ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WIFI
ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WIFI Specifications
ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WIFI by ASUS 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 192 GB and memory overclocking up to 8000 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.
ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WIFI Performance Review
The ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WIFI comes with a basic VRM configuration, providing 60 A across 8 phases. It is designed for entry-level to mid-range low-wattage CPUs. Overclocking or using high-wattage CPUs may lead to thermal issues or potential damage. This board is recommended for budget builds or users with modest performance needs.
This motherboard includes an entry-level audio chipset — Realtek ALC897 — which provides basic sound quality suitable for casual use. While it’s acceptable for everyday tasks such as web browsing, video playback, and light gaming, it may not meet the expectations of users with mid to high-end audio setups. Audiophiles and those seeking high-fidelity sound should consider using a dedicated sound card or external DAC.
With a performance-per-price score of just 41.5%, this motherboard provides limited value compared to other options. It may be best suited for specific niche builds or if found at a discount.
Motherboard Information
Manufacturer: ASUS
Motherboard Name: ASUS TUF Gaming B650-E WIFI
Current Price Amazon: $234
Amazon Price Updated: 19 hours, 25 minutes ago.
Motherboard Available: True
Chipset / Socket: B650 / AM5
Form Factor / Memory Slots: Standard-ATX / 4 slots.
Memory Type / Max Cap / Max OC: DDR5 / 192 GB / 8000 MHz
PCIe Suport: PCIe 4.0 x16
Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
Network: Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
Motherboard Dimensions: 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
Quality & Features (max 110pts)
VRM Quality: 5 pts.
Chipset Q & F: 13 pts.
Build Quality: 12 pts.
Connectivity Q & F: 13 pts.
Audio Quality: 6 pts.
Total Points: 49 pts.
VRM Configuration
CPU Power Phases (Amps): 8 (60 A)
Power Design: 8(60A)+2(60A)+1
Calculated Performance
Quality and Features per Price: 41.5%
Additional Motherboard Information
Memory:
4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
8000+(OC)/7800(OC)/7600(OC)/7200(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600(OC)/5400(OC)/5200/5000/4800 ECC and Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports AMD EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™)
OptiMem II
* Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list.
** Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 Memory supports On-Die ECC function
Graphics:
1 x HDMI® port**
* Supports max. 8K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
*** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
Storage:
Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)**
AMD B650 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
*AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both
PCIe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/10.
** Specifications vary by CPU types.
USB:
2 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 5Gbps port(s) (3 x Type-A)
3 x USB 2.0 port(s) (3 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Internal I/O:
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s)
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s)
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header(s)
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s)
Power related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector
Storage related
3 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
1 x Aura RGB header(s)
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
Back Panel I/O:
2 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 5Gbps port(s) (3 x Type-A)
3 x USB 2.0 port(s) (3 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI® port
1 x Wi-Fi Module
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
WiFi:
Wi-Fi 6E
2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*
Bluetooth® v5.3**
* WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries.
** The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
Audio:
Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Audio cover
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.
** A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
Special Features:
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ESD Guards
- TUF LANGuard
- Overvoltage Protection
- SafeSlot Core+
- Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Aura RGB header(s)
- Addressable Gen 2 header(s)