1. Intel
H370/B360/H310
Info Kit V1.7

2. Z370 H370 B360 H310
Code Name Coffee Lake
CPU Type LGA1151
Memory Channels /
DIMMs per Channel
2 channels / 2 DIMMs per channel
2 channels /
1 DIMM per channel
CPU Overclocking Yes No
Maximum PCI-Express
Lanes (Gen)
24(3.0) 20(3.0) 12(3.0) 6(2.0)
Total USB Ports
USB 3.1 Gen2/Gen1/USB 2.0
0/10/4 4/4/6 4/2/6 0/4/6
Total SATA Port (SATA 3.0) 6 6 6 4
SATA RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 Yes Yes No No
Maximum Intel RST for
PCIe Storage Ports
(x2 M.2 or x4 M.2)
3 2 1 0
Intel®
Optane™
Technology
Yes Yes Yes No
Windows7 support No
Z370, H370, B360, H310 Chipset Comparison

3. H370 H270 B360 B250 H310 H110
Code Name Coffee Lake Kaby Lake Coffee Lake Kaby Lake Coffee Lake Sky Lake
CPU support 8th
Gen Core 7th
Gen Core 8th
Gen Core 7th
Gen Core 8th
Gen Core 6th
Gen Core
Memory Channels /
DIMMs per Channel
2 channels / 2 DIMMs per channel
2 channels /
1 DIMM per channel
CPU Overclocking No
Maximum PCI-Express
Lanes (Gen)
20(3.0) 12(3.0) 6(2.0)
Total USB Ports
USB 3.1 Gen2/Gen1/USB 2.0
4/4/6 0/8/6 4/2/6 0/6/6 0/4/6
Total SATA Port
(SATA 3.0)
6 6 4
SATA RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 Yes No
Maximum Intel RST for
PCIe Storage Ports
(x2 M.2 or x4 M.2)
2 1 0
Intel®
Optane™
Technology
Yes No
• The main spec of 300 series chipset will be as same as 200s.
H370, B360, H310 Chipset Comparison to previous Generation

4. MORE CORES

5. MSI 300 series: Optimized for 6-core and next
To maximize the performance from the new Intel® 6-core processors, all
MSI 300-series motherboards are designed to deliver plenty of power.
• Optimized PWM design specifically for 6 cores
• More power phases and military class components ensure the most
stable experience and the highest FPS.
MSI 300-series are built for hardcore gamers and PC enthusiasts.

6. Core i7
7th Gen Core Series Family
(Kabylake-S)
4 Cores
8 Threads
6 Cores
12 Threads
Core i5
4 Cores
4 Threads
6 Cores
6 Threads
Core i3
2 Cores
4 Threads
4 Cores
4 Threads
• Core i7 7700K
• Core i7 7700
• Core i5 7600K
• Core i5 7500
• Core i5 7400
8th Gen Core Series Family
(Coffee Lake-S)
• Core i3 7350K
• Core i3 7300
• Core i3 7100
• Core i7 8700K
• Core i7 8700
• Core i5 8600K
• Core i5 8600
• Core i5 8500
• Core i3 8350K
• Core i3 8300
• Core i3 8100
<DDR4-2400>
<DDR4-2400>
<DDR4-2400>
<DDR4-2666>
<DDR4-2666>
<DDR4-2400>
CPU Core/Thread & STD Memory Frequency Transition

7. Pentium Gold
Celeron
2 Cores
2 Threads
•G5600
•G5500
•G5400
• G4920
• G4900
8th Gen Core Series Family (1st Wave)
(Coffee Lake-S)
<DDR4-2400>
CPU Core/Thread & STD Memory Frequency Transition
2 Cores
4 Threads
<DDR4-2400>

8. DO MORE

9. Not only Gaming
Dedicated
Tools

10. H370
• H370 GAMING PRO CARBON
• H370 GAMING PLUS
The PERFORMANCE GAMING motherboards usher in a new era of gaming and
personalization. With unique look & feel, unlimited customization options, and
packed with more exclusive gaming features than ever, these GAMING
motherboards are sure to offer you the best of the best game experience.
H310
• H310M GAMING ARCTIC
• H310M GAMING PLUS
B360
• B360 GAMING PRO CARBON
• B360 GAMING ARCTIC
• B360 GAMING PLUS
• B360M GAMING PLUS
• B360I GAMING PRO AC
GAME IN STYLE

11. H370
• H370M BAZOOKA
Born to satisfy your gaming desire, ARSENAL motherboards are designed with
unique styles featuring heavy plated heat sinks and military style, ready for
anything. Besides the appearance, these motherboards are fueled by high quality
components and are packed with gaming-oriented features, boosting your
gaming experience.
CONQUER THE BATTLEFIELD
B360
• B360M MORTAR TITANIUM
• B360M MORTAR
• B360M BAZOOKA

12. H310
• H310-A PRO
• H310-F PRO
• H310M PRO-M2
• H310M PRO-VDH
• H310M PRO-VHL
• H310M PRO-VH
• H310M PRO-VD
• H310M PRO-VL
• H310M PRO-D
• H310I PRO
Combining reliable quality with top performance and clever business solutions are
key aspects of MSI PRO SERIES motherboards. Engineered to gratify even the most
demanding professionals, these motherboards will fit in any PC, making your life
easier and supporting your business with super stable, reliable and long-lasting top
performance.
B360
• B360-A PRO
• B360-F PRO
• B360M PRO-VDH
• B360M PRO-VH
• B360M PRO-VD
ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE, MAXIMUM CLASS

13. PERFORMANCE

14. Core Boost
Core Boost technology combines MSI’s
premium layout and optimized power
design which allows for faster and
undistorted immediate delivery to the
CPU at pin-point precision.
It not only supports multi-core CPU but
also creates the perfect conditions for
your CPU overclocking.

15. Fast & Stable: Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2
Optimize your devices together with
MSI exclusive X-BOOST for even better
transfer speed, saving a lot of time
when transferring data.
This handy tool is very easy to use and
automatically detects & optimizes the
USB devices connected to your system.
Featuring the Intel USB 3.1 Gen2, MSI motherboards offer never before seen USB
speeds with more stability when connecting USB devices.

16. More and more users now enjoy the
performance of PCIe storages.
Intel® Optane™ technology is another
choice to speed up your HDD, by
combining of high throughput, low
latency, high quality of service, and high
endurance. MSI 300 Series motherboards
are ready for Intel® Optane™ Memory.
Intel® Optane™ Memory ready
NOTICE: H310 chipset
does not support Optane

17. 750 kits
1000 kits
500 kits
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under
extreme conditions and different configurations to ensure your system runs stable no
matter what.
Memory
compatibility
tested*
Extreme Stability & Compatibility testing
100 series
2015
200 series
2017
300 series
2018

18. THERMAL & RELIABILITY

19. With more cores’ processors, thermal and power design is more important to make
sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit
design ensures even high-end i7 CPU to run in full speed with MSI motherboards.
8-10ºC lower temperature
Enhanced PWM design
4+2+1
power phases and up
*Thermal test results vary under different environments and configurations.
26% bigger design

20. EZ DEBUG LED
OVERVOLTAGE
PROTECTION
PREMIUM
POWER PHASES
MSI motherboards are designed to deliver maximum performance no matter
what by using premium components. They also come with many benefits which
power users and enthusiasts can use to fine-tine their system.
More for Reliability
Total Fan Control

21. Steel Armor and Steel Slot
New type STEEL SLOT its
strength is same as Steel Armor.
STEEL ARMOR strengthens
the connector and
shields it from EMI.
Heavy Soldered
Connections
4X STRONGER
ANTI-BENDING

22. We’ve made sure you can enjoy your system endlessly.
High Quality, Industry Leading Design
Double ESD Protection
Double ESD protection with
double layer grounding around
the motherboard mounting
holes can prevent Electrostatic
discharge (ESD) surges from
damaging the motherboard.
MSI uses components with the latest evolution of
the industries’ highest quality standard. MSI
quality approved components are shielded with
the best protection and make sure your system
run smoothly under the most extreme gaming
conditions.
COMPONENTS CHOSEN BY ONLY HIGH
QUALITY AND STABILITY

23. GAMING DESTINY

24. First in and Keep moving on RGB
Selected MSI
motherboards come
with customizable
RGB LED on the
heatsinks or PCB.
With the convenience of Mystic Light
Sync, you can control all the RGB
components from other brands.
Supports both PC and smartphone.
Three pin headers for RGB
strips / rainbow strips /
Corsairs RGB devices to dress
up your rig.

25. Audio Boost 4 and Nahimic
High Definition ALC1220
Audio Processor
Separated Audio ChannelsAudio Caps For Warm Sound
Isolated Audio design with
RGB* LED
H370 GAMING PRO CARBON
B360 GAMING PRO CARBON
Virtual Surround Sound Tracker Smart Loudness
Voice Clarity Bass Boost Voice Shaper
H370 GAMING PRO CARBON
B360 GAMING PRO CARBON
H370 GAMING PLUS
B360 GAMING PLUS
B360M GAMING PLUS

26. Have you ever feel interrupted between game sound and voice app? Voice Boost
can auto-adjust the volume and make them on perfect balance.
Voice Boost: Get clearer order in GAME
H370 GAMING PRO CARBON
B360 GAMING PRO CARBON
H370 GAMING PLUS
B360 GAMING PLUS
B360M GAMING PLUS

27. BIOS & SOFTWARE

28. Command Center Live Update
DPC Latency Tuner
APP Manager CPU-Z
X-Boost
Fast Boot & Go2BIOS
RAM Disk
Be in control with convenient software

29. EZ & Advanced Mode Search & Favorites
SSD Secure Erase+ Hotkey for reflash BIOS
CLICK BIOS 5 features

30. UEFI & LEGACY BIOS support
All the MSI 300 series motherboards support both Legacy (MBR) and UEFI (GPT)
boot. This can help improve the compatibility with Windows 7 systems that weren’t
designed with UEFI in mind.
CSM
MODE
*To support Windows 7 (64-bit only), both Legacy mode installation and discrete graphics card with hybrid legacy ROM are necessary.
Intel Chipset Driver
Intel Network Driver
Realtek Network Driver
Realtek Audio Driver

31. H370 GAMING
PRO CARBON
H370 GAMING
PLUS
B360 GAMING
PRO CARBON
B360 GAMING
ARCTIC
B360 GAMING
PLUS
Form Factor ATX ATX ATX ATX M-ATX
Power Phases 11 7 11 7 7
DDR4 Boost Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz
M.2 2 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4) 2 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4)
M.2 Shield V2 ● - - - -
Optane Memory Ready ● ● ● ● ●
Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2 A+C A+C A+C A+C A+C
Front USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C ● - ● - -
USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 2 8/6 6/6 6/6 4/6 4/6
PCIe Steel Armor ● ● ● ● ●
SLI/CF CF CF CF CF CF
Gaming LAN Intel i219V Intel i219V Intel i219V Intel i219V Intel i219V
Audio Audio Boost 4 Audio Boost Audio Boost 4 Audio Boost Audio Boost
Nahimic ● ● ● - ●
XBOOST ● ● ● ● ●
Extended Heatsink ● - ● - -
RGB Mystic Light 16.8M Colors / 17 Effects 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects 16.8M Colors / 17 Effects 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects
Mystic Light Extension JRGB/JRAINBOW/JCORSAIR JRGB JRGB/JRAINBOW/JCORSAIR JRGB JRGB

32. B360M GAMING
PLUS
B360I GAMING
PRO AC
H310M GAMING
ARCTIC
H310M GAMING
PLUS
Form Factor mATX mATX mATX mATX
Power Phases 7 7 7 7
DDR4 Boost Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz
M.2 1 (Gen3 x4) 2 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4)
Optane Memory Ready ● ● - -
Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2 - 2x Type-A - -
USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 2 6/6 4/4 4/6 4/6
PCIe Steel Armor ● ● ● ●
SLI/CF - - - -
LAN Intel i219V RTL8111H Intel i219V Intel i219V
Audio Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost
Nahimic ● - - -
XBOOST ● ● ● ●
RGB Mystic Light Red 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects White Red
Mystic Light Extension JRGB JRGB - -

33. H370M BAZOOKA
B360M MORTAR
TITANIUM
B360M MORTAR B360M BAZOOKA
Form Factor mATX mATX mATX mATX
Power Phases 7 7 7 7
DDR4 Boost Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz
M.2 1 (Gen3 x4) 2 (Gen3 x4) 2 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4)
Optane Memory Ready ● ● ● ●
Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2 - A+C A+C -
Front USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C - ● ● -
USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 2 6/6 2/6 2/6 6/6
PCIe Steel Armor ● ● ● ●
SLI/CF - CF CF -
LAN RTL8111H Intel i219V Intel i219V RTL8111H
Audio Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost
XBOOST ● ● ● ●
Extended Heatsink ● ● ● ●
RGB Mystic Light White 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects White
Mystic Light Extension JRGB JRGB JRGB JRGB

34. B360-A PRO B360-F PRO B360M PRO-VDH B360M PRO-VH B360M PRO-VD
Form Factor ATX ATX mATX mATX mATX
Power Phases 7 7 7 7 7
DDR4 Boost Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz
M.2 1 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4) 1 (Gen3 x4)
Optane Memory Ready ● ● ● ● ●
Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2 A+C - - - -
USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 2 4/6 4/6 6/6 6/6 6/6
PCIe Steel Armor ● - ● ● ●
PCIe Steel Slot - ● - - -
Display Output DP / DVI-D HDMI / DVI-D HDMI / DVI-D / VGA HDMI / VGA DVI-D / VGA
LAN Intel i219V Intel i219V RTL8111H RTL8111H RTL8111H
Audio Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost
XBOOST ● ● ● ● ●
RGB Mystic Light 16.8M Colors / 10 Effects - White White White

35. H310-A PRO H310-F PRO H310M PRO-M2 H310M PRO-VDH H310M PRO-VHL
Form Factor ATX ATX mATX mATX mATX
Power Phases 7 7 7 7 7
DDR4 Boost Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz
M.2 - - 1 (Gen2 x4) - -
USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 2 4/6 4/6 4/6 4/6 4/6
PCIe Steel Armor ●
PCIe Steel Slot ● ● ● ●
Display Output HDMI / DVI-D HDMI / DVI-D HDMI / DVI-D / VGA HDMI / DVI-D / VGA HDMI / VGA / LPT / COM
LAN Intel i219V Intel i219V Intel i219V RTL8111H RTL8111H
Audio Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost
XBOOST ● ● ● ● ●
RGB Mystic Light - - - - White

36. H310M PRO-VH H310M PRO-VD H310M PRO-VL H310M PRO-D H310I PRO
Form Factor mATX mATX mATX mATX Mini-ITX
Power Phases 7 7 7 7 7
DDR4 Boost Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz Up to 2666MHz
M.2 - - - - 1 (Gen2 x4)
USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 2 4/6 4/6 4/6 4/6 4/5
PCIe Steel Armor ● ● ●
PCIe Steel Slot ● ●
Display Output HDMI / VGA DVI-D / VGA VGA / LPT / COM DVI-D DP / DVI
LAN RTL8111H RTL8111H RTL8111H RTL8111H RTL8111H
Audio Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost Audio Boost
XBOOST ● ● ● ● ●
RGB Mystic Light White White - - -