MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI

The MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI, released in October 2022, is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for AMD CPUs with the AM5 socket. It is built on the AMD B650 chipset, offering a robust platform for modern computing needs with a variety of features suitable for both gaming and professional use.

Key specifications include:

Form Factor: Micro-ATX (24.4 x 24.4 cm), ideal for compact builds.
Power Design: Features an 8-phase power delivery system for stable and efficient power to the CPU.

Memory support highlights:

Type: DDR5, supporting speeds up to 7200MHz (PC5-57600).
Slots: Four DIMM slots with dual-channel architecture, supporting up to 192GB of memory.
EXPO: AMD EXPO technology for easy memory overclocking.

Expansion slots:

PCIe Slots:
- One PCIe 4.0 x16 slot for a graphics card.
- One PCIe 4.0 x4 slot.
- One PCIe 3.0 x1 slot.

Storage options:

M.2 Slots: Two M.2 slots supporting PCIe 4.0 and NVMe.
SATA Ports: Four SATA3 ports for additional storage devices.
RAID Support: Both NVMe and SATA RAID configurations for enhanced performance and data redundancy.

Graphics and display outputs:

Ports: HDMI and DisplayPort for versatile display connectivity.

Rear I/O ports:

USB Ports:
- Four USB 3.x Type-A ports (10Gbps)
- Four USB 3.x Type-A ports (5Gbps)
Network:
- Realtek 8125BG chipset for 2.5Gbps wired LAN.
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity.
Audio: Realtek ALC897 codec supporting 7.1 channel audio.

Additional features:

Cooling and Headers:
- Multiple fan headers, including three system fan headers.
- M.2 heatsinks for efficient cooling of storage devices.
- RGB and ARGB headers for customizable lighting.
Internal Connectors: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and USB 3.1 Type-C headers.
Other: TPM header, DrMOS power stages, and UEFI BIOS for easy system management.

The MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI offers a balanced mix of performance, expandability, and advanced features, making it a solid choice for building a versatile and powerful PC.