All stock codes associated to this product
MPGB550GAMINGPLUS, MPG B550 GAMING PLUS, 4940024, MBMSB550GP, MBMS-B550-GP, 4719072731885
MSI MPG B550 Gaming Plus Motherboard
Overview
- Support for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors and future AMD Ryzen processors
with BIOS update
- Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 4400(OC) MHz
- Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 4.0, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2 with M.2
Shield Frozr, AMD Turbo USB 3.2 GEN 2
- Enhanced Power Design: Core Boost, Digital PWM IC, 2oz Thickened Copper
PCB, DDR4 Boost
- Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr
are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming
experience
- Pre-installed I/O Shielding: Better EMI protection and more convenience
for installation
- Flash BIOS Button with Optmized ClearCMOS Function: Simply use a USB key
to flash any BIOS within seconds. Restore the BIOS to the default settings
without any additional actions.
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality
GAME IN STYLE
The MPG series brings out the best in gamers by allowing full expression in
color with advanced RGB lighting control and synchronization. Experiment on
another level of personalization with a front LED strip that provides convenient
in-game and real time notifications. With the MPG series, transform your
equipment into the center of attention and top leaderboards in style.
PREMIUM HARDWARE DESIGN
With years of experience, MSI is no stranger to building high-performance
motherboards. Our R&D and engineering teams have reviewed countless designs,
evaluated a wide selection of high quality components, and developed products
for reliability even under extreme conditions.
THERMAL SOLUTION FOR MORE CORES AND HIGHER
PERFORMANCE
With more cores processors, thermal and power design is more important to
make sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced
circuit design ensures even high-end CPU to run in full speed with MSI
motherboards.
M.2 SHIELD FROZR
Worlds fastest SSDs can start to lower performance when getting hot. Part of
the motherboards heatsink design, M.2 Shield Frozr is the next generation M.2
thermal solution to avoid this by offering the best thermal protection to make
sure that SSD maintains maximum performance.
FULLY CONTROLLABLE IN BIOS AND SOFTWARE
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system
and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system
characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4
temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds
automatically.
OPTIMIZED FOR WATER COOLING
Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water
cooling solutions on the market. A dedicated water pump PIN header supports up
to 3 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked
keep-out-zone allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit.
10 + 2 + 1 DIGITAL POWER WITH DOUBLER DESIGN
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built
with digital CPU power phases. Combining exclusive Core Boost technology, MAG
series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy gaming loadings.
CORE BOOST
Core Boost technology combines MSIs premium layout and digital power design
which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point
precision. This creates the perfect conditions for multi-core CPU while
high-loading operation.
1-SECOND OVERCLOCKING!
MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance
boost you need to get more FPS.
LOAD-LINE CALIBRATION
What you set, is what you get. LLC makes sure your CPU voltage remains 100%
stable under any load. This greatly improves stability when demanding more CPU
performance.
OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION
Prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical
components.
DIGITALL POWER DESIGN
A fully digital power design allows for faster and undistorted current
delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Creating the perfect conditions for
CPU overclocking.
PRE-INSTALLED IO SHIELDING
Featuring the pre-installed IO shielding, makes your installation process
easier and safer. The patent-pending design protect your IO ports and also
prevent electrostatic discharge damage, makes your motherboard a strong gaming
foundation.
EASY BIOS RECOVERY WITH FLASH BIOS BUTTON
Run into trouble when updating your BIOS? Simply flash the old BIOS version
back and continue gaming within minutes with Flash BIOS Button. Flash BIOS
Button even works without a CPU, memory or graphics card installed!
STEP 1 No CPU/DDR/VGA required
STEP 2 Connect 24-pin & CPU power
STEP 3 Insert dongle with BIOS file
STEP 4 Use Flashback hotkey/button
XL CLIP
The enlarged PCI-E clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier. Keep
the PCI-E slot stronger and safer.
EZ DEBUG LED
Run into trouble? Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of
the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
EZ LED CONTROL
A built-in LED button on the motherboard to control your light effect. Turn
on/off your light in a second!
PCB WITH 2OZ THICKENED COPPER
An enhanced PCB design with 2oz thickened copper increases conductivity,
improving heat dissipation and performance reliability especially during
overclocking.
FORTIFY YOUR SYSTEM WITH PCI-E STEEL ARMOR
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra
solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every
advantage in games counts, Steel Armor shields the point of contact from
electromagnetic interference.
ULTIMATE MOTHERBOARD PROTECTION
Double ESD protection doubles up the grounding layer around the mounting
holes, preventing static discharge surges from damaging the motherboard.
DOUBLE ESD PROTECTION - BEST
SINGLE ESD PROTECTION - AVERAGE
SEMI ESD PROTECTION - POOR
CERTIFIED FOR GAMING
MSI motherboards has been built and tweaked for hardcore gaming. Feedback
from the worlds best esports players and rigorous testing sessions with
demanding PC games has resulted in a motherboard thats both powerful and
reliable.
WINDOWS 10 CERTIFIED
With MSI you benefit from great compatibility and a worry-free user
experience when using Microsoft Windows 10. With a true dedication to
performance, our R&D team has made sure everything works as intended when
using the latest version of Microsoft Windows on any MSI product.
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
High performance MSI motherboards are loaded with advanced features and the
latest technology to overwhelm any challenge at hand no matter whether youre a
gamer, prosumer, or PC enthusiast.
LIGHTNING GEN 4 M.2
Utilizing 3rd Gen Ryzen processors, MSI B550 motherboards feature latest
Lightning Gen 4 M.2 which is the fastest onboard storage solution on the market
with up to 64 Gb/s transfer speed.
FAST AND FUTURE-READY STORAGE
MSI B550 motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows
users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Higher efficiency makes your
work easier.
EXTREME STABILITY & COMPATIBILITY TESTING
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands
under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what. Our
memory partners include brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.Skill and many
more to optimize memory modules, configurations and even improve
overclocking.
A HUGE STEP OF DDR PERFORMANCE
MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. Compared to
B450 motherboard memory A-XMP profile, MSI does have great improvement on
performance and efficiency for B550 motherboards. Easy to enable A-XMP profile
with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
LOWER LANTENCY AND MORE EFFICIENCY
EASY OVERCLOCKING WITH A-XMP PROFILE
The A-XMP in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. It is easy to
enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and
stability.
DRAGON CENTER
MSI brand new Dragon Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a
single centralized application. Take control of advanced motherboards features
and unleash endless possibilities.
True Color
Optimized monitors brightness and color in several modes for different
situation, you can also customize by yourself.
Live Update
Never miss out on important updates. MSI Live Update automatically downloads
and installs the latest drivers, BIOS and software so you can focus on your
work.
User Scenario
One click for setting your computer, even customize own profile as your
preference.
Hardware Monitor
Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time.
OC Setting
Tune select motherboard settings in the OC Setting menu, where options to
boost core performance and optimize system cooling are presented in an intuitive
interface.
Total Fan Control
Assume complete control of your fans with Total Fan Control. Set up to four
CPU temperature targets and the motherboard will adjust fan speeds
automatically.
Mystic Light
Create your own colorful masterpiece with ease. Splash any color you want
with just a few clicks!
Product Registration
Register your MSI product to enjoy a host of benefits!
CLICK BIOS 5
Get more from a loaded BIOS designed for ease of use. Fine-tune the
motherboard for gaming performance, efficiency, or overclocking world
records!
GAME BOOST
Quickly overclock your CPU with a single button for more
performance.
A-XMP
Choose from a preset A-XMP profile and automatically overclock compatible DDR
memory.
M-FLASH
Conveniently flash or upgrade the BIOS in a few minutes from the CMOS Setup
Utility.
HARDWARE MONITOR
Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time
including temperature, memory capacity, clock speed, and voltage.
MEMORY TRY IT
Get extreme speed out of your system memory and get more
performance.
SEARCH & FAVORITES
A permanent search & favorite option in the top right corner moves you
through the BIOS menus quickly.
MSI APP PLAYER
Developed under an exclusive partnership with BlueStacks, the MSI APP Player
brings seamless gaming experience between mobile games and PC platform, and
leverages customized features as specific keyboard lighting and better graphics
with multi-task works.
CONNECTIVITY
MSI motherboards are built with a variety of connectors to satisfy gamers.
Enhanced audio, advanced LAN networking capabilities, USB and Mystic Light turn
any gaming experience into an immerse one.
DEDICATED HIGH DEFINITION AUDIO PROCESSOR
Make sure you enjoy the purest sound quality in both stereo and surround
sound.
HIGH QUALITY AUDIO CAPACITORS
A high fidelity sound experience with exceptional acoustics and realism for
studio level headphones is ensured.
HIGH QUALITY AUDIO JACKS WITH S/PDIF
Keep your sound perfect by transmit your audio with pure digital signal.
ISOLATED AUDIO DESIGN
Like a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits have been laid on
a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated.
SEPARATED AUDIO LAYERS FOR CLEAN LEFT & RIGHT
CHANNELS
Using separated layers in the PCB ensures equally pristine sound quality for
both left and right audio channels.
Audio Boost protects your ears by eliminating those annoying loud
popping sounds when you plug/unplug devices or turn your PC on/off.
BOOST YOUR GAME EXPERIENCE WITH USB 3.2 GEN 2
Read and write your files over USB faster than ever. MSI MPG series
motherboards offer a wide variety of options to connect and boost your USB
devices, delivering 10Gbps transferring speed by both USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and
Type-C.
USB FRONT TYPE-C
MSI gaming motherboards support USB Front Type-C that allows gamers to
connect with the latest USB devices. Built up a system with MSI PC case to have
the most convenient experience.
TRUE COLOR MYSTIC LIGHT ON MOTHERBOARD
Splash on some color and vibrant RGB lighting effects using MSI Mystic Light
with 16.8 million colors and 29 LED effects.
Mystic Light Extension
Still not satisfied with the decoration on the ecosystem? The Mystic Light
Extension will help you to have more attractive way to decorate you gaming rig
by the LED Strips and still under controlled by the Mystic Light
application.
JRAINBOW
The JRAINBOW pin header provides the max 3A(5V) power supply for the WS2812B
Addressable RGB LED strips in 75 LEDs
Specifications
|
SOCKET |
AM4 |
|
CPU
(MAX SUPPORT) |
RYZEN
9 |
|
CHIPSET |
AMD
B550 Chipset |
|
DDR4
MEMORY |
Supports
DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by
JEDEC |
|
Supports
DDR4 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/ 3733/ 3866/ 4000/
4133/ 4266/ 4400+ MHz by A-XMP OC MODE |
|
MEMORY
CHANNEL |
Dual |
|
DIMM
SLOTS |
4 |
|
MAX
MEMORY (GB) |
128 |
|
PCI-E
X16 |
2 |
|
PCI-E
X1 |
2 |
|
SATAIII |
6 |
|
M.2
SLOT |
2 |
|
RAID |
0/1/10 |
|
TPM
(HEADER) |
1 |
|
LAN |
1x
Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN controller |
|
USB
3.2 PORTS (FRONT) |
1(Gen
1, Type C), 2(Gen 1, Type A) |
|
USB
3.2 PORTS (REAR) |
1(Gen
2, Type C), 1(Gen 2, Type A), 2(Gen 1, Type A) |
|
USB
2.0 PORTS (FRONT) |
4 |
|
USB
2.0 PORTS (REAR) |
4 |
|
AUDIO
PORTS (REAR) |
Realtek
ALC892 Codec |
|
DISPLAYPORT |
1 |
|
HDMI |
1 |
|
DIRECTX |
12 |
|
FORM
FACTOR |
ATX |
|
CROSSFIRE |
Y |
|
OPERATING
SYSTEM |
Support
for Windows 10 64-bit |
