AM5 ASUS PRIME B650-PLUS

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unlock the full potential of AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors. Featuring a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions, and intelligent tuning options, the PRIME B650-PLUS offers users and PC DIY builders a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features.

UEFI BIOS
The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, optimize, and tune your system. It offers both intelligently simplified options for PC beginners and comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Advanced mode:
An intuitive Advanced Mode, offered via the UEFI, lets you take full control. A built-in search function makes it easy to find options, and various advanced features allow you to make intelligent adjustments to tune performance exactly to your liking.

EZ Mode:
EZ Mode displays important settings and statistics, and also offers wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and the ability to adjust important settings with one click - so you can set up your system in no time.

M.2 heatsink
An M.2 heatsink protects the two M.2 slots and prevents throttling, which can occur with M.2 SSDs during longer data transfers. The heatsink is secured with captive screws.

VRM heatsinks and thermal pads
VRM heatsinks and thermal pads improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and inductors for better cooling performance.

ProCool connectors
Proprietary connectors complement the motherboard“s connection to the power supply with 8-pin connectors that route 12 volts directly to the processors. Each connector features solid contacts that can handle higher currents than sockets with hollow contacts.

Six-layer board design
Multiple PCB layers optimize heat dissipation for critical components and provide more headroom to accelerate CPUs beyond standard clock speeds.

DDR5 performance improvement
Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of PRIME motherboards. With the PRIME B650-PLUS, you can unlock the full potential of your DDR5 modules, whether they come from an extreme speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.

ASUS OptiMem II
Redesigned circuit boards on the motherboard allow the latest processors unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal paths across the PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

PCIe 5.0 M.2 support
The PRIME B650-PLUS offers a total of two M.2 slots. The first supports data transfer speeds of up to 128 Gbps via PCIe 5.0, enabling faster boot and loading times for operating systems and applications.

PCIe 4.0 slot
Prime B650 motherboards offer PCIe 4.0 slot connectivity for the latest GPUs. The high bandwidth and superfast transfer speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can easily handle heavy loads.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®
A range of USB ports supports high-end rigs with many peripherals, including a rear USB Type-C® port with ultrafast USB 3.2 Gen 2 for transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps.

Front USB Type-C®
A full range of USB ports supports high-end rigs with lots of peripherals, including a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® port that supports data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

USB4® support
The PRIME B650-PLUS motherboard offers USB 4® support via a Thunderbolt™ (USB 4®) header. With an ASUS add-in card*, PRIME motherboards can enable bidirectional speeds of up to 40 Gbps over a single cable while also delivering power for fast charging. This card also features daisy-chaining for multi-display connectivity, supporting up to two displays with 4K resolution.

Aura Sync
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers complete RGB lighting control with a variety of presets for the integrated RGB LEDs, as well as for strips and devices connected to the onboard RGB headers—all synchronized with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-enabled hardware.

Addressable Gen 2 headers
Three addressable Gen 2 headers can detect the number of LEDs on second-generation addressable RGB devices, allowing software to automatically match lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers are also backward compatible with existing Aura RGB devices.

Armoury Crate
Within a single, intuitive interface, the Armoury Crate offers easily customizable Aura Sync RGB settings for every compatible device in your arsenal, as well as controls for an ever-growing family of ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse settings. Armoury Crate also integrates product registration and a news feed so you don“t miss any updates of interest to the ASUS community.

BIOS FlashBack™
BIOS FlashBack™ is the easiest and most secure (UEFI) BIOS update method. Simply copy the (UEFI) BIOS file to a FAT32-formatted USB flash drive, insert it into the USB BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without installed memory or CPU.

SafeSlot Core+
SafeSlot Core+ is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot, reinforced with a one-piece stainless steel brace that protects the slot from damage. The metal cover is firmly secured in the slot with hooks, and the entire assembly is firmly anchored to the board with reinforced solder points to provide a secure foundation for heavy graphics cards.