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ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi

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ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi Specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi by ASUS is a Micro-ATX form factor motherboard based on the mid-range B860M chipset and LGA 1851 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 8800 MHz. The motherboard features 4 memory slots and offers support for PCIe 5.0 x16, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and high-bandwidth expansion cards.

ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi Performance Review

The ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi features a high-end VRM setup, supplying 80 A across 12 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 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 53.1%, offering a solid blend of features, quality, and affordability.

Motherboard Information

Manufacturer: ASUS

Motherboard Name: ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WiFi

Current Price Amazon: $209

  • Amazon Price Updated: 3 hours, 41 minutes ago.

    • Motherboard Available: True

    Chipset / Socket: B860M / LGA 1851

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

    Memory Type / Max Cap / Max OC: DDR5 / 256 GB / 8800 MHz

    PCIe Suport: PCIe 5.0 x16

    Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897

    Network: 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet

    Motherboard Dimensions: 24.4cm x 24.4cm

    Quality & Features (max 110pts)

    VRM Quality: 10 pts.

    Chipset Q & F: 14 pts.

    Build Quality: 12 pts.

    Connectivity Q & F: 14 pts.

    Audio Quality: 6 pts.

    Total Points: 56 pts.

    VRM Configuration

    CPU Power Phases (Amps): 12 (80 A)

    Power Design: 12(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A)

    Calculated Performance

    Quality and Features per Price: 53.1%

    Additional Motherboard Information

    Memory:

    4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
    Support up to 8800+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC,Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
    Dual Channel Memory Architecture
    DIMM Fit
    Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
    ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII)
    * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/. Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.
    * Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

    Graphics:

    1 x DisplayPort**
    1 x HDMI™ port***
    1 x USB 20Gbps port (USB Type-C®) supports DisplayPort video output**
    * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
    ** Supports max. 4K@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.
    *****While installing the operating system, please ensure that your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the back I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card.

    Storage:

    Supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
    Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)*
    M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
    Intel® B860 Chipset
    M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
    M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
    4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
    *Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports SATA RAID 0/1/5/10.

    USB:

    Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
    1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
    2 x USB 10Gbps port (2 x Type-A)
    4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
    1 x USB 2.0 ports (1x Type-A) 
    Front USB (Total 5 ports)
    1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
    1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
    1 x USB 2.0 headers support 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
    * USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A

    Internal I/O:

    I/O Connectors  Fan and Cooling related  
    1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
    1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
    1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
    3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
    Power related  
    1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
    2 x 8-pin +12V Power connectors
    Storage related  
    3 x M.2 slots (Key M)  
    4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
    USB  
    1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )
    1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
    1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
    Miscellaneous
    3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
    1 x Clear CMOS header
    1 x Chassis Intrusion header
    1 x Front panel audio header (F_AUDIO)
    1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header
    1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

    Back Panel I/O:

    1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode)
    2 x USB 10Gbps port (2 x Type-A)
    4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
    1 x USB 2.0 port (1 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 Optical S/PDIF out port

    WiFi:

    Wi-Fi 7*
    2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
    Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
    Supports Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 2.9Gbps transfer rate.
    Bluetooth® v5.4***
    *Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system
    For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require  24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only support Wi-Fi 6E.
    For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available , please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details.
    ** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth 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
    - Rear optical S/PDIF out port
    - Premium audio capacitors
    - Dedicated audio PCB layers

    Special Features:

    ASUS TUF PROTECTION
    - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
    - ESD Guards  
    - TUF LANGuard
    - Overvoltage Protection
    - SafeSlot 
    - Stainless-Steel Back I/O
    ASUS Q-Design  
    - M.2 Q-Latch
    - PCIe Slot Q-Release
    - Q-Antenna
    - Q-Dashboard
    - Q-DIMM
    - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
    ASUS Thermal Solution
    - M.2 heatsinks
    - VRM heatsink design
    ASUS EZ DIY
    - CPU Socket lever protector
    - ProCool
    - Pre-mounted I/O shield
    - SafeDIMM
    AURA Sync
    - Addressable Gen 2 headers