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ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS

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ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS Specifications

ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS 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 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.

ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS Performance Review

The ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS includes a mid-range VRM setup, delivering 60 A through 12 phases. It supports most compatible CPUs on its socket but is not ideal for sustained overclocking or powering very high-wattage CPUs due to potential thermal limitations. Best suited for casual users and mainstream gamers seeking stable performance for everyday use.

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.

This board delivers balanced value with a performance-per-price ratio of 56.4%, offering a solid blend of features, quality, and affordability.

Motherboard Information

Manufacturer: ASUS

Motherboard Name: ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS

Current Price Amazon: $179

  • Amazon Price Updated: 20 hours, 34 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 / 7600 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: 7 pts.

    Chipset Q & F: 13 pts.

    Build Quality: 12 pts.

    Connectivity Q & F: 13 pts.

    Audio Quality: 6 pts.

    Total Points: 51 pts.

    VRM Configuration

    CPU Power Phases (Amps): 12 (60 A)

    Power Design: 12+2+2

    Calculated Performance

    Quality and Features per Price: 56.4%

    Additional Motherboard Information

    Memory:

    4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR5
    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 & 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 DisplayPort*
    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 2242/2260/2280/22110 (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 (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.
    *** M.2_3 shares bandwidth with PCIEX16_2. PCIEX16_2 will be suspended once M.2_3
    is populated.

    USB:

    Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
    1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C®)
    3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
    4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 x Type-A)
    Front USB (Total 7 ports)
    1 x USB 3.2Gen 1 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
    1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
    2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

    Internal I/O:

    Fan and Cooling related
    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 3.2 Gen 1 connector (support(s) USB Type-C® )
    1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 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
    1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header 

    Back Panel I/O:

    1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C®)
    3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
    4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 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 6
    2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
    Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band
    Bluetooth v5.2

    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
    - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance
    - Premium audio capacitors
    - Dedicated audio PCB layers
    - Audio cover
    - Unique de-pop circuit
    * 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:

    ASUS TUF PROTECTION
    - 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)