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MSI PRO B650-A WiFi

MSI PRO B650-A WiFi Specifications

MSI PRO B650-A WiFi by MSI is a Standard-ATX form factor motherboard based on the mid-range B650 chipset and AM5 socket, providing a balanced set of features and connectivity. It is designed to support DDR5 memory up to 256 GB and memory overclocking up to 7600 MHz. The motherboard features 4 memory slots and offers support for PCIe 4.0 x16, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and high-bandwidth expansion cards.

MSI PRO B650-A WiFi Performance Review

The MSI PRO B650-A WiFi features a high-end VRM setup, supplying 80 A across 14 phases. It can power high-wattage CPUs and support moderate overclocking while maintaining good voltage regulation and thermal efficiency. This makes it an excellent option for gamers and professionals who need reliable high-end CPU performance.

This motherboard is equipped with a premium audio chipset — the Realtek® ALC4080 — delivering performance comparable to mid-to-high-end discrete sound cards. It provides clean, immersive sound with excellent signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range. This makes it a recommended choice for audiophiles and users with high-end audio setups, such as studio-grade headphones, amplifiers, or surround sound systems, who want the best possible onboard audio.

In terms of value, it achieves 71.2% efficiency relative to the best-performing motherboard in its category, making it an excellent choice for users seeking a cost-effective solution.

Motherboard Information

Manufacturer: MSI

Motherboard Name: MSI PRO B650-A WiFi

Current Price Amazon: $189

  • Amazon Price Updated: 16 hours, 15 minutes ago.

  • Motherboard Available: True

    Chipset / Socket: B650 / AM5

    Form Factor / Memory Slots: Standard-ATX / 4 slots.

    Memory Type / Max Cap / Max OC: DDR5 / 256 GB / 7600 MHz

    PCIe Suport: PCIe 4.0 x16

    Audio Chipset: Realtek® ALC4080

    Network: Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5G LAN

    Motherboard Dimensions: 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm

    Quality & Features (max 110pts)

    VRM Quality: 11 pts.

    Chipset Q & F: 13 pts.

    Build Quality: 14 pts.

    Connectivity Q & F: 13 pts.

    Audio Quality: 17 pts.

    Total Points: 68 pts.

    VRM Configuration

    CPU Power Phases (Amps): 14 (80 A)

    Power Design: 14+2+1

    Calculated Performance

    Quality and Features per Price: 71.2%

    Additional Motherboard Information

    Memory:

    4x DDR5, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
    Memory Support DDR5 7600+(OC)/ 7400(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/ 5200(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz
    Max. overclocking frequency:
    • 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7600+ MHz
    • 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
    • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
    • 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ MHz

    Supports Dual-Channel mode
    Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
    Supports AMD EXPO

    Graphics:

    1x HDMI™
    Support HDMITM 2.1 with HDR, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*
    1x DisplayPort
    Support DP 1.4 port with HBR3, maximum resolution of 8K 60Hz*
    *Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

    Storage:

    Storage
    3x M.2
    M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280 devices
    M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
    M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
    6x SATA 6G
    * The M2_2 slot will be unavailable when using Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processor
    ** M2_3 & PCI_E2 share the bandwidth. M2_3 will run at x2 speed and PCI_E2 will run at x2 speed when installing devices in both slots.

    USB:

    2x USB 2.0 (Rear)
    4x USB 2.0 (Front)
    4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear)
    2x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front)
    3x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear)
    1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Front)
    1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Rear)

    Internal I/O:

    1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
    2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
    1x CPU Fan
    1x Pump Fan
    6x System Fan
    2x Front Panel (JFP)
    1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
    1x Front Audio (JAUD)
    1x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH)
    2x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
    2x RGB LED connector(JRGB)
    1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
    4x USB 2.0 ports
    2x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
    1x USB 10Gbps Type C ports

    Back Panel I/O:

    DisplayPort
    2.5G LAN
    USB 2.0
    USB 5Gbps Type-A
    Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
    Audio Connectors
    Flash BIOS Button
    HDMI™
    USB 10Gbps Type-A
    USB 20Gbps Type-C
    Optical S/PDIF OUT

    WiFi:

    AMD Wi-Fi 6E
    The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
    Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX
    Supports 20MHz, 40MHz, 80MHz,160MHz bandwidth in 2.4GHz/ 5GHz or 6GHz* bands
    Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax

    Supports Bluetooth® 5.3**

    * The usage of Wi-Fi 6GHz band relies on Windows 11 support and depends on every country’s regulations.
    ** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor’s website for details.

    Audio:

    Realtek® ALC4080 Codec
    7.1-Channel High Performance Audio
    Supports S/PDIF output
    Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel

    Special Features:

    None