Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2 AM5 ATX Motherboard - DDR5, Wi-Fi 6E
GIGABYTE
Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2 AM5 ATX Motherboard - DDR5, Wi-Fi 6E
The Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2 is an AM5 ATX motherboard built for gamers and content creators running Ryzen 7000, 8000, or 9000 Series processors. It combines PCIe 5.0 storage support, Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, and DDR5 memory overclocking capability up to 8000 MT/s to handle demanding workloads and high-speed gaming.
Why this product
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for next-gen speed
The primary M.2 slot runs PCIe 5.0, doubling bandwidth over PCIe 4.0 for future NVMe drives. Two additional M.2 slots (PCIe 4.0) provide flexible storage expansion.
DDR5 memory overclocking to 8000 MT/s
Built-in support for AMD EXPO and Intel XMP profiles lets you push DDR5 modules well beyond standard speeds with tested stability on compatible memory.
Wi-Fi 6E with 2.5GbE Ethernet
Dual connectivity options cover both wireless and wired gaming, with Wi-Fi 6E spanning 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands and a fast 2.5 Gbps LAN port.
8+2+2 phase VRM for power stability
The digital power delivery design ensures consistent voltage to CPU and memory, supporting high overclocking and multi-threaded workloads without instability.
BIOS update without removing components
Q-Flash Plus lets you reflash the BIOS without installing the CPU, memory, or GPU, saving setup time and reducing risk during firmware updates.
- SocketAMD AM5
- ChipsetAMD B650
- Memory Slots4 × DDR5 DIMM
- Max Memory256 GB
- PCIe Slots1 × PCIe 5.0 x16, 2 × PCIe 3.0 x16@x1
- M.2 Slots3 (1 × PCIe 5.0, 2 × PCIe 4.0)
- Form FactorATX
- Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
- SKUGIG-1853
- EAN4719331860073
- Supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series processors in the AM5 socket.
- Accepts DDR5 memory modules up to 256 GB total (64 GB per DIMM) with AMD EXPO or Intel XMP profile support.
- Fits standard ATX cases and mounting positions (305 × 244 mm).
- PCIe slot configuration: one x16 slot (PCIe 5.0 from CPU), two x16 physical slots (PCIe 3.0 from chipset, running at x1 each). A second GPU will run at reduced bandwidth.
- Not compatible with Intel processors or DDR4 memory.
Best for
- Gamers building high-end Ryzen 7000–9000 rigs
- Content creators needing fast M.2 storage and memory overclocking
- Users planning DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 expansion without near-term upgrades
- Builders who want integrated Wi-Fi and Ethernet without add-on cards
Trade-offs
- Intel processor owners. This board is AMD-only and does not support Intel CPUs.
- Budget builds requiring DDR4. Mandatory DDR5 support adds cost; no DDR4 slot option exists.
- Multi-GPU gaming setups. Only one PCIe x16 slot runs at full width; additional cards run at x1, severely limiting performance.
- Compact or ITX builds. ATX form factor is full-size; mini-ITX or micro-ATX systems cannot use this board.
- Legacy storage-only rigs. Four SATA connectors limit traditional drive expansion; focus is on M.2 and NVMe.
GIGABYTE UD series motherboards use a 8+2+2 phases digital PWM design to support AMD's new generation CPU by offering incredible precision in delivering power to the motherboard's most power-hungry and energy-sensitive components as well as delivering enhanced system performance and ultimate hardware scalability.
GIGABYTE is offering a tested and proven platform that the memory overclocking capability is able up to 8000 and beyond. All users need to do for achieving this extreme memory performance boost is to ensure that their DDR5 memory modules are AMD EXPO™/ Intel® XMP capable, the EXPO/XMP function is activated and enabled on their GIGABYTE motherboard.
* EXPO/XMP profiles support may vary depending on memory modules.
* Please refer the completed validated memory support list.
* Product features may vary by model.
Secure Mode MB provides fixed 5V to Native DDR5 memory and built-in PMIC outputs locked 1.1v to memory IC.
GIGABYTE B650 Motherboards are ready to work with the PCIe 4.0 devices which are expected to experience twice bandwidth than the current PCIe 3.0 devices. To reach the high speed and maintain good signal integrity, GIGABYTE R&D uses the low impedance PCB to provide the maximum performance.
GIGABYTE motherboards use high-end audio capacitors. These high quality capacitors help deliver high resolution and high fidelity audio to provide the most realistic sound effects for gamers.
GIGABYTE motherboards feature an audio noise guard that essentially separates the board's sensitive analog audio components from potential noise pollution at the PCB level.
Unlock the latch of the PCIe slot easily when remove the graphics card in the PCIe slot.
With GIGABYTE Q-Flash Plus, you don't need to install the CPU, memory and graphics card nor enter the BIOS menu to flash the BIOS.
Define and create your own SPD profile into Native, AMD EXPO™ and Intel® XMP 3.0 memory modules. One user-defined profile can be saved, loaded either locally or from/to an external storage device. One empty SPD profile can be defined by users and carry to next computer. Quick memory performance simulation based on user input clock and timing parameters. Profile save and load function to share your memory parameters online.
3X Large Surface — Increased surface area up to 3X larger compared to traditional heatsinks. It improves heat dissipation from the MOSFETs. Real One-piece Build — TMOS is a TRUE single piece heatsink. Its one-piece design and larger surface drastically improve the cooling performance against competitors' multi-piece design.
The M.2 Thermal Guard prevents throttling and bottlenecks from overheating M.2 SSDs.
EZ-Latch: PCIe x16 Slot with Quick Release Design.
High Current Support: Each fan header supports PWM and DC fan and Water Cooling Pump, and up to 24W (12V x 2A) with Over-Current Protection. Precision Control: Multiple temperature/fan speed control points for precise fan curve. Dual Curve. With newly added Stair non-linear mode, fan keeps at same speed between specified temperature interval. Manual Input: For advanced users, we provide fan speed manual input for more precise control.
Supercharge your gaming with 2.5GbE LAN — Achieve lightning-fast speeds, minimal lag, and unbeatable performance to elevate your gaming setup and dominate the competition.
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General
| Brand | Gigabyte |
|---|---|
| Model | B650 Gaming X AX V2 |
CPU & Memory
| CPU Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
|---|---|
| Supported CPUs | AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, 9000 Series |
| Memory Slots | 4 × DDR5 DIMM |
| Max Memory Capacity | 256 GB (64 GB per DIMM) |
| Memory Speeds | DDR5 8000 (OC), 7800 (OC), 7600 (OC), 7200 (OC), 7000 (OC), 6800 (OC), 6600 (OC), 6400 (OC), 6200 (OC), 6000 (OC), 5600 (OC), 5200, 4800, 4400 MT/s |
| Memory Profile Support | AMD EXPO, Intel XMP |
Storage & Expansion
| M.2 Slot 1 | PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 (CPU) |
|---|---|
| M.2 Slot 2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 (CPU) |
| M.2 Slot 3 | PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 (Chipset) |
| M.2 Types Supported | 2580, 2280, 22110, 25110 |
| SATA Ports | 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
| SATA RAID | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 |
| PCIe Slot 1 | PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU) |
| PCIe Slots 2–3 | PCIe 3.0 x16 (physical), running at x1 (Chipset) |
Connectivity & Audio
| Ethernet | Realtek 2.5 GbE LAN |
|---|---|
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 160 MHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 1 × Type-C (rear) |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 × Type-A (rear) |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 × Type-A (rear) |
| USB 2.0 | 4 × (rear) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC897 |
| Audio Channels | 7.1-channel HD |
| HDMI | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (up to 4096 × 2160 @ 60 Hz, HDCP 2.3) |
| DisplayPort | 1 × |
Power & Features
| VRM Design | 8+2+2 phases digital PWM |
|---|---|
| M.2 Thermal Guard | Yes |
| Fan Headers | Multiple with PWM/DC support; up to 24W (12V × 2A) per header |
| Smart Fan Control | GIGABYTE Smart Fan 6 with temperature curves and stair non-linear mode |
| BIOS | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI |
| BIOS Update | Q-Flash Plus (no CPU/memory/GPU required) |
Physical
| Form Factor | ATX |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 305 × 244 mm |
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.