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90MB14G0M0UAY0, 90MB14G0-M0UAY0, TUFGAMINGB550PLUS, TUF GAMING B550-PLUS, 4718017749435
Asus TUF GAMING B550-PLUS AMD B550 (Ryzen AM4) ATX Gaming
Motherboard
Overview
AMD B550 (Ryzen AM4) ATX gaming motherboard with PCIe 4.0, dual M.2, 10 DrMOS
power stages, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, HDMI, DisplayPort, SATA 6 Gbps, USB 3.2 Gen 2
Type-A and Type-C, and Aura Sync RGB lighting support
- AMD AM4 socket: Ready for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors
- Enhanced power solution: 8+2 DrMOS power stages, ProCool sockets,
military-grade TUF components, and Digi+ VRM for maximum durability
- Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsink,
hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility
- Next-gen connectivity: PCIe 4.0 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C
support
- Made for online gaming: 2.5 Gb Ethernet, M.2 slot (Key E) for Wi-Fi
module, TUF LANGuard, and Turbo LAN technology
- Realtek S1200A codec: Pristine audio quality with unprecedented 108 dB
signal-to-noise ratio for stereo line out and 103 dB SNR for line
in
- AI noise-canceling microphone: provides crystal-clear in-game voice
communication
DURABLE. STABLE. RELIABLE.
TUF Gaming B550-Plus distills essential elements of the latest AMD platform
and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered
with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive
set of cooling options, this motherboard delivers rock-solid performance with
unwavering gaming stability.
When you build with a TUF Gaming motherboard, you also benefit from the TUF
Gaming Alliance an ASUS collaboration with trusted industry partners that
ensures easier building, best compatibility, and complementary aesthetics from
components to case.
ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCE
With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the
latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF Gaming
B550-Plus is the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle
rig.
DrMOS
The onboard VRM of TUF Gaming B550-Plus utilizes 8+2 DrMOS power stages that
combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package,
delivering the power and efficiency that 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors
demand.
Stack Cool 3+
2-ounce copper layers draw heat away from critical components to keep them at
their optimal operating temperatures and provide more headroom to push CPUs
beyond stock speeds.
ProCool Socket
ENHANCED 8-PIN CONNETOR
- Extreme durability
- Prevent hotspots and connector failure
Compared with traditional power inputs, ProCool sockets are built to tight
specifications to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. The resulting lower
impedance helps to prevent hotspots and connector failure.
TUF COMPONENTS
TUF CHOKES
Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-steady power to the CPU,
improving system stability.
TUF CAPACITORS
Proprietary capacitors provide up to 20% greater temperature tolerance and
5X-longer lifespan.
Digi+ VRM
The integrated Digi+ VRM voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest
in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU
at all times.
Cooler by design
1. VRM HEATSINK
A large, high-mass heatsink with extensive surface that covers the VRM and
choke areas improves heat dissipation.
THERMAL PAD
High-quality thermal pads help transfer heat from the inductor and phase
array to the heatsink.
2. M.2 HEATSINK
The M.2 heatsink keeps the M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for
consistent performance and reliability.
COMPREHENSIVE FAN CONTROLS
TUF Gaming B550-Plus features comprehensive fan controls that can be
configured via Fan Xpert 4 utility or via the award-winning ASUS UEFI
BIOS.
Multiple temperature sources
Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable
thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily
managed by Fan Xpert 4 or via the UEFI.
AiO water-cooling set
An integrated AiO system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps,
making it perfect for custom or self-contained cooling setups.
4-pin PWM/DC fan
All onboard chassis fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC
fans.
Smart protection
A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from over-temperature
and overcurrent.
PCIe 4.0 M.2 (up to 64 Gbps)
TUF Gaming B550 series motherboards support PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot and provides
NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID
configuration with up to PCIe 4.0 storage device to enjoy the fastest
data-transfer speeds on the 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen platform.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C
Numerous USB ports support gaming rigs loaded with peripherals, including a
USB Type-A and a Type-C connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for
compatible cases.
Thunderbolt 3 support
An integrated Thunderbolt 3 header supports up to 40 Gbps of aggregate
interface bandwidth. One Thunderbolt 3 port can support up to six devices in a
daisy-chain, and provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge
devices.
EASY PC DIY
TUF Gaming motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just
the way you want even for first-time builders. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem
makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software offers full
control of system settings via a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards give
you everything you need to build your dream gaming rig without adding
complexity.
Build with confidence
TUF Gaming Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC-component
brands to ensure compatibility with a wide range of parts, such as PC cases,
power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With more partnerships and
components being added regularly, the TUF Gaming Alliance will continue to grow
even stronger.
SafeSlot
SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide
superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured via a new
insert-molding process, SafeSlot integrates fortifying metal for an inherently
stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional
solder points.
ESD guards
ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from
electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air
discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge greatly surpassing the respective
industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV.
KEYBOARDS AND MOUSE CONNECTORS
Additional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression.
VGA PROTECTION
Additional on-circuit ESD TVS diodes to protect VGA output
functionality.
USB CONNECTORS
TVS diode for surface-mount and dual in-line package.
TUF LANGuard
TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced
signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve
throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static
electricity.
DRAM overvoltage protection
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This
extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and
connected devices.
Stainless-steel back I/O panel
TUF Gaming motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O
panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a 3X-longer lifespan versus
traditional panels. With this protective feature, TUF Gaming motherboards passed
72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized
control of supported gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury
Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible
device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unied system
lighting effects. You can also turn on the AI Noise-Canceling Microphone
function for crystal-clear in-game voice communication. The software also
provides control of settings for a select and growing number of products,
including keyboard and mouse preferences as well as laptop overclocking and fan
speeds, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate
even features dedicated product registration and news areas to help you stay in
touch with the gaming community.
- AI NOISE-CANCELING
- AURA SYNC
- DRIVER & MANUAL DOWNLOAD
- ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
IMMERSIVE GAMING
TUF Gaming B550-Plus provides a complete, high-performance gaming package
with a long list of features to improve your experience, including ultrafast
networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for
FPS gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached accessories to
help you create a personalized gaming atmosphere.
EXCLUSIVE 2.5 GIGABIT ETHERNET
2.5G on-board Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch with an up to
2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take
advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming,
immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.
M.2 Slot (key E) for Wi-Fi module
TUF Gaming B550-Plus comes along with an M.2 (Key E) slot which gives you the
flexibility to upgrade your networking solution by installing an M.2
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module.
Turbo LAN
NETWORK-OPTIMIZATION SOFTWARE FOR CUSTOMIZABLE PACKET
PRIORITIZATION
Turbo LAN is a network-optimization software for customizable packet
prioritization. With cFosSpeed traffic-shaping technology, it allows you to
configure application priority via an intuitive interface, and reduces network
lag.
1. ONE CLICK TURBO
Adjust the network transmission priority by one click!
2. AUTO DETECT GAME LIST
Turbo Lan will detect every game in system, and add in list
automatically.
AI NOISE-CANCELING MICROPHONE
AI Noise-Canceling Microphone software is exclusively featured on ASUS
motherboards and supports 3.5 mm, USB, or Bluetooth headsets. The utility
leverages a massive deep-learning database to preserve the sound of your voice
while eliminating distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks, and other forms of
environmental noise. And it only places a slight load on the CPU, ensuring
minimal impact on gaming performance.
Exclusive Realtek codec Realtek S1200A
TUF GAMING AUDIO COVER
Effective shielding preserves the integrity of audio signals to ensure best
quality.
HIGH-DEFINITION AUDIO
Premium Japanese audio capacitors provide warm, natural, and immersive
sound.
EXCLUSIVE S1200A CODEC
ASUS-exclusive codec delivers an expansive soundstage and dynamic
sound.
AUDIO SHIELDING
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral
interference.
signal-to-noise ratio
The unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek for TUF
Gaming B550M series motherboards features an unprecedented 108 dB
signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line out and a 103dB SNR for the line in,
providing pristine audio quality.
DTS Custom for gaming headsets
Hone your battle skills with exclusive DTS Custom onboard audio. Utilizing
advanced emulation techniques to create positional cues via stereo headphones,
DTS Custom takes onboard audio to a new frontier. With three presets Aerial,
Soundscape, and Tactical for different genres, you'll have a distinct advantage
in every game.
AERIAL MODE
Experience audio as though hovering above the game world, with sound coming
from ahead perfect for MOBA, RTA, strategy and sports titles!
SOUNDSCAPE MODE
The ideal audio envelope for MMO, RPG, action and horror games your ears will
put you in the center of the action!
TACTICAL MODE
Shhh is that an enemy just around the corner? DTS Custom emphasises detail
for stealthy play, so you'll detect and locate every footstep!
Outshine the Competition
A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB
lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs
as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced
with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.
Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
The addressable Gen 2 RGB header is now capable of detecting the number of
LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to
automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new header also
offers backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
Specifications
CPU
|
Build
in AMD for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics
Processors * |
|
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU
support list |
Chipset
|
AMD
B550 |
Memory
|
3rd
Gen AMD Ryzen Processors |
|
4
x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4
4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133
MHz Un-buffered Memory * |
|
3rd
Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics
Processors |
|
4
x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4
4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4466(O.C.)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133
MHz Un-buffered Memory |
|
Dual
Channel Memory Architecture |
|
ECC
Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. |
|
* Refer to www.asus.com for the
Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors
Lists). |
Graphic
|
1
x DisplayPort 1.2 |
|
1
x HDMI 2.1(4K@60HZ) |
|
*Graphics
specifications may vary between CPU types. |
Multi-GPU
Support |
Supports
AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology |
Expansion
Slots |
3rd
Gen AMD Ryzen Processors |
|
1
x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 mode) |
|
3rd
Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics
Processors |
|
1
x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode) |
|
AMD
B550 Chipset |
|
1
x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode) |
|
3
x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
|
*
Support PCIe bifurcation for RAID on CPU
function. |
Storage
|
Total
supports 2 x M.2 slot(s) and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
ports |
|
3rd
Gen AMD Ryzen Processors : |
|
1
x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) |
|
3rd
Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics Processors
: |
|
1
x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA
modes) storage devices support |
|
AMD
B550 Chipset : |
|
1
x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA
modes) storage devices support*2 |
|
6
x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), |
|
Support
Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 |
LAN
|
Realtek
RTL8125B 2.5Gb Ethernet |
|
TUF
LANGuard |
Wireless
Data Network |
M.2
slot only (Key E) (Support PCIe interface)* |
|
*Wi-Fi
module is sold separately. |
Audio
|
Realtek
ALC S1200A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio
CODEC |
|
-
Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, up
to 24-Bit/192kHz playback |
|
Audio
Feature : |
|
-
Exclusive DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets. |
|
-
Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel |
|
-
Audio cover |
|
-
Audio Shielding |
|
-
Dedicated audio PCB layers |
|
-
Premium Japanese audio capacitors |
|
-
Unique de-pop circuit |
USB
Ports |
Rear
USB Port ( Total 8 ) |
|
2
x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(1 x Type-A +1 x USB
Type-C) |
|
4
x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)( x Type-A) |
|
2
x USB 2.0 port(s)( x Type-A) |
|
Front
USB Port ( Total 6 ) |
|
2
x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A) |
|
4
x USB 2.0 port(s)(4 x Type-A) |
Software
Features |
ASUS
Exclusive Software |
|
Armoury
Crate |
|
-
Aura Creator |
|
-
Aura Sync |
|
-
AI Noise Cancelling Microphone |
|
AI
Suite 3 |
|
-
Performance And Power Saving Utility |
|
TurboV
EVO |
|
EPU |
|
Digi+
VRM |
|
Fan
Xpert 4 |
|
-
EZ update |
|
TUF
GAMING CPU-Z |
|
AI
Charger |
|
ASUS
Turbo LAN |
|
DAEMON
Tools |
|
DTS
Custom for GAMING Headsets |
|
Norton
Anti-virus software (Free Trial for 60 days) |
|
WinRAR |
|
UEFI
BIOS |
|
ASUS
EZ DIY |
|
-
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 |
|
-
ASUS EZ Flash 3 |
|
-
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode |
ASUS
Special Features |
ASUS
TUF PROTECTION |
|
-
ASUS DIGI+ VRM (Digital power design with Dr.
MOS) |
|
-
ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection |
|
-
ASUS ESD Guards |
|
-
TUF LANGuard |
|
-
ASUS Overvoltage Protection |
|
-
ASUS SafeSlot |
|
-
ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O |
|
ASUS
Q-Design |
|
-
ASUS Q-DIMM |
|
-
ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow
green]) |
|
-
ASUS Q-Slot |
|
ASUS
Thermal Solution |
|
-
Aluminum M.2 heatsink |
|
ASUS
EZ DIY |
|
-
BIOS FlashBack button |
|
-
BIOS FlashBack LED |
|
-
Procool |
|
AURA
Sync |
|
-
Standard RGB headers |
|
-
Addressable Gen 2 RGB header |
Back
I/O Ports |
1
x DisplayPort |
|
1
x HDMI |
|
1
x LAN (2.5G) port(s) |
|
2
x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (teal blue) (1 x Type-A+1 x USB
Type-C) |
|
4
x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue) Type-A |
|
2
x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS
FlashBack) |
|
1
x Optical S/PDIF out |
|
5
x Audio jack(s) |
|
1
x BIOS FlashBack Button(s) |
Internal
I/O Ports |
1
x CPU Fan connector(s) |
|
1
x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) |
|
3
x Chassis Fan connector(s) |
|
1
x AIO_PUMP connector |
|
2
x Aura RGB Strip Headers |
|
1
x Addressable Gen 2 header(s) |
|
1
x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2
Gen 1 port(s) |
|
2
x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0
port(s) |
|
1
x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) |
|
1
x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
|
1
x M.2 with E key for Wi-Fi module |
|
1
x SPI TPM header |
|
6
x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) |
|
1
x Thunderbolt header(s) |
|
1
x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) |
|
1
x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors |
|
1
x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) |
|
1
x Thermal sensor connector(s) |
|
1
x Clear CMOS jumper(s) |
|
1
x System panel connector |
|
1
x COM port header |
Accessories
|
User's
manual |
|
I/O
Shield |
|
2
x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) |
|
1
x Supporting DVD |
|
1
x TUF Gaming Sticker |
|
1
x TUF Certification card(s) |
|
1
x M.2 SSD screw package(s) |
|
1
x M.2 Rubber Package(s) |
BIOS
|
256
Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
Manageability
|
WOL
by PXE |
Operating
System |
Windows
10 64-bit |
Form
Factor |
ATX
Form Factor |
|
12
inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) |
Note
|
*1
PCIE 3.0 X16_2 runs x1 mode when any of the PCIe 3.0 x1 slots is
occupied. |
|
*2
M2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 is populated, SATA6G_56
will be
disabled. |