ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi AM5 DDR5 ATX Motherboard
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ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi AM5 DDR5 ATX Motherboard
The ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi is an AM5 motherboard for AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series processors, built with military-grade components and durability testing for stable gaming and workstation performance. It combines DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 storage connectivity, and WiFi 6 networking with comprehensive cooling and power delivery designed to handle extended use without compromise.
Why this product
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for next-gen storage
The primary M.2 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode (on Ryzen 7000/9000 series), enabling the fastest NVMe SSDs available. Two additional M.2 slots provide PCIe 4.0 connectivity for secondary storage.
12+2 phase power delivery with ProCool sockets
Beefed-up VRM stages, alloy chokes, and durable capacitors maintain stable power to the CPU under load, with enlarged heatsinks to dissipate heat during sustained gaming or rendering.
WiFi 6 and 2.5Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard
Dual networking options cover wireless and wired use; TUF LANGuard protects the Ethernet port from electrical damage and signal noise for cleaner online gameplay.
Two-way AI noise cancellation
Cleans background noise from both microphone input and speaker output, reducing distractions in multiplayer games and video calls without manual tuning.
Hybrid fan and AIO headers for flexible cooling
CPU, CPU OPT, AIO pump, and four chassis fan headers let you run air or liquid cooling with granular speed control via Fan Xpert 4 utility in Armoury Crate.
- SocketAM5
- ChipsetAMD B650
- Form FactorATX
- Memory SupportDDR5 up to 128 GB
- M.2 Slots3 (PCIe 5.0, PCIe 4.0, PCIe 4.0)
- WiFiWiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
- EthernetRealtek 2.5 Gb
- SKUASU-2754
- EAN4711081912651
- Fits AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series processors in AM5 socket. Refer to ASUS CPU support list for complete compatibility before purchase.
- Accepts up to 128 GB of DDR5 memory in four DIMM slots, supporting EXPO profiles and speeds up to DDR5-7600 with overclocking.
- Supports three M.2 NVMe drives: PCIe 5.0 (primary), PCIe 4.0 (secondary), and PCIe 4.0 (tertiary). Supports sizes 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110.
- Includes USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C header, and USB4 header for Thunderbolt 4 expansion.
- PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot is restricted to Ryzen 7000 and 9000 Series; Ryzen 8000 Series uses PCIe 4.0 on the primary slot instead.
Best for
- Gaming rigs where DDR5 and NVMe speed matter
- Content creators needing stable multi-core performance and storage throughput
- Builders wanting robust power and cooling without custom loops
- Competitive online gamers benefiting from low-latency Ethernet and AI noise cancellation
Trade-offs
- Budget builds seeking cheaper AM5 boards without DDR5 or PCIe 5.0 support.
- Systems using older Ryzen 5000 or earlier AM4 processors — this is AM5 only.
- Compact or ITX builds; this is full-size ATX (12 × 9.6 inches) and requires a standard tower.
ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest AM5 Socket for AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability.
ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest AMD processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard goes beyond expectations with rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming.
TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure that they can handle conditions where others may fail. Aesthetically, this model incorporates rugged off-black and geometric design elements to reflect the dependability.
TUF GAMING B650 motherboards provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS Gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached gear to personalize your gaming atmosphere.
General
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|
Networking
| Ethernet Standard | Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard |
|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2x2 MIMO |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Noise Cancellation | Two-way AI noise cancellation |
Performance
| Processor Support | AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series (AM5 socket) |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Memory Capacity | Up to 128 GB (4 DIMM slots) |
| Memory Speeds (OC) | DDR5-7600, DDR5-7200, DDR5-7000, DDR5-6800, DDR5-6600, DDR5-6400, DDR5-6200, DDR5-6000, DDR5-5800, DDR5-5600, DDR5-5400 |
| Memory Speeds (JEDEC) | DDR5-5200, DDR5-5000, DDR5-4800 |
| Memory Features | EXPO support, OptiMem II, ECC & Non-ECC, Dual Channel |
| PCIe Lanes | Primary M.2: PCIe 5.0 x4 (Ryzen 7000/9000) or PCIe 4.0 x4 (Ryzen 8000) |
| Storage Expansion | 1x PCIe 4.0 x16, 2x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x1 |
| Power Delivery | 12+2 phase power stages with ProCool sockets, alloy chokes, durable capacitors |
Ports & Power
| Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1x Type-C (Gen 2x2) + 2x Type-A + 1x Type-C |
|---|---|
| Rear USB 2.0 | 4x Type-A |
| Video Outputs | 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI |
| Audio Connectors | 5x Audio jacks |
| Storage Connectors | 4x SATA 6 Gb/s ports |
| M.2 Slots | 3 slots: M.2_1 (PCIe 5.0/4.0), M.2_2 (PCIe 4.0), M.2_3 (PCIe 4.0) |
| Fan Headers | 1x CPU, 1x CPU OPT, 1x AIO Pump, 4x Chassis (all 4-pin) |
| Internal Headers | USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (front), USB4/Thunderbolt 4 support, Addressable Gen 2 RGB, Aura RGB strip header |
| Power Connectors | 1x 24-pin Main, 1x 8-pin +12V, 1x 4-pin +12V |
| Special Buttons | BIOS FlashBack button on rear panel |
Physical
| Form Factor | ATX |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 inches × 9.6 inches (30.5 cm × 24.4 cm) |
| PCB Layers | 6-layer |
| Cooling Features | Enlarged VRM and PCH heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, hybrid fan headers |
| BIOS | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS with EZ DIY, CrashFree 3, EZ Flash 3 |
| Audio Codec | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition, 24-bit/192 kHz support |
| Audio Features | Audio shielding, power pre-regulator, premium capacitors, dedicated audio PCB layers, de-pop circuit |
| Software Utilities | Armoury Crate, Aura Creator, Aura Sync, Fan Xpert 4, Power Saving, AI Suite 3, TurboV EVO, DIGI+ VRM |
| OS Support | Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit |
Shipping
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Returns
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- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.