ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI W AM5 DDR5 ATX Motherboard - White

Build a powerful AM5 system with this ASUS B650 ATX motherboard. Featuring DDR5, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 6E, three M.2 slots and 2.5Gb Ethernet, it delivers strong performance, modern connectivity and reliable cooling for gaming and everyday PC builds.

£149.99 £124.99
SKU
600-919-884
In stock

Features

General

SKU 600-919-884

Features

Brand Asus
Motherboard Chipset B650 Chipset (Ryzen AM5)
CPU Socket Type AM5
Key Features

AM5 socket supporting AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series CPUs

DDR5 memory support for improved performance

PCIe 5.0 ready for next-generation GPUs and SSDs

Three M.2 slots including PCIe 5.0 support

WiFi 6E for fast and reliable wireless connectivity

Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet for high-speed networking

USB 10Gbps Type-A and Type-C connectivity

Comprehensive cooling with VRM and M.2 heatsinks

DIY-friendly features including BIOS FlashBack and Q-LED

Aura Sync RGB lighting with Gen 2 headers

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Description

ASUS B650 ATX Motherboard – AM5 DDR5 PCIe 5.0 Ready Platform

The ASUS B650 ATX motherboard is designed to deliver reliable performance, modern connectivity and user-friendly features for gaming and everyday PC builds. Built for the AMD AM5 platform, it supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series processors, making it a versatile and future-ready foundation for your system.

With support for DDR5 memory, this motherboard enables faster data transfer rates, improved efficiency and enhanced system responsiveness compared to previous generations. PCIe 5.0 readiness ensures compatibility with next-generation graphics cards and high-speed storage devices, helping your system stay current with evolving hardware technologies.

Storage options are flexible and high-performance, featuring three M.2 slots including a PCIe 5.0-ready slot for ultra-fast NVMe SSDs. Integrated heatsinks for the VRM, M.2 and chipset help maintain optimal temperatures, ensuring stable performance during demanding workloads and extended gaming sessions.

Connectivity is a major highlight, with integrated WiFi 6E delivering fast and reliable wireless networking with reduced latency. Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet provides high-speed wired connectivity, ideal for gaming, streaming and large file transfers. A wide range of USB ports, including 10Gbps Type-A and Type-C connections, ensures compatibility with modern peripherals.

The motherboard also includes both DisplayPort and HDMI outputs, providing flexible display options for systems using integrated graphics. Front-panel USB Type-C support adds further convenience for modern PC cases and accessories.

Designed with ease of use in mind, the board features ASUS DIY-friendly technologies such as BIOS FlashBack, Q-Antenna and Q-LED Core, simplifying installation, troubleshooting and upgrades. The pre-mounted I/O shield further streamlines the building process.

Cooling is enhanced with hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+, allowing precise control over system temperatures and noise levels. This ensures efficient thermal management across a wide range of system configurations.

For customisation, Aura Sync RGB lighting provides full control over lighting effects, with multiple addressable Gen 2 headers to create a personalised build aesthetic.

Combining performance, connectivity and user-friendly features, the ASUS B650 ATX motherboard is an excellent choice for building a dependable and future-ready AM5 system.

Specification

Model
B650E MAX GAMING WIFI W

CPU
AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
* Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.

Chipset
AMD B650 Chipset

Memory
4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5 Supports up to 8000+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM*
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™)
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)
* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/. Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

Graphics
1 x DisplayPort**
1 x HDMI™ port***  
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications.
** Supports max. 8K@30Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
*** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.

Expansion Slots
AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)**
AMD B650 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (support x4 mode)
2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (support x1 mode)***
* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).
** Specifications vary by CPU types.
*** The PCIEX16(G3)_1/2 share bandwidth with SATA6G_1/2. The SATA6G_1/2 will be disabled when The PCIEX16(G3)_1 or PCIEX16(G3)_2 runs.
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported

Storage
Supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)*
AMD B650 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x2 mode)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
* Specifications vary by CPU types.
AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology
Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10
Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1
Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10

Ethernet
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard

Wireless & Bluetooth
Wi-Fi 6E
2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*
Bluetooth® v5.3**
* WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries, supported only in Windows 11 or later.
** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.

USB
Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
4 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 9 ports)
1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support 6 additional USB 2.0 ports
* USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A

Audio
Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
* A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.

Back Panel I/O Ports
1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
3 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button

Internal I/O Connectors
Fan and Cooling Related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
1 x 4-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
Storage Related
3 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support 6 additional USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin)
1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

Special Features
ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- DIGI+ VRM
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- Q-Antenna
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED Core
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- Flexible M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeSlot
Aura Sync
- Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers

Software Features
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Creator
- Aura Sync
- Fan Xpert 2+
- Power Saving
- Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
AI Suite 3
- TurboV EVO
- DIGI+ VRM
- PC Cleaner
ASUS Driver Hub
ASUS CPU-Z
Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial)
WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode

BIOS
256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Manageability
WOL by PME, PXE

Accessories
Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
1 x M.2 rubber package
3 x Screw packages for M.2 SSD
Documentation
1 x Quick start guide

Operating System
Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )

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