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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS WIFI AMD motherboard & Ryzen 5 9600X CPU combo
A motherboard and CPU combo with AM5 socket, 14+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages, DDR5 support up to 192GB, PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, three M.2 slots, Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5Gb LAN, and USB 20Gbps Type-C
- CPU Socket TypeAM5
- ChipsetAMD B850
- Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory StandardUp to 8000+MT/s (OC)
- Maximum Memory Supported192GB
- Channel SupportedDual Channel
Motherboard TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS WIFI
- ROG STRIX B850-G Gaming WiFi S
- ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI S
- ROG STRIX B850-I GAMING WIFI
- ROG STRIX B850-F GAMING WIFI
- ROG STRIX B850-E GAMING WIFI
- TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS WIFI
- TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS
- TUF GAMING B850M-E WIFI
- TUF GAMING B850 - PLUS WIFI
- TUF GAMING B850-E WIFI
- TUF GAMING B850-BTF WIFI W
- PRIME B850M-K
- PRIME B850M-A WIFI
- PRIME B850M-A
- PRIME B850-PLUS WIFI
Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.
CPU + Ryzen 5 9600X
- Ready for advanced AI workloads with AM5 socket and B850 chipset
- Stable power delivery via 14+2+1 80A DrMOS stages and 8-layer PCB
- Fast storage with one PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots plus heatsinks
- High-speed networking through Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5Gb Ethernet
- Smooth 100+ FPS gaming from Ryzen 5 9600X with 6 cores and 12 threads
Combo for AM5 builds
This bundle pairs a TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS WIFI motherboard with a Ryzen 5 9600X processor. The board uses the AMD B850 chipset on a micro-ATX layout and is ready for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series CPUs. The included 9600X delivers 6 cores and 12 threads for gaming and multitasking. It suits builders who want a matched platform without separate compatibility checks.
DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 storage and fast I/O
Four 288-pin slots support dual-channel DDR5 up to 192 GB and 8000+ MT/s with EXPO or AEMP profiles. One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one PCIe 5.0 M.2 2280 socket connect current GPUs and the fastest drives. Two additional M.2 slots (2242, 2260, 2280) run at PCIe 4.0 x4. Rear USB includes a 20 Gbps Type-C port, front-panel header adds 10 Gbps Type-C, and 2.5 Gbps LAN plus Wi-Fi 6E handle networking. Four SATA 6 Gb/s ports and RAIDXpert2 support cover mass storage.
Upgrade path from older AM4 or early AM5
The AM5 socket and B850 chipset replace AM4 platforms and earlier 600-series boards, adding DDR5, PCIe 5.0 and USB 20 Gbps in one step. The 14+2+1 80 A DrMOS VRM with 8-layer PCB and dual 8-pin ProCool connectors gives headroom for future 9000, 8000 or 7000 series processors. Move to this combo when you need the bandwidth and memory speed that DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 provide for new GPUs and workloads.
Highlights
- Ready for advanced AI workloads with AM5 socket and B850 chipset
- Stable power delivery via 14+2+1 80A DrMOS stages and 8-layer PCB
- Fast storage with one PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots plus heatsinks
- High-speed networking through Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5Gb Ethernet
- Smooth 100+ FPS gaming from Ryzen 5 9600X with 6 cores and 12 threads
Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Model | TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS WIFI+R5 9600X |
| CPU Socket Type | AM5 |
| Chipset | AMD B850 |
| Number of Memory Slots | 4x288pin (DDR5) |
| Memory Standard | Up to 8000+MT/s (OC) |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 192GB |
| Channel Supported | Dual Channel |
| ECC Supported | Yes |
| Buffer Supported | Un-buffered |
| Memory Feature | Dual channel memory architecture Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) |
| PCI Express 5.0 x16 | AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode) |
| PCI Express 4.0 x16 | AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode) |
| PCI Express x1 | AMD B850 Chipset 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot |
| Serial ATA (SATA) | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 | AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)** AMD B850 Chipset M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) |
| SATA RAID | AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. *RAID 5 Function is only supported by AMD Ryzen 9000 series CPU. |
| Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC1220P |
| Audio Channels | Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback* Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - Audio cover - Unique de-pop circuit * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 |
| Max LAN Speed | 2.5Gbps |
| Wireless LAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 ax |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Back I/O Ports | 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C) 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x Wi-Fi module 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 5 x Audio jacks 1 x BIOS FlashBack button |
| Onboard USB | 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 3 additional USB 2.0 ports |
| Other Connectors | Fan 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 Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Chassis Intrusion header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX |
| Dimensions (W x L) | 9.6" x 9.6" |
| Power Pin | 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors |
| BIOS Feature | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
| Software | ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Creator - Aura Sync - Fan Xpert 4 - Power Saving ASUS DriverHub ASUS GlideX TurboV Core TUF GAMING CPU-Z DTS Audio Processing Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS MyHotkey |
| Windows 11 | Supported |
| Features | ASUS TUF PROTECTION - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS) - ESD Guards - TUF LANGuard - Overvoltage protection - SafeSlot - Stainless-steel back I/O ASUS Q-Design - M.2 Q-Latch - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Q-Antenna - Q-Dashboard - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) 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 - Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Package Contents | 1 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 WiFi Q-Antenna 1 x TUF GAMING sticker 2 x M.2 rubber packages 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD Documentation 1 x Quick start guide |
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Questions about this item
What is the first limit reached during sustained load on the 14+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages?
The 14+2+1 80A DrMOS stages and 8-layer PCB are designed to deliver stable power to the Ryzen 5 9600X, with the VRM heatsink and PCH heatsink managing heat under continuous operation.
How loud or hot does the board get when running all day with Fan Xpert 4 controlling the hybrid fan headers?
Enlarged VRM and M.2 heatsinks plus a PCH heatsink work with Fan Xpert 4 and hybrid fan headers to keep temperatures low and fan noise minimal during extended use.
Which DDR5 memory kit must I already own to reach the 8000+ MT/s overclocked speed on the four 288-pin slots?
A DDR5 kit that supports AMD EXPO or ASUS AEMP profiles is required; the board runs up to 192 GB across four slots in dual-channel mode.
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