{"product_id":"asus-rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi-motherboard-atx-socket-am5-amd-b850","title":"ASUS ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi ATX AM5 motherboard with Wi-Fi 7, DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 - 90MB1J50-M0EAY0","description":"\u003ch1\u003eASUS ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi ATX AM5 motherboard with Wi-Fi 7, DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 - 90MB1J50-M0EAY0\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASUS ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi is an ATX motherboard built around the AMD B850 chipset and Socket AM5 platform. Model 90MB1J50-M0EAY0 supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series processors, with capacity for a single CPU. Designed for gaming and high-performance computing, it combines DDR5 memory support, PCIe expansion, multiple M.2 storage positions, high-speed wired and wireless networking, extensive USB connectivity and 8-channel high-definition audio in one platform. Onboard graphics connectivity is available when a suitable CPU is installed, with both HDMI and DisplayPort interfaces provided for display output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four 288-pin DIMM slots accommodate as much as 192 GB of unbuffered DDR5 memory. The memory implementation supports a dual-channel architecture, AMD EXPO technology and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile functionality, along with non-ECC memory and on-die ECC. A bus clock of 4000 MHz overclocked is specified. ASUS OptiMem II is also incorporated into the motherboard's hardware feature set, providing part of the platform's memory-focused design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpansion capabilities cover both PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0. The board provides a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot as well as a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot operating in x4 mode. Storage expansion includes four M.2 sockets in several supported module lengths. One M.2 Key M socket accepts 2280 and 22110 devices, another accepts 2242, 2260 and 2280 devices, and two further Key M sockets support the 2280 format. The storage interface specification identifies one PCIe 5.0 M.2 connection and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 connections, with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 support. SATA-600 storage and RAID are supported as well; the supplied main specification identifies two SATA-600 storage ports, while the extended storage interface information specifies four 7-pin Serial ATA connectors with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 support. Two Serial ATA cables are supplied with the motherboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal connectivity is designed to accommodate a broad selection of modern peripherals. The rear interface selection includes USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and two USB 2.0 ports. Additional internal headers provide one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 connection, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 connections and four USB 2.0 connections. The internal interface selection also includes an audio header and a Thunderbolt header. HDMI and DisplayPort are available for graphics output, while the external audio connections include optical SPDIF output, a microphone mini-jack and an audio line-out mini-jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNetworking options include 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The wireless implementation supports the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax and 802.11be standards, while two aerial connections are provided and an ASUS Wi-Fi Q-antenna is included in the package. The specified network controller is the Intel I225-V, giving the board a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet interface alongside its wireless connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio is handled by the Realtek ALC4080 codec and provides 8-channel high-definition sound. The audio implementation supports High Definition Audio and DTS Sound Unbound and incorporates SupremeFX Shielding technology. A Savitech SV3H712 amplifier is also part of the motherboard's hardware configuration, together with jack retasking and audio jack detection technology. These components form the board's integrated audio system for gaming and multimedia use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power system uses a 14+2+2 phase design with an 80A Power Stage and is complemented by ASUS Extreme Engine Digi+, ASUS DIGI+ VRM, ASUS ProCool and 5K Black Metallic Capacitors. Power is supplied through a 24-pin main connector and two 8-pin ATX12V connectors. Cooling-related hardware includes a VRM heatsink design, M.2 heatsink and Water Pump Header, providing dedicated motherboard provisions for managing cooling around key components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eASUS has incorporated a wide collection of installation, maintenance and DIY-oriented features. ASUS Q-Design is joined by M.2 Q-Latch, PCIe Slot Q-Release, Q-LED, Q-DIMM and Q-Slot features, while ASUS EZ DIY and the DIY Friendly Design further form part of the board's builder-focused functionality. A pre-mounted I\/O shield is included, and ASUS SafeSlot and ASUS SafeDIMM are incorporated into the hardware. The supplied accessories also include an M.2 Q-Latch, a thermal pad for an M.2 SSD, cable ties and four M.2 rubber packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motherboard uses an AMI BIOS with UEFI BIOS functionality and ASUS EZ Flash 3. BIOS FlashBack is supported through a dedicated BIOS FlashBack button and BIOS FlashBack LED, while CrashFree BIOS 3 is also included. Wake on LAN and wake on PME are supported for sleep and wake functionality. Additional ASUS technologies include the TPU TurboV Processing Unit, Fan Xpert 4, Aura Sync and related platform features. ASUS Aura Sync provides support for customizable RGB lighting as part of a personalized system configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included software collection comprises ROG GameFirst VI, ROG CPU-Z, Sonic Radar III, Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, ASUS AURA Creator, ASUS Fan Xpert 4, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS Turbo App, PC Cleaner, MyAsus, ASUS DriverHub and HWiNFO. The package also identifies AIDA64 Extreme with a 60-day trial, Norton 360 for Gamers with a 60-day trial, Adobe Creative Cloud as a free trial and WinRAR, including a stated 40-day WinRAR trial. Together, these applications cover motherboard configuration, monitoring, audio, networking, lighting and other supported software functions supplied with the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASUS ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi measures 30.5 cm wide by 24.4 cm deep in its ATX format. It complies with FCC Part 15 Class B, VCCI Class B ITE, JATE, EU REACH, EU RoHS and UKCA requirements and also specifies DisplayPort 1.4 compliance. In addition to the motherboard and storage cables, the box contains the ASUS Wi-Fi Q-antenna, cable ties, STRIX stickers, an ROG thank you card, an ROG key chain, an M.2 Q-Latch, an M.2 SSD thermal pad and four M.2 rubber packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct name: ASUS ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: ASUS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: ROG Strix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel \/ manufacturer part number: 90MB1J50-M0EAY0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct category: motherboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm factor: ATX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChipset: AMD B850\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessor socket: 1 x Socket AM5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum processor quantity: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible processors: AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard graphics: supported with a CPU providing the required graphics capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum memory capacity: 192 GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory slots: 4 x 288-pin DIMM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory technology: DDR5 SDRAM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory type: unbuffered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory integrity support: non-ECC and on-die ECC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory bus clock: 4000 MHz (O.C.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory architecture: dual channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory features: AMD EXPO technology and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansion slots: 1 x CPU, 4 x 288-pin DIMM, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 and 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 operating in x4 mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM.2 slots: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM.2 slot 1: 1 x M.2 Key M socket supporting 2280 and 22110 modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM.2 slot 2: 1 x M.2 Key M socket supporting 2242, 2260 and 2280 modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM.2 slots 3 and 4: 2 x M.2 Key M sockets supporting 2280 modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain storage port specification: 2 x SATA-600 with RAID support and 4 x M.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended SATA storage interface specification: 4 x 7-pin Serial ATA SATA-600 connectors with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCIe 5.0 storage interface: 1 x M.2 with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCIe 4.0 storage interfaces: 3 x M.2 with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal USB ports: 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2, 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 and 2 x USB 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB connectivity via internal headers: 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 and 4 x USB 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay interfaces: 1 x HDMI and 1 x DisplayPort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplayPort standard: DisplayPort 1.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork interface: 1 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless networking: 802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac\/ax\/be (Wi-Fi 7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth: Bluetooth 5.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerial connections: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork controller: Intel I225-V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio type: 8-channel HD Audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio codec: Realtek ALC4080\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio standards: High Definition Audio and DTS Sound Unbound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio features: SupremeFX Shielding technology, Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, jack retasking and audio jack detection technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal audio interfaces: 1 x SPDIF output, 1 x microphone mini-jack and 1 x audio line-out mini-jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther internal interfaces: 1 x audio header and 1 x Thunderbolt header\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower connectors: 1 x 24-pin main power connector and 2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower design: 14+2+2 Phase Power Design with 80A Power Stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBIOS type: AMI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBIOS features: UEFI BIOS and ASUS EZ Flash 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleep \/ wake functions: Wake on LAN (WOL) and wake on PME\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware features: ASUS OptiMem II, SupremeFX Shielding technology, Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, BIOS FlashBack button, Water Pump Header, jack retasking, audio jack detect technology, ASUS Extreme Engine Digi+, 5K Black Metallic Capacitors, ASUS Q-Design, M.2 Q-Latch, PCIe Slot Q-Release, Q-LED, Q-DIMM, Q-Slot, M.2 heatsink, VRM heatsink design, ASUS EZ DIY, BIOS FlashBack LED, ASUS ProCool, pre-mounted I\/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot, ASUS SafeDIMM, ASUS Aura Sync, ASUS TPU (TurboV Processing Unit), ASUS DIGI+ VRM, CrashFree BIOS 3, 14+2+2 Phase Power Design, 80A Power Stage, DIY Friendly Design and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling features: VRM heatsink design, M.2 heatsink and Water Pump Header\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRGB lighting feature: ASUS Aura Sync\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded accessories: thermal pad for M.2 SSD, ASUS Wi-Fi Q-antenna, cable ties, M.2 Q-Latch, ROG key chain, STRIX stickers, ROG thank you card and 4 x M.2 rubber package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded cables: 2 x Serial ATA cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded software: ROG GameFirst VI, ROG CPU-Z, Sonic Radar III, Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, AIDA64 Extreme (60-day trial), ASUS AURA Creator, ASUS Fan Xpert 4, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS Turbo App, PC Cleaner, MyAsus, WinRAR, ASUS DriverHub, HWiNFO, WinRAR (40-day trial), Norton 360 for Gamers (60-day trial) and Adobe Creative Cloud (free trial)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance standards: FCC Part 15 Class B, VCCI Class B ITE, JATE, EU REACH, EU RoHS, 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