Motherboards come in different shapes and sizes, but luckily there are some standards set in place so that a lot of motherboards and cases can work together. For the most part these sizes apply to all desktop computers but some computers you buy from manufacturers don’t follow all the rules. This is usually fine when you buy the whole computer as a unit, but it becomes tricky if you want to swap a new motherboard into the case or build one from scratch.
A gaming motherboard should have at least two PCIe slots for Crossfire or SLI video cards.
Processor socket and chipset
Processor
processor
Processor
Micro-ATX
True
Energy-saving monitors are typically driven by the computer's power settings and not the motherboard itself. The motherboard's role is to provide power and connectivity to components, but the settings to enable energy-saving features like putting the monitor to sleep are usually controlled by the operating system.
It depends a lot on how many features the board has and how integrated those features are into the main chipset comprised of a northbridge and often a southbridge. Microchip is a pretty broad term as well, which could potentially mean all ICs, integrated circuits which is the typical meaning so I will give an approximate number of 18. It will vary from motherboard to motherboard, typically in between 13 and 25.
chipset and socket type
6
One of the most important features of a motherboard is its chipset, which acts as the communication hub between the CPU, memory, and peripheral devices. The chipset determines compatibility with various components, including RAM, storage devices, and expansion slots, thereby influencing overall system performance and upgrade potential. Additionally, the motherboard's form factor affects the case size and layout, impacting airflow and cooling efficiency. Overall, these features collectively dictate the functionality and capability of a computer system.