Gigabyte Z77X-UP5 TH Dual Thunderbolt Motherboard Unboxing
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The Gigabyte Z77X-UP5 TH has TWO Thunderbolt ports to go with its overclocking features, and support for SLI and Crossfire multi way GPU configurations. As you probably noticed, I filmed this a while ago but forgot to upload it. Hence the old studio. twitter.com @LinusTech Buy it now at NCIX: ncix.com
The video presents an unboxing and first look at the Gigabyte Z77X-UP5 TH dual Thunderbolt motherboard. The host dives into the Ultra Durable 5 design and the new power delivery system, highlighting how the board runs cooler and could enable better overclocking thanks to its high current capability and efficient layout. Alongside power delivery, the host details integrated features such as support for current Intel Core processors, dual BIOS, and 3D power technology, while noting the built-in Thunderbolt, dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and humidity-protective copper and glass fabric PCB. The unboxing continues with a look at the accessory bundle, including a SLI bridge, IO shield, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module, antennas, SATA cables, and USB 3.0 front bay adapter, emphasizing premium touches and the all-black PCB aesthetic that Gigabyte achieves with its UD series. The host then walks through the motherboard layout, pointing out the ideal open-bench test area, the 8-pin power location, 24-pin connector, multiple USB 3.0 front headers, and the array of PCIe and SATA ports, noting that the board supports dual Thunderbolt, multi-GPU configurations, and flexible expansion while maintaining clear labeling and accessible test points for voltages and memory controller monitoring. The video closes with a recap of the board’s IO options, Thunderbolt capabilities, and display outputs, underscoring its target audience of enthusiasts who want strong overclocking potential, modern connectivity, and robust build quality in a single high-end motherboard.
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Questions answered
- What makes the Gigabyte Z77X-UP5 TH stand out compared to typical motherboards of its era?
- Its standout features include Ultra Durable 5 power delivery with high current capability for cooler, more stable overclocking, dual Thunderbolt ports with high bandwidth, integrated Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module, a dense, black matte PCB with humidity protection, and a front-panel USB 3 header cluster for easy access.
- Does the board support multiple GPUs and how flexible is the PCIe slot layout?
- Yes, it supports two-way SLI and two-way Crossfire, with a PCIe layout that provides a mix of 16x and 8x electrical lanes, including a 1x PCIe slot for a wireless module and a combination that allows both compatibility and potential performance depending on configuration.