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Green micro ATX motherboard with black slots and silver heatsinks

ASUS

ASUS B85M-HQ Intel B85 DDR3 16GB Micro ATX Motherboard

SKU CH-CNKY-4CYJB

Supports Socket 1150 CPUs with Intel B85 chipset and up to 16GB DDR3 memory in Micro ATX form factor

  • CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
  • ChipsetIntel B85
  • Maximum Memory Supported16GB
  • Supports up to 16GB DDR3 for multitasking headroom
  • Socket 1150 fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel B85 chipset delivers stable platform features
  • Micro ATX form factor suits compact builds
  • Includes SATA cable and I/O shield for quick setup

ASUS B85M-HQ Micro ATX Board

The ASUS B85M-HQ is a Micro ATX motherboard built around the Intel B85 chipset and Socket 1150. It supports DDR3 memory up to 16GB and suits office builds or basic home systems needing a compact form factor. Builders requiring newer CPU sockets or higher memory capacities should choose a different platform.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under continuous workloads the B85 chipset and voltage regulators handle typical office and media tasks without thermal throttling. The board delivers stable power delivery for locked Socket 1150 processors during extended sessions. It is not designed for heavy overclocking or sustained multi-core rendering that demands enthusiast-grade VRM cooling.

Installation Notes

The Micro ATX layout fits standard standoff patterns and the included I/O shield aligns with common case cut-outs. A single SATA cable and CMOS battery are supplied in the package. Builders needing front-panel USB 3.0 headers, additional SATA ports or M.2 slots will find those connections absent on this board.

Highlights

  • Supports up to 16GB DDR3 for multitasking headroom
  • Socket 1150 fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel B85 chipset delivers stable platform features
  • Micro ATX form factor suits compact builds
  • Includes SATA cable and I/O shield for quick setup

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesASUS B85M-HQ
ModelASUS B85M-HQ
CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
ChipsetIntel B85
Maximum Memory Supported16GB

Questions about this item

How much power does the Intel B85 chipset on this board draw when the system runs all day?

The Intel B85 chipset is a low-power design rated for typical desktop workloads; actual draw depends on the installed CPU and peripherals.

Which DDR3 memory kits must I already own to reach the 16 GB maximum on this motherboard?

You need two unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs that match the board's supported speeds and voltages.

Will my existing SATA drives and Socket 1150 processor work straight away with this Micro ATX board?

Yes, the board provides SATA ports for your drives and a Socket 1150 CPU socket for compatible processors.

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