ASUS presents motherboards based on AMD B550 chipset

ASUS announces the release of motherboards with the latest AMD B550 chipset, which allows you to use

high-speed PCI Express® 4 bus capabilities.0 in low-cost PCs. Motherboards based on the AMD B550 chipset support 20 general purpose PCIe 4.0 lanes from 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors. The main PCIe slot on all new ASUS B550 boards offers 16 PCIe 4.0 lanes and supports up to four USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports that connect directly to a 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processor.

ASUS has also equipped B550 series motherboardsuseful features and technologies, such as Wi-Fi 6 support, 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, reliable power, high-speed memory support, BIOS Flashback™ and AI-powered audio noise reduction.

ASUS introduced a total of 11B550 series motherboards in three traditional ranges. ROG Strix boards occupy a high-end niche with rich features and innovative features, such as an optimized power system with high-quality cooling, improved sound, as well as support for 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 using Intel controllers. TUF gaming boards combine high-tech features with reliable, proven components, while the Prime range contains all the functions necessary for systems for any task.

ROG Strix B550-E Gaming
This board is designed to work withhigh-performance AMD processors and allows you to install multiple expansion cards. 14+2 power phases provide stable power to multi-core processors and memory modules under high loads, while reinforced PCIe x16 slots (SafeSlots technology) allow for multi-GPU configurations (SLI™ or CrossFireX™). Additional features include BIOS FlashBack for non-CPU firmware updates and FlexKey for flexible reset button remapping.

Six connectors for connecting fans toStrix B550-E Gaming, as well as special connectors for connecting water cooling pumps, provide ample opportunities for modding. Q-Fan software controls with automatic fan speed detection and multiple profiles make it easy to reduce PC temperatures and noise levels. Two M.2 slots support drives up to 110mm in length, with both slots covered by heatsinks to prevent overheating during intense use. The Strix B550-E Gaming motherboard also features 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 controllers from Intel. Among the strengths of the Strix B550-E Gaming motherboard are three USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectors, as well as several USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 ports.

ROG Strix B550-F Gaming (Wi-Fi)
The board is an ideal solution for PC assembly,who want a performance-oriented board with an attractive appearance. 12+2 power phases are ready to handle top-end Ryzen processors, while 8+4-pin ProCool power connectors ensure reliable power delivery.

This model also uses controllers 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 from Intel. Strix B550-F Gaming (Wi-Fi) meets the distinctive style of the ROG Strix family and looks quite catchy thanks to the attractive logo and printed cyber-textual pattern. To add personality to the assembly, the user is provided with a number of connectors for connecting LED-strips with support for Aura Sync technology.

ROG Strix B550-I Gaming
ROG Strix B550-I Gaming motherboarddesigned for small builds with big ambitions. The Strix B550-I Gaming can drive compatible RAM modules at speeds up to 5100 MHz and higher, taking advantage of the short paths between the memory slots and the processor. 8+2 power phase VRM zone optimized for 3rd generation Ryzen chips. Active VRM cooling and an eight-pin connector with proprietary ProCool II design ensure stable power delivery in the tight spaces of Mini-ITX cases.

The board uses 2 controllers.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 from Intel and comes with a pre-installed I/O panel with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Type-A ports. All 3.5mm jacks are LED-backlit for easy identification when connecting analog speakers , headsets and microphones.

ASUS TUF Gaming B550-Plus
ASUS TUF Gaming B550-Plus motherboardIt is equipped with 8+2 power phases and many large heatsinks in the VRM area, chipset and M.2 drives, which ensure cooling of all major components under high loads. The main PCIe 4.0 x16 slot is reinforced with SafeSlot technology to accommodate heavy graphics cards, and the ProCool power connector provides additional stability when using power-hungry processors. Both M.2 slots accommodate drives up to 110 mm in length, and a pair of PCIe x16 slots support CrossFireX configurations. The BIOS FlashBack button is located next to one of the ports for UEFI update without using the processor.

TUF Gaming B550-Plus supports standard 2.5G Ethernet and has an M.2 slot for installing Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1. The Realtek S1200A audio codec in this model supports DTS Custom surround virtualization technology. The TUF Gaming's gray-black color scheme and yellow accents create a stylish look that will be a great backdrop for experimenting with RGB lighting.

TUF Gaming B550M-Plus (Wi-Fi)
ASUS TUF Gaming B550M-Plus motherboard(Wi-Fi) received many of the features of the TUF Gaming B550-Plus, but adapts them to the features of a more compact microATX form factor. This board contains a pair of PCIe x16 and M.2 slots, just like the ATX version. The difference is that one of the M.2 slots accepts standard 80mm devices instead of the longer 110mm ones.

TUF Gaming B550M-Plus comes in twooptions: with Intel AX200 module for supporting WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 on board or without it. Regardless of which option the user chooses, he is given the opportunity to connect to an Ethernet network with a speed of 2.5 Gb / s, the Realtek S1200A audio codec with DTS® Custom support, as well as many connectors for connecting fans and RGB ribbons.

ASUS Prime B550-Plus
An excellent motherboard that will suitboth for a mid-range gaming PC and as a solid foundation for a productive workstation based on the AMD platform. This model is ideal for installing mid-range Ryzen processors and is equipped with heatsinks in the VRM and chipset areas to ensure stability under loads.

Two PCIe x16 slots support configurationCrossFireX, if the user needs to work with two video cards at the same time, while a pair of M.2 slots accept drives up to 110 mm long. If the user does not have enough USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports located on the rear I / O panel, the user can use the optional ASUS ThunderboltEX 3 expansion card. The Prime B550-Plus design is quite neutral and well suited to be used in a classic assembly, as well as to become The backbone of a vibrant gaming PC with rich backlight.

ASUS Prime B550M-A (Wi-Fi)
ASUS Prime B550M-A (Wi-Fi) will be the best choicein situations where you need a compact PC for your home or office. This variant offers almost the same specifications as the Prime B550-Plus but uses a compact microATX form factor. ASUS offers the Prime B550M-A with either Gigabit Ethernet only or a version with an Intel AX200 WiFi 6 adapter and Bluetooth 5.1.

ASUS Prime B550M-K
Compact form factor microATX motherboardASUS Prime B550M-K boards allow builders to save space without sacrificing connectivity. The board allows you to install two M.2 drives, its rear I/O panel contains two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and four USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectors, which provides sufficient bandwidth for connected peripherals. HDMI, DVI-D and D-sub ports give the Prime B550M-K plenty of options for processors with integrated graphics.