AMD B550 AORUS Motherboard with 10+2 Phases Digital Twin Power Design, Enlarged Surface Heatsinks, PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot, Dual PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2 with One Thermal Guard, 2.5GbE LAN, RGB FUSION 2.0, Q-Flash Plus

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Overview

GIGABYTE's AMD B550 AORUS Motherboard is a powerhouse designed to support the latest AMD Ryzen™ processors, ranging from the 5000 series to the 3000 series. It offers a cutting-edge combination of performance, thermal efficiency, and aesthetic appeal, making it a top-notch choice for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts. Let's dive into the finer details to understand what sets this motherboard apart.

Processor Compatibility

The B550 AORUS Motherboard is compatible with:

• AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Processors
• AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series Processors
• AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Processors
• AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series Processors

This broad compatibility ensures that users have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of AMD CPUs, providing optimal performance for various computing needs.

Memory Specifications

• Dual Channel ECC/ Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4 Memory
• 4 DIMM Slots

This configuration allows for substantial memory capacity and enhanced performance, supporting multi-tasking and memory-intensive applications.

Power Design

• 10+2 Phases Digital Twin Power Design
• 50A DrMOS

The advanced 10+2 phases power delivery system ensures that the motherboard delivers stable and efficient power to the CPU, even during peak performance or overclocking scenarios.

Thermal Design

• Enlarged VRM Heatsinks
• Advanced Thermal Design

The strategic placement and size of the VRM heatsinks significantly improve heat dissipation, ensuring that the motherboard remains cool under heavy loads.

Expansion Slots

• Ultra Durable™ PCIe 4.0 Ready x16 Slot
• Dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2 Slots with One Thermal Guard

The PCIe 4.0 slot ensures maximum performance for the latest graphics cards, while the dual NVMe M.2 slots provide ultra-fast data transfer speeds for storage devices.

Audio

• AMP-UP Audio with ALC1200
• Premium Capacitors

High-definition audio ensures immersive sound quality for gaming and media consumption, complemented by high-end capacitors for enhanced audio fidelity.

Networking

• Blazing Fast 2.5GbE LAN
• Bandwidth Management Features

The 2.5GbE LAN provides a significant boost in network performance, ideal for gaming and large data transfers. Bandwidth management ensures optimal network efficiency.

Display Options

• DisplayPort
• HDMI

The inclusion of both DisplayPort and HDMI outputs provides versatility for multiple display setups, ensuring clear and sharp visuals.

RGB Lighting

• RGB FUSION 2.0
• Supports Addressable LED & RGB LED Strips

RGB FUSION 2.0 allows for dynamic lighting customization. Users can synchronize their lighting setup with other RGB-enabled devices for a comprehensive aesthetic experience.

Cooling System

• Smart Fan 5
• Multiple Temperature Sensors
• Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP

Smart Fan 5 technology ensures that the system remains cool and quiet. Multiple temperature sensors and hybrid fan headers provide optimal cooling management.

Ease of Use

• Q-Flash Plus
• Pre-installed IO Shield

Q-Flash Plus allows users to update the BIOS without installing the CPU, memory, or graphics card. The pre-installed IO shield simplifies the installation process.

Specifications

General

• Form Factor: ATX
• Chipset: B550
• CPU Socket: AM4
• Memory Type: DDR4

Memory

• Number of Memory Slots: 4
• Memory Standard: DDR4 5200(O.C)
• Maximum Memory Supported: 128GB

Expansion Slots

• PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1
• PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1
• PCI Express 3.0 x1: 3
• M.2 Slots: 2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4

Storage Interface

• SATA 6Gb/s: 4

Network

• LAN Chipset: Realtek 2.5GbE LAN
• LAN Speed: 2.5Gbps

Audio

• Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1200
• Audio Channels: 7.1

USB

• USB 3.2 Gen 2: 1 x USB Type-C, 1 x USB Type-A
• USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4
• USB 2.0/1.1: 6

Display

• Multi-Graphics Support: CrossFire
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