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ASUS TUF Gaming B450-PLUS II Motherboard for Gamers with AM4 Socket, DDR4 4400(O.C.), HDMI 2.0b, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, and AI Noise Cancelling Mic. Ideal for Ryzen CPUs and High-Performance Gaming

Unlock the full potential of your gaming setup with the AMD AM4 Socket, compatible with Ryzen 5000 and 3rd, 2nd, and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs. Experience robust performance thanks to the high-quality DrMOS power stages, alloy chokes, and durable capacitors designed for the latest AMD high-core-count CPUs.

Keep your system cool with a fanless VRM and PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers, and the Fan Xpert 2 utility for superior fan speed management. Enjoy seamless connectivity with support for HDMI 2.0b (4K at 60Hz), DisplayPort 1.2, dual M.2 slots (NVMe SSD), and USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. Immerse yourself in rich audio with DTS Sound Unbound and clear communication through ASUS AI Noise-Cancelling Mic technology.

Customize your gaming experience with RGB headers and the Armoury Crate utility, while the DIY-friendly BIOS Flashback and exclusive UEFI BIOS make updates a breeze. For Ryzen 5000 series CPUs, remember to update your BIOS via the ASUS website. Your ultimate gaming adventure awaits!

advantage
  1. Price-Performance Ratio

    Highly affordable with great performance for its cost.
  2. Wide Compatibility

    Supports Ryzen 3000 and 5000 series CPUs out of the box.
  3. BIOS Flashback Feature

    Easy BIOS updates via the dedicated Flashback button.
  4. Sturdy Build

    Feels heavier, sturdier, and high-quality compared to other boards in the same range.
  5. Multiple Expansion Options

    Offers several PCIe slots, six SATA ports, and two M.2 slots for expansion.
disadvantage
  1. Flimsy IO Shield

    The IO shield is extremely flimsy and can buckle away from the case.
  2. Limited PCIe 4.0 Support

    Does not support PCIe 4.0, which may impact the performance of newer graphics cards.
  3. No Integrated Wi-Fi

    Lacks integrated Wi-Fi, which can be a drawback for users who need wireless connectivity.
  4. Limited Fan Headers

    Only has three case fan headers, which might be insufficient for users with multiple fans.
  5. DDR4 4400 OC Only

    Higher RAM speeds such as DDR4 4400 are only achievable through overclocking.
weight 0.25 kg
size 4 × 9 × 10 centimeters
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