UK manufacturer specification · PRIME B550M-A
PRIME B550M-A motherboard, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.
Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.
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AM4 · ATX · DDR4 · board-only configuration · MSI global specification
An ATX AM4 motherboard with AMD B550: four DDR4 slots rated up to DDR4-5100+ (OC), a PCIe 4.0 x16 graphics slot, two M.2 slots (one PCIe 4.0 x4), Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet and AMD Wi-Fi 6E.
Specifications checked 21 Sept 2026.
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Manufacturer specification
ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification
ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsThe overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum; MSI lists 1DPC 2R up to 3866, 2DPC 1R up to 4000 and 2DPC 2R up to 3600 MHz. JEDEC speeds run up to DDR4-3200. · Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and validated DIMM population determine supported capacity and speeds. DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsM2_1 connects to the CPU; M2_2 connects to the B550 chipset. · Manufacturer specification · M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 or 3.0 depending on the installed processor. If M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 are all populated, PCI_E3 is unavailable and M2_2 runs at x2.
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ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · 6 GHz availability depends on country rules, operating system and drivers. Link capabilities are not measured throughput.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification
ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor.
ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
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Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR4 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR4 slots require DDR4 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. M.2 generation depends on the CPU. If M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 are populated simultaneously, PCI_E3 is unavailable and M2_2 runs at x2.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · With M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 populated together, PCI_E3 is disabled and M2_2 runs x2.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · Button presence only. Recovery procedure and USB preparation require the exact manual.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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MSI lists ECC UDIMM support for this board but does not say whether ECC modules run in ECC or non-ECC mode, so whether error correction is active is unknown. · Manufacturer specification
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Plan storage drives and expansion cards together; this restriction applies to this board's slot wiring.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not supplied fans or an assertion of current limits.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Requires integrated CPU graphics; supported modes depend on processor.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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MSI labels these memory speeds in MHz (manufacturer notation); they are the rated data rates. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer OC configurations, not guaranteed kit speed or measured application performance. CPU, BIOS, memory rank and DIMMs per channel determine support.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible drives and array configuration; no data protection guarantee.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · PCIe 4.0 or 3.0 depending on the installed processor; not a measured graphics performance result.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. M.2 generation depends on the CPU. If M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 are populated simultaneously, PCI_E3 is unavailable and M2_2 runs at x2.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible drives and array configuration; no data protection guarantee.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible case ports and cabling; not rear sockets.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · Port inventory and interface ratings, not simultaneous measured throughput or charging power.
MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2 shared fields have the same recorded value.
| Specification | ASUS PRIME B550M-A | MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI |
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CPU socket SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Match the exact CPU and required BIOS as well as the physical socket. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | AM4 | AM4 |
Chipset SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | AMD B550 | AMD B550 |
Form factor and dimensionsDifferent SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm ) | ATX; 305 × 244 mm |
CPU support and BIOS requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor. ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | AMD AM4 Socket for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors * * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list BIOS: 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | AMD Ryzen 5000 / 5000 G-Series / 4000 G-Series / 3000 Series |
Listed operating systems SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Windows® 10 64-bit | Not provided |
Rear Flash BIOS button SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Button presence only. Recovery procedure and USB preparation require the exact manual. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Yes |
Memory type, slots and limitDifferent SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI The overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum; MSI lists 1DPC 2R up to 3866, 2DPC 1R up to 4000 and 2DPC 2R up to 3600 MHz. JEDEC speeds run up to DDR4-3200. · Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and validated DIMM population determine supported capacity and speeds. DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory * AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4466(O.C.)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory * Dual Channel Memory Architecture ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). | 4 DDR4 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 128 GB; up to DDR4-5100+ (OC); A-XMP; non-ECC unbuffered |
Maximum listed memory SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR4 slots require DDR4 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 128 GB |
DIMM slots SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR4 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Published memory OC configurations SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI MSI labels these memory speeds in MHz (manufacturer notation); they are the rated data rates. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer OC configurations, not guaranteed kit speed or measured application performance. CPU, BIOS, memory rank and DIMMs per channel determine support. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1DPC 1R up to 5100; 1DPC 2R up to 3866; 2DPC 1R up to 4000; 2DPC 2R up to 3600 |
Storage interfaces and restrictionsDifferent SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI M2_1 connects to the CPU; M2_2 connects to the B550 chipset. · Manufacturer specification · M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 or 3.0 depending on the installed processor. If M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 are all populated, PCI_E3 is unavailable and M2_2 runs at x2. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Total supports 2 x M.2 slot(s) and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors: 1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 4.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors: 1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support AMD B550 Chipset: 1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support 4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), Support Raid 0, 1, 10 | 1 × M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4; 1 × M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4; M2_1 also supports SATA; 6 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
Onboard M.2 storage slots SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. M.2 generation depends on the CPU. If M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 are populated simultaneously, PCI_E3 is unavailable and M2_2 runs at x2. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 2 |
SATA storage ports SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. M.2 generation depends on the CPU. If M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 are populated simultaneously, PCI_E3 is unavailable and M2_2 runs at x2. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 6 |
SATA RAID modes SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible drives and array configuration; no data protection guarantee. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | RAID 0/1/10 |
NVMe RAID modes SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible drives and array configuration; no data protection guarantee. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | RAID 0/1 |
Expansion slots and restrictions SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 mode) AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode) AMD B550 Chipset 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 | Not provided |
Primary expansion-slot link SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · PCIe 4.0 or 3.0 depending on the installed processor; not a measured graphics performance result. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | PCI_E1: PCIe 4.0 x16 |
Secondary expansion slots SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · With M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 populated together, PCI_E3 is disabled and M2_2 runs x2. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 long PCIe 3.0 slot wired x4; 2 PCIe 3.0 x1 slots |
Expansion/storage lane sharing SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Plan storage drives and expansion cards together; this restriction applies to this board's slot wiring. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | With M2_2, PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 populated together, PCI_E3 is disabled and M2_2 runs x2. |
Audio interfacesDifferent SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Realtek ALC887/897 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, up to 24-Bit/192kHz playback Audio Feature: - LED-illuminated design - Audio Shielding - Dedicated audio PCB layers - Premium Japanese audio capacitors * Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output. | Realtek ALC897 codec; 7.1-channel |
Processor-dependent display outputs SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires integrated CPU graphics; supported modes depend on processor. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort: up to 4096×2160 at 60 Hz |
Rear USB ports SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Port inventory and interface ratings, not simultaneous measured throughput or charging power. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 2 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 10 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 10 Gb/s Type-C |
Front USB header capacity SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible case ports and cabling; not rear sockets. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 5 Gb/s Type-C |
Network interfaces and requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A Manufacturer specification ASUS PRIME B550M-A — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · 6 GHz availability depends on country rules, operating system and drivers. Link capabilities are not measured throughput. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Ethernet | Realtek 8125B 2.5 Gb Ethernet; AMD Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 5.2 |
Cooling headers SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not supplied fans or an assertion of current limits. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 CPU; 1 pump; 6 system fan headers |
ECC module operating mode SourcesASUS PRIME B550M-A No source recorded. MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI MSI lists ECC UDIMM support for this board but does not say whether ECC modules run in ECC or non-ECC mode, so whether error correction is active is unknown. · Manufacturer specification MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Not listed by the manufacturer |
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