GIGABYTE
Gigabyte B650 EAGLE AX AM5 ATX Motherboard - Wi-Fi 6E, DDR5
The Gigabyte B650 EAGLE AX is an AMD Socket AM5 motherboard built for Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors. It combines DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 storage connectivity and integrated Wi-Fi 6E networking in an ATX form factor suited to mid-range gaming and productivity builds.
Why this product
DDR5 memory with EXPO and XMP support
Four DIMM slots accommodate up to 256 GB of DDR5 memory at speeds from 4800 to 8000 MT/s. AMD EXPO and Intel XMP profiles simplify tuning.
PCIe 5.0 NVMe for next-gen storage
One M.2 slot runs PCIe 5.0 x4 (Ryzen 7000/9000) or PCIe 4.0 x4 (Ryzen 8000), with two additional PCIe 4.0 slots and four SATA connectors for RAID.
Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.3
Built-in Wi-Fi 6E covers 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands at 160 MHz width, plus Gigabit Ethernet and rear USB 10 Gb/s for wired and wireless connectivity.
12+2+2 phase digital power delivery
Dedicated power stages for CPU, SoC and auxiliary circuits stabilise voltage under load. Thermal guards protect M.2 SSDs and VRM components.
BIOS updates without CPU or RAM
Q-Flash Plus allows firmware updates by pressing a button on the board, cutting setup time and avoiding compatibility lockouts during early builds.
- SocketAMD AM5
- ChipsetAMD B650
- Memory4 × DDR5 DIMM, up to 256 GB
- Form FactorATX (30.5 × 24.4 cm)
- Storage Slots3 × M.2 NVMe + 4 × SATA
- WirelessWi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3
- Video OutputsDisplayPort + HDMI
- SKUGIG-2058
- EAN4719331860158
- Fits AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors in Socket AM5. Check Gigabyte's official support list for your exact CPU model.
- Accepts standard ATX cases with 30.5 × 24.4 cm clearance and 24-pin and 8-pin ATX power headers.
- Works with DDR5 DIMM modules rated for 4800 MT/s and above, including AMD EXPO and Intel XMP variants.
- Supports M.2 NVMe drives in 2280, 22110 and 25110 sizes. Check manual for PCIe generation support per slot.
- The first M.2 slot (M2A_CPU) runs at PCIe 5.0 on Ryzen 7000 and 9000, but PCIe 4.0 on Ryzen 8000 due to chipset limits.
Best for
- Ryzen 7000 and 9000 builds leveraging PCIe 5.0 storage and DDR5 speed
- Users wanting Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 without a separate adapter card
- Small form factor enthusiasts who value M.2 thermal protection and RAID support
- First-time builders needing Q-Flash Plus for safe firmware updates before POST
Trade-offs
- Budget builders prioritising the absolute lowest cost per feature—the B650 carries wireless and thermal extras that add price
- Ryzen 8000 builds requiring PCIe 5.0 speed, since the first M.2 slot falls back to PCIe 4.0 on that generation
- Server or workstation workloads—this board is designed for desktop gaming and content creation, not unattended uptime or IPMI management
- Environments where Bluetooth interference is a concern and wired-only operation is required
AMD Socket AM5:Supports AMD Ryzen™ 7000/ Ryzen™ 8000/ Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors
Unparalleled Performance:12+2+2 Phases Digital VRM Solution
Dual Channel DDR5:4*SMD DIMMs with AMD EXPO™ & Intel® XMP Memory Module Support
SuperSpeed Storage:1*PCIe 5.0 + 2*PCIe 4.0 M.2 Connectors
Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard:To Ensure VRM Power Stability & 25110 M.2 SSD Performance
EZ-Latch:PCIe x16 Slot with Quick Release Design
Fast Networks:Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax & GbE LAN
WIFI EZ-Plug:Quick and easy design for Wi-Fi antenna installation
Extended Connectivity:DP, HDMI, Rear USB® 10Gb/s
Smart Fan 6:Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
Q-Flash Plus:Update BIOS Without Installing the CPU, Memory and Graphics Card
General
| Brand | Gigabyte |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
| Supported Processors | AMD Ryzen 7000 / 8000 / 9000 Series |
| Chipset | AMD B650 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
Memory & Storage
| Memory Slots | 4 × DDR5 DIMM |
|---|---|
| Maximum Memory | 256 GB |
| Memory Speeds Supported | 4800 to 8000 MT/s (JEDEC and overclocked) |
| Memory Profiles | AMD EXPO, Intel XMP |
| M.2 Slot 1 (M2A_CPU) | PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 (Ryzen 7000/9000) or PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 (Ryzen 8000); supports 25110/22110/2280 drives |
| M.2 Slot 2 (M2P_CPU) | PCIe 4.0 x2; supports 22110/2280 drives |
| M.2 Slot 3 (M2C_SB) | PCIe 4.0 x4/x2; supports 22110/2280 drives |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, and 10 for NVMe and SATA |
Power & Thermal
| VRM Phases | 12+2+2 Digital |
|---|---|
| Main Power Connector | 24-pin ATX |
| CPU Power Connector | 8-pin ATX 12V |
| Fan Headers | 1 × CPU, 1 × CPU/pump, 2 × system, 1 × system/pump with Smart Fan 6 |
| Temperature Sensors | Multiple onboard sensors |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax (2.4/5/6 GHz, 160 MHz), Bluetooth 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Wired Network | 1 × Realtek Gigabit Ethernet |
| Antenna | 2 × SMA connectors (2T2R) |
| Rear USB (Type-A) | 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Rear USB (Type-C) | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Rear USB 2.0 | 6 × USB 2.0/1.1 |
| PS/2 Port | 1 × keyboard/mouse |
| Video Outputs | 1 × DisplayPort, 1 × HDMI |
| DisplayPort Spec | HDCP 2.3, up to 3840×2160@144 Hz |
| HDMI Spec | HDCP 2.3, Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD, up to 4096×2160@60 Hz |
| Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 × header |
| Internal USB 2.0 | 3 × headers |
| Front Panel Audio | 1 × header |
| RGB Headers | 3 × addressable Gen2 + 1 × standard RGB |
| Trusted Platform Module | 1 × TPM header |
BIOS & Utilities
| BIOS Type | UEFI AMI |
|---|---|
| BIOS Size | 256 Mb Flash ROM |
| BIOS Update | Q-Flash, Q-Flash Plus (no CPU/RAM required) |
Shipping
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Returns
- Tech Syndicate offers a full money-back guarantee on all purchases made in our store. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will provide a full refund, no questions asked.
- 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.