ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-Plus WiFi mATX LGA1851 Motherboard
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ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-Plus WiFi mATX LGA1851 Motherboard
The ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-Plus WiFi is a micro-ATX motherboard built for gamers and AI PC builders using Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2). It combines military-grade durability with game-ready features, enhanced power delivery, and comprehensive thermal management to handle demanding workloads and marathon gaming sessions.
Why this product
PCIe 5.0 M.2 and graphics support
One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-generation graphics cards and one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for ultra-fast storage, plus two additional PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with integrated heatsinks.
Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gb Ethernet
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) supports up to 2.9 Gbps transfer rate across 2.4/5/6 GHz bands, paired with a 2.5 Gb Ethernet port for wired connectivity.
Enhanced power delivery
12+2+1 DrMOS power stages at 80A with 8+8 pin ProCool connectors, alloy chokes, and durable capacitors ensure stable power for demanding processors.
Military-grade durability
ASUS TUF protection includes ESD guards, TUF LANGuard, overvoltage protection, and SafeSlot technology, backed by rigorous endurance testing.
DIY-friendly design
PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Antenna, Q-LED diagnostics, and pre-mounted I/O shield reduce assembly complexity.
AI PC ready
NPU Boost feature overclocks the neural processing unit with a single BIOS click for accelerated AI computing tasks.
- SocketIntel LGA1851
- ChipsetIntel B860
- Form FactormATX (9.6" x 9.6")
- Memory Slots4 x DDR5 DIMM (up to 256GB, 8800+ MT/s OC)
- M.2 Slots3 (1 x PCIe 5.0, 2 x PCIe 4.0)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 (802.11be), up to 2.9 Gbps
- EthernetRealtek 2.5Gb with TUF LANGuard
- SKUASU-2743
- EAN4711387783092
- Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) on LGA1851 socket only; not compatible with previous Intel generations.
- Accepts up to 4 DDR5 DIMMs (maximum 256GB) with support for speeds up to 8800+ MT/s (overclocked) and Intel XMP profiles.
- Provides 3 M.2 slots: one PCIe 5.0 x4 (type 2280), two PCIe 4.0 x4 (type 2280 and 2242/2260/2280), plus 4 SATA 6Gb/s ports.
- Rear I/O includes USB 20Gbps Type-C with DisplayPort Alt mode, two USB 10Gbps Type-A, four USB 5Gbps Type-A, one USB 2.0 Type-A, 2.5Gb Ethernet, and optical S/PDIF audio.
- Supports Windows 11 and Windows 10 64-bit operating systems; verify driver availability for your specific distribution if using Linux.
Best for
- Gaming enthusiasts seeking stable performance with military-grade components and comprehensive cooling.
- AI PC builders leveraging NPU Boost and high-bandwidth connectivity for neural processing workloads.
- Small-form-factor builders who need full-featured gaming performance in a micro-ATX footprint.
- Users prioritizing next-generation connectivity with Wi-Fi 7, PCIe 5.0, and USB 20Gbps ports.
Trade-offs
- Intel 12th or 13th generation processor owners; this board supports only Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) on LGA1851.
- Builders requiring more than 4 M.2 slots; the board provides only 3 M.2 connectors total.
- Systems needing multiple independent expansion slots; only one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot are available.
- Budget-conscious builders looking for entry-level options; this is a feature-rich mid-range gaming board with premium components.
ASUS TUF GAMING B860M-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) 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.
- Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
- Intel® LGA 1851 Socket: Ready for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- Enhanced Power Solution: 12+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages, 8+8 pin ProCool power connectors, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
- Optimized Thermal Design: Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 and PCH heatsinks, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
- Latest M.2 Support: One onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with M.2 heatsink
- Ultrafast Connectivity: PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, rear USB 20Gbps Type-C® port with DP Alt mode, front USB 10Gbps Type-C® connector
- High-Performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet
- DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack™ and Pre-mounted I/O shield
- Unmatched Personalization: Three Addressable Gen 2 headers, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync.
Networking
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Wireless Standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2x2, 2.4/5/6 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Bandwidth | 160 MHz, up to 2.9 Gbps |
| Ethernet | Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps |
| Ethernet Protection | TUF LANGuard |
Performance
| Processor Support | Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA1851 |
|---|---|
| Turbo Technology | Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max 3.0 |
| Memory Speed | DDR5 up to 8800+ MT/s (OC), supports XMP and AEMPIII |
| Memory Capacity | 4 x DIMM slots, maximum 256GB |
| Power Delivery | 12+2+1 stages (80A DrMOS) with 8+8 pin ProCool connectors |
| NPU Boost | One-click NPU overclocking in BIOS |
Ports & power
| PCIe Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot; 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 |
|---|---|
| M.2 Slots | M.2_1: PCIe 5.0 x4 (2280); M.2_2: PCIe 4.0 x4 (2242/2260/2280); M.2_3: PCIe 4.0 x4 (2280) |
| SATA Ports | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| Rear USB Ports | 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C (DP Alt mode), 2 x USB 10Gbps Type-A, 4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Front USB Headers | 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-C connector, 1 x USB 5Gbps header (2 ports), 1 x USB 2.0 header (2 ports) |
| Video Outputs | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (4K@60Hz), 1 x HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C with DP Alt mode |
| Audio | Realtek 7.1, 24-Bit/192 kHz, rear optical S/PDIF |
| Internal Headers | 1 x CPU Fan (4-pin), 1 x CPU OPT (4-pin), 1 x AIO Pump (4-pin), 4 x Chassis Fan (4-pin), 3 x Addressable Gen 2 (RGB) |
| Power Connectors | 1 x 24-pin Main, 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU |
Physical
| Form Factor | mATX, 9.6" x 9.6" (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| BIOS | 2 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI, BIOS FlashBack support |
| Cooling | Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers with Fan Xpert 4 |
| Protection | DIGI+ VRM, ESD Guards, TUF LANGuard, Overvoltage Protection, SafeSlot, Stainless-Steel Back I/O |
| Design Features | Pre-mounted I/O shield, PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED diagnostics, Aura Sync RGB |
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