Asus AMD TUF B550 – Plus Wifi Ryzen AM4 ATX Gaming Motherboard

Asus AMD B550 (Ryzen AM4) ATX gaming motherboard with PCIe 4.0, dual M.2, 10 DrMOS power stages, Intel Wi-Fi 6, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, HDMI, DisplayPort, SATA 6 Gbps, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C, Thunderbolt™ 3 header, and Aura Sync RGB lighting support

TUF Gaming B550-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, the best compatibility, and complementary aesthetics from components to case.

Rock-Solid Performance

With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF Gaming B550-Plus (Wi-Fi) is the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.

DrMOS

The onboard VRM of TUF Gaming B550-Plus (Wi-Fi) utilizes 8 2 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ 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.

Easy Pc Diy

TUF 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.

Build with confidence

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.

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.

Immersive Gaming

TUF Gaming B550-Plus (Wi-Fi) 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.

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.

Exclusive 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

2.5G 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 of this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately streams high-resolution videos, and enjoy faster file transfers.

CPU

• Build in AMD for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors *
• Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
• Chipset
• AMD B550

Memory

• 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4866(O.C)/4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4466(O.C.)/4400(O.C)/4333(O.C.)/4266(O.C.)/4200(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory
• Dual Channel Memory Architecture
• ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU.
• Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.

Graphic

• x DisplayPort 1.2
• x HDMI 2.1(4K@60HZ)
• *Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.

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™ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode)
• AMD B550 Chipset
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode)
• 3 x PCIe 3.0 x1
• Support PCIe bifurcation for RAID on CPU function.

Storage

• Total supports 2 x M.2 slot(s) and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors :
• 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors :
• 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support
• AMD B550 Chipset :
• 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support*2
• 6 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

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 the back panel
  • Audio cover
  • Audio Shielding
  • Dedicated audio PCB layers
  • Premium Japanese audio capacitors
  • Unique de-pop circuit

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)( x Type-A)
• 2 x USB 2.0 port(s)( 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 4
  • 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 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 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS FlashBack™)
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF out
• 5 x Audio jack(s)
• 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ Button(s)
• 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Modul

Internal I/O Ports

• 1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
• 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
• 3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
• 1 x AIO_PUMP connector
• 2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
• 2 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 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 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
• 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
• 1 x Thunderbolt header(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 Thermal sensor connector(s)
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
• 1 x System panel connector
• 1 x COM port header

Accessories

• User´s manual
• I/O Shield
• 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
• 1 x Supporting DVD
• 1 x TUF Gaming Sticker
• 1 x TUF Certification card(s)
• 1 x Wi-Fi Antenna(s)
• 1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s)
• 1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s)

BIOS

• 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Manageability

• WOL by PXE

Operating System

• Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor

• ATX Form Factor
• 12 inch x 9.6  inch ( 30.5  cm x 24.4  cm )

Note

*1 PCIE 3.0 X16_2 runs x1 mode when any of the PCIe 3.0 x1 slots is occupied.

*2 M2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 is populated, SATA6G_56 will be disabled.