Description
The ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI combines all the key features of the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors with gaming capabilities and proven reliability. Designed with military-grade components, an upgraded power delivery solution, and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard exceeds all expectations by delivering reliable and stable performance for marathon gaming sessions. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure they can operate in conditions where others might fail. Aesthetically, this model combines bold black and geometric design elements that reflect the reliability and stability characteristic of the TUF GAMING series.
INTELLIGENT CONTROL.
Comprehensive control features form the foundation of the ASUS TUF GAMING series. The TUF GAMING B650 motherboard features flexible tools to customize every aspect of your system, allowing you to tailor performance to your workflow to maximize productivity.
Boosting CPU Performance.
AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) expands the CPU’s current and voltage budgets to boost performance. By aggressively tuning PBO parameters, AMD’s algorithm can leverage the motherboard’s robust power delivery to further boost performance.
Comprehensive power efficiency.
The power-saving feature includes several settings that let you easily optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can enable CPU power limits, dim Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to power-saving mode. You can also switch to the power-saving plan built into Microsoft Windows.
UEFI BIOS.
The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, customize, and fine-tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for novice PC users and comprehensive features for experienced veterans.
Armoury Crate.
ASUS’s exclusive Armoury Crate suite lets you centrally manage supported gaming products. A single, intuitive interface lets you customize RGB lighting for all compatible devices and link them with Aura Sync for unified lighting. It also provides information and control for a select and growing hardware ecosystem, including input device settings, Fan Xpert 2+, and two-way AI noise cancellation. Armory Crate even includes product registration and a news section to help you stay connected with the gaming community.
RELIABLE PERFORMANCE.
TUF GAMING B650 motherboards, with enhanced power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to power the latest AMD processors, as well as support for faster memory and storage—are the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count AMD gaming rig.
Combined power stages.
Each of the 12+2 power stages is rated for 60 amps, combining the upper and lower branch MOSFETs and drivers into a single package to deliver power, efficiency, and stable performance for all compatible AMD processors.
8+4-pin ProCool power connectors.
Compared to traditional power connectors, ASUS ProCool connectors feature rigid specifications to ensure full contact with the power supply unit’s power cables. As a result, lower impedance helps prevent hot spots and connector failure.
Digi+ VRM.
The built-in Digi+ Voltage Regulator Module (VRM) is one of the best in the industry, optimized to deliver ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power to the CPU at all times.
DRAM overclocking performance.
DDR5 OC 6400. Extensive memory customization options are a cornerstone of TUF GAMING motherboards. With TUF GAMING B650 motherboards, you can unlock the full potential of your DDR5 modules, whether you’re using a high-performance kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked down.
PCIe 5.0 support.
TUF GAMING B650 motherboards also feature a single PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, delivering the fastest data transfer speeds of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to take full advantage of the latest available speeds.
EASY DIY PC.
The TUF GAMING lineup offers simple setup for all builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem ensures compatibility, and Armory Crate features Fan Xpert 2+, hardware information, two-way AI noise cancellation, RGB settings, and peripheral configurations. This platform features intuitive tools for building and optimizing your dream rig.
SafeSlot Core+ and SafeDIMM.
SafeSlot Core+ is a reinforced metal sleeve added to the PCIe slot to securely hold the card in place. Meanwhile, the sturdy ASUS SafeDIMM sleeves support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, allowing you to insert modules quickly, accurately, and confidently.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection extends the lifespan of components, preventing damage from electrostatic discharge by providing protection up to +/- 10 kV against air discharge and +/- 6 kV against contact discharge—significantly exceeding the relevant industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual-row package help protect the computer from power surges.
TUF LANGuard.
TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that combines advanced signal transmission technology with high-quality surface-mount capacitors to protect the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.
Stainless-steel I/O backplate.
TUF GAMING motherboards feature a corrosion-resistant stainless steel I/O shield coated with chromium oxide, which ensures a lifespan three times longer than that of traditional I/O shields. With this protective feature, TUF GAMING motherboards have passed a 72-hour salt fog test, while other brands have only passed a 24-hour test.
M.2 Q-Latch.
The innovative Q-Latch mechanism simplifies the installation or removal of an M.2 solid-state drive without the need for special tools. The design uses a simple locking mechanism to secure the M.2 SSD, eliminating the need for screws.
Removable, non-detachable screws.
Screws with special M.2 grooves reduce the risk of a screw falling out or getting lost inside the case when removing the M.2 heatsink.
Q-LED.
Built-in Q-LED troubleshooting indicators provide PC builders with a quick visual confirmation that key components—CPU, RAM, graphics card, and storage devices—are functioning normally during startup.