The Intel B85 chipset is a budget-friendly chipset designed for use with Intel's 4th generation (Haswell) Core processors for desktop computers. It is a mid-range chipset that offers a balance of performance and affordability, making it popular among budget-conscious consumers and small businesses.
The B85 chipset provides support for up to four SATA 6Gbps ports, two USB 3.0 ports, and eight USB 2.0 ports. It also includes support for Intel Rapid Storage Technology, which allows users to configure RAID arrays for improved performance or data redundancy.
The chipset supports up to 16GB of DDR3 memory and includes Intel's integrated graphics technology, which provides basic graphics performance without the need for a dedicated graphics card. It also supports Intel's Turbo Boost Technology, which allows the processor to automatically increase its clock speed when needed for improved performance.