ASUS Prime B650-PLUS WiFi AMD B650 AM5 Ryzen ATX Motherboard

The ASUS PRIME B650-PLUS WIFI is an ATX motherboard built for desktop builders who plan to run AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, or 7000 series processors on the AM5 socket. It brings together up-to-date connectivity, solid power delivery, and straightforward tuning tools so you can assemble a system that feels current today and ready for upgrades tomorrow.

Memory support extends to 192 GB of DDR5 and accepts EXPO profiles, letting you push compatible modules to their rated speeds with a few clicks. For storage, two M.2 slots sit alongside four SATA 6 Gb s ports. One of those M.2 slots connects through a PCIe 5.0 x4 link, giving next-generation solid-state drives the bandwidth they need, while the second M.2 slot works on PCIe 4.0 for proven NVMe options.

Graphics cards and add-in boards find room through PCIe 4.0 expansion, and thermal performance stays in check thanks to sizeable VRM and M.2 heatsinks with hybrid fan headers that adapt cooling curves to your workload. If you like to refresh firmware without opening the case, BIOS FlashBack lets you update the board even when the CPU or memory is not installed.

Connectivity covers both wired and wireless needs. Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet provides low-latency networking for competitive gaming or large file transfers, while integrated Wi-Fi 6E taps into the less-crowded 6 GHz band for cleaner wireless signals when paired with a compatible router. On the rear I/O, a 10 Gb s USB Type-C port sits next to a mix of USB 5 Gb s and USB 2.0 connectors, and a front-panel header supports an additional 10 Gb s Type-C port. Builders who want high-bandwidth peripherals will appreciate the Thunderbolt 4 header that pairs with an optional add-in card.

Whether you are piecing together a gaming rig, a content-creation workstation, or a general-purpose home PC that stays useful for years, this motherboard offers a balanced platform with room to grow.

• AM5 socket accepts Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series desktop processors
• Supports up to 192 GB of DDR5 with EXPO profile tuning
• Two M.2 slots, including one that runs on PCIe 5.0 x4, plus four SATA 6 Gb s ports
• Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet and integrated Wi-Fi 6E for fast wired and wireless connections
• Rear 10 Gb s USB Type-C port, additional USB 5 Gb s and USB 2.0 ports, and a Thunderbolt 4 header
• BIOS FlashBack enables firmware updates without CPU or memory installed
• VRM and M.2 heatsinks with hybrid fan headers help manage temperatures under load