ASUS ROG Strix B550-F ATX Gaming Motherboard - ROGSTRIXB550FGAMINGW

ROG Strix B550 Gaming series motherboards offer a feature-set usually found in the higher-end ROG Strix X570 Gaming series; including the latest PCIe 4.0. With robust power delivery and effective cooling; ROG Strix B550 Gaming is well-equipped to handle 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs. Boasting futuristic aesthetics and intuitive ROG software; ROG Strix B550-F Gaming (Wi-Fi) gives you a head start on your dream build.

PCIe 4.0-Ready

ROG Strix B550-F Gaming (Wi-Fi) 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.

Networking

WiFi 6 (802.11 ax)

Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet

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.

Cooler by Design

ROG Strix B550 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever; configurable via Fan Expert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.

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.

Undeniably Rog Strix

ROG Strix B550-F Gaming (Wi-Fi) embodies the ROG spirit with eye-catching aesthetics; including the next-generation distorted ROG eye logo and recessed cybertext patterning etched on the I/O shroud. These new designs move ROG Strix boldly into the future; while clearly reflecting the series' gaming roots.

Q-LEDs

Four onboard LEDs indicate power status; and any problem with the CPU; memory; graphics card or boot device for quick diagnosis.

BIOS FlashBack

Users can place a BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB drive and simply plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port and press a button to update the (UEFI) BIOS. Updates can be made even if memory or CPU aren't present.

Product Features:

• AMD AM4 Socket and PCIe 4. 0 - The perfect pairing for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs
• Robust Power Design - 12+2 DrMOS power stages with high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to provide reliable power for the latest high-core-count AMD CPUs
• Optimized Thermal Solution - Fanless VRM and chipset heatsinks with ASUS Stack Cool 3+ design keep your system running reliably under heavy load by enhancing passive cooling capacity for critical onboard components. Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160

Specifications:

• CPU: AMD AM4 Socket for AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors
• Chipset: AMD B550
• Memory:
• AMD Ryzen 4000 G-Series Processors
• 4 x DIMM; Max. 128GB; DDR4 5100(O.C)/4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Memory
• 4 x DIMM; Max. 128GB; DDR4 4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory
• OptiMem II
• Dual Channel Memory Architecture
• ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU
• Graphic:
• 1 x HDMI 2.1(4K@60HZ)
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.2
• Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types
• Integrated Graphics Processor
• Multi-GPU Support: Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology
• Expansion Slots:
• AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors
• AMD B550 Chipset
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode)
• 3 x PCIe 3.0 x1
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode)
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 mode)
• Storage:
• AMD Ryzen 4000 G-Series Processors
• AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors
• 1 x M.2_2 socket 3; with M key; type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
• Total supports 2 x M.2 slot(s) and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• 1 x M.2_1 socket 3; with M key; type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• AMD B550 Chipset
• 1 x M.2_1 socket 3; with M key; type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
• 6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
• Support Raid 0; 1; 10
• LAN:
• Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet
• ASUS LANGuard
• Wireless Data Network:
• 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) support 1024QAM/OFDMA/MU-MIMO
• Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
• Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160
• Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200
• Bluetooth:
• Bluetooth v5.1
• BT 5.1 function will be ready in Windows 10 build 19041 or later
• Audio:
• Audio Shielding
• Premium Japanese audio capacitors
• Audio Cover
• ROG SupremeFX7.1-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
• Optical S/PDIF in port(s) at back panel
• Dual OP Amplifiers
• Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
• Supports: Jack-detection; Multi-streaming; Front Panel Jack-retasking
• High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input
• Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback
• Audio Feature: Supreme Shielding Technology
• Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth; 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio
• USB Ports:
• Front USB Port (Total 6 )
• Rear USB Port (Total 8 )
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(4 x Type-A)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(1 x Type-A +1 x USB Type-C)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
• 2 x USB 2.0 port(s)
• 4 x USB 2.0 port(s)
• Software Features:
• ROG Exclusive Software
• RAMCache III
• ROG CPU-Z
• GameFirst VI
• Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
• Sonic Radar III
• DTS Sound Unbound
• Overwolf
• Anti-virus software
• ASUS Exclusive Software Features
• Armoury Crate
• Aura Creator
• Aura Sync
• AI Noise Cancelling Microphone
• AI Suite 3: PPSU
• EPU
• DIGI+ VRM
• Fan Expert 4
• TurboV EVO: EZ update
• WinRAR
• UEFI BIOS
• ASUS EZ DIY
• ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
• ASUS EZ Flash 3
• ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
• ASUS Special Features:
• Aura Sync
• Standard RGB header(s)
• Addressable Gen 2 RGB header(s)
• ASUS Q-Design
• ASUS Q-DIMM
• ASUS Q-LED (DRAM [yellow];CPU [red]; VGA [white]; Boot Device [yellow green)
• ASUS Q-Slot
• ASUS Thermal Solution: Aluminum M.2 heatsink
• ASUS EZ DIY
• BIOS FlashBack button
• BIOS FlashBack LED
• Clear CMOS header
• ProCool
• Pre-mounted I/O shield
• SafeSlot
• Back I/O Ports:
• 1 x BIOS FlashBack Button(s)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (1 x Type-A+1 x USB Type-C)
• 1 x Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 1 x HDMI
• 2 x USB 2.0
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF out
• ASUS Wi-Fi module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v5.0)
• 5 x Audio jack(s)
• Internal I/O Ports:
• 1 x AAFP connector
• 1 x M.2 Socket 1 with M key; type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• 1 x M.2 Socket 2 with M key; type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
• 1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
• 1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
• 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
• 3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
• 1 x AIO_PUMP connector
• 2 x Aura RGB Strip Header(s)
• 1 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
• 2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
• 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
• 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
• 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
• 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
• 1 x System panel(s)
• 1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
• BIOS: 256 Mb Flash ROM; UEFI AMI BIOS
• Manageability: WOL by PME; PXE
• Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit
• Note:
• Share bandwidth with PCIe3.0 x1_1; PCIe3.0 x1_2; PCIe3.0 x1_3
• When the M.2_2 Socket 3 is populated; SATA6G_5/6 ports will be disabled
• Form Factor:
• ATX Form Factor
• 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )