The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming is ready for PCIe 4.0 and provides the latest connectivity options for ultra-smooth networking and incredibly fast file transfers. Audio enhancements give you a huge advantage, allowing you to receive the most subtle cues for a completely immersive gaming experience.
Product Details
- Size
- ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- AMD
- Models
- Ryzen
- Supported CPU Generation
- Zen, Zen 2, Zen 3
- Socket
- AM4
Chipset
- Model
- AMD B550
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR4
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3466OC, 3600OC, 3866OC, 4000OC, 4133OC, 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
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Description
Designed for those who want to make the most of their computer, the ROG Strix B550 Gaming series motherboards offer a set of features usually found in higher-end series, including PCIe 4.0 connectivity. Offering strong power delivery and effective cooling, the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming is well-equipped to handle 3rd generation AMD Ryzen processors.
As an added advantage, the excellent performance is complemented by a stunning silver-white finish and a cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic that presents a distinctive look.
It features characteristics such as ROG SupremeFX, which offers high-quality audio, as well as Aura Sync RGB Lighting for impressive lighting.
The Asus ROG Strix B550-A Gaming is also designed for easy installation and maintenance, while featuring reliable performance and stability characteristics, making it an ideal choice for demanding users seeking high performance and quality for their computer.
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming is ready for PCIe 4.0 and provides the latest connectivity options for ultra-smooth networking and incredibly fast file transfers. Audio enhancements give you a huge advantage, allowing you to receive the most subtle cues for a completely immersive gaming experience.
Capacity
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming features two M.2 slots, one of which supports the latest PCIe 4.0 standard to provide maximum storage flexibility and the fastest data speeds available through the 3rd generation AMD Ryzen platform. Both M.2 slots support up to type 22110 size and NVM Express RAID for enhanced performance.
Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
The integrated 2.5 Gb Ethernet boosts your wired connection, with speeds that are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for quick file transfers, lag-free gaming, and high-definition video streaming.
Sound
SupremeFX
The built-in ROG SupremeFX audio technology ensures pristine sound for the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming. Along with ensuring a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature, it offers two front panel outputs driven by operational amplifiers that provide high-quality sound to gaming headsets.
AI Noise Cancellation
This utility leverages a vast deep learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone and incoming sound while preserving vocals. Distracting keyboard typing, mouse clicks, and other environmental noises are intelligently neutralized, allowing you to hear and be heard with crystal-clear clarity during gaming or calls.
Sonic Studio III
Sonic Studio supports virtual surround based on HRTF (head-related transfer function) for VR headsets, creating an immersive soundscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to customize the audio according to personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.
Performance
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming provides robust power delivery to fuel Ryzen cores, comprehensive cooling, and support for faster memory, so it has everything you need to load your computer with high-performance components to play in the big leagues.
Power Design
- Digital power control and an array of power stages ensure that the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming has the muscle to control the latest AMD CPUs.
- The ProCool socket is built to exacting specifications to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines, allowing for lower resistance and better heat dissipation.
- ASUS DIGI+ Power Control is an innovative set of controllers for digital VRM and DRAM voltage. These controllers offer ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for optimal performance, stability, and system efficiency.
- 12+2 power stages combine high-side and low-side MOSFET and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that AMD CPUs demand.
- Superior chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and provide up to 110% better performance than industry standards.
- The 6-layer PCB quickly dissipates heat around the VRM to improve overall system stability and give the CPU more headroom for overclocking.
Cooling
The ROG Strix B550 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.
Processor
- Processor heatsink fan, an exclusive pair of PWM/DC fan headers for CPU heatsinks
- Processor water cooling, an exclusive PWM/DC header for standalone water cooling settings
M.2
Keeps M.2 SSDs at optimal operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.
Case
All integrated sockets support automatic detection of PWM or DC fans.
VRM
- VRM Heatsink, the MOS heatsink provides a large contact area for MOSFETs and chokes.
- Thermal Pad, the high-quality thermal pad helps transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.
Rog gives more
ROG's exclusive software utilities offer intuitive audio tuning and gaming enhancements that allow you to configure your game build the way you want.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, modify, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for new PC DIY users, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
GameFirst VI
The ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help all users, beginners, experts, and anyone in between, optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gaming. New in this generation, GameFirst VI features recognition and boosting technology with enhanced artificial intelligence to ensure faster and smarter network optimization.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to set up the look and feel of your system.
From a single intuitive interface, Armory Crate allows you to easily customize the lighting and RGB effects for compatible devices and sync them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme in your system. You can also use Armory Crate to download the user manual, drivers, and software.
RAMCache lll
RAMCache III software turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options, its uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire storage device, so your favorite games and applications launch at breakneck speeds.