| Basic Information | ||
| Supported CPU | AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors | |
| Chipset | AMD B850 | |
| BIOS | Flash BIOS Button | |
| Form Factor | ATX | |
| Audio | Realtek ALC897 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio |
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| Expansion Slots | ||
| PCI | 4x PCI-E x16 slot PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU) PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 3.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset) PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset) PCI_E4 Gen PCIe 3.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset) PCI_E1 slot Supports PCIe 5.0 x16 (For Ryzen 9000/ 7000 Series processors) Supports PCIe 4.0 x8 (For Ryzen 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors) Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen 8500/ 8300 Series processor) |
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| M.2 Socket | 3x M.2 | |
| Memory | ||
| Maximum Memory | Memory Support DDR5 8200 - 5600 (OC) MT/s / 5600 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s Ryzen 9000 Series Processors max. overclocking frequency: 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 8200+ MT/s 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 6000+ MT/s Supports AMD POR Speed and JEDEC Speed Supports Memory Overclocking and AMD EXPOTM Supports Dual-Channel mode Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered memory Supports CUDIMM, Clock Driver bypass mode only |
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| Slots | DDR5 | |
| Supported Memory | 4 x UDIMM | |
| Type | 256GB | |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics | 1x DisplayPort Support DisplayPort 1.2, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz |
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| Connector & Ports | ||
| USB (s) | 4x USB 2.0 (Rear) 4x USB 2.0 (Front) 1x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear) 4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front) 1x USB 5Gbps Type C (Front) 1x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear) 2x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear) |
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| LAN Port (s) | 1x Realtek 8126VB 5G LAN | |
| Supported Storage | 3x M.2 M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x2, supports 2280/2260 devices 4x SATA 6G M2_1 slot Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 (For Ryzen 9000/ 7000 Series processors) Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen 8000 Series processors) M2_2 slot Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen 9000/ 7000 Series processors) Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x2 (For Ryzen 8500/8300 Series processors) |
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| RAID | Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 5 for M.2 NVMe storage devices RAID 5 configuration is only supported by Ryzen 9000 Series Processors |
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| Audio | 1x Front Audio (JAUD) | |
| Internal I/O Ports | 1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR) 2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR) 1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin) 1x CPU Fan 1x Combo Fan (Pump_Sys Fan) 4x System Fan 1x EZ Conn-header (JAF_1) 2x Front Panel (JFP) 1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI) 1x Front Audio (JAUD) 1x Com Port (JCOM) 1x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH) 3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2) 1x RGB LED connector(JRGB) 1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0) 4x USB 2.0 ports 4x USB 5Gbps Type A ports 1x USB 5Gbps Type C ports |
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| Display Port (s) | 1x DisplayPort 1.2 | |
| TPM (Trusted Platform Module ) | 1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0) | |
| Wireless Communication module | Wi-Fi 7 Solution The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz* (320MHz) up to 5.8Gbps Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be Supports Bluetooth 5.4, MLO, 4KQAM |
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| Others | ||
| Special Features | 4x EZ Debug LED | |
| Warranty Information | ||
| Warranty | 3 Year | |
The MSI B850 GAMING PLUS WIFI PZ is a premium, full-sized ATX motherboard designed to elevate high-performance gaming setups on the AMD AM5 platform. Engineered to support AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series desktop processors, this motherboard stands out with its innovative Project Zero (PZ) Back-Connect Design. By relocating power, fan, and SATA headers to the reverse side of the PCB, it eliminates front-facing cable clutter, drastically simplifies cable management, and allows system builders to showcase a perfectly clean, unobstructed internal aesthetic.
To comfortably handle demanding workloads and overclocking, the motherboard is equipped with a robust 12+2+1 Duet Rail Power System (DRPS) driven by digital PWM architecture and dual 8-pin CPU power connectors. This aggressive VRM setup is paired with a heavy-plated, extended heatsink array, premium 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads, and an enlarged chipset heatsink to guarantee absolute stability. Furthermore, its 6-layer server-grade PCB with thickened copper maximizes heat dissipation and signaling integrity.
Performance enthusiasts can fully harness high-speed dual-channel DDR5 memory with speeds pushing past 8200+ MT/s via MSI Memory Boost and AMD EXPO optimization. For massive storage and rapid asset rendering, the board provides three M.2 slots, led by a lightning-fast Lightning Gen 5 x4 connector alongside dual Gen 4 slots, all shielded under the tool-less EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II to prevent thermal throttling.
Connectivity is a major strength, featuring a blistering-fast Realtek 5G LAN controller coupled with a full-speed Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 wireless solution, achieving bandwidth capabilities up to 5.8Gbps. The pre-installed I/O shield plays host to ultra-fast USB 10Gbps Type-C and Type-A ports, alongside handy DIY tools like Clear CMOS and Flash BIOS buttons. Backed by reinforced PCIe 5.0 Steel Armor and effortless assembly additions like the EZ PCIe Clip II, the B850 GAMING PLUS WIFI PZ serves as an incredible foundation for a future-proof, showpiece AI or gaming rig.
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