| Basic Information | ||
| Supported CPU | AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors | |
| Chipset | AMD B850 Chipset | |
| BIOS | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | |
| Form Factor | micro-ATX | |
| Audio | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - Audio cover A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output. |
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| Expansion Slots | ||
| PCI | AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode) AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode) AMD B850 Chipset 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (support x4 mode) |
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| M.2 Socket | AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode) AMD B850 Chipset 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Specifications vary by CPU types. AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology Ryzen 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10 Ryzen 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10 |
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| Memory | ||
| Maximum Memory | 128GB | |
| Slots | 2 x DIMM | |
| Supported Memory | Supports up to 8200+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors, 8400+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors, 8000+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM* Dual channel memory architecture Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™) ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) |
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| Type | DDR5 | |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics | 1 x HDMI port * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications. Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1. |
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| Connector & Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | |
| USB (s) | Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 2 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports * USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A |
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| LAN Port (s) | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard |
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| Supported Storage | Supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)* AMD B850 Chipset 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Specifications vary by CPU types. AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology Ryzen 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10 Ryzen 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10 |
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| RAID | AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology Ryzen 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10 Ryzen 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10 |
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| Audio | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback |
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| Internal I/O Ports | Fan and Cooling Related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power Related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector Storage Related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® ) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header Back Panel I/O Ports: 2 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x HDMI™ port 1 x Wi-Fi module 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button |
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| TPM (Trusted Platform Module ) | 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin) | |
| Wireless Communication module | Wi-Fi 6 1x1 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band Bluetooth® v5.3 The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications. |
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| Others | ||
| Special Features | ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - DIGI+ VRM - LANGuard - Overvoltage protection - SafeSlot - Stainless-steel back I/O ASUS Q-Design - M.2 Q-Latch - Q-Dashboard - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - M.2 heatsink - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - Pre-mounted I/O shield - BIOS FlashBack™ button - BIOS FlashBack™ LED - SafeSlot Aura Sync - Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers |
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| Bundled Software | ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Creator - Aura Sync - Fan Xpert 2+ ASUS AI Advisor ASUS DriverHub TurboV Core ASUS GlideX ASUS CPU-Z Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS MyHotkey |
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| Warranty Information | ||
| Warranty | 3 Year | |
The ASUS B850M AYW GAMING WIFI is a streamlined, high-performance microATX motherboard tailored for gamers and PC builders stepping into the AMD AM5 ecosystem. Offering robust support for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 series desktop processors, this motherboard blends modern tech architecture with essential DIY features to deliver an optimized, Advanced AI PC-ready gaming foundation.
Built on a stable 6-layer PCB, the motherboard employs an 8+2+1 phase digital power design with discrete MOSFETs. This configuration ensures efficient and clean voltage regulation to the CPU under heavy gaming or multi-threaded workloads. To prevent performance degradation, the board integrates a massive VRM heatsink, a dedicated M.2 heatsink to stop NVMe throttling, and an aluminum passive chipset heatsink designed for long-lasting durability without dust accumulation.
DDR5 Dominance: Featuring two DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory. It utilizes ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) and AMD EXPO™ technology to comfortably achieve blazing-fast overclocked speeds up to 8400+ MT/s.
PCIe 5.0 Generation: Outfitted with a high-bandwidth PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen graphics cards. For ultra-fast storage, it includes a dual M.2 configuration: one slot running at blistering PCIe 5.0 x4 speeds and a second running at PCIe 4.0 x4.
Online matches stay smooth and lag-free thanks to onboard Wi-Fi 6 and high-speed Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet protected by ASUS LANGuard. The rear I/O is packed with versatile ports, including dual USB 10Gbps Type-A connections, while the front panel supports a modern USB Type-C® connection. Rounded out with the Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound audio codec, a toolless M.2 Q-Latch system, and Aura Sync RGB headers, it offers premium essentials in a compact footprint.
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