I’m looking to upgrade my PC, and hoped to utilize integrated motherboard Wi-Fi. I know many of you will prefer ethernet, but unfortunately that isn’t an option for me.

I’ve read (and experienced) issues with Realtek Wi-Fi chipsets in the past, and heard that the Intel Wi-Fi chipset had better compatibility. But I’m struggling to find many options. Some boards don’t seem to specify (unless I’m misreading the specifications on their websites). And some, like Gigabyte, supported Intel Wi-Fi with some revisions but no longer do with the most recent. (see Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX, v1.0-1.2 use Intel Wi-Fi.

I’m not seeing stores specify the revision being sold, otherwise I’d consider that board.

Does anyone have recommendations on a good AM5 motherboard whose Wi-Fi plays well with Linux? Or do you all use any other solutions like Wi-Fi adapters? Also I’m planning on running Pop! OS.

  • ghoultekBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I disagree because M.2 slots are so good for storage. A high quality board with WiFi 6 AX or 6E is more than fine. Using it for Wifi communication seems like a waste of bandwidth/capacity. Having a dedicated Wifi port on the motherboard frees those precious M.2 slots for storage devices. You suggestion is more flexible with respect to upgrades over time. However, I seriously doubt there is real significant benefit for most home users to upgrade to the next Wifi protocol as soon as it comes out because one would have to upgrade the router as well to gain the full benefit. There are a plethora of wifi cards that will fit into existing PCI slots and are relatively cheap if the one buys a board without dedicated wifi. Also, there are a plethora of wifi products that will run over USB. Which is still a better option than an M.2 slot.