Advance Your Gaming Immersion
ROG Strix B550-A Gaming is PCIe 4.0-ready and provides the latest
connectivity options for supersmooth networking and blisteringly fast file
transfers. Audio enhancements give you a massive advantage, allowing you to pick
up on the subtlest of cues for a completely immersive gaming experience.
PCIe 4.0-Ready
ROG Strix B550-A Gaming features two M.2 slots, one of which supports the
latest PCIe 4.0 standard to provide maximum storage flexibility and the fastest
data speeds available via the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen platform. Both M.2 slots support
up to the type 22110 socket and NVM Express RAID for a performance boost.
Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with speeds that
are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for speedy file
transfers, lag-free gaming, and high-res video streaming.
SupremeFX
Built-in ROG SupremeFX audio technology ensures pristine audio for ROG Strix
B550-A Gaming. Along with ensuring a flat frequency response for a neutral,
detailed sound signature, it offers two front-panel outputs driven by op amps
that deliver high-quality audio to gaming headsets.
AI Noise-Canceling Microphone
AI noise-canceling microphone software is exclusively featured on ROG Strix
motherboards and supports 3.5 mm, USB, or Bluetooth headsets. The utility
leverages a massive deep-learning database to preserve the sound of your voice
while eliminating distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks, and other forms of
environmental noise. And it only places a slight load on the CPU, ensuring
minimal impact on gaming performance.
Sonic Studio III
Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual
surround for VR headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you
deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range
of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit
personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.
SONIC STUDIO LINK
The new Sonic Studio Link allows you to apply Sonic Studio effects on
all playback devices. Simply press the Sonic Studio Link button to enjoy the
effect on any connected device.
SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXER
Mix your voice and video game audio together using this software specifically
designed for streaming applications. A variety of settings and
monitoring.
APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES
Apply customized audio settings to various applications, so that each is
perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.
DTS: Sound Unbound dts
ROG Strix B550 series motherboards are pre-loaded with the DTS Sound Unbound
app that envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of
immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By leveraging
Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual
3D space putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense
the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep or other sound in your
virtual environment.
All-round Performance
ROG Strix B550-A Gaming provides robust power delivery to fuel Ryzen's cores,
comprehensive cooling, and support for faster memory so it has everything you
need to load up your build with high-performance components for playing in the
big leagues.
Cooler by Design
ROG Strix B550 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever,
configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.
CPU Fan Header
A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers for CPU coolers
AIO Pump Fan Header
A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups
M.2 Heatsink
Keeps the M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent
performance and reliability
4-pin PWM/DC Fan Header
All onboard headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans
VRM Heatsink
MOS heatsink provides large contact area for MOSFETs and chokes
Thermal Pad
High-quality thermal pad helps transfer heat from inductor and phase array to
heatsink
ASUS OptiMem II
To provide AMD's latest CPUs unfettered access to memory bandwidth,
motherboard trace routing has been reimagined with the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming.
Integrated OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across
PCB layers to reduce vias, and it also adds shielding zones that significantly
reduce crosstalk. To further enhance overclocking headroom for fully stacked
memory configurations, a highly customized Daisy Chain layout delivers
time-aligned signaling.
Play Your Own Style
The cyberpunk-inspired aesthetics of ROG Strix B550-A Gaming are accentuated
by the bold slashes and cybertext. By pairing your rig with other products from
the diverse ROG ecosystem, you can create a fully customized gaming setup that
reflects your personal style.
UNDENIABLY ROG STRIX
Finished in stunning white and silver, and featuring the redesigned ROG logo
and recessed cybertext markings on its I/O shroud, ROG Strix B550-A Gaming is an
eye-catcher. These new design touches move ROG Strix boldly towards the future,
while clearly reflecting its gaming roots
Pre-mounted I/O shield
Patented I/O shield is finished in sleek matte black and comes pre-mounted to
make it easy to install on the motherboard.
CERTIFIED COMPATIBILITY
ROG Strix motherboards undergo an extensive certification program to ensure
the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. For
a smooth build process, refer to our list of guaranteed-compatible components.
To help with memory upgrades, the list also includes a dedicated Qualified
Vendor list (QVL).
The ROG Strix Ecosystem Awaits
Up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complementary aesthetics, control and
compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and much more! ROG offers
more choices than any other brand.
ROG Gives You More
ROG-exclusive software utilities deliver intuitive audio tuning and gaming
enhancements that allow you to configure your gaming build the way you
want.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure,
tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for
newcomers to PC DIY, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned
veterans.
Advanced Mode
When you're ready for a deeper dive into the configuration of your system,
delve into the UEFI's Advanced mode and take complete control. Each section is
intuitively organized, and a built-in search feature makes it easy to find the
options you need. Advanced functions are coded with the intelligence to adapt to
your settings, and when you're ready to take charge, parameters have the
granularity to dial in performance just the way you want.
EZ Mode
Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents all the vital settings and stats
on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and
one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in
no time.
AI Networking
The proprietary ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help all users
beginners, experts, and everyone in between optimize network settings to ensure
smooth online gameplay. New to this generation, GameFirst VI features
AI-enhanced identification and boost technology to ensure faster and smarter
network optimization
HOW IT WORKS
Identification
GameFirst VI analyzes your usage patterns and the digital signatures of your
applications and compares them to a database of over 200,000 apps. The database
is regularly updated to ensure that apps are recognized.
Boost
GameFirst VI intelligently switches application priority and adjusts
bandwidth accordingly, depending on the situation. When gaming, it accelerates
and prioritizes game packets to give you supersmooth online gameplay even when
you're streaming high-quality video to your audience or transferring large
files.
Visualization
An intuitive graph gives you an overview of the network in real time. Simply
click on the tab to view current bandwidth usage of each application,
geolocation status of each network connection, and an analysis of each WiFi
channel.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized
control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel
of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate lets you easily
customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them
with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. You can
also use Armoury Crate to download the user manual, drivers and software. In
addition, Armoury Crate features a dedicated product registration page as well
as a news feed to help you stay in touch with the gaming community.
Aura Sync
Device configuration
Driver & manual download
Gaming highlights
Account management
RAMCache III
RAMCache lll software turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load
times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options, its
uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire storage device so
that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.
A Smart mode automatically caches all storage devices to maximize system
resources.
A memory check provides a quick overview of the health status of assigned
memory.
