ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI Gaming Desktop Motherboard - Micro ATX AM5 Socket

Name: ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI Gaming Desktop Motherboard - Micro ATX AM5 Socket
Brand: ASUS
SKU: TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI
Price: 219.99 USD
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SKU: TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI

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TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI

$219.99

Overview

Description

The ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI Desktop Motherboard boasts a compact Micro-ATX form factor and is equipped with key features for seamless gaming performance. It houses an Intel B650 chipset and offers 4x Dual-Channel DDR5 RAM slots, 6x SATA III ports, and 2x M.2 PCIe slots. With 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 and 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4) expansion slots, this motherboard can handle even the most demanding games. It also features Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and a 2.5 GbE port for lightning-fast connectivity. Additionally, it has a variety of USB ports, including 2.0, 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 2x2, as well as HDMI and DisplayPort for high-quality display options. Backed by a 3-year manufacturer limited warranty,

ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest AMD Ryzen 7000-series processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard goes beyond expectations with rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure that they can handle conditions where others may fail. Aesthetically, this model incorporates rugged off-black and geometric design elements to reflect the dependability and stability that defines the TUF GAMING series.

AMD Ryzen and AMD B650 logos

12+2 power stages (rated 60 A) with enlarged VRM heatsinks

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® and a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® header

12+2 power stages (rated 60 A) with enlarged VRM heatsinks

PCIe® 5.0 for M.2 storage

DDR5 memory module support

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® and a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® header

2.5 Gb Ethernet

Wi-Fi 6

Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation

SPEC OVERVIEW

HDMI
DisplayPort
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
2.5G Ethernet
Wi-Fi 6
BIOS Flashback™
7.1-ch Audio

1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 @CPU
- ASUS SafeSlot Core+
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (max. @x4) @PCH
Realtek® 7.1-ch Audio CODEC
Exclusive DTS Audio Processing
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
ProCool Connectors
3 x Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
1 x RGB strip header

12+2 DrMOS
DDR5
ASUS Optimem II
AMD AM5 Socket
2 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 1
1 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® port
1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 mode
1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
4 x SATA 3.0 Ports
AMD B650 Chipset
4 x Front USB 2.0

INTELLIGENT CONTROL

Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS TUF GAMING series. The TUF GAMING B650 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize productivity.

PBO ENHANCEMENT

CPU Performance Boost

AMD Precision Boost Overdrive(PBO) pushes the CPU current and voltage budget to opportunistically increase performance. By aggressively tuning the PBO parameters, AMD’s algorithm can leverage the motherboard’s robust power solution to ramp up performance even higher.

POWER SAVING

All-Around Energy Efficiency

The Power Saving function contains several settings can easily optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can enable a CPU power limit, darken Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to a power saving mode. You can also toggle the Power Saver plan that is built into Microsoft Windows.

UEFI BIOS

The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners and comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Advanced Mode

Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers

An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments, so you can dial in performance just the way you want.

Search Function

Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

ASUS User Profile

Transfer configuration settings between different BIOS versions, or share them with friends.

EZ Mode

Quick and Simple Setup

EZ mode displays vital settings and stats, and it offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.

Intuitive Graphical Fan Control

Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth)

Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a subdued aesthetic touch.

Armoury Crate

The ASUS-exclusive Armoury Crate centralizes easy control of supported gaming products. A single intuitive interface lets you customize RGB lighting for all compatible devices and link them to Aura Sync for uniﬁed illumination. It also offers information and control for a select and growing hardware ecosystem, with input device settings, Fan Xpert 2+ and Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation. Armoury Crate even features product registration, and a news section to stay in touch with the gaming community.

Hardware Information

Fan Xpert 2+

Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation

Aura Sync

Driver & Manuel Download

Account Management

ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCE

With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel AMD's latest CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF GAMING B650 motherboards are the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count AMD battle rig.

POWER DESIGN

Driver and MOSFET

Teamed Power Stages

12+2 power stages are each rated to handle 60 amperes, combining high-side and low-side MOSFETS and drivers into a single package to deliver power, efficiency and stable performance for all compatible AMD processors.

Power Connector

8+4 PIN ProCool Power Connectors

Compared to traditional power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are built to tight specifications to ensure full contact with PSU power cables. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failure.

*The theoretical value is for reference only.

System Stability

TUF Components

TUF Chokes

Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability.

TUF Capacitors

The TUF 5K black metallic capacitors provide 52% wider temperature tolerance and a 2.5X-longer lifespan than standard motherboard capacitors.

52%
Temperature

2.5x
Lifespan

Controller

Digi+ VRM

The integrated Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, optimized for ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.

Memory & Storage

DRAM Overclocking Performance

DDR5 OC 6400

Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of TUF GAMING motherboards. With TUF GAMING B650 motherboards, you can extract all of the potential out of your DDR5 modules, whether they're from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.

DDR5 DOMINANCE

For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, TUF GAMING B650 motherboards are primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via the extensive array of settings in the UEFI.

For entry-level modules without EXPO™ memory support, ASUS has got your back.

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP automatically detects the memory chips on your kit and then presents optimized frequency, timing, and voltage profiles that you can effortlessly apply to unleash performance.

PCIe 5.0 Support

TUF GAMING B650 motherboards also feature one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support for NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.

Bandwidth (Gbps)

*Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.

COOLING

Cooler By Design

1. Enlarged VRM Heatsink

The extensive surface area of this heatsink covers the VRMs and chokes to improve heat dissipation.

2. Optimized M.2 Heatsink Design

All M.2 slots have dedicated heatsinks, keeping M.2 SSDs at optimal operating temperatures to ensure consistent performance and reliability.

Comprehensive Fan Controls

TUF GAMING B650 motherboards feature comprehensive fan controls that can be configured via Fan Xpert 2+ utility in Armoury Crate or the award-winning ASUS UEFI BIOS.

Multiple Temperature Source

Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or via the UEFI.

AIO Water-Cooling

An integrated AiO system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps, making it perfect for custom or self-contained cooling setups.

Smart Fan Protection

A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excess heat and electrical currents.

4-Pin PWM/DC Fan

All onboard chassis fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

CONNECTIVITY

TUF-GAMING B650 motherboards reach new heights of performance potential with the latest version of PCI Express, while an arsenal of USB ports includes three Type-C® connections, and Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) expands compatibility and bandwidth even further.

EASY PC DIY

The TUF GAMING line offers easy setup for all builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem grants compatibility, while Armoury Crate has Fan Xpert 2+, hardware info, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, RGB options and peripheral settings. This platform has intuitive tools to build and optimize dream rigs.

TUF GAMING ALLIANCE

Build With Confidence

TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility across a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With new partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF GAMING Alliance will continue to grow even stronger.

TUF PROTECTION

Safeslot Core+ & SafeDIMM

SafeSlot Core+ is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Meanwhile, strong ASUS SafeDIMM sheathes support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert your modules with speed, accuracy and confidence.

ESD Guards

ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge — greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual in-line package help protect your PC from voltage spikes.

USB Connectors

Additional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression.

TUF LANGuard

TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.

*ESD result is undertaken by individual LANGuard.

Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel

TUF GAMING motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a lifespan that’s three times longer than traditional panels. With this protective feature, TUF GAMING motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.

3x
Longer Lifespan

72 hr
Salt Fog Testing

EASY CONFIGURATION

M.2 Q-Latch

The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the M.2 SSD, neatly eliminating the need for screws.

Removable Captive Screws

Specialized M.2 slot screws reduce the risk of dropping or losing a screw somewhere in your case during M.2 heatsink removal.

Q-LED

The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components ― CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices ― are functioning normally during startup.

IMMERSIVE GAMING

TUF GAMING B650 motherboards provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS Gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached gear to personalize your gaming atmosphere.

NETWORKING

Wi-Fi 6E

The Wi-Fi 6 module is compatible with the 802.11ax standard and pushes theoretical peak bandwidth up to an incredible 1.2 Gbps. Perhaps more importantly for power users, it's optimized for more efficient operation on crowded networks with a lot of competing traffic. Pair your motherboard with ASUS Wi-Fi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of Wi-Fi 6.

MyASUS

MyASUS offers a variety of support features to help you contact customer service, troubleshoot issues and optimize product performance. You can also use MyASUS to enable the Wi-Fi SmartConnect function to automatically connect to the wireless router with the best signal.

2.5 Gb Ethernet

2.5 Gb on-board Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch with a bandwidth improvement of up to 2.5X. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.

AI NOISE-CANCELATION

Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation

This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio, while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are removed, so you can hear and be heard with perfect clarity while gaming or during calls.

*An audio splitter (3.5 mm audio jack Y-cable) is necessary when using a 3.5 mm headset.

500M
Deep-learning database

AUDIO
Input/output

HIGH
Fidelity

Minimal
Performance impact

Hear the Difference

0:17

AI ON

AI OFF

AUDIO

Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound

The unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek for TUF GAMING B650 motherboards features an unprecedented 98 dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line out, providing pristine audio quality.

Better Audio Effects

DTS Audio Processing

DTS® Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies, and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings.

Music Mode

Movie Mode

Game Mode

Custom Audio

LIGHTING

Gen 2 RGB Header

Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header

Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers will support up to 500 LEDs on Gen 2 RGB devices, empowering Aura Sync to automatically tailor lighting effects across your whole system. The new headers also offer full backward compatibility with existing Aura Sync gear.

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THIS CHANGES
EVERYTHING

FROM THIS NEW PLATFORM,
YOU CAN SEE THE FUTURE

Build your next rig with an AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series processor and ASUS TUF GAMING motherboards to experience advanced performance. With up to 16 “Zen 4” cores and 32 threads, boost clocks of up to 5.7 GHz, and 80 MB cache, the AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series keeps you ahead of the game.¹
You’ll also gain access to new features for gamers with AMD Socket AM5, from the speed of DDR5 memory to the increased bandwidth of PCIe® 5.0. AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series processors and AMD socket AM5 motherboards are unlocked for overclocking to personalize your experience. Gain even more performance when you overclock your DDR5 memory with AMD EXPO™ technology.²

AMD Ryzen 7000 Series, ASUS Logo

Max boost for AMD Ryzen processors is the maximum frequency achievable by a single core on the processor running a bursty single-threaded workload. Max boost will vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to: thermal paste; system cooling; motherboard design and BIOS; the latest AMD chipset driver; and the latest OS updates. GD-150
Overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors and memory, including without limitation, altering clock frequencies / multipliers or memory timing / voltage, to operate outside of AMD’s published specifications will void any applicable AMD product warranty, even when enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. This may also void warranties offered by the system manufacturer or retailer. Users assume all risks and liabilities that may arise out of overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors, including, without limitation, failure of or damage to hardware, reduced system performance and/or data loss, corruption or vulnerability. GD-106

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