Asus Prime B650M-A WiFi II-CSM AMD B650 Micro-ATX motherboard, DDR5, PCIe 5.0 M.2 support, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, DisplayPort, VGA, HDMI®, SATA 6 Gbps, USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, BIOS FlashBack™, Aura Sync

About the Asus Prime B650M-A WiFi II-CSM Motherboard

Key feature about the Asus Prime B650M-A WiFi II-CSM Motherboard

• AMD AM5 Socket Compatibility: The board’s AM5 socket supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors, enabling compatibility with the latest CPUs for balanced performance in gaming, content creation, and multitasking applications.

• B650 Chipset Foundation: Built with the AMD B650 chipset, the motherboard supports modern PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 interfaces, offering a solid base for current-generation expansion cards and high-speed storage devices.

• DDR5 Memory Support: Four DDR5 DIMM slots allow dual-channel memory configurations up to 192 GB, with support for high-speed EXPO-enabled modules and OptiMem II trace optimizations to improve memory signal integrity.

• PCIe 5.0 M.2 Storage: The primary M.2 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4 speeds (Ryzen 9000/7000), delivering exceptionally fast NVMe storage performance essential for quick system responsiveness and reduced loading times.

• Secondary PCIe 4.0 M.2 Slot: A second M.2 slot with PCIe 4.0 x4 support provides additional ultra-fast storage flexibility for OS, applications, or dedicated scratch drives.

• SATA 6 Gb/s Ports: Four SATA 6 Gb/s ports enable the connection of traditional SSDs or HDDs for expanded mass storage, ideal for bulk data or multimedia libraries.

• Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet: High-speed wired networking support reduces latency and improves throughput for competitive gaming, streaming, and large file transfers.

• Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Networking: Onboard Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) provides fast, stable wireless connectivity across crowded network environments, which is important for modern home or office setups.

• Bluetooth Connectivity: Wireless Bluetooth support (through the Wi-Fi module) enables easy pairing with peripherals such as headsets, mice, keyboards, and mobile devices.

• Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports: Multiple high-speed USB Type-A ports on the rear I/O deliver fast data transfer rates for peripherals like flash drives, external drives, and modern accessories.

• Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Header: A front panel USB-C header ensures convenient connectivity for modern cases and high-speed peripherals without compromising cable management.

• Legacy and Modern Display Outputs: Featuring DisplayPort, HDMI, and VGA outputs, the board supports a wide range of display options, including high-resolution monitors, depending on the installed CPU’s integrated graphics.

• Comprehensive Audio Solution: Integrated audio with Realtek codec and DTS enhancements delivers quality stereo sound for entertainment, gaming, and communication needs with audio shielding to reduce interference.

• Extensive Cooling Support: The board includes VRM and chipset heatsinks, hybrid fan headers, and Fan Xpert 2+ software support for efficient heat management under sustained heavy use.

• BIOS FlashBack™ Support: BIOS FlashBack™ allows firmware updates without a CPU installed, simplifying platform upgrades and recovery processes for future-proofing.

• OptiMem II Memory Enhancements: ASUS OptiMem II technology improves memory trace layout to preserve signal integrity, which supports higher stable overclocked memory frequencies.

• Dual-Channel Memory Architecture: Dual-channel architecture maximizes memory bandwidth for performance in multitasking and memory-intensive workloads.

• Aura Sync RGB Headers: Addressable and standard RGB headers let builders sync lighting effects across compatible hardware, delivering cohesive visual customization.

• Fan and Thermal Control: Hybrid fan headers and multiple sensor inputs help users customize cooling profiles through UEFI or software, balancing noise and performance.

• ASUS Control Center Express (ACCE): CSM-oriented ASUS Control Center Express support provides tools for easier management and endpoint control, beneficial in business or enterprise environments.