ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS

ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS
The ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS ATX motherboard, featuring the AMD B550 chipset and AM4 socket, offers support for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors, an enhanced power solution with 8+2 DrMOS power stages, and modern connectivity including PCIe 4.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 2. The board has four DDR4 slots with overclocking support up to 4600MHz, two M.2 slots, and six SATA III ports for connecting storage drives. The integrated network card delivers 2.5Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard technology, and the Realtek S1200A audio codec ensures premium sound quality with a 108dB signal-to-noise ratio.
Key features of the ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS motherboard
- AMD AM4 socket for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors and enhanced power delivery with 8+2 DrMOS power stages, ProCool connector and Digi+ VRM
- Comprehensive cooling including a VRM heatsink, passive PCH heatsink, M.2 heatsink and hybrid fan headers with Fan Xpert 4 support
- Modern connectivity including a PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and USB Type-C support
- 2.5-gigabit Ethernet with TUF LANGuard and Turbo LAN technologies, and an M.2 slot (Key E) for installing a Wi-Fi module
- Premium Realtek S1200A audio codec with a 108dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for stereo output and 103dB for line-in
- AI-powered noise-cancelling microphone for crystal-clear in-game voice communication
Robust power system and military-grade components
The board uses an enhanced power solution with 8+2 DrMOS power stages, complemented by a ProCool connector for stable power delivery. Military-grade TUF components combined with Digi+ VRM technology guarantee maximum durability and reliability, even under prolonged load. This solution ensures stable operation during intense gaming or when working with demanding applications.
Efficient cooling system
The comprehensive cooling solution includes a VRM heatsink to dissipate heat from the power circuits, a fanless passive PCH heatsink, and an M.2 heatsink to cool high-speed SSDs. Hybrid fan headers, along with the Fan Xpert 4 utility, enable precise speed control and optimise cooling based on the current system load, minimising noise while ensuring sufficient heat dissipation.
Connectivity and expandability
The board provides two PCIe x16 slots and three PCIe x1 slots for connecting graphics cards and expansion cards. Two M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 support let you install ultra-fast SSDs, while six SATA III ports provide ample capacity for traditional storage. The M.2 Key E slot is ready for installing a Wi-Fi module to expand wireless connectivity.
Advanced networking and audio features
The integrated network card with 2.5Gb Ethernet, combined with TUF LANGuard and Turbo LAN technology, optimises data transfers for online gaming. The Realtek S1200A audio codec achieves excellent sound quality with a 108dB signal-to-noise ratio for stereo output and 103dB for input. A microphone with AI-powered noise-cancelling technology ensures crystal-clear voice communication during games, which you will appreciate especially during team collaboration.
Port layout
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 6
- Number of M.2: 2
- M.2 Slot - 2× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4 (2 headers)
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 2
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.2
- Video outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Audio
- Number of channels: 8.0
- Rear connectors: Jack, Optical S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps
- Power: 24pin
- Internal: COM header, RGB LED Header, Thunderbolt header, TPM header, Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
Specifications
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| Code: | ACb550tgp |
| 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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