Name: PRIME B450-PLUS - AMD - Socket AM4 - AMD Athlon - AMD Ryzen 3 - 2nd Generation AMD Ryzen™ 3 - AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen - AMD Ryzen 5 - 2nd... - DDR4-SDRAM - DIMM - 2133,2400,2666,2800,3000,3200 MHz
Brand: Asus
SKU: 90MB0YN0-M0EAY0
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)

Question 1

Which AMD processors are compatible with the ASUS PRIME B450-PLUS motherboard?

Accepted Answer

The PRIME B450-PLUS supports AMD Socket AM4 CPUs including Athlon, Ryzen™ 3/5/7 1st, 2nd and 3rd Generation processors (with BIOS update), providing broad compatibility for desktop builds.

Question 2

What is the maximum memory capacity and supported RAM speeds?

Accepted Answer

This board features four DIMM slots for up to 64 GB DDR4-SDRAM, supporting JEDEC speeds of 2133, 2400 and 2666 MHz, plus overclocked profiles up to 2800, 3000 and 3200 MHz (OC).

Question 3

How many M.2 and SATA storage devices can I install?

Accepted Answer

The PRIME B450-PLUS includes one PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slot and six SATA 6 Gb/s ports, allowing installation of high-speed NVMe SSDs and multiple SATA HDDs or SSDs simultaneously.

Question 4

What expansion slots are available for graphics cards and add-on cards?

Accepted Answer

You get one PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlot for a primary GPU, one PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode), and two PCIe 2.0 x1 slots for additional cards such as network adapters or capture cards.

Question 5

Which USB ports and headers does the motherboard offer?

Accepted Answer

Rear I/O provides four USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports and two USB 2.0 ports; internal headers include one USB 3.1 Gen 1 and two USB 2.0 connectors for front-panel expansion.

Question 6

What networking features are included?

Accepted Answer

An integrated Realtek® RTL8111H Gigabit LAN controller delivers reliable wired connectivity with network-level protection and ASUS LANGuard surge-protection technology.

Question 7

What audio solution does the PRIME B450-PLUS use?

Accepted Answer

The onboard Realtek® ALC887 codec provides 7.1-channel high-definition audio with dedicated shielding, audio-grade capacitors and separate layers to ensure crystal-clear sound output.

Question 8

Does this motherboard support CPU and memory overclocking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The ASUS 5-Way Optimization utility offers automated overclocking and cooling profiles, while the UEFI BIOS provides manual adjustments for CPU multiplier, DRAM timings and voltages.

Question 9

What BIOS features enhance system stability and updates?

Accepted Answer

The UEFI BIOS includes EZ Mode for intuitive settings, Advanced Mode for expert tuning, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 for recovery and BIOS FlashBack™ for easy USB-based firmware updates.

Question 10

What is the form factor and dimensions of the PRIME B450-PLUS?

Accepted Answer

This motherboard adheres to the ATX form factor, measuring 305 mm × 244 mm, fitting standard ATX cases and offering ample room for cooling and expansion.

Question 11

How many power phases does the VRM design feature?

Accepted Answer

The robust 6+2 DrMOS power stage VRM delivers clean, stable power to the CPU for reliable performance under heavy loads and safe overclocking headroom.

Question 12

Can I create a multi-GPU setup with this motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The second PCIe x16 slot supports AMD CrossFire™ technology, enabling dual-GPU configurations for enhanced graphics performance in compatible applications.

Question 13

Is RGB lighting supported on the PRIME B450-PLUS?

Accepted Answer

While there are no onboard RGB LEDs, the board includes one 4-pin RGB header for synchronization with ASUS Aura Sync-compatible strips and peripherals.

Question 14

Which operating systems are supported?

Accepted Answer

The ASUS PRIME B450-PLUS fully supports Windows® 10 64-bit. Linux® support is available for most distributions, subject to driver availability from AMD and ASUS.

Question 15

What diagnostic and protection features are included?

Accepted Answer

Onboard Q-LED indicators display CPU, DRAM, VGA and boot-device status. ASUS SafeSlot reinforces PCIe slots and LANGuard/E.S.P. Guard protect against electrical damage.

Question 16

What warranty coverage is provided with the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

ASUS backs the PRIME B450-PLUS with a three-year standard warranty* covering defects in materials and workmanship, plus 24/7 technical support for troubleshooting.

	90MB0YN0-M0EAY0	90SW00U0-M0EAY0	90MB1440-M0EAY0	90MB1160-M0EAY0	90MB1620-M0EAY0
Product Type	Motherboard	Motherboard	Motherboard	Motherboard	Motherboard
Chipset	Intel Z790	Intel Z790	AMD X670	Intel Z790	Intel Z790
CPU Socket	LGA 1700	LGA 1700	AM5	LGA 1700	LGA 1700
CPU Generation	Intel Core i9	Intel Core i9	AMD Ryzen 9	Intel Core i7	Intel Core i7
Supported CPUs	13th Gen Intel	14th Gen Intel	Ryzen 7000 Series	14th Gen Intel	13th Gen Intel
Memory Type	DDR5	DDR5	DDR5	DDR5	DDR5
Max Memory Capacity	128 GB	128 GB	128 GB	128 GB	128 GB
Memory Channels	Dual	Quad	Dual	Dual	Dual
Memory Slots	4 DIMM	4 DIMM	4 DIMM	4 DIMM	4 DIMM
Form Factor	ATX	ATX	ATX	ATX	ATX
Use Case	Gaming	Workstation	Gaming	Gaming	Gaming
Expansion Slots	PCIe x16	PCIe x16	PCIe x16	PCIe x16	PCIe x16
PCIe Version	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
M.2 Slots	3	3	2	2	3
SATA Ports	6	6	6	6	6
RAID Support	RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10	RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10	RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10	RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10	RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10
Onboard Graphics Support	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Multi-GPU Support	NVIDIA SLI	NVIDIA SLI	NVIDIA SLI	NVIDIA SLI	Not Supported
USB Ports (Rear)	USB 3.2 Gen 2	USB 3.2 Gen 2 / USB Type-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2x2	USB 3.2 Gen 2	USB 3.2 Gen 2
Internal USB Headers	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAN Chipset	Intel I219-V	Intel I219-V	Realtek RTL8125	Intel I219-V	Intel I219-V
LAN Speed	2.5GbE	2.5GbE	2.5GbE	1GbE	2.5GbE
Wi-Fi Support	WiFi 6	WiFi 6	WiFi 6	WiFi 6	WiFi 6E
Multi-Processor Support	Single-Socket	Single-Socket	Single-Socket	Single-Socket	Single-Socket
ECC Support	No	Yes	No	No	No
Redundant Power Support	No	No	N/A	No	No
Remote Management	No	No	No	No	No
Bluetooth	5.2	5.2	5.2	5.2	5.2
Audio Chipset	Realtek ALC1220	Realtek ALC1220	Realtek ALC1220	Realtek ALC1220	Realtek ALC1220
Power Phases	14+2	16+1	16+1	12+1	14+2
VRM Heatsinks	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIOS Type	UEFI	UEFI	UEFI	UEFI	UEFI
Dual BIOS	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
RGB Support	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Thunderbolt Support	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear I/O Ports	1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB 2.0, 1x RJ45 LAN, Audio jacks	1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x RJ-45, 3 x audio jacks	1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort, 2x USB Type-C, 4x USB 3.2, 1x RJ45, 1x Audio jacks	HDMI, DisplayPort, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4x USB 2.0, 1x LAN port, Audio jacks	HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Type-A, USB Type-C, Audio Jacks, RJ45
Accessories Included	SATA cables, M.2 screws, IO shield, Wi-Fi antenna, manual	SATA cables, M.2 screws, IO shield, Wi-Fi antenna, manual	SATA cables, M.2 screws, IO shield, Wi-Fi antenna, manual	IO shield, SATA cables, M.2 screws, Wi-Fi antenna, manual	SATA cables, M.2 screws, IO shield, Wi-Fi antenna, manual
Product Name	90MB0YN0-M0EAY0 High Performance Gaming Motherboard	90SW00U0-M0EAY0 Workstation Motherboard	90MB1440-M0EAY0	90MB1160-M0EAY0	90MB1620-M0EAY0 Advanced Gaming Motherboard
Height	12 inches	9.6 inches	9.6 inches	1.5 inches	9.6 inches
Width	9.6 inches	12 inches	12 inches	9.6 inches	12 inches
Depth	1.5 inches	1.5 inches	10 inches	12 inches	1.6 inches
Weight	3 lbs	3 lbs	4 lbs	4 lbs	3.5 lbs

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Questions & Answers

Which AMD processors are compatible with the ASUS PRIME B450-PLUS motherboard?

What is the maximum memory capacity and supported RAM speeds?

How many M.2 and SATA storage devices can I install?

What expansion slots are available for graphics cards and add-on cards?

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