Asus TUF Gaming B550M-Plus (Wi-Fi) Motherboard

• AMD AM4 socket: Ready for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors
• Enhanced power solution: 8+2 DrMOS power stages, ProCool connector, military-grade TUF components, and Digi+ VRM for maximum durability
• Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsinks, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+ utility
• Next-gen connectivity: PCIe 4.0 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C support
• Made for online gaming: Intel® WiFi 6, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, TUF LANGuard and TurboLAN technology
• AI noise-cancelling microphone: Provides crystal-clear in-game voice communication

DURABLE. STABLE. RELIABLE.

TUF Gaming B550M-Plus (Wi-Fi) distills essential elements of the latest AMD platform and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive set of cooling options, this motherboard delivers rock-solid performance with unwavering gaming stability.

When you build with a TUF Gaming motherboard, you also benefit from the TUF Gaming Alliance — an ASUS collaboration with trusted industry partners that ensures easier building, best compatibility, and complementary aesthetics from components to case.

POWER DESIGN

From digital power control and an array of power stages to military-grade TUF components, TUF Gaming B550M-Plus (Wi-Fi) is armed to tame the latest 10th Gen Intel® CPUs.

1. DrMOS : The onboard VRM of TUF Gaming B550M-Plus (Wi-Fi) utilizes 8+2 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and driver into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors demand.

2. Stack Cool 3+ : 2-ounce copper layers draw heat away from critical components to keep them at their optimal operating temperatures and provide more headroom to push CPUs beyond stock speeds.

3. ProCool Connector : Compared with traditional power inputs, ProCool sockets are built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. The resulting lower impedance helps to prevent hotspots and connector failure.

4. TUF Components : Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-steady power to the CPU, improving system stability.

5. Digi+ VRM : The integrated Digi+ VRM voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.

Cooler by Design

1. VRM heatsink : A large, high-mass heatsink with extensive surface that covers the VRM and choke areas improves heat dissipation.

1. Thermal pad : High-quality thermal pads help transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.

2. M.2 Heatsink : The M.2 heatsink keeps the M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

AI NOISE-CANCELING MICROPHONE

AI Noise-Canceling Microphone software is exclusively featured on ASUS motherboards and supports 3.5 mm, USB, or Bluetooth headsets. The utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to preserve the sound of your voice while eliminating distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks, and other forms of environmental noise. And it only places a slight load on the CPU, ensuring minimal impact on gaming performance.

*Testing configuration: CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600x; Motherboard: ROG STRIX B550-I GAMING; Graphics card: NVIDIA RTX 2060-O6G; DRAM: Hynix 2666 16GB; Power: Seasonic 430W; HDD: Seagate M.2 NVME 2TB; Cooling: Enermax T.B.APOLLISH; Voice Communication App: Discord (In-app noise canceling effects disabled) ; Background noise: Keyboard typing, mouse clicking, people talking, and music playing
*Actual performance varies by configuration

GAMING AUDIO

Exclusive Realtek S1200A codec

The unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek for TUF Gaming Z490 series motherboards features an unprecedented 108 dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line out and a 103dB SNR for the line in, providing pristine audio quality.

DTS® Custom for gaming headsets

Hone your battle skills with exclusive DTS® Custom onboard audio. Utilizing advanced emulation techniques to create positional cues via stereo headphones, DTS Custom takes onboard audio to a new frontier. With three presets ― Aerial, Soundscape, and Tactical ― for different genres, you’ll have a distinct advantage in every game.

PCIe 4.0 M.2 (up to 64 Gbps)

TUF Gaming B550M series motherboards support PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot and provides NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with up to PCIe 4.0 storage device to enjoy the fastest data-transfer speeds on the 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen platform.

*Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.

**The M.2_1 supports PCIe 4.0 and the M.2_2 supports PCIe 3.0.

Intel® WiFi 6 AX200

The Intel® WiFi 6 AX200 module is compatible with the 802.11ax standard and pushes theoretical peak bandwidth up to an incredible 2.4 Gbps. Perhaps more importantly for power users, it’s optimized for more efficient operation on crowded networks with a lot of competing traffic. Pair your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of WiFi 6.

*Actual speed varies, and depends on networking conditions.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C

Numerous USB ports support gaming rigs loaded with peripherals, including a USB Type-A and a Type-C connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible cases.

Outshine the Competition

A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.

TUF PROTECTION

1. SafeSlot : SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured via a new insert-molding process, SafeSlot integrates fortifying metal for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional solder points.

2. ESD Guards : ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge — greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV.

3. TUF LANGuard : TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.

4. DRAM overvoltage protection : Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.

5. Stainless-steel back I/O panel : TUF Gaming motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a 3X-longer lifespan versus traditional panels.

TUF GAMING ALLIANCE

TUF Gaming Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC-component brands to ensure compatibility with a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With more partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF Gaming Alliance will continue to grow even stronger.

CPU	AMD AM4 Socket for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors *
Chipset	AMD B550
Memory	AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory * AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4466(O.C.)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory * Dual Channel Memory Architecture ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU.
Graphic	1 x DisplayPort 1.2 1 x HDMI 2.1(4K@60HZ)
Multi-GPU Support	Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology
Expansion Slots	AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 mode) AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode) AMD B550 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode) *1 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 *1 * Support PCIe bifurcation for RAID on CPU function.
Storage	Total supports 2 x M.2 slot(s) and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors : 1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIE 4.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors : 1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support AMD B550 Chipset : 1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support 4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), Support Raid 0, 1, 10
LAN	Realtek RTL8125B 2.5Gb Ethernet TUF LANGuard
Wireless Data Network	Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200 2×2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) support 1024QAM/OFDMA/MU-MIMO Supports up to 2.4Gbps max data rate Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160 Supports PCIe interface
Bluetooth	Bluetooth v5.1* *BT 5.1 function will be ready in Windows 10 build 19041 or later.
Audio	Realtek ALC S1200A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC – Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, up to 24-Bit/192kHz playback Audio Feature : – Exclusive DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets. – Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel – Audio cover – Audio Shielding – Dedicated audio PCB layers – Premium Japanese audio capacitors
USB Ports	Rear USB Port ( Total 8 ) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(1 x Type-A +1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(4 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 port(s)(2 x Type-A) Front USB Port ( Total 6 ) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 port(s)(4 x Type-A)
Software Features	ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate – Aura Creator – Aura Sync – AI Noise Cancelling Microphone AI Suite 3 – Performance And Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU Digi+ VRM Fan Xpert 2+ – EZ update TUF GAMING CPU-Z AI Charger ASUS Turbo LAN DAEMON Tools DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial for 60 days) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY – ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 – ASUS EZ Flash 3 – ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
ASUS Special Features	ASUS TUF PROTECTION – ASUS DIGI+ VRM (Digital power design with Dr. MOS) – ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection – ASUS ESD Guards – TUF LANGuard – ASUS Overvoltage Protection – ASUS SafeSlot – ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O ASUS Q-Design – ASUS Q-DIMM – ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) – ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution – Aluminum M.2 heatsink ASUS EZ DIY – BIOS FlashBack™ button – BIOS FlashBack™ LED – Procool AURA Sync – Standard RGB headers – Addressable Gen 2 RGB header
Back I/O Ports	1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (2.5G) port(s) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (teal blue) (1 x Type-A+1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue) Type-A 2 x USB 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Audio jack(s) 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ Button(s) 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Module
Internal I/O Ports	1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) 2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers 1 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s) 2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 4.0 x 4 mode) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) 1 x SPI TPM header 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x System panel connector 1 x COM port header 1 x Speaker connector
BIOS	256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability	WOL by PXE
Operating System	Windows® 10 64-bit
Form Factor	mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
Warranty	3 Years
Note	***Features, Price and Specifications are subject to change without notice.