Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2
Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 Specifications
Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 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 4.0 x16, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and high-bandwidth expansion cards.
Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 Performance Review
The Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 includes a mid-range VRM setup, delivering 60 A through 10 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.
In terms of value, it achieves 86.2% 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: GIGABYTE
Motherboard Name: Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2
Current Price Amazon: $108
Amazon Price Updated: 2 hours, 29 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 4.0 x16
Audio Chipset: Realtek® ALC897
Network: Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 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: 10 pts.
Connectivity Q & F: 9 pts.
Audio Quality: 6 pts.
Total Points: 47 pts.
VRM Configuration
CPU Power Phases (Amps): 10 (60 A)
Power Design: 10+3
Calculated Performance
Quality and Features per Price: 86.2%
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*
* ECC memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(Please refer "Memory Support List" for more information.)
Graphics:
1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz
* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
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 and Ryzen™ 3000 Series Processors support SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
AMD Ryzen™ Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series and Ryzen™ 4000 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:
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port on the back panel
3 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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
Internal I/O:
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x CPU fan header
1 x water cooling CPU fan header
3 x system fan headers
2 x addressable LED strip headers
2 x RGB LED strip headers
1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip header
2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x USB Type-C™ port, 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
＊All fan headers are subject to support AIO_Pump, Pump and high performance fan with the capability of delivering up to 2A/12V @ 24W.
Back Panel I/O:
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red)
1 x Q-Flash Plus button
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks
WiFi:
Audio:
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software.
Special Features: