ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI emolevy

Armed with PCIe 5.0 x16 and a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, the TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI unleashes the full potential of AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors on the AM5 socket, delivering blistering storage and graphics bandwidth for high-refresh gaming.

Overview

The ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI is a robust ATX motherboard built on the AMD B850 chipset, engineered for gamers and PC builders who demand durability and performance. It supports DDR5 memory up to 128 GB with speeds exceeding 6400 MHz (OC), ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming. The board features a 12+2 DrMOS power stage design for stable power delivery, and comprehensive cooling with enlarged VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, and hybrid fan headers. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, and a rich USB selection including a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port. Aura Sync RGB lighting lets you customize your build's aesthetics.

What stands out

• AMD AM5 socket: Compatible with Ryzen 7000 series, ready for future upgrades.
• PCIe 5.0 support: One x16 slot and one M.2 slot for next-gen GPUs and SSDs.
• DDR5 memory: Four DIMM slots, up to 128 GB, overclocking to 6400+ MHz.
• Wi-Fi 6 and 2.5Gb Ethernet: High-speed wireless and wired networking.
• TUF components: Military-grade capacitors, chokes, and MOSFETs for longevity.
• Comprehensive cooling: VRM and M.2 heatsinks, multiple fan headers, AI Cooling II.

Technical details

• Chipset: AMD B850
• Socket: AM5 (LGA 1718)
• Form factor: ATX
• Memory: 4 x DIMM, DDR5, max 128 GB, OC up to 6400+ MHz
• Expansion slots: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode)
• Storage: 3 x M.2 (1 x PCIe 5.0 x4, 2 x PCIe 4.0 x4), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
• Network: Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2
• Audio: Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
• Rear USB: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A
• Internal USB: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, 2 x USB 2.0 headers
• Power connectors: 1 x 24-pin Main, 1 x 8-pin +12V, 1 x 4-pin +12V
• RGB: Aura Sync RGB headers

Our verdict

The TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI strikes an excellent balance between cutting-edge features and TUF reliability. With PCIe 5.0, DDR5, and robust power delivery, it's a future-proof foundation for any AM5 gaming rig.