Enhance your gaming experience with the AMD AM4 Socket and PCIe 4.0. Perfectly designed to work in harmony with Zen 3 Ryzen 5000 and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs, this combination will elevate your computing power to new heights.
Our robust power design features 8+2 DrMOS power stages, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to ensure your high-core-count AMD CPUs run smoothly. Combined with an optimized thermal solution that includes a fanless VRM and chipset heatsink, along with hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI Q-Fan Control utility, your system will stay cool and efficient.
For high-performance gaming, enjoy 2.5 Gb LAN with ASUS LANGuard. Experience the best connectivity with HDMI 2.1 (4K@60HZ), DisplayPort 1.2, dual M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 x4 connectivity, front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Type-A ports. Upgrade your setup and dominate the game!
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Small Form Factor
The small form-factor doesn't sacrifice important features, making it a great option for compact builds. -
Gen 4 M.2 Slot
Supports Gen 4 M.2 slots for faster storage options. -
RGB Lighting
Incorporates neat LED lights that enhance the aesthetic appeal. -
BIOS FlashBack
The BIOS FlashBack feature is convenient for updating or retrograding the BIOS. -
Good VRM
Equipped with robust VRMs that handle high core-count CPUs well, even for overclocking. -
Easy To Set Up
The board is very easy to set up and has a good BIOS interface. -
Durable Build
Well-built and durable, ensuring a long-lasting setup. -
User Experience
Provides specific features like CPU-less BIOS updates and POST indicator lights for smooth troubleshooting. -
Performance
The motherboard performs well with high-speed RAM and excellent undervolting capabilities. -
Family Compatibility
Compatible with the Ryzen 5 family, which is a popular choice for gamers.
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Stock Cooler Issue
Stock AMD cooler may not fit due to condensed capacitor layout. -
BIOS Flashback Button
The BIOS Flashback button might be misaligned or loose. -
Temperature Readout
Lacks a temperature readout on the CPU VRM, which is a major omission. -
Sensor Readout
Does not have sensor readout for DDR4 DIMM voltage, making it hard to verify correct voltage. -
Sparse User Manual
The user manual is sparse and diagrams are not clear, which can be challenging for newbies. -
Limited M.2 PCIe 4.0 Slots
Only one of the two M.2 slots is connected to the PCIe 4.0 bus. -
Lacks Built-in WiFi
Does not have a built-in WiFi adapter, which might limit flexibility. -
High Price Point
Considered too expensive compared to some Intel options. -
Mouse Recognition Issue
Some users face issues with mouse recognition in the BIOS. -
Memory Slot Issue
Some issues with recognizing RAM speed if not placed in specific slots.
