DURABLE. STABLE. RELIABLE.TUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II 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.ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCEWith upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II is the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.Power DesignDrMOSThe onboard VRM of TUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II 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 AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Processors demand.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.ProCool SocketENHANCED 8-PIN CONNETOR- Extreme durability- Prevent hotspots and connector failureCompared 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.TUF COMPONENTSTUF CHOKESCertified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-steady power to the CPU, improving system stability.TUF CAPACITORSProprietary capacitors provide up to 20% greater temperature tolerance and 5X-longer lifespan.Digi+ VRMThe 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.EASY PC DIYTUF Gaming motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want even for first-time builders. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software offers full control of system settings via a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards give you everything you need to build your dream gaming rig without adding complexity.TUF PROTECTIONSafeSlotSafeSlot 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.ESD guardsESD 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.KEYBOARDS AND MOUSE CONNECTORSAdditional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression.VGA PROTECTIONAdditional on-circuit ESD TVS diodes to protect VGA output functionality.USB CONNECTORSTVS diode for surface-mount and dual in-line package.TUF LANGuardTUF 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.DRAM overvoltage protectionOnboard 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.Stainless-steel back I/O panelTUF 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. With this protective feature, TUF Gaming motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.EASY CONFIGURATIONBIOS FlashBack BIOS FlashBack is the simplest and safest (UEFI) BIOS update method. Simply drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32 formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.Armoury CrateArmoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for uni ed system lighting effects. You can also turn on the Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation function for crystal-clear in-game voice communication. The software also provides control of settings for a select and growing number of products, including keyboard and mouse preferences as well as laptop overclocking and fan speeds, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news areas to help you stay in touch with the gaming community.IMMERSIVE GAMINGTUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II provides a complete, high-performance gaming package with a long list of features to improve your experience, including ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached accessories to help you create a personalized gaming atmosphere.WiFi 6The WiFi 6 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.EXCLUSIVE 2.5 GIGABIT ETHERNET2.5G on-board Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.MyASUSMyASUS offers a variety of support features to help you contact customer service, troubleshoot issues and optimize product performance. You can also use MyASUS to enable the WiFi SmartConnect function to automatically connect to the wireless router with the best signal.TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATIONTwo-way AI noise cancelation 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.Gaming audioDTS® Custom for gaming headsetsHone 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.AERIAL MODEExperience audio as though hovering above the game world, with sound coming from ahead perfect for MOBA, RTA, strategy and sports titles!SOUNDSCAPE MODEThe ideal audio envelope for MMO, RPG, action and horror games your ears will put you in the center of the action!TACTICAL MODEShhh is that an enemy just around the corner DTS Custom emphasises detail for stealthy play, so you'll detect and locate every footstep!Outshine the CompetitionA 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.Addressable Gen 2 HeaderThe addressable Gen 2 header is now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new header also offers backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
| Processor | |
| Processor manufacturer: | AMD |
| Processor socket: | Socket AM4 |
| Compatible processor series: | AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 7, 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen 9, AMD Ryzen 9 5th Gen |
| Supported processor sockets: | Socket AM4 |
| Memory | |
| Supported memory types: | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Number of memory slots: | 4 |
| Maximum internal memory: | 128 GB |
| Memory slots type: | DIMM |
| Memory channels: | Dual-channel |
| ECC: |  |
| Supported memory clock speeds: | 2133,2400,2666,2800,2933,3000,3200,3333,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4200,4266,4333,4400,4466,4600,4800,4866 MHz |
| Unbuffered memory: | |
| Storage controllers | |
| Supported storage drive interfaces: | M.2, PCI Express 3.0, PCI Express 4.0, SATA III |
| Supported storage drive types: | HDD & SSD |
| Number of storage drives supported: | 6 |
| RAID support: | |
| RAID levels: | 0, 1, 10 |
| Graphics | |
| Parallel processing technology support: | Not supported |
| Maximum resolution: | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Internal I/O | |
| USB 2.0 connectors: | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors: | 1 |
| Number of SATA III connectors: | 4 |
| Front panel audio connector: | |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin): | |
| CPU fan connector: | |
| Number of chassis fan connectors: | 2 |
| EPS power connector (8-pin): | |
| Number of COM connectors: | 1 |
| TPM connector: | |
| 12V power connector: | |
| RGB LED pin header: | |
| Rear panel I/O ports | |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity: | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: | 4 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity: | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity: | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity: | 1 |
| PS/2 ports quantity: | 1 |
| HDMI version: | 2.1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity: | 1 |
| DisplayPort version: | 1.2 |
| Headphone outputs: | 5 |
| Microphone in: | |
| S/PDIF out port: | |
| WiFi-AP antenna jack: | 1 |
| USB connector type: | USB Type-A, USB Type-C |
| Network | |
| Wi-Fi: | |
| Ethernet LAN: | |
| Ethernet interface type: | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Wake-on-LAN ready: | |
| Top Wi-Fi standard: | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards: | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth: | |
| Bluetooth version: | 5.2 |
| Features | |
| Component for: | PC |
| Motherboard form factor: | micro ATX |
| Motherboard chipset family: | AMD |
| Motherboard chipset: | AMD B550 |
| Audio output channels: | 7.1 channels |
| Windows operating systems supported: | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 |
| Expansion slots | |
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots: | 1 |
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots: | 1 |
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 4.x) slots: | 1 |
| Number of M.2 (M) slots: | 2 |
| BIOS | |
| BIOS type: | UEFI AMI |
| BIOS memory size: | 256 Mbit |
| Clear CMOS jumper: | |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code: | 84733020 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width: | 244 mm |
| Depth: | 244 mm |
| Height: | 67 mm |
| Packaging content | |
| Cables included: | SATA |
| Drivers included: | |
| Other features | |
| Weight: | 845 g |
