. Whether you're a minimalist seeking a clean visual setup or an enthusiast aiming for the pure white gaming rig, the STEALTH ICE Series delivers unmatched elegance and practicality. Experience a new level of PC DIY with Project STEALTH, where aesthetics meet engineering.
