ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS DDR5 AM5 ATX Motherboard

ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS DDR5 AM5 ATX Motherboard

The ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS DDR5 AM5 ATX Motherboard is a high-performance motherboard designed for gaming and advanced PC builds. It features a robust set of features and components that enhance gaming experiences and provide reliable performance.

With a form factor of ATX (12 inch x 9.6 inch), the motherboard offers a spacious layout to accommodate various components. It is powered by an AMD B650 chipset, which provides excellent compatibility and performance for AMD processors.

One notable feature of the motherboard is its audio capabilities. It includes Audio Shielding, a power pre-regulator to reduce power input noise, premium audio capacitors, dedicated audio PCB layers, an audio cover, and a unique de-pop circuit. These features work together to deliver high-quality audio output for an immersive gaming experience. However, it's important to note that due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio. Also, a chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required for 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.

The back panel I/O ports include a variety of connectivity options such as USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 2.0, DisplayPort, HDMI, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port, and audio jacks. This allows for seamless connectivity with various devices and peripherals.

The motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors and offers expansion slots including PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slots, PCIe 4.0/3.0 x1 slots, and graphics ports like DisplayPort and HDMI. It also features multiple internal connectors for fans and cooling, power connectors, storage connectors including M.2 slots and SATA 6Gb/s ports, USB connectors, addressable Gen 2 headers, Aura RGB headers, and more.

In terms of software features, the motherboard comes with ASUS-exclusive software such as Armoury Crate, AI Suite 3, TUF GAMING CPU-Z, DTS Audio Processing, and UEFI BIOS. These software tools provide users with enhanced control, performance tuning, system monitoring, and audio processing capabilities.

The ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS DDR5 AM5 ATX Motherboard incorporates various special features like ASUS TUF PROTECTION for durability and reliability, ASUS Q-Design for easy installation and troubleshooting, ASUS Thermal Solution for efficient heat dissipation, ASUS EZ DIY features including BIOS FlashBack, ProCool, and pre-mounted I/O shield, and Aura Sync for customizable RGB lighting.

Features

• AMD B650 Chipset: The motherboard utilizes the AMD B650 chipset, which supports the latest AMD Ryzen™ processors for high-performance gaming and multitasking.
• DDR5 Memory Support: The motherboard supports DDR5 memory technology, allowing for faster data transfer rates and improved system responsiveness. It features 4 DIMM slots with a maximum capacity of 128GB.
• Audio Shielding: The motherboard incorporates audio shielding to minimize electromagnetic interference and ensure high-quality sound output during gaming or multimedia experiences.
• Enhanced Audio Features: It includes premium audio capacitors, dedicated audio PCB layers, an audio cover, and a unique de-pop circuit, all contributing to excellent audio performance.
• Expansion Slots: The motherboard features multiple expansion slots, including one PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot for high-speed graphics cards, one PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot that supports x4 mode, and two PCIe 4.0/3.0 x1 slots for additional add-on cards.
• Back Panel I/O Ports: The rear panel offers a variety of connectivity options, including USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 2.0, DisplayPort, HDMI, 2.5Gb Ethernet, and audio jacks. These ports allow for easy connection to peripherals and high-speed data transfers.
• Storage Options: The motherboard supports three M.2 slots (Key M) and four SATA 6Gb/s ports, providing ample storage options for your games, applications, and multimedia files.
• ASUS TUF PROTECTION: This set of features ensures the durability and reliability of the motherboard. It includes DIGI+ VRM for stable power delivery, enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection, ESD guards, TUF LANGuard for surge protection, overvoltage protection, SafeSlot Core+ for reinforced PCIe slots, and stainless-steel back I/O.

Overall, the ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS DDR5 AM5 ATX Motherboard is a feature-rich and reliable choice for gamers and PC enthusiasts, offering excellent performance, connectivity options, and expandability to support high-end gaming rigs.