- VRM Heatsink, large high-mass heatsink with extended surface area that covers the VRM areas and improves heat dissipation.
- Thermal Pad, provides heat transfer from the coil and phase array to the heatsink.
- M.2 Heatsink, keeps the SSD at optimal operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.
Product Details
- Size
- ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- AMD
- Models
- Ryzen
- Supported CPU Generation
- Zen, Zen 2
- Socket
- AM4
Chipset
- Model
- AMD B550
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR4
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3333OC, 3466OC, 3600OC, 3733OC, 3866OC, 4000OC, 4133OC, 4266OC, 4400OC, 4600OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 3.0
- 1 Slot
- PCI Express x16 4.0
- 1 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 6 Port
- M.2 Type
- 1 PCIe 3.0 Port, 1 PCIe 4.0 Port
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 2 USB 2.0 Ports, 5 USB 3.2 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 1 USB 3.2 Port
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- DisplayPort, HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- No
- WiFi/Bluetooth
- No
- Extra
- Bios Flashback, RGB Header
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- Optical S/PDIF
Top Specs
- Memory
- 4x DDR4
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.
Description
The Asus TUF Gaming B550-Plus motherboard is aimed at users who want to build a powerful computer for gaming and advanced applications. It belongs to Asus's TUF Gaming series, which is known for its durability, reliability, and excellent performance.
The Asus TUF Gaming B550-Plus supports AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors and PCI Express 4.0 technology, offering increased performance and speed for graphics cards and storage devices. It also features DDR4 slots for installing fast RAM, USB and SATA ports for connecting peripheral devices and storage media, as well as built-in high-quality audio.
Additionally, the Asus TUF Gaming B550-Plus offers advanced features for detecting and preventing system overheating, as well as customization and tuning capabilities through software. It is also compatible with Asus Aura Sync technology for customizing the system's lighting according to the user's preferences.
Overall, the Asus TUF Gaming B550-Plus is an excellent choice for gamers and users looking for a reliable and efficient motherboard for their computer.
Cooling
- VRM Heatsink, large high-mass heatsink with extended surface area that covers the VRM areas and improves heat dissipation.
- Thermal Pad, provides heat transfer from the coil and phase array to the heatsink.
- M.2 Heatsink, keeps the SSD at optimal operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.
PCIe 4.0 M.2
The TUF Gaming B550 series motherboards support PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot and provide 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 AMD Ryzen 3rd generation platform.
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Numerous USB ports support gaming rigs loaded with peripherals, including a USB Type-A port and a Type-C port with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible cases.
TUF Gaming Alliance
The 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 further.
SafeSlot
SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and designed to provide superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured through a new insert molding process, SafeSlot integrates reinforcing metal for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB board through additional solder points.
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
The integrated 2.5G Ethernet elevates the LAN connection to higher levels by improving bandwidth up to 2.5X. Using the existing LAN cable, you can take advantage of this network upgrade to enjoy smoother lag-free gaming, instant high-resolution video streaming, and faster file transfers.
M.2 Slot (Key E) for Wi-Fi Module
The TUF Gaming B550-Plus features an M.2 (Key E) slot, which gives you the flexibility to upgrade your networking solution by installing an M.2 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module.
Turbo LAN
Turbo LAN is a network optimization software for customizable packet prioritization. With cFosSpeed traffic shaping technology, it allows you to adjust application priority through an intuitive interface and reduces network latency.