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ASUS TUF Gaming B850-PRO W Neo WiFi7 AMD ATX Motherboard

Motherboard • ASUS • $ 209.99

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Built for Battle: The ASUS TUF Gaming B850-PRO W Neo

The ASUS TUF Gaming B850-PRO W Neo WiFi7 is a robust ATX motherboard engineered for AMD AM5 processors, including the latest Ryzen 9000 series. It blends military-grade durability with cutting-edge connectivity, making it an ideal foundation for high-performance gaming rigs and content creation workstations. With PCIe 5.0 support, lightning-fast Wi-Fi 7, and a reinforced power design, this board is ready to handle the most demanding tasks.

Key Features & Performance

Next-Gen Connectivity: Enjoy blazing-fast wireless speeds with Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Bluetooth 5.2. Wired networking is covered by a Realtek 2.5GbE LAN port, ensuring low-latency online gaming and rapid file transfers.
PCIe 5.0 Ready: The primary PCIe x16 slot and one M.2 slot support PCIe 5.0, delivering double the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0 for the latest GPUs and NVMe SSDs.
DDR5 Memory Support: Four DIMM slots support up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM with speeds up to 6400+ MHz (OC). AMD EXPO technology allows one-click overclocking for optimal performance.
Robust Power Delivery: A 12+2 power stage design with premium chokes and capacitors ensures stable power delivery to the CPU, even under heavy loads.
Comprehensive Cooling: Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, and hybrid fan headers keep temperatures in check, while the board's intelligent fan control software allows fine-tuning.
Durable TUF Components: TUF Gaming boards undergo rigorous testing and feature protective shrouds, SafeSlot, and ESD guards for long-term reliability.

Connectivity and Expansion

The rear I/O panel offers a wide range of ports: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, four USB 2.0 Type-A, DisplayPort, HDMI, Wi-Fi antenna connectors, 2.5GbE LAN, audio jacks, and optical S/PDIF. Onboard headers include a front-panel USB-C connector, USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, and two USB 2.0 headers for extensive case support.

Who Is It For?

This motherboard is perfect for gamers and PC enthusiasts who want a reliable, feature-packed platform without paying a premium. It's also an excellent choice for content creators who need high-speed storage and connectivity. The TUF Gaming B850-PRO W Neo offers the perfect balance of performance, durability, and value for any AM5 build.

Key Specifications

Form Factor: ATX

Socket: AM5

RAM Type: DDR5 6400+ OC (ECC & Non-ECC, Un-buffered, AMD EXPO supported)

Max. RAM: 128GB

RAM Slots: 4

Chipset: AMD B650

Connectivity

1× PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU lane), 1× PCIe 4.0 x16 (chipset, operates in x4 mode), 1× PCIe 4.0 x1 (chipset), 1× M.2 NVMe slot (Key M, PCIe 5.0 x4, from CPU), 2× M.2 NVMe slots (Key M, PCIe 4.0 x4, from Chipset), 4× SATA 6 Gb/s ports, 1× Realtek 2.5 GbE LAN port, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth v5.2, Graphics outputs: 1× DisplayPort, 1× HDMI, Hybrid fan headers, VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks

Back Panel IO

1× USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, 3× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 4× USB 2.0 Type-A, 1× DisplayPort, 1× HDMI, 1× Wi-Fi Module (antenna connectors), 1× Realtek 2.5 GbE LAN port, 5× Audio jacks, 1× Optical S/PDIF out, 1× BIOS FlashBack button

Onboard USB Headers: 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel Type-C connector 1× USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 ports) 2× USB 2.0 headers (support 4 ports total)

Detailed Parameters

Platform:: AMD
Socket:: AM5
RAM Type:: DDR5
Number of RAM Slots:: 4
Maximum RAM/slot:: 32
Maximum RAM Capacity in GB:: 128
PCI Express Version:: 5
Form Factor:: ATX
Maximum RAM Speed in MHz:: 6400

Where to Buy

Amazon

Pros

Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5GbE LAN for future-proof connectivity
PCIe 5.0 support for latest GPUs and SSDs
Robust VRM design for high-end Ryzen CPUs
Comprehensive cooling options with hybrid fan headers
TUF durability with military-grade components

Cons

Chipset is B650, not the newer B850 (may be a typo in specs)
Only one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot; others are PCIe 4.0
No PCIe 5.0 for second x16 slot (chipset x4 mode)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the ASUS TUF Gaming B850-PRO W Neo support AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors?

Yes, the motherboard is designed for AMD AM5 socket and supports Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with a BIOS update.

What is the maximum memory speed supported?

It supports DDR5 memory up to 6400+ MHz (OC) when using AMD EXPO profiles. The maximum total memory capacity is 128GB across four slots.

Does this motherboard have Wi-Fi 7?

Yes, the model name includes 'WiFi7', and it features the latest Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard, along with Bluetooth 5.2.

How many M.2 slots are available and what speeds do they support?

There are three M.2 slots: one supports PCIe 5.0 x4 (from CPU), and two support PCIe 4.0 x4 (from chipset). All support NVMe SSDs.

Can I use ECC memory with this motherboard?

Yes, it supports both ECC and Non-ECC unbuffered DDR5 memory, but ECC functionality is only available when using AMD Ryzen processors with integrated graphics (APUs).

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