Introducing the EVGA Z97 Motherboard Lineup

EVGA is proud to introduce its new Z97 motherboard lineup! These platforms offer a return to greatness with a new GUI BIOS interface, reimagined power VRM that focuses on efficiency, and are loaded with such features as Intel Gigabit LAN, Native SATA 6G/USB 3.0, Creative Core3D Audio (on select models) and more!

EVGA’s launch lineup includes three motherboards, two of which are available for preorder today. EVGA Z97 motherboards will begin shipping this month.

EVGA Z97 Classified

Engineered for the enthusiast and built from the ground up to give you all the essentials you need for overclocking. Comes with a GUI BIOS that is focused on functionality, new software interface for overclocking in the O.S., ultra high quality components, premium Creative Core3D audio, robust PCI-E 3.0, and memory trace layout.

Specifications

• Chipset – Intel® Z97
• SLI – 4-Way
• SATA – 8 SATA 6G
• USB – 6 USB 3.0 / 6 USB 2.0
• Memory Support – 4 DIMM Dual-Channel DDR3 2666MHz+ (up to 32GB)
• Capacitors – POSCAP/Solid State
• Form Factor – EATX
• Ethernet – 2x Intel® Gigabit NIC
• Audio – Creative Sound Core3D Quad-Core Audio Processor
• PCB – 8 Layers

Features

• 8 Phase PWM
• Onboard Power, Reset and Clear CMOS
• PCI-E Disable Switches
• E-LEET X Tuning Utility
• Triple BIOS Support
• Onboard CPU Temp Monitor
• 300% More Gold Content
• POSCAP Capacitors
• EZ Voltage Read Points
• 8+8 PIN CPU Power
• LucidLogix Virtu MVP 2.0 Support
• mSATA/mPCI-e Slot

External I/O

• 4x Rear Panel USB 3.0 Ports
• 4x Rear Panel USB 2.0 Ports
• Creative Sound Core3D Quad-Core Audio Processor
• 2x Mini-DisplayPort
• 2x Intel® Gigabit Ethernet

Internal I/O

• 2x USB 3.0 Headers
• 2x USB 2.0 Headers
• 8x SATA 6G Ports

EVGA Z97 FTW

Engineered for the performance users with excellent overclocking features. Includes a GUI BIOS that is focused on functionality, new software interface for overclocking in the O.S., high quality components, M.2 storage option and more.

Specifications

• Chipset – Intel® Z97
• SLI – 2-Way + PhysX
• SATA – 8 SATA 6G
• USB – 6 USB 3.0 / 6 USB 2.0
• Memory Support – 4 DIMM Dual-Channel DDR3 2666MHz+ (up to 32GB)
• Capacitors – POSCAP/Solid State
• Form Factor – ATX
• Ethernet – Intel® Gigabit NIC
• Audio – 8 Channel High Definition Audio
• PCB – 6 Layers

Features

• 6 Phase PWM
• Onboard Power, Reset and Clear CMOS
• PCI-E Disable Switches
• E-LEET X Tuning Utility
• Dual BIOS Support
• Onboard CPU Temp Monitor
• 300% More Gold Content
• POSCAP Capacitors
• EZ Voltage Read Points
• PCI-E Disable Jumpers
• LucidLogix Virtu MVP 2.0 Support
• M.2 Socket Type2 Slot

External I/O

• 4x Rear Panel USB 3.0 Ports
• 4x Rear Panel USB 2.0 Ports
• 8x Channel Audio + Optical
• Intel® Gigabit Ethernet
• 1x DisplayPort
• 1x HDMI

Internal I/O

• 2x USB 3.0 Headers
• 2x USB 2.0 Headers
• 8x SATA 6G Ports

EVGA Z97 Stinger Core3D Motherboard

Engineered for the mITX enthusiast with an ultra-compact form factor that still runs at full performance. Experience a GUI BIOS that is focused on functionality, new software interface for overclocking in the O.S., high quality components, premium Creative Core3D audio and more.

Specifications

• Chipset – Intel® Z97
• SATA – 4 SATA 6G
• USB – 6 USB 3.0 / 4 USB 2.0
• Memory Support – 2 DIMM Dual-Channel DDR3 2666MHz+ (up to 16GB)
• Capacitors – POSCAP/Solid State
• Form Factor – mITX
• Ethernet – 1x Intel® Gigabit NIC
• Audio – Creative Sound Core3D Quad-Core Audio Processor
• PCB – 10 Layers

Features

• 6 Phase PWM
• Onboard Power, Reset and Clear CMOS
• E-LEET X Tuning Utility
• Onboard CPU Temp Monitor
• 300% More Gold Content
• POSCAP Capacitors
• LucidLogix Virtu MVP 2.0 Support
• mSATA/mPCI-e Slot

External I/O

• 4x Rear Panel USB 3.0 Ports
• 4x Rear Panel USB 2.0 Ports
• Creative Sound Core3D Quad-Core Audio Processor
• 1x Intel® Gigabit Ethernet
• 1x E-SATA Ports
• 1x DisplayPort
• 1x HDMI

Internal I/O

• 1x USB 3.0 Header
• 1x USB 2.0 Header
• 4x SATA 6