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ASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI vs GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
Product A: ASUS
62 of 78 known
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
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ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFIProduct B: GIGABYTE
62 of 78 known
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 EAGLE WIFI6E
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
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ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 EAGLE WIFI6E
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI33 of 70 fields differ
- 25 different values
- 8 known for one only
- 28 the same
- 9 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- PCIe 5.0 M.2 slotsA: 0B: 1GIGABYTE has 1 more.
- Vcore stagesA: 8B: 14GIGABYTE has 6 more.
- Rear USB portsA: 8B: 12GIGABYTE has 4 more.
- Fan headersA: 7B: 6ASUS has 1 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 244 × 305 mm
- BGIGABYTE: 244 × 305 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI, 90MB1IZ0-M0EAY0, 90MB1IZ0-M0AAY01Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026The page names the model PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI. The part numbers 90MB1IZ0-M0EAY0 (Scan UK, the Spanish datasheet) and 90MB1IZ0-M0AAY0 (BuildCores) are from retail sources. The -CSM business version is a separate product.9Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/asus-prime-b840-plus-wifi-amd-b840-am5-ddr5-pcie-40-3x-m2-25gbe-ax-wifi-6e-bt-usb-10gbps-type-apluscRead 15 October 2026Model number 90MB1IZ0-M0EAY0.10Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/ssmzdxbne/Asus-B840-PRIME-PLUS-WIFI-AM5-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Part numbers PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI, 90MB1IZ0-M0AAY0 and 90MB1IZ0-M0EAY0.
B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE, B850 A ELITE WF7 ICE1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026The manual cover lists B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE (B850 A ELITE WF7 ICE). GIGABYTE publishes no separate part number.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Manufacturer Part Number B850 A ELITE WF7 ICE.
GTIN / EAN
4711387797273, 1971057972779Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/asus-prime-b840-plus-wifi-amd-b840-am5-ddr5-pcie-40-3x-m2-25gbe-ax-wifi-6e-bt-usb-10gbps-type-apluscRead 15 October 2026GTIN 4711387797273 for model number 90MB1IZ0-M0EAY0.10Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/ssmzdxbne/Asus-B840-PRIME-PLUS-WIFI-AM5-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026UPC 197105797277 and EAN 4711387797273. The UPC is the other board code that the Spanish retailer datasheet for 90MB1IZ0-M0EAY0 prints as 0197105797277. The two codes are not paired with a part number, so no variant rows are written.
4719331866099, 8895230459475Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQLKRXKWRead 16 October 2026Amazon US item details list UPC 889523045947 and Mfr Part Number B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE. The EAN 4719331866099 is from Amazon UK, Amazon DE and LDLC.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Amazon UK item details: Global Trade Identification Number 04719331866099.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Markets
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Colours
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Segment
Board revision
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Platform
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CPU socket
Chipset
Supported processors
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026AM5 for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors. The page refers to the ASUS download center for the CPU support list. Read on 2026-10-15.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 2-2: Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series. The manual refers to the maker's website for the latest CPU support list. Read on 2026-10-16.
CPU overclocking
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
Back-connect design
RGB lighting on the board
Not available
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
14+2+23Reviewhardwarecooking.fr/test-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-iceRead 16 October 2026The review states 14+2+2 power phases (Vcore+SoC) with OnSemi 55A DrMOS MOSFETs. Sellers and Alktech write 60A for the stages, so the stage rating is not stored.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQLKRXKWRead 16 October 2026Bullet: Power Design 14+2+2.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Title and first bullet: Twin 14+2+2 Phases Digital VRM with DrMOS.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
Vcore power stage rating
Not available
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VRM controller
Not available
CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
256GB1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026The page says max. 256GB. The December 2024 manual says max. 192GB, and retailers copy 192 GB. The page wins as the newer maker statement.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications summary: max. 192GB. The product page says 256GB and wins.
Max memory speed (overclocked)
8,200MT/s3Reviewhardwarecooking.fr/test-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-iceRead 16 October 2026The review gives up to 256 GB and DDR5-8200 depending on the configuration. It names no CPU family. The launch manual lists only 5200/4800/4400.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Title: up to 8200MHz DDR5 (OC). The listing names no CPU family.
ECC memory
CUDIMM support
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Expansion slots
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Expansion slots
AASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 4 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 3 | Chipset | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 1 | 3 | Chipset | 2 |
| PCIe x1 | 1 | 3 | Chipset | 1 |
BGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 1 | 3 | Chipset | 2 |
Full-length PCIe slots
4
3
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
4
5
Storage
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M.2 storage slots
AASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2_1 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M.2_2 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | No |
| M.2_3 | 3 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | No |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026Ryzen 9000 and 7000: M.2_1 and M.2_2 are Key M, type 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4 from the CPU. Ryzen 8000 runs M.2_2 at PCIe 4.0 x4 or x2. M.2_3 is Key M, type 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 3.0 x4 from the B840 chipset. No slot lists a SATA mode, so sata is false. The heatsink flags come from the overview page and the manual: one flexible M.2 heatsink that fits M.2_1 or M.2_2, shown on M.2_1 in the maker's photo.2Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifiRead 15 October 2026One Flexible M.2 heatsink can take care of either of the two M.2 slots. The product photo shows it on M.2_1. M.2_2 and M.2_3 have no heatsink.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications summary and section 1.5: the same slot list as the specification page. The flexible M.2 heatsink can be installed on either the M.2_1 or the M.2_2 slot, and the heatsink steps apply only if a heatsink is pre-installed.
BGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2A_CPU | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2B_CPU | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2C_SB | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
M.2 slots
3
3
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
0
1
Rear ports
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Rear ports
AASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 | 5 |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 3 | Not available |
BGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 5 | 5 |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available |
Rear USB ports
8
12
Rear USB-C ports
1
1
Fastest rear USB port
10Gbps
10Gbps
Thunderbolt
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Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
BGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
Front USB-C header speed
5Gbps
20Gbps
Fan headers
ARGB headers
RGB headers
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Realtek RTL81254Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/helpdesk_downloadRead 15 October 2026The ASUS driver download page for this model, read through its public data feed, lists a Realtek RTL8125 LAN driver and a Realtek RTL8125D LAN driver for Windows 11. The suffix D is left out. The specification page says only Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet.7Spec databasemaxmybuild.com/motherboards/asus-prime-b840-plus-wifiRead 15 October 2026Spec table: LAN chip Realtek RTL8125, which matches the ASUS driver list.
Realtek RTL81257Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00660675.htmlRead 16 October 2026LDLC spec table for the ICE: LAN chip Realtek RTL8125. Materiel.net prints the same. The Alktech review names RTL8125D, so the suffix is dropped.8Retailer pagemateriel.net/produit/202412050073.htmlRead 16 October 2026Spec table: Realtek RTL8125.
Ethernet ports
1
1
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
2.5Gbps
Wi-Fi included
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi bands
Max Wi-Fi channel width
Not available
Wi-Fi module
Bluetooth
Audio
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Audio codec
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DAC chip
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Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
POST code display
No1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026Special features list ASUS Q-LED Core, a set of colour-coded status lights. No two-digit Q-Code display is listed.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026The layout lists no two-digit display. Q-LED Core is a status light.
Power button on the board
No1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026The internal connector list and the special features list name no power or start button on the board. The manual layout shows none.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026The layout lists no power or start button. The front panel connector has a PWR_BTN header only.
Dual BIOS
Pre-installed I/O shield
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026Special features list: Pre-mounted I/O shield.2Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifiRead 15 October 2026Pre-Mounted I/O Shield: the pre-installed shield safeguards the ports.
Tool-free features
Push-on antenna connector1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026ASUS Q-Design lists Q-Antenna, which the overview page describes as a snap-in Wi-Fi antenna connector. Q-DIMM and Q-Slot are also listed, but no read ASUS page says what they do, so they are not stored. The M.2 heatsink and the M.2 SSDs use screws.2Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifiRead 15 October 2026Q-Antenna: the antenna fasteners snap into place instead of being turned.
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release, Push-on antenna connector2Reviewalktech.co/articles/unboxing-overview-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-ice-am5-motherboardRead 16 October 2026M.2 EZ-Latch Click makes removing and installing the M.2 heatsink easy and tool-less. M.2 EZ-Latch Plus applies to all three M.2 slots. The PCIe 5.0 x16 slot has PCIe EZ-Latch Plus. The Wi-Fi antennas use WIFI EZ-Plug per the Amazon listings. The review also sees RGB LEDs under the chipset heatsink, which is a single small light that does not count as board lighting.3Reviewhardwarecooking.fr/test-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-iceRead 16 October 2026M.2 EZ-Latch Plus and M.2 EZ-Latch Click for the SSDs and the heatsink, and an EZ-Latch Plus button that releases the PCIe slot latch.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Bullets: PCIe Gen5 x16 with PCIe UD Slot and EZ-Latch Plus, M.2 Gen5 with EZ-Latch Plus, and Wi-Fi 7 with WIFI EZ-Plug and Directional Antenna.
Measured
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VRM temperature under CPU load
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Power draw idle
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Power draw CPU stress
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In the box
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In the box
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables, 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, 1 x M.2 rubber package, 3 x Screw packages for M.2 SSD, 1 x Quick start guide1Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi/techspecRead 15 October 2026Accessories list on the specification page, the same as the manual's package contents.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Package contents: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables, 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, 1 x M.2 rubber package, 3 x Screw packages for M.2 SSD, 1 x Quick start guide.
User's Manual, Quick Installation Guide, 1 x antenna, 2 x SATA cables, 1 x G Connector, 1 x M.2 thermal pad, 2 x packs of M.2 thick/thin rubber pads1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 1-3. The list is for reference and the manual says the actual items depend on the package. Alktech also lists a metal AORUS case badge in the box.
Links
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Product page
www.asus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifi2Maker product pageasus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-b840-plus-wifiRead 15 October 2026
www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B850-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-ICE-rev-1x11Maker product pagegigabyte.com/Motherboard/B850-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-ICE-rev-1xRead 16 October 2026The page title appeared in the job and in web search results. gigabyte.com blocks agents, so the page was not read and its content is not used for any value.
Spec sheet
Manual
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI/E24443_PRIME_B840-PLUS_WIFI_EM_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI User's Manual, English, released 2024-12-26 on the ASUS support page.
www.trovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdf1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026GIGABYTE User's Manual Rev. 1101 for B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE and B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7, hosted by trovaprezzi.it. The file name for the full manual on download.gigabyte.com was not found.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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