14+2+1 power stage rated at 80 A and an eight-layer circuit board to hold the hungriest Ryzen chips. AM5 socket, four DDR5 slots up to 8000 MT/s, three M.2 ports including one PCIe 5.0 and 2.5 Gb/s wired networking.
AM5 socket — AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 processors
Micro-ATX format, 244 x 244 mm
4 dual-channel DDR5 slots, up to 8000+ MT/s when overclocked
Reinforced SafeSlot PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
3 M.2 ports: one PCIe 5.0 x4 and two PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe RAID
4 SATA 6 Gb/s ports
2.5 Gb/s wired networking
USB-C 20 Gb/s at the rear
USB-C 10 Gb/s connector for the case front panel
14+2+1 phase power stage rated at 80 A
8-layer circuit board
Pre-installed stainless steel I/O panel
M.2 Q-Latch fixing and PCIe Q-Release lever, tool-free
BIOS FlashBack, without processor or memory
7.1 audio with DTS processing
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The ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS II builds on the fundamentals of the TUF Gaming range with a reinforced design: a 14+2+1-phase 80A power stage, enlarged heatsinks and a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel I/O panel, tested for 72 hours in salt spray. Designed for AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 processors, it combines DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 and a Realtek ALC1220P audio codec for a versatile platform that is as much at home in gaming as in content creation.
8-channel (7.1) audio, Realtek ALC1220P codec with DTS processing
Ethernet network card
Realtek 2.5 Gbps
Dimensions (W x D x H)
244 x 244 mm
Wi-Fi
No
CPU socket
AMD AM5
Compatible processors
AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000
Chipset
AMD B850
Onboard video outputs
HDMI and DisplayPort
Motherboard form factor
Micro-ATX
CPU power stages
14+2+1 phases, 80 A DrMOS
Power connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX, 1 x 8-pin EPS
Technical specifications (continued)
Memory type
DDR5
Memory slots
4 x DDR5 DIMM, dual channel
Wired network
2.5 Gbps
Internal USB headers
1 USB-C 10 Gbps header, 1 USB 5 Gbps header and 2 USB 2.0 headers
Rear panel connectors
HDMI, DisplayPort, RJ-45 2.5 Gbps, 1 x USB-C 20 Gbps, 2 x USB-A 10 Gbps, 4 x USB-A 5 Gbps, 4 x USB 2.0, 3 x 3.5 mm audio jacks, BIOS FlashBack and Clear CMOS buttons
USB ports
1 x USB-C 20 Gbps, 2 x USB-A 10 Gbps, 4 x USB-A 5 Gbps, 4 x USB 2.0 on the rear
Number of M.2 slots
3 slots
SATA ports
4 x SATA 6 Gbps
M.2 slots
3 x M.2: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x4 (2280) and 2 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (2242/2260/2280)
PCI Express slots
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1
Warranty
1 year
Specific references
EAN
4711636181853
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Frequently asked questions about this product
Which processors does the ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS II support?
AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors, on socket AM5 with the AMD B850 chipset. The board takes only one processor, and an AM4 Ryzen does not fit this socket.
How many M.2 SSDs can I install on this motherboard?
Three: one PCIe 5.0 x4 and two PCIe 4.0 x4, with NVMe RAID support. The Gen5 slot is the fastest — that is where the system SSD goes.
Is the rear panel of this motherboard corrosion-resistant?
Yes: it is pre-installed and made of stainless steel, and ASUS specifies a 72-hour salt spray test. This matters by the sea or in a humid workshop.
How much memory does this B850M motherboard support?
4 DDR5 slots in dual-channel, up to 8,000 MT/s and beyond when overclocked. DDR4 does not fit these slots: the connector is different.
How is the processor power delivery designed?
As a 14+2+1 phase design with 80 A power stages, on an 8-layer PCB and under enlarged heatsinks. Enough to handle the most power-hungry Ryzen processors under sustained load.
Do I need a screwdriver to mount the SSD or remove the graphics card?
No: the M.2 Q-Latch holds the SSD in place without screws, and the PCIe Q-Release lever frees the graphics card in one move, even under a large cooler.
Can I update the BIOS without a processor installed?
Yes: the BIOS FlashBack feature updates the board without a processor or memory installed, from a USB flash drive. This is what gets past a build refused by an outdated BIOS.
Can I connect my case's front-panel USB-C port?
Yes: a 10 Gbps USB-C header is provided for the front panel, in addition to the 20 Gbps USB-C port on the rear panel. Your case's port will not go unused.
Will this motherboard fit in a small case?
Yes: it is a micro-ATX form factor measuring 244 × 244 mm, shorter than an ATX board, while keeping PCIe 5.0 and three M.2 slots. It also fits in a mid-tower.
Is the graphics card slot reinforced?
Yes: the PCIe 5.0 x16 slot is fitted with ASUS SafeSlot reinforcement, which protects the connector from bending under the weight of a modern graphics card.
Can I connect a monitor to this motherboard without a graphics card?
Only if the processor has an integrated graphics core: the motherboard has no graphics controller of its own, it passes through the Ryzen's. Without it, a graphics card is essential.
What is the audio quality of this ASUS motherboard?
A Realtek ALC1220P codec with 7.1 channels and DTS processing. It is a higher-grade codec than the common ALC897: enough to drive demanding headphones without a sound card.
Is this ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS II motherboard new and under warranty?
Yes, it is a new ASUS product, reference 90MB1MT0-M0EAY0, barcode 4711636181853, with 2.5 Gbps wired networking and four SATA 6 Gbps ports. The invoice serves as the warranty document, for 1 year.
Eight 60 A processor power phases, two M.2 ports including one Gen5 and a reinforced PCIe 5.0 slot. AM5 socket optimised for Ryzen 9000 series processors, with Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking.
•AM5 socket, optimised for AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors
Intel Core Ultra series 2 on an LGA 1851 socket, four DDR5 slots and three M.2 ports including one PCIe 5.0. A 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 4 port, Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking complete the connectivity.
•LGA 1851 socket — Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors
Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking in a micro-ATX format, on socket LGA 1851 for Intel Core Ultra series 2. Three M.2 ports including one PCIe 5.0, a PCIe 5.0 graphics slot and up to 256 GB of DDR5.
•Socket LGA 1851, Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors
Four Gen4 M.2 ports and six SATA ports for storage, four DDR5 slots and a reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16. LGA 1700 socket for 12th and 13th generation Intel Core processors, with 2.5 Gb/s wired networking.
•LGA 1700 socket — 12th and 13th generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron
•4 dual-channel DDR5 slots, up to 7200+ MHz when overclocked
LGA 1700 socket for 12th- and 13th-generation Intel Core processors, four DDR5 slots and four Gen4 M.2 ports under heatsinks so the SSDs do not slow down as they heat up. 2.5 Gb/s wired networking.
•LGA 1700 socket — 12th- and 13th-generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron
•4 dual-channel DDR5 slots, up to 7000+ MHz overclocked
5 Gb/s wired networking and a Thunderbolt 4 port for large transfers, three M.2 ports including one PCIe 5.0 and a PCIe 5.0 graphics slot. Four DDR5 slots take up to 256 GB, for Intel Core Ultra series 2.
Thunderbolt 4 at 40 Gb/s over USB-C, Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking: connectivity is the strong point. LGA 1851 socket for Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors, four DDR5 slots and three M.2 ports, one of them PCIe 5.0.
•LGA 1851 socket — Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors
•4 dual-channel DDR5 slots, up to 8800+ MT/s overclocked
Up to 256 GB of memory across four slots, up to 8800 MT/s overclocked. Three M.2 ports, one of them PCIe 5.0, a 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 4 and 5 Gbps wired networking, for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors.
•Intel B860 chipset for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors
ATX AM5 motherboard with the B850 chipset for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 processors: PCIe 5.0 for the graphics card and an SSD, three M.2 slots, DDR5 up to 256 GB, 5 Gb/s networking, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
DDR5 memory up to 7200 MHz across four slots, four M.2 Gen4 ports and a PCIe 5.0 slot for the graphics card. LGA 1700 socket for 12th and 13th generation Core, with 2.5 Gb/s networking.
Eight 60 A processor power phases, two M.2 ports including one Gen5 and a reinforced PCIe 5.0 slot. AM5 socket optimised for Ryzen 9000 series processors, with Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking.
•AM5 socket, optimised for AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors
ATX AM5 motherboard with the B850 chipset for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 processors: PCIe 5.0 for the graphics card and an SSD, three M.2 slots, DDR5 up to 256 GB, 5 Gb/s networking, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
Two M.2 Gen5 ports and two M.2 Gen4, a reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and 14+2+1 power delivery rated at 80 A. AM5 socket for the Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000, with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and 5 Gb/s wired networking.
•AM5 socket — AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 processors
Up to 256 GB of memory across four slots, up to 8800 MT/s overclocked. Three M.2 ports, one of them PCIe 5.0, a 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 4 and 5 Gbps wired networking, for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors.
•Intel B860 chipset for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors
Intel Core Ultra series 2 on an LGA 1851 socket, four DDR5 slots and three M.2 ports including one PCIe 5.0. A 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 4 port, Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking complete the connectivity.
•LGA 1851 socket — Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors
ATX AM5 motherboard with the B840 chipset for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 processors: two M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots, DDR5 up to 256 GB, 2.5 Gb/s networking, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and an HDMI 2.1 output.
Wi-Fi 7 and 5 Gb/s wired networking in a micro-ATX format, on socket LGA 1851 for Intel Core Ultra series 2. Three M.2 ports including one PCIe 5.0, a PCIe 5.0 graphics slot and up to 256 GB of DDR5.
•Socket LGA 1851, Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors
Socket LGA 1700 takes Core processors from the 12th to the 14th generation, with memory up to 256 GB across four slots. Two PCIe 4.0 M.2 ports under a heatsink and 2.5 Gb/s wired networking, in ATX format.
Cost-controlled micro-ATX for 12th and 13th generation Core processors on socket LGA 1700, with four DDR5 slots taking up to 256 GB. Two PCIe 4.0 M.2 ports and three video outputs, including VGA for older monitors.