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ASUS TUF B650M motherboard and Ryzen 5 9600X CPU combo in retail boxes

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ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI AMD motherboard with Ryzen 5 9600X

SKU CH-KJP9-NRGWY

Micro-ATX AM5 motherboard paired with a 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 9600X CPU, featuring DDR5 memory support up to 6400 MT/s, PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, 2.5 Gb Ethernet and WiFi 6

  • CPU Socket TypeAM5
  • CPU TypeSupports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors* * Refer t
  • ChipsetAMD B650
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Memory StandardDDR5 6400+(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600 / 540
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB

Motherboard TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI

CPU + R5 9600X

  • Ready for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series desktop processors with AM5 socket
  • Stable power delivery from 12+2 teamed power stages and 8+4 ProCool sockets
  • PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot enables next-gen storage speeds
  • Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard for low-latency online gaming
  • 6-core 12-thread Ryzen 5 9600X reaches 5.4 GHz max boost for 100+ FPS gaming

Socket AM5 combo for Ryzen 7000 builds

The bundle pairs an ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI motherboard with an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X processor. The board uses the AM5 socket and B650 chipset to support Ryzen 7000 series CPUs. The included 9600X delivers 6 cores and 12 threads with a max boost clock of 5.4 GHz and 38 MB cache. It targets gamers and builders who want a ready-to-run platform.

DDR5 speeds top out at 6400 MT/s overclocked

Four 288-pin slots accept up to 256 GB of dual-channel DDR5. The supported data rates range from 4800 to 6400+(OC) with EXPO profiles and OptiMem II layout. PCIe 5.0 x4 runs from the CPU to the primary M.2 slot for 2242, 2260 or 2280 drives. A second M.2 slot operates at PCIe 4.0 x4, while the chipset adds a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot wired for x4 mode and a PCIe 4.0 x1 slot. Four SATA 6Gb/s ports and RAIDXpert2 RAID 0/1/10 complete the storage picture.

12+2 teamed power stages

Enlarged VRM and PCH heatsinks plus dedicated M.2 heatsinks handle thermal load. Connectivity includes Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet with LANGuard, WiFi 6, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C and USB4 support. Realtek 7.1 audio with shielding supports 24-bit/192 kHz playback and two-way AI noise cancellation. Hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+ in Armoury Crate manage cooling, while Aura Sync addressable RGB headers add lighting control.

Highlights

  • Ready for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series desktop processors with AM5 socket
  • Stable power delivery from 12+2 teamed power stages and 8+4 ProCool sockets
  • PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot enables next-gen storage speeds
  • Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard for low-latency online gaming
  • 6-core 12-thread Ryzen 5 9600X reaches 5.4 GHz max boost for 100+ FPS gaming

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesTUF
ModelTUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI+R5 9600X
CPU Socket TypeAM5
CPU TypeSupports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
ChipsetAMD B650
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Memory StandardDDR5 6400+(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600 / 5400 / 5200 / 5000 / 4800
* Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 Memory supports On-Die ECC function
* Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM module vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list.
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
ECC SupportedNon-ECC
Buffer SupportedUn-buffered
Memory FeatureSupports AMD EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™)
OptiMem II
PCI Express 4.0 x16AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
1 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot(s)
AMD B650 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
* Please check PCIe bifurcation table in ASUS support site
PCI Express x11 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x1
Serial ATA (SATA)4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
SATA RAIDAMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both NVMe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/10.
Audio ChannelsRealtek 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
Max LAN Speed1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
TUF LANGuard
Wireless LANWi-Fi 6
2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band
BluetoothBluetooth v5.2
Back I/O Ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (1 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMIport
1 x Wi-Fi Module
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack button
Onboard USB1 x USB Gen 1 connector (supports USB Type-C )
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Other ConnectorsFan and Cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Storage related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x Aura RGB header
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
1 x Thunderbolt header
Form FactorMicro ATX
Dimensions (W x L)9.6" x 9.6"
Power Pin1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector
Windows 11Supported
FeaturesASUS TUF PROTECTION
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ESD Guards
- TUF LANGuard
- Overvoltage Protection
- SafeSlot Core+
- Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- 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
- BIOS FlashBack button
- BIOS FlashBack LED
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Aura RGB header
- Addressable Gen 2 headers
Package Contents1 x AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU
1 x Shin-Etsu X-23-7868-2D (1.8g)
Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas
1 x Rubber Package for M.2
1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
Documentation
1 x TUF Certification card
1 x User guide

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the Ryzen 5 9600X or wait for a higher-tier Ryzen 7000 CPU for this board?

The 9600X delivers 6 cores, 12 threads, a 5.4 GHz max boost and 38 MB cache, giving smooth 100+ FPS in popular titles; the B650 chipset and 12+2 power stages also support faster Ryzen 7000 chips if you need more cores later.

What does the 5.4 GHz boost clock mean once the CPU is installed in this motherboard?

It is the maximum single-core frequency the 9600X can reach under load; the board’s 12+2 teamed power stages, 8+4 ProCool sockets and enlarged VRM heatsinks keep voltage stable so the chip can hold that speed during gaming bursts.

How fast is the M.2 PCIe 5.0 slot compared with the PCIe 4.0 slot on this board?

The primary M.2_1 slot runs at PCIe 5.0 x4 for the fastest consumer SSDs, while M.2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4; both accept 2242, 2260 and 2280 drives.

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