GIGABYTE B550 AORUS Elite AX V3
GIGABYTE B550 AORUS Elite AX V3 Specifications
GIGABYTE B550 AORUS Elite AX V3 by GIGABYTE is a Standard-ATX form factor motherboard based on the mid-range B550 chipset and AM4 socket, providing a balanced set of features and connectivity. It is designed to support DDR4 memory up to 128 GB and memory overclocking up to 4733 MHz. The motherboard features 4 memory slots and offers support for PCIe 3.0 x16, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and high-bandwidth expansion cards.
GIGABYTE B550 AORUS Elite AX V3 Performance Review
The GIGABYTE B550 AORUS Elite AX V3 includes a mid-range VRM setup, delivering 50 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 58.6%, offering a solid blend of features, quality, and affordability.
Motherboard Information
Manufacturer: GIGABYTE
Motherboard Name: GIGABYTE B550 AORUS Elite AX V3
Current Price Amazon: $169
Amazon Price Updated: 18 hours, 49 minutes ago.
Motherboard Available: True
Chipset / Socket: B550 / AM4
Form Factor / Memory Slots: Standard-ATX / 4 slots.
Memory Type / Max Cap / Max OC: DDR4 / 128 GB / 4733 MHz
PCIe Suport: PCIe 3.0 x16
Audio Chipset: Realtek® ALC897
Network: Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)
Motherboard Dimensions: 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
Quality & Features (max 110pts)
VRM Quality: 9 pts.
Chipset Q & F: 13 pts.
Build Quality: 12 pts.
Connectivity Q & F: 10 pts.
Audio Quality: 6 pts.
Total Points: 50 pts.
VRM Configuration
CPU Power Phases (Amps): 12 (50 A)
Power Design: 12+2
Calculated Performance
Quality and Features per Price: 58.6%
Additional Motherboard Information
Memory:
Support for DDR4 4733(O.C.)/4600(O.C.)/4400(O.C.)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C)/3400(O.C.)/3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz memory modules
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" on GIGABYTE's website for more information.)
Graphics:
- 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 5120x2880@60 Hz
* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz
* Support for HDMI 2.1 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.
Maximum shared memory of 16 GB
Storage:
- AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/3000 Series Processors support SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
- AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series Processors support SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSDs
1 x M.2 connector (M2B_SB), integrated in the Chipset, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SSDs:
- Supporting SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSDs
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors, integrated in the Chipset:
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10
USB:
- AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/3000 Series Processors support two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
- AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series Processors support two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (red) on the back panel
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
Chipset:
- 1 x USB Type-C® port with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support, available through the internal USB header
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on the back panel
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header
- 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panel
Chipset+USB 2.0 Hub:
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal I/O:
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x water cooling CPU fan header
3 x system fan headers
1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip header
2 x addressable LED strip headers
2 x RGB LED strip headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module only)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel I/O:
1 x HDMI port
2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (Note)/USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (red)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x Q-Flash Plus button
1 x RJ-45 port
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5 x audio jacks
WiFi:
- WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5 GHz carrier frequency bands
- BLUETOOTH 5.3
- Support for 11ax 80MHz wireless
(Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)
Audio:
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out * You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.
Special Features:
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
- @BIOS
- EasyTune
- RGB Fusion
- Smart Backup
- System Information Viewer
Support for Q-Flash Plus
Support for Q-Flash