ASUS TUF Gaming B850M-Plus WIFI AMD AM5 M-ATX Gaming Motherboard

Arm your battle station with robust power delivery and Wi-Fi 6E for peak AM5 performance | The foundation for uncompromising gaming.

Quick Specs

• Power your high-performance AMD Ryzen processors with robust VRM and military-grade components.
• Experience lag-free online gaming with integrated Wi-Fi 6E and high-speed Ethernet.
• Benefit from enhanced audio clarity and immersion with AI noise-cancelling microphone technology.
• Ensure system stability and durability with TUF gaming alliance components and extensive testing.
• Connect all your essential peripherals and storage devices with ample M.2 slots and USB ports.

Engineered for victory: The ASUS TUF Gaming B850M-Plus WIFI II AM5 motherboard for the serious South African gamer

This is not merely a motherboard; it is the unyielding backbone of your high-performance gaming PC. Designed for the demanding South African PC enthusiast, the TUF Gaming B850M-Plus WIFI II is built to withstand the rigours of intense gaming sessions and overclocking. It provides the stable, reliable platform required for the latest AMD AM5 processors, ensuring that your system performs at its peak when it matters most. For those who understand that performance is built from the ground up, this M-ATX motherboard offers a clear advantage, cutting through the clutter of lesser components with its sheer resilience and capability. This robust AM5 motherboard is your first strike toward ultimate gaming dominance.

Unshakeable power delivery for uncompromising performance

At the heart of this TUF Gaming motherboard lies an enhanced power solution. Featuring 12+2 DrMOS power stages, premium alloy chokes, and durable capacitors, it is engineered to provide stable and consistent power to your AMD Ryzen™ processors. This robust power delivery system is crucial for maintaining optimal performance, especially during demanding tasks like gaming, streaming, or content creation, and it ensures that your CPU receives the clean, reliable energy it needs to perform without throttling. This attention to power integrity is a hallmark of TUF Gaming reliability for your AM5 build.

Connectivity without compromise: Future-proof your setup

The TUF Gaming B850M-Plus WIFI II is equipped for the present and the future. With integrated Wi-Fi 6E, you can harness the latest wireless technology for faster speeds, lower latency, and more reliable connections, essential for competitive online gaming and high-bandwidth activities. High-speed networking is further bolstered by a 2.5 Gb Ethernet port, offering a stable and rapid wired connection. Furthermore, a comprehensive array of USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C®, ensures that all your peripherals, from high-speed external drives to the latest VR headsets, can be connected with ease and deliver maximum performance. This M-ATX motherboard ensures seamless integration.

Intelligent audio and AI enhancements for total immersion

Experience audio that places you directly in the game with the integrated Realtek ALC1220 codec. This high-fidelity audio solution, combined with exclusive AI noise-cancelling microphone technology, dramatically reduces background noise for crystal-clear in-game communication. Whether coordinating with teammates or enjoying immersive soundtracks, your audio experience will be unparalleled. This motherboard ensures that what you hear, and how you communicate, is as sharp and clear as your visuals. It is a crucial element for any serious AM5 gaming rig.

Built to last: TUF Gaming’s commitment to durability

ASUS TUF Gaming products are synonymous with durability. The B850M-Plus WIFI II features TUF Protection, including TUF LANGuard for surge-protected networking, ESD Guards for electrostatic discharge protection, and an improved VRM heatsink for superior heat dissipation. These elements, combined with the military-grade certification of TUF components and rigorous testing, ensure that this motherboard is not just built for performance, but for longevity, providing peace of mind for years of gaming and computing. Choosing this TUF motherboard means choosing lasting power for your AM5 setup.

FEATURES:

• Power your gaming ambitions with a robust 12+2 DrMOS power solution, fortified with TUF military-grade components for unwavering stability under load on your AM5 build.
• Experience lightning-fast, stable wireless connections with integrated Wi-Fi 6E and enjoy swift, reliable wired networking via the 2.5 Gb Ethernet port on this M-ATX motherboard.
• Immerse yourself in superior sound and clear communication with the high-fidelity Realtek ALC1220 audio codec and AI noise-cancelling microphone technology.
• Safeguard your system against power surges and electrostatic discharge with TUF LANGuard and ESD Guards, ensuring enhanced component longevity for your AM5 motherboard.
• Connect and expand with ease using multiple M.2 slots for fast storage and a comprehensive suite of USB ports, including high-speed Type-A and Type-C® options on this M-ATX motherboard.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• CPU:
  • AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
  • * Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.
• Chipset
  • AMD B850 Chipset
• Memory
  • 4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
  • Supports up to 8000+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM*
  • Dual channel memory architecture
  • Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™)
  • ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)
  • * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to
  • CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/.
• Graphics
  • 1 x DisplayPort**
  • 1 x HDMI™ port***
  • * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications.
  • ** Supports max. 8K@30Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
  • *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
• Expansion Slots
  • AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
  • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
  • AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Desktop Processors
  • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)**
  • AMD B850 Chipset
  • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot
  • * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).
  • ** Specifications vary by CPU types.
  • To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.
• Storage:
  • Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
  • AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
  • M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
  • M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
  • AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Desktop Processors
  • M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
  • M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)*
  • AMD B850 Chipset
  • M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
  • * Specifications vary by CPU types.
• RAID Support
  • AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology*
  • Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10
  • Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1
  • Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10
  • * Specifications vary by CPU types.
• Ethernet
  • 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
  • TUF LANGuard
• Wireless & Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi 7 (MediaTek MT7925)
  • 2×2 Wi-Fi 7* (802.11be)
  • Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
  • Supports Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth
  • Bluetooth® v5.4***
  • * Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system
  • For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require 24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only support Wi-Fi 6E.
  • For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available , please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor’s website for details.
  • ** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.
  • *** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer’s website for the latest specifications.
• USB
  • Rear USB (Total 12 ports)
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
  • 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
  • 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
  • 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
  • Front USB (Total 6 ports)
  • 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
  • 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
  • 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 3 additional USB 2.0 ports
  • * USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A.
• Audio
  • Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
  • Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
  • Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
  • Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
  • High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
  • Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*
• Audio Features
  • Audio Shielding
  • Premium audio capacitors
  • Dedicated audio PCB layers
  • Audio cover
  • Unique de-pop circuit
  • * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.
• Back Panel I/O Ports
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
  • 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
  • 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
  • 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
  • 1 x DisplayPort
  • 1 x HDMI™ port
  • 1 x Wi-Fi module
  • 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
  • 3 x Audio jacks
  • 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
  • 1 x Clear CMOS button
• Internal I/O Connectors
  • Fan and Cooling Related
  • 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
  • 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
  • 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
  • 3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
  • Power Related
  • 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
  • 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
  • Storage Related
  • 3 x M.2 slots (Key M)
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
  • USB
  • 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )
  • 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
  • 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 3 additional USB 2.0 ports
  • Miscellaneous
  • 3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers
  • 1 x Chassis Intrusion header
  • 1 x COM Port header
  • 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
  • 1 x 10-1 pin Front Panel System headerBIOS
• Manageability
  • WOL by PME, PXE
• Operating System
  • Windows® 11
• Form Factor
  • ATX Form Factor
  • 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

• ASUS TUF Gaming B850M-Plus WIFI AMD AM5 M-ATX Gaming Motherboard – Black x1
• 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Q-Antenna
• 1 x TUF GAMING sticker
• 1 x M.2 rubber package
• 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
• 1 x Quick start guide

Why Asus?

ASUS TUF Gaming motherboards are built on a foundation of unwavering quality and military-grade durability, designed to provide South African gamers with a reliable and high-performance platform. Experience the peace of mind that comes with superior engineering and rigorous testing, ensuring your system stands strong, game after game. This commitment extends to every AM5 motherboard and M-ATX motherboard they produce.