The Gigabyte B850 GAMING X is the objective winner of this comparison, securing more individual specification victories than its counterpart. While both motherboards share many identical features, the Gigabyte B850 GAMING X holds a significant lead in expansion capabilities, offering a 100% advantage in the number of available PCIe x1 slots. This makes it the superior choice for users prioritizing internal connectivity and hardware expansion over integrated wireless networking features.

Users who require extensive internal expansion for additional cards should select the Gigabyte B850 GAMING X for its superior PCIe x1 slot count. Conversely, the Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX is the better option for those who prioritize wireless connectivity, as it provides a 100% advantage in Wi-Fi performance. Choosing between these two boards depends entirely on whether your specific build configuration demands more physical expansion slots or integrated wireless networking capabilities.