ASUS ROG STRIX B850-G GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX B850-G GAMING WIFI
The ROG STRIX B850-G GAMING WIFI is a Micro-ATX motherboard with an AMD B850 chipset that supports AMD Ryzen desktop processors for the AMD AM5 socket and comes ready as an Advanced AI PC. The board features a PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with PCIe Slot Q-Release. It supports DDR5 memory with overclocking up to 8000MHz in four DIMM slots in Dual-channel mode with a maximum capacity of 256GB and AEMP technology. The board includes four M.2 slots, one of which supports PCIe 5.0 x4 and three support PCIe 4.0 x4. Connectivity includes WiFi 7 with support for 160MHz 6GHz bands, 4096 QAM, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and support for a total of 17 USB ports, including USB 20Gb/s.
AMD B850
Chipset
AMD AM5
Socket
mATX (Micro ATX)
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASUS ROG STRIX B850-G GAMING WIFI motherboard
- AMD B850 chipset with support for AMD Ryzen processors for AM5 socket with advanced artificial intelligence features including AI Cache Boost, AI Advisor and AI Networking II
- Robust 14+2+1 power stage with an 80A current rating, ProCool connectors and an extended VRM heatsink for stable performance even when overclocking
- DDR5 memory support up to 8000MHz with AMD EXPO and exclusive ASUS AEMP technologies, four DIMM slots with 256GB capacity in dual-channel mode
- Modern connectivity with Wi-Fi 7, Intel 2.5Gbps Ethernet, a PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, one M.2 PCIe 5.0 slot and three M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots with integrated heatsinks
- User-friendly features like M.2 Q-Latch, PCIe Slot Q-Release, Q-LED diagnostics, BIOS Q-Dashboard and Q-Antenna to simplify system building and maintenance
- Comprehensive software suite with ASUS Armoury Crate, AI Overclocking, TurboV Core, GlideX, a sixty-day AIDA64 Extreme licence and Aura Sync RGB lighting support
Robust power and AI features
The motherboard uses a 14+2+1 power solution rated at 80A per stage with ProCool power connectors. AI Cache Boost enhances the performance of large language models by optimising CPU cache and memory channels, delivering up to 29% higher local LLM performance. ASUS AI Advisor uses AI to understand natural language questions, enabling users to explore the features and advanced capabilities of ASUS motherboards in a straightforward way. AI Networking II combines technologies that optimise network performance, provide a reliable connection, and unlock the speed of WiFi 7. PBO Enhancement aggressively tunes PBO parameters, using the motherboard's robust power solution to boost performance even further. AEMP is a firmware feature for memory modules with PMIC restrictions.
Personalisation and DIY-friendliness
The BIOS Q-Dashboard simplifies motherboard configuration with a visual display of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings. The M.2 Q-Release and M.2 Q-LATCH innovations make installing storage devices easier. PCIe Slot Q-Release enables easy removal of graphics cards. Q-Antenna allows for easy connection of the WiFi antenna. The Q-LED diagnostic display helps with troubleshooting potential issues. The Clear CMOS button and BIOS FlashBack button simplify control. ASUS Aura Sync offers preset lighting effects with the option to synchronise with compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice. The Armoury Crate software centralises control of supported gaming products and includes ASUS Fan Xpert 4 for comprehensive control over your fans. The TurboV Core software enables intuitive overclocking in Windows without a BIOS interface or restarts.
Port selection
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 2
- Number of M.2: 4
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 3× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2 (1 header)
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1 (1 header)
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 2
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 2
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 2× 3.5mm Jack, Optical S/PDIF
- Internal connectors: HD Audio
Other
- Rear: BIOS FlashBack button, Clear CMOS button, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps, 2× Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin
- Cooling: Number of PWM FAN (4-pin) - 5, Water pump - 4-pin
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion (JCI), 3× Addressable RGB Gen 2, Temperature sensors
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard (or mainboard), it is important to pay particular attention to the motherboard's socket type, format, and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards and other components. The specific socket will be used to select a suitable processor, while the other connectors will determine which other components you'll need for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | ACb850r5 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
| Links: | Producer's Website: |
| Manufacturer information |
ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. 1F.,No.15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 Tel: +886-2-2894-3447 Tel: +886-2-2890-7798 https://gr.asus.com/ProductSafety ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Harkortstrasse 21-23 40880 Ratingen Germany, Europe Email: [email protected] ASUS COMPUTER GmbH, Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany, Europe, [email protected] ASUS is a symbol of the growth of Taiwan's economy. The firm's beginnings date back to April 2, 1989, when as a small manufacturer of motherboards began his work with a few employees. Today, Asus employs more than 12,500 employees worldwide. ASUS products can be found in almost every category of the information technology marketplace. ASUS is focused on desktops, laptops, phones, optical drives and components. In the manufacture of motherboards, the company is now the dominant player with a staggering 40% market share. 
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