ASUS PRIME B850M-K + Ryzen 5 9600X AMD motherboard & CPU combo USB 10Gbps Type-A

ASUS PRIME B850M-K & Ryzen 5 9600X Combo

This bundle pairs an ASUS PRIME B850M-K motherboard with an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X processor. The motherboard uses the AMD B850 chipset and AM5 socket in a micro-ATX layout. The included CPU delivers 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture with a 5.4 GHz max boost clock and 38 MB cache. It is suited for builders who want a matched platform ready for assembly.

Ideal for DDR5 builds needing PCIe 5.0 and 2.5GbE

The board supports DDR5 memory up to 8400 MT/s when overclocked and provides three M.2 slots with up to 128 Gbps total bandwidth. A PCIe 5.0 slot and Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet handle high-speed peripherals and networking. Rear I/O includes USB 10 Gbps Type-A and Type-C ports. Builders requiring integrated Wi-Fi or additional expansion slots should consider other options.

AM5 socket defines CPU upgrade path

The AM5 socket determines which current and future AMD processors fit this motherboard. The included Ryzen 5 9600X operates with a 5.4 GHz max boost and supports DDR5-5600 natively. The 8+2+1 power phase design and 6-layer PCB deliver stable voltage for this 6-core chip. Verify cooler clearance and memory kit compatibility before purchase.