UK manufacturer specification · Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE
Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE 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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An ATX AM5 motherboard with AMD B650: four DDR5 slots rated up to DDR5-7200+ (OC), two PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots, a rear 20 Gb/s USB-C port, Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6E.
Specifications checked 13 Sept 2026.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and DIMM population determine support. Capacity is a manufacturer ceiling, not included RAM or a performance measurement. Use the exact CPU and validated-memory list.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Both M.2 slots connect to the CPU. M2_1 takes 22110/2280 drives and M2_2 takes 2280/2260 drives. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300 processors. Interface limits, not measured SSD speeds.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · 6 GHz availability depends on country rules, operating system and drivers. Interface rates are not measured throughput. MSI lists Bluetooth 5.3 for Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11. The Ethernet controller is recorded separately; the source does not establish the Wi-Fi spatial-stream count.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · The ALC897 codec model is recorded separately. No maximum playback bit depth or sample rate is established by the retained audio passage. Manufacturer capability, not measured sound quality.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Manufacturer support listing, not a guarantee of current operating-system security updates or every driver feature.
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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 Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — 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 B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagramsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
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Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions. Check the manual for population order; DDR4 modules are not interchangeable.
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Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and DIMM population determine support. Capacity is a manufacturer ceiling, not included RAM or a performance measurement. Use the exact CPU and validated-memory list.
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Manufacturer specification · M2_2 is limited to PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300 processors. These are interface limits, not measured SSD speeds.
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Manufacturer specification · PCI_E1 connects to the CPU and runs at x16 with Ryzen 9000/7000, x8 with Ryzen 8700/8600/8400 and x4 with Ryzen 8500/8300. PCI_E3 (PCIe 4.0 x4 in an x16-length slot) and PCI_E2 (PCIe 3.0 x1) connect to the chipset.
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Manufacturer specification · Exact codec named in the retained manufacturer audio section.
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Manufacturer specification · Output routing depends on the channel configuration; the jack count does not indicate audio quality.
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The source does not establish a maximum playback bit depth or sample rate. · Manufacturer specification · The retained audio passage lists ALC897 and 7.1 channels without a maximum playback format.
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Manufacturer specification · 4-pin headers with configurable PWM/DC control. CPU_FAN1 defaults to Auto; PUMP_FAN1 to PWM. See individual current limits.
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Manufacturer specification · Status LEDs, not a two-digit POST-code display.
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Manufacturer specification · Troubleshooting indicators, not a performance rating or a two-digit POST-code display. The manual maps red CPU, yellow DRAM, white GPU and green boot-device lights.
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Manufacturer specification · The installed CPU must provide a supported display-output configuration; check its integrated graphics, display and cable. These output modes do not establish gaming performance.
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Manufacturer specification · Exact controller named in the retained manufacturer LAN section.
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Manufacturer specification · Temperature-based fan control requires compatible connected hardware and appropriate configuration. Software availability is not an independent noise or cooling measurement.
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Manufacturer specification · Per-header maximum at 12 V. Connected fans and accessories must remain within the relevant header limit; these are not measured power consumption figures.
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Manufacturer specification · CPU, memory and BIOS support apply; overclocking results are not guaranteed. MSI advertises Latency Killer for BIOS versions after AGESA 1.2.0.2b.
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Manufacturer specification · MSI lists a Flash BIOS button. The manual specifies the exact rear USB port and firmware name: MSI.ROM, with CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1 connected; CPU and RAM are not required.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer cooling design, not measured temperatures. MSI lists MOSFET thermal pads rated 7 W/mK and additional choke pads.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer package list, not a current retailer contents guarantee. Documentation is also included; verify the exact regional listing and replacement/open-box contents.
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Manufacturer specification · Overclocking is not guaranteed; CPU, BIOS, memory kit and population determine the usable profile. MSI's current manual lists 6000+ for all four population cases, while its website lists the figures shown. MSI labels these figures MHz.
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Manufacturer specification · MSI states six layers with 2 oz copper. Layer count is a construction fact, not an overall quality or performance score.
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Manufacturer specification · Connector types and counts are not a whole-system PSU wattage recommendation. Use the exact manual and matching PSU cables.
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Manufacturer specification · No independently measured load, temperature or efficiency advantage is established. Manufacturer allocation: 12 core, 2 SoC and 1 miscellaneous. This is not a claim of 15 independent PWM phases.
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Manufacturer specification · PUMP_FAN1: 36 W at 12 V; PWM default.
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Manufacturer specification · One rear Type-C port supports up to 20 Gb/s.
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Manufacturer specification · Addressable and analogue RGB connectors are different; verify the manual and voltage before connecting lighting. The manual separates 12 V JRGB (3 A, up to 2 m) from 5 V JARGB_V2 (3 A, up to 240 LEDs per connector); do not interchange their wiring.
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Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables.
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Manufacturer specification · Follow the slot-specific length and installation instructions. Two clip packages are listed; heatsink removal remains a separate step.
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Manufacturer specification · MSI's manual lists SATA RAID 0/1/10; the web table repeats RAID 1 where the manual lists RAID 10. Check drive count and configuration before planning an array.
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Manufacturer specification · Excludes CPU and pump headers. Verify header current limits before attaching hubs or multiple fans.
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Manufacturer specification · Counts describe supported front-panel ports, not header housings. Matching case ports and cables are required; these are not rear-panel connectors.
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Manufacturer specification · Rear-panel ports only. Link rates are manufacturer maxima, not measured throughput. Type-C does not establish display output, USB4 or a charging wattage.
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Manufacturer specification · MSI lists 20/40/80 MHz channels for the 2.4/5/6 GHz bands; 160 MHz channels are not listed.
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No spatial-stream count is established by this source passage. · Manufacturer specification · The retained wireless section names MU-MIMO TX/RX without a spatial-stream count.
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| Specification | ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE | MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI |
|---|---|---|
CPU socketDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | LGA4677 | AM5 |
ChipsetDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Intel® W790 Chipset | AMD B650 |
Form factor and dimensionsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | EEB Form Factor 12 inch x 13 inch (30.5 cm x 33 cm) | ATX; 304.8 × 243.84 mm |
CPU support and BIOS requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE 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 Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS 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 B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Intel® Socket LGA4677 for Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 and W-2500/W-2400 Series Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. BIOS: 512 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series |
Listed operating systemsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer support listing, not a guarantee of current operating-system security updates or every driver feature. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit; Windows 10 64-bit |
PCB layers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · MSI states six layers with 2 oz copper. Layer count is a construction fact, not an overall quality or performance score. Official product features and exact model gallery | Not provided | 6 |
Advertised voltage regulation SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · No independently measured load, temperature or efficiency advantage is established. Manufacturer allocation: 12 core, 2 SoC and 1 miscellaneous. This is not a claim of 15 independent PWM phases. Official product features and exact model gallery | Not provided | 12+2+1 Duet Rail power design |
Memory type, slots and limitDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and DIMM population determine support. Capacity is a manufacturer ceiling, not included RAM or a performance measurement. Use the exact CPU and validated-memory list. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | 8 x DIMM slots, Max. 2048GB, DDR5 6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600(OC)/5400(OC)/5200(OC)/5000(OC)/4800 ECC Registered Memory* 8-Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * 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/ | 4 DDR5 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 256 GB; up to DDR5-7200+ (OC); AMD EXPO; non-ECC unbuffered |
Maximum listed memory SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and DIMM population determine support. Capacity is a manufacturer ceiling, not included RAM or a performance measurement. Use the exact CPU and validated-memory list. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 256 GB |
DIMM slots SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions. Check the manual for population order; DDR4 modules are not interchangeable. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Advertised memory profiles and configuration limits SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Overclocking is not guaranteed; CPU, BIOS, memory kit and population determine the usable profile. MSI's current manual lists 6000+ for all four population cases, while its website lists the figures shown. MSI labels these figures MHz. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | DDR5-7200+(OC); 1DPC 1R up to 7200+, 1DPC 2R and 2DPC 1R up to 6000+, 2DPC 2R up to 5400+; JEDEC 4800 |
Storage interfaces and restrictionsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Both M.2 slots connect to the CPU. M2_1 takes 22110/2280 drives and M2_2 takes 2280/2260 drives. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300 processors. Interface limits, not measured SSD speeds. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Total supports 3 x M.2 slots, 2 x SlimSAS slots and 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 Series Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)*** M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)*** Intel® W790 Chipet** M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) SlimSAS_1 port supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode NVMe device SlimSAS_2 port supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode NVMe device 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC) and Intel Volume Management Device (Intel®VMD) ** Intel® VROC Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. VROC_HW_Key is purchased separately. *** M.2_1 and M.2_2 slots will be disabled once an Intel® Xeon® W-2500/W-2400 Series Processor is installed. | 2 × M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4; 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
Onboard M.2 storage slots SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · M2_2 is limited to PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300 processors. These are interface limits, not measured SSD speeds. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 2 |
SATA storage ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Listed storage RAID modes SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · MSI's manual lists SATA RAID 0/1/10; the web table repeats RAID 1 where the manual lists RAID 10. Check drive count and configuration before planning an array. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | SATA RAID 0/1/10; NVMe RAID 0/1 |
M.2 drive retention SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Follow the slot-specific length and installation instructions. Two clip packages are listed; heatsink removal remains a separate step. Official product features and exact model galleryOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | EZ M.2 clips |
Expansion slots and restrictions SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. | Intel® Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 Series Processors* 7 x PCIe 5.0 slot(s) (Seven at x16/x16/x16/x16/x16/x8/x16)** Intel® Xeon® W-2500/W-2400 Series Processors* 4 x PCIe 5.0 slot(s) (Four at x16/x16/x16/x16)** * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/). ** Please refer to the block diagrams in the Appendix for more details. - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals. | Not provided |
Expansion slots and electrical links SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · PCI_E1 connects to the CPU and runs at x16 with Ryzen 9000/7000, x8 with Ryzen 8700/8600/8400 and x4 with Ryzen 8500/8300. PCI_E3 (PCIe 4.0 x4 in an x16-length slot) and PCI_E2 (PCIe 3.0 x1) connect to the chipset. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16; 1 × PCIe 4.0 x4; 1 × PCIe 3.0 x1 |
USB ports and headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. | Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C®) 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C® ) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports | Not provided |
Rear-panel ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C) 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A) 1 x VGA port 2 x Intel® dual 10Gb Ethernet ports 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 5 x Audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button 1 x Clear CMOS button | Not provided |
Audio interfacesDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · The ALC897 codec model is recorded separately. No maximum playback bit depth or sample rate is established by the retained audio passage. Manufacturer capability, not measured sound quality. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback* Audio Features - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance - Rear optical S/PDIF out port - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - Unique de-pop circuit * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio. | Realtek 7.1-channel HD audio |
Motherboard display outputs SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · The installed CPU must provide a supported display-output configuration; check its integrated graphics, display and cable. These output modes do not establish gaming performance. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | HDMI 2.1: up to 4K 60 Hz; DisplayPort 1.4: up to 4K 60 Hz |
Rear-panel USB connections SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Rear-panel ports only. Link rates are manufacturer maxima, not measured throughput. Type-C does not establish display output, USB4 or a charging wattage. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 USB-A 5 Gb/s; 3 USB-A 10 Gb/s; 1 USB-C 20 Gb/s |
USB connections supported by internal headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Counts describe supported front-panel ports, not header housings. Matching case ports and cables are required; these are not rear-panel connectors. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 USB 2.0 ports; 2 USB-A 5 Gb/s ports; 1 USB-C 10 Gb/s port |
Rear USB-C 20 Gb/s ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · One rear Type-C port supports up to 20 Gb/s. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 |
Rear audio connections SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Output routing depends on the channel configuration; the jack count does not indicate audio quality. Official motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | 6 analogue audio jacks |
Onboard audio codec model SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Exact codec named in the retained manufacturer audio section. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Realtek ALC897 |
Network interfaces and requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · 6 GHz availability depends on country rules, operating system and drivers. Interface rates are not measured throughput. MSI lists Bluetooth 5.3 for Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11. The Ethernet controller is recorded separately; the source does not establish the Wi-Fi spatial-stream count. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | 1 x Intel® dual 10Gb Ethernet 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard * Realtek 1Gb LAN controller is dedicated to BMC and for the connection of IPMI only, you may not connect to the Internet using this LAN port. | Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet; Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 5.3 |
Listed wireless channel widths SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · MSI lists 20/40/80 MHz channels for the 2.4/5/6 GHz bands; 160 MHz channels are not listed. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 20/40/80 MHz |
Ethernet controller model SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Exact controller named in the retained manufacturer LAN section. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Realtek 8125BG |
Rear BIOS flash button SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · MSI lists a Flash BIOS button. The manual specifies the exact rear USB port and firmware name: MSI.ROM, with CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1 connected; CPU and RAM are not required. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | Yes |
System/chassis fan headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Excludes CPU and pump headers. Verify header current limits before attaching hubs or multiple fans. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
CPU and pump headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · 4-pin headers with configurable PWM/DC control. CPU_FAN1 defaults to Auto; PUMP_FAN1 to PWM. See individual current limits. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | 1 CPU fan header; 1 pump fan header |
Motherboard power connectors SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Connector types and counts are not a whole-system PSU wattage recommendation. Use the exact manual and matching PSU cables. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | 1 × 24-pin ATX; 2 × 8-pin CPU power |
Lighting headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Addressable and analogue RGB connectors are different; verify the manual and voltage before connecting lighting. The manual separates 12 V JRGB (3 A, up to 2 m) from 5 V JARGB_V2 (3 A, up to 240 LEDs per connector); do not interchange their wiring. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specificationsOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | 2 addressable V2 RGB headers; 2 RGB headers |
EZ Debug LEDs SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Status LEDs, not a two-digit POST-code display. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Pump header maximum current SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · PUMP_FAN1: 36 W at 12 V; PWM default. Official motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | 3 A |
Fan header electrical limits SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Per-header maximum at 12 V. Connected fans and accessories must remain within the relevant header limit; these are not measured power consumption figures. Official motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | CPU_FAN1: 3 A / 36 W; each SYS_FAN1–4: 2 A / 24 W |
Board and SSD cooling SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer cooling design, not measured temperatures. MSI lists MOSFET thermal pads rated 7 W/mK and additional choke pads. Official product features and exact model galleryOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | Extended/VRM and chipset heatsinks; M.2 Shield Frozr |
Startup diagnostics SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Troubleshooting indicators, not a performance rating or a two-digit POST-code display. The manual maps red CPU, yellow DRAM, white GPU and green boot-device lights. Official product features and exact model galleryOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | CPU / DRAM / VGA / BOOT EZ Debug LEDs |
Fan-control tools SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Temperature-based fan control requires compatible connected hardware and appropriate configuration. Software availability is not an independent noise or cooling measurement. Official product features and exact model galleryOfficial motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | UEFI hardware monitor; MSI Center / Frozr AI Cooling |
Firmware tuning features SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · CPU, memory and BIOS support apply; overclocking results are not guaranteed. MSI advertises Latency Killer for BIOS versions after AGESA 1.2.0.2b. Official product features and exact model gallery | Not provided | EXPO, PBO thermal profiles, Config TDP and Latency Killer |
Listed box accessories SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer package list, not a current retailer contents guarantee. Documentation is also included; verify the exact regional listing and replacement/open-box contents. Official motherboard user manual; exact model and connector diagrams | Not provided | 1 SATA cable; Wi-Fi antenna set; I/O shield; 2 EZ M.2 clip packages |
Internal headers and connectors SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. | Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s) 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s) 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s) 1 x W_PUMP+ header(s) Power related 2 x 24-pin Main Power connector 4 x 8-pin +12V Power connector 1 x 8-pin PCIe Power connector 1 x 6-pin PCIe Power connector Storage related 3 x M.2 slots (Key M) 2 x SlimSAS connector(s) 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 x VROC Key connector USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C® ) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x COM Port header 1 x FlexKey button 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x LN2 Mode jumper 1 x M.2 slot (Key E) 1 x ReTry button 1 x Safe Boot button 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x Start button 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thermal Sensor header BMC Related 1 x BMC switch 1 x VGA switch 1 x BMC LAN fixed IP switch 1 x IPMI switch 2 x Q_PSU switch 2 x PSU SMBus header 1 x Front panel location LED header 1 x Location button header 1 x VPP_I2C header 1 x Micro SD card socket 1 x BMC_T_SENSOR header 1 x BMC LED 1 x Location LED 1 x Message LED header | Not provided |
Wi-Fi spatial streams SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI No spatial-stream count is established by this source passage. · Manufacturer specification · The retained wireless section names MU-MIMO TX/RX without a spatial-stream count. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Not listed by the manufacturer |
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Maximum published audio playback format SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI The source does not establish a maximum playback bit depth or sample rate. · Manufacturer specification · The retained audio passage lists ALC897 and 7.1 channels without a maximum playback format. MSI B650 GAMING PLUS WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Not listed by the manufacturer |
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