Today we have an unboxing and review of a motherboard.
#Huannan Gold Medal B760M-K Motherboard#
Original content from the user “Zhang Dama Wholesale Department”
Thanks to Zhang Dama Wholesale Department for submitting this review article.
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Preface from Zhang Dama Wholesale Department
Due to work requirements, I assembled a dedicated 24/7 PC workstation for cryptocurrency mining, running continuously for 2 months, and today I would like to share some practical experiences after assembling this low-cost workstation.
What is the most critical aspect of building a PC?
The most critical aspect of building a PC is the motherboard, as it determines the direction of the entire platform and the compatibility of the whole PC. If you want to control the budget on the motherboard, while also wanting a solidly built, high-performance, and brand-new motherboard, choosing a domestic brand is the only option.
When choosing domestic brands, you should opt for leading brands in the domestic motherboard market, balancing quality and budget. I highly recommend Huannan Gold Medal; I have used this brand twice, and to sum it up, its stability and craftsmanship far exceed expectations.
The core of this build revolves around the Huannan Gold Medal B760M-K motherboard. After assembling so many systems, the compatibility options for this motherboard are more DIY-friendly and enjoyable than I imagined.
Overview of Core Components for the PC Workstation
Processor: I5 12490F
Motherboard: Huannan Gold Medal B760M
Graphics Card: AMD Professional Graphics Card W3100
Memory: Domestic memory priced under 100 yuan for 32GB.
SSD: OEM factory
First, let’s look at the specific performance of the motherboard, with the model number marked in the lower right corner, B760M-K-D4, a typical B760 micro ATX board that supports DDR4 memory..
Huannan Gold Medal has accelerated the release speed of motherboards in recent years, considering that DDR4 memory prices have hit rock bottom, this motherboard is a good choice for tight budgets.
Of course, if you want stronger performance, you can choose Huannan Gold Medal B760M-D5 PLUS, which supports DDR5 memory, but considering that DDR5 memory prices are significantly higher than DDR4, the overall configuration will also increase in cost.
Huannan Gold Medal B760M-K-D4 is a cost-effective MATX motherboard, compatible with the LGA1700 socket, supporting 12th and 13th generation Intel Core processors, but I recommend using a 12th generation processor as it is the best fit, as the memory limits the motherboard’s capabilities.
This motherboard is well-built, the B760M-K-D4 is compact, with M-ATX specifications measuring 235*185mm, making it a good choice for assembling a mini PC.
In the past two years, Huannan Gold Medal’s motherboards have shown a significant leap in craftsmanship, with this motherboard having a clean layout that allows for easy visibility of all materials and components, and the overall layout is very tidy, which minimizes restrictions and interference during assembly.
On the B760M-K-D4 motherboard, the area around the CPU core is almost devoid of components, designed to facilitate installation by distributing components around the edges of the motherboard, which also enhances the airflow for CPU cooling.
The motherboard is compact, providing 2 DDR4 memory slots, supporting a maximum capacity of 64GB, which is sufficient for daily use. Currently, DDR4 memory is priced around 35 yuan for 16GB and just over 100 yuan for 32GB. Thus, this motherboard significantly reduces the budget for other components.
Next to the memory slots, there is a dedicated capacitor, which is a feature that many mainstream high-end motherboards now have, providing dedicated power for the memory module, indicating that this motherboard supports a certain level of overclocking capability.
The users of this motherboard are typically experienced builders who likely appreciate its multiple NVMe slots..
The motherboard is equipped with 2 PCIe 4.0×4 M.2 NVMe slots (supporting dual SSDs), and has a reserved slot for a WiFi card. The PCIe slot near the CPU is 10% faster than the one further away. I recommend installing the system drive in this area.
The motherboard emphasizes cost-effectiveness, with the rear I/O ports focused on practical settings, including USB 3.2 (10Gbps), DP 1.4, and dual HDMI 2.1 video outputs, along with 5 USB ports.
While the number of ports is limited, they are practical. The network card uses a Realtek Gigabit network card, which is reasonable for a motherboard priced in the hundreds.
It is compatible with various coolers, whether installed horizontally or vertically, and even most server coolers can be installed.
This time, I paired two fans, starting with a server fan that is a bit loud but has excellent temperature control, making this board a top choice for industrial control PCs, which is a key reason many users choose this board..
Performance Testing of the Build
Before performance testing, let’s showcase the build. The mainstream housing further compresses the overall budget.
The CPU is the Core I5 12490F, and the memory is currently the cheapest available online, with 2 sticks costing 35 yuan. The AMD W3100 graphics card is also priced just over 120 yuan in the second-hand market.
It powered on successfully on the first try, and while the CPU does not have much overclocking headroom, this motherboard supports a certain level of memory overclocking.
Overall benchmark scores:
With slight upgrades to the components, achieving over a million points is very easy.
It has been running for 2 months without crashing, with the CPU running stably under full load and no blue screens.
The memory’s default frequency is 2667MHz, which is the maximum frequency limit for this memory, but it can also be slightly overclocked on the motherboard, and currently, achieving 3200MHz overclocking is relatively easy.
The SSD benchmark scores are quite good, as this motherboard supports PCIe 4.0.
TXBENCH testing shows normal read and write speeds for the SSD.
Summary from Zhang Dama Wholesale Department
Over the past two years, I have had a lot of confidence in domestic computer components, mainly because I have been trying to buy domestic products whenever possible.
Huannan Gold Medal motherboards have shown significant improvements in product quality over the years, and they are even better than some foreign brands in the same segment. Overall stability performance is commendable.
The Huannan Gold Medal B760M-K-D4, features a 6-phase power supply design, solid materials, and a complete interface configuration, making it suitable for daily office work and data processing.
Additionally, the manufacturer provides a 3-year warranty service, further reducing concerns.
