All stock codes associated to this product
PRIMEB450MA, PRIME B450M-A, II32022, 4718017075657
Asus Prime B450M-A Motherboard
Features
- Fan Xpert 2+: Flexible controls for ultimate cooling and silence, plus
GPU-temperature sensing for cooler gaming
- Ultrafast connectivity: Supreme flexibility with USB 3.1 Gen 2 and native
M.2
- ASUS Aura Sync header: Onboard connector for RGB LED strips, easily synced
with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura Sync-capable hardware
- 5X Protection III: Multiple hardware safeguards for all-around system
protection
PRIME B450M-A AMD AM4 mATX motherboard with Aura Sync RGB header,
DDR4 3200MHz, M.2, HDMI 2.0b, SATA 6Gbps and USB 3.1 Gen 2
ASUS Prime B450 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation needed for
your first build, plus flexibility to grow with your ambitions. We've melded all
the good stuff that's packed into AMD Ryzen processors with essential ASUS
design and engineering, so you benefit from industry-leading technologies
including automated system tuning, comprehensive cooling controls, and immersive
onboard audio. When you build with an ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboard, you
build smart, easy and affordably.
Tune it your way
EPU
All-round energy efficiency
With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy system-wide power savings.
The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with
Away mode.
Fan Xpert 2+
Flexible cooling controls
Prime B450 Series motherboards offer comprehensive control over system fans,
via the included Fan Expert 2+ software. Auto-Tuning mode intelligently
configures all parameters with a single click.
Cooler by design
Prime B450 Series features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever,
configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS.
Multiple temperature sources
Each header can be set to monitor and react to up to three thermal sensors.
Via Fan Xpert, you can also assign a sensor to monitor the temperature of
supported ASUS graphics cards to ensure optimal cooling during GPU- or
CPU-intensive workloads.
4-pin PWM/DC fan
Each onboard CHA FAN header supports PWM and DC mode.
Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The UEFI BIOS is an early waypoint on any PC-building journey, and Prime B450
Series has one of the best in the business.
Q-Fan Control
Can configure the fan's operating speed manually, or use the easy
pre-configured fan profiles to select Standard, Silent, Turbo or Full Speed
modes, plus automatic switch to full speed if the temperature hits 75°C.
Search Function
When you're ready for a deeper dive, Advanced mode enables full control over
every aspect of the motherboard — with a built-in Search function to find the
setting you need in the blink of an eye.
EZ mode
- Intuitive graphical fan control - Fine-tune individual fans simply by
dragging a curve with the mouse.
- SATA Information: - Display SATA port details that help you easily
recognize drives.
- Fast Clock Adjustment: - Use mouse controls to change the time and
date.
Advanced mode
- My Favorites - Quickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the
list.
- User Profile - Save BIOS settings for migration to new BIOS version or
system.
- SATA Port Renaming: - Rename SATA ports for easy identification.
Ultrafast connectivity
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A
Ultimate-speed 10Gbps with USB 3.1 Gen 2 onboard
With backward-compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-Aâ„¢, you'll experience ultimate
connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps — twice
as fast as standard USB 3.1 Gen 1.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 front-panel connector
Future-proof connectivity
USB 3.1 Gen 1 is right where you need it, with two super-speed headers for
the front panel. Experience data-transfer speeds up to 10X faster than USB 2.0
with instant plug-and-play connectivity, and avoid back-breaking contortions in
the hunt for hard-to-reach rear ports.
M.2
Speed up with onboard M.2
With x4 PCI Express® 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbps
data-transfer speeds. It's the perfect choice for an operating system or
application drive, providing fast access to data.
Reliable stability and compatibility
Built to Last
ASUS is the world's leading motherboard brand. Our motherboards are
extensively tested for compatibility with more than 1,000 components and
devices, and each new model undergoes a minimum of 8,000 hours of strict
validation — offering the peace of mind of knowing that your ASUS motherboard is
fit for all environments and applications. Choosing ASUS is an assurance of
trouble-free DIY experiences.
5X Protection III
Hardware safeguards to ensure long-term durability.
520+ DDR4 compatibility
Industry-leading DDR4 memory compatibility for best flexibility and
reassurance.
1000+ compatible devices
Compatibility with a range of CPUs, memory modules, graphics cards and more.
8000+ validation hours
Extensive testing with latest components for enhanced reliability,
compatibility and safety.
Prime B450 Series motherboards are engineered with industry-leading 5X
Protection III, employing the finest components, excellent circuit design and
exacting standards to guarantee the quality and long-term durability of your
investment. That means exceptional protection and stability for your build
thanks to decades of engineering experience from the world's leading motherboard
brand.
SafeSlot Core
Fortified PCIe slot prevents damage
SafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe® slot. Featuring a fortified design
that's anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, Safeslot Core provides
1.6X-stronger retention and 1.3X-greater shearing resistance than standard
expansion slots.
Our Prime B450 Series motherboards also have strengthened solder points
around both the PCIe and DIMM pins.
LANGuard
Pumped-up throughput, 2.5X-higher surge tolerance
ASUS LANGuard is hardware-level networking protection that employs
signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to
ensure a more reliable connection and better throughput.
Overvoltage Protection
World-class circuit-protecting power design
An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators protects your
motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable
or inferior power supplies.
DIGI+ VRM
Precision control for stable power
ASUS-exclusive DIGI+ VRM intelligently delivers power to the processor based
on real-time demands, reducing energy waste and improving system stability.
DRAM Overcurrent Protection
Short-circuit damage prevention
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This
extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM ? so it provides a safeguard to protect the
lifespan of your system and connected devices.
Stainless-steel back I/O panel
3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium
oxide assure a lifespan that's 3X longer than ordinary panels.
ESD Guards
Electrostatic discharge protection
ASUS ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from
electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10kV of air
discharge and +/- 6kV of contact discharge.
1000+
Compatible devices and components
The superior compatibility of Prime 300 Series is evidenced by our extensive
list of supported devices — which includes thousands of compatible components —
and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) that identifies memory compatibility. It all
adds up to more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.
8000+
VALIDATION HOURS
ASUS motherboards offer superb endurance. We verify this by subjecting every
board to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests. A barrage of burn-in,
environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests confirm that our
motherboards are exceptionally robust. It also shows that ASUS reliability
surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to
function flawlessly in any environment.
Temperature and humidity tests
Ensures components withstand extreme conditions.
Thermal measurement tests
Ensures that the system remains cool and stable under the heaviest loads.
Insertion tests
Every port and connector is put through repeated installation cycles.
Aging tests
Up to 48-hour aging test ensures reliability.
Power-consumption tests
Delivers world-class energy efficiency
Temperature and DC margin tests
Ensures that the motherboard is capable of coping with voltages fluctuations
caused by varying temperatures.
Thermal-shock tests
Ensures ability to survive temperature changes during transportation.
Non-operation shock tests
Built to withstand jolts that may occur during shipping.
Burn-in tests
Every component is checked to ensure flawless operation.
Installation tests
Connector placement is double-checked to ensure hassle-free installation.
Drop tests
Drop tests from various heights ensure durability.
Salt and spray tests
Tested for I/O reliability, prolonged lifespan and rust-resistance.
Upgrade to unrivalled audio
Outstanding audio
Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything
you've ever experienced!
- Audio shielding - Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly
reducing multi-lateral interference.
- Separate layer for left and right tracks - Ensures minimal crosstalk
between audio paths.
- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors - Premium parts provide an
immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.
Visual beauty, virtual worlds
Aura Sync
Outshine the competition
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura Sync
offers full lighting connected via the motherboard's RGB header, with a variety
of functional presets for external LED strips.* And it can all be synced with an
ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.
* The Aura RGB-strip header supports 5050 RGB LED strips with a max power
rating of 3A (12V). For maximum brightness, strip length should not exceed
3m.
LED
strips and Aura Sync-compatible devices are sold separately.
- Static
- Breathing
- Strobing
- Rainbow
- Color cycle
- Comet
- Flash & dash
- Wave
- Glowing Yo Yo
- Starry night
- Music effect
- CPU temperature
Brighten Up Your Build
LED-illuminated control for PCIe slot and trace paths
Built-in LED lighting options illuminate your build in a variety of
eye-catching styles.
Beyond VR ready
Complete your immersion
Prime B450 series isn't just VR ready — it goes way beyond. The ASUS Beyond
VR Ready marque means that Prime 300 series has been tested with loads of
class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming and
entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance. ASUS Beyond VR Ready
opens up a new way to configure and build your dream system with total
confidence.
AM4 socket for AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation / Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ VEGA
Graphics / Ryzenâ„¢ 1st Generation Processors
The high-performance Ryzenâ„¢ processor supports up to eight cores, and is
based on the innovative Zen core architecture. Integrated Graphics in the AMD
Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics. AMD AM4-socket processors feature
dual-channel DDR4 memory, native 5Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 1 and 16 PCI Express® 3.0/2.0
lanes for superb performance.
AMD B450 chipset
The AMD B450 chipset delivers high performance and flexibility with the
latest AMD® AM4-socket Ryzen™ processors. It offers AMD StoreMI storage
acceleration technology and provides two 10Gbps USB 3.1 ports, two USB 3.0
ports, and four 6Gbps SATA ports for faster data retrieval.
Specifications
CPU |
AMD AM4 Socket AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation/Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega
Graphics/Ryzenâ„¢ 1st Generation Processors |
Chipset |
AMD B450 |
Memory |
AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation/ Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics/ Ryzenâ„¢
1st Generation Processors |
|
-4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4
3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory
|
|
-Dual Channel Memory Architecture |
|
-ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. |
Graphic |
Integrated in the AMD Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics Processors
|
|
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI-D/D-Sub ports |
|
- Supports HDMI 2.0b with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 60
Hz |
|
- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60
Hz |
|
- Supports D-sub with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60
Hz |
|
Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB (for iGPU
exclusively) |
Expansion Slots |
AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation/ Ryzenâ„¢ 1st Generation
Processors |
|
-1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode) |
|
AMD Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics Processor |
|
-1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x8 mode) |
|
AMD B450 chipset |
|
-2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 |
Storage |
AMD B450 chipset : |
|
-4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), |
|
-Support Raid 0, 1, 10 |
|
AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation/ Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics/ Ryzenâ„¢
1st Generation Processors : |
|
-2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), |
|
-Support Raid 0, 1, 10 |
|
AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation/ Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics/ Ryzenâ„¢
1st Generation Processors : |
|
-1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage
devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)*1 |
LAN |
Realtek® RTL8111H, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s) |
Audio |
Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
|
|
Audio Feature : |
|
- LED-illuminated design - Brighten up your build with the gorgeous
illuminated audio trace path. |
|
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and
greatly reduced multi-lateral interference |
|
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right
channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio
signals |
|
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and
immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity |
USB Ports |
AMD Ryzenâ„¢ 2nd Generation/ Ryzenâ„¢ with Radeonâ„¢ Vega Graphics/ Ryzenâ„¢
1st Generation : |
|
-4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue) |
|
AMD B450 chipset : |
|
-2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, ) |
|
AMD B450 chipset : |
|
-2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at mid-board) |
|
AMD B450 chipset : |
|
-4 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (4 at mid-board) |
Special Features |
ASUS 5X Protection III : |
|
- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents
damage |
|
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and
static-electricity discharges! |
|
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power
design |
|
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater
durability! |
|
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 6 Phase digital power design |
|
ASUS Exclusive Features : |
|
- AI Suite 3 |
|
- Ai Charger |
|
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution : |
|
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution |
|
- ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ |
|
ASUS EZ DIY : |
|
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 |
|
- ASUS EZ Flash 3 |
|
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode |
|
- Multi-language BIOS |
|
ASUS Q-Design : |
|
- ASUS Q-Slot |
|
- ASUS Q-DIMM |
Back I/O Ports |
1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple) |
|
1 x PS/2 mouse (green) |
|
1 x DVI-D |
|
1 x D-Sub |
|
1 x HDMI |
|
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) |
|
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 |
|
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 , |
|
3 x Audio jack(s) |
Internal I/O Ports |
1 x Aura RGB Strip Header |
|
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB
3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (19-pin) |
|
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0
port(s) |
|
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
|
1 x TPM connector(s) |
|
1 x COM port(s) connector(s) |
|
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) |
|
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin) |
|
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4 -pin) |
|
1 x S/PDIF out header(s) |
|
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) |
|
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) |
|
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) |
|
1 x System panel(s) |
|
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) |
|
1 x Speaker connector |
Accessories |
User's manual |
|
I/O Shield |
|
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) |
|
1 x M.2 Screw Package |
|
1 x Supporting DVD |
BIOS |
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1,
Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F3 My
Favorite, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial
Presence Detect) memory information, F6 Qfan Control |
Operating System |
Windows® 10 64-bit |
Form Factor |
mATX Form Factor |
|
9.6 inch x 9.5 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24 cm ) |
Note |
The M.2 Socket shares bandwidth with the SATA_5/6 ports, and therefore
the SATA_5/6 ports cannot be used when an M.2 device is
installed. |