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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI vs ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI

UK manufacturer catalogue configuration · 911-7E66-001

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Exact model & source notes

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI in the manufacturer’s documented UK configuration. Its published technical specifications retain the source’s connection, mode and configuration conditions.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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WHAT DIFFERS

PCB form factor and dimensionsmATX 243.84mmx243.84mmMicro-ATX: 244 × 244 mm

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THE CONTENDER

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS · AM5 · Micro-ATX · ASUS UK specification

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Exact model & source notes

A Micro-ATX AM5 motherboard with 4 DDR5 memory slots, 3 M.2 storage positions and wired Ethernet. Check the exact expansion and storage restrictions before choosing the rest of the build.

Specifications checked 10 Sept 2026.

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

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PCB form factor and dimensions

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFImATX 243.84mmx243.84mm

Manufacturer specification

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSMicro-ATX: 244 × 244 mm

Manufacturer specification · Check case mounting positions and connector clearance.

Source 1

Explore the full specifications

Plan the complete platform. Check the exact CPU-support list, required BIOS and memory validation before buying. PCIe generations and lane allocations can change with the processor. A socket match or slot count is not a guarantee that every component works together at its highest advertised setting.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

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PCB form factor and dimensions

In Visual facts

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFImATX 243.84mmx243.84mm

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSMicro-ATX: 244 × 244 mm

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · Check case mounting positions and connector clearance.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Memory generation, slots, capacity and conditions

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB Memory Support DDR5 8200 - 5600 (OC) MT/s / 5600 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors max. overclocking frequency: • 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 8200+ MT/s • 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s • 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 6000+ MT/s Supports AMD POR Speed and JEDEC Speed Supports Memory Overclocking and AMD EXPO TM Supports Dual-Channel mode Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered memory Supports CUDIMM, Clock Driver bypass mode only* * CUDIMM support and POR boot frequency may vary by CPU series, with manual overclocking available after boot. Certain CPUs may fail to boot, but future BIOS updates will improve compatibility. • Memory compatibility and supported speeds can vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration. For detailed information, please refer to the Memory Compatibility List available on the product’s Support page or visit https://www.msi.com/support/.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS4 DDR5 DIMM slots; up to 256 GB; dual channel; AMD EXPO

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · Supported capacity, module population and profile speeds depend on the exact CPU, installed BIOS and validated memory kit. Profile support does not guarantee an overclock.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Storage interfaces and lane-sharing conditions

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI2x M.2 (Qty) M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices 4x SATA 6G (Qty) M2_1 slot • Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 8000 Series processors) M2_2 slot • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 8700/ 8600/ 8400/ 7000 Series processors) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x2 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processors) *Please refer to the manual for M.2 SSD heatsink restrictions.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS3 M.2 storage positions; 4 SATA 6 Gb/s ports

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Network interfaces and operating-system conditions

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFIlan: Realtek ® 8126 5G LAN; wireless lan & bluetooth: Wi-Fi 7 Solution The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz (160MHz) up to 2.9Gbps Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be Supports Bluetooth ® 5.4**, MLO, 4KQAM * 6GHz band support may depend on every country’s regulations and Wi-Fi 7 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2. ** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor’s website for details. Bluetooth 5.4 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · Ethernet is explicitly listed. An omitted Wi-Fi specification is not treated as verified absence.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Onboard audio specification

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFIRealtek ® ALC897 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSALC1220P codec; manufacturer-listed 7.1-channel configuration

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · Channel configuration and spatial-audio support depend on the connected outputs, chassis audio wiring and software. A codec name is not an independent sound-quality measurement.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Processor-dependent display outputs

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI1x HDMI™ Support HDMI™ 2.1, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz* 1x DisplayPort Support DisplayPort 1.4, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz* *Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS1 × DisplayPort 1 × 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.

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · These are manufacturer-listed configurations, not measured display performance. A compatible processor with graphics, suitable cable and supported display mode are required.

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Supported operating systems

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFISupport for Windows ® 11 64-bit

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSWindows 11, Windows 10 64-bit

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · Individual features and drivers can have newer operating-system requirements, particularly wireless networking.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Rear-panel ports

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFIClear CMOS Button DisplayPort 1.4 USB 10Gbps (Type-A) USB 5Gbps (Type-A) 5G LAN Wi-Fi / Bluetooth HD Audio Connectors Flash BIOS Button HDMI™ USB 10Gbps (Type-A) USB 10Gbps (Type-C) USB 5Gbps (Type-A)

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS1 × USB 20Gbps port (1 × USB Type-C ) 3 × USB 10Gbps ports (3 × Type-A) 4 × USB 5Gbps ports (4 × Type-A) 4 × USB 2.0 ports (4 × Type-A) 1 × DisplayPort 1 × HDMI port 1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 5 × Audio jacks 1 × BIOS FlashBack button

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · Connector count and listed modes describe the rear panel. USB-C display and charging capability depends on the specific port; display output also depends on the CPU and source configuration.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Configuration & compatibility details (1)

CPU and firmware support

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFISupports AMD Ryzen™ 9000/ 8000/ 7000 Series Desktop Processors Socket AM5

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSAMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 desktop processors. Verify the exact CPU and minimum BIOS using ASUS support before buying.

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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed processor families; exact CPU support and necessary BIOS revision depend on the current MSI support list. A family statement is not a guarantee for every CPU.

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

Manufacturer specification · A shared socket and processor-family listing do not confirm that a particular BIOS revision supports every processor in that family.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (20)

DIMM slots

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS4

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Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions; this count is not a guarantee of capacity or profile speed.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum listed memory

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS256 GB

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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling; check CPU support, BIOS and the validated DIMM population.

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M.2 storage positions

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS3

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Manufacturer specification · M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4.

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PCIe expansion configuration

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSAMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors 1 × PCIe 5.0 × 16 slot (supports x16 mode) AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors 1 × PCIe 4.0 × 16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode) AMD B850 Chipset 1 × PCIe 4.0 × 1 slot Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site ( https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/ ). Specifications vary by CPU types. - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.

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Manufacturer specification · M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Firmware storage

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFINot verified

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

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Manufacturer specification · Flash-ROM capacity does not identify the BIOS version installed on a retail board.

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Rear BIOS FlashBack button

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSYes

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Manufacturer specification · Use the exact model firmware and follow ASUS instructions; a button does not establish the currently installed BIOS version.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Diagnostic features

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI4x EZ Debug LED 1x EZ Memory Detection LED

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

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Wired Ethernet

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet

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Manufacturer specification · Link-rate capability; real throughput depends on the connected network, cabling and workload.

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications

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Expansion slots and CPU restrictions

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI2x PCI-E x16 slot (Qty) 1x PCI-E x1 slot (Qty) PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU) PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 3.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset) PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset) PCI_E1 slot • Supports PCIe 5.0 x16 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors) • Supports PCIe 4.0 x8 (For Ryzen™ 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors) • Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processor)

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

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Internal USB connections

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFINot verified

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSFront USB (Total 7 ports) 1 × USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C ) 1 × USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 × USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports USB Type-C power delivery output: max. 5V/3A.

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Manufacturer specification · Headers need compatible case ports or accessories; they are not additional rear sockets. Follow the stated power and cable requirements.

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Internal headers and connectors

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR) 2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR) 1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin) 1x CPU Fan 1x PUMP_SYS Fan 3x System Fan 1x ARGB+FAN Header (JAF_1) 2x Front Panel (JFP) 1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI) 1x Front Audio (JAUD) 1x Com Port (JCOM) 1x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH) 3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2) 1x RGB LED connector(JRGB) 1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0) 4x USB 2.0 ports 2x USB 5Gbps Type A ports 1x USB 10Gbps Type C ports

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

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Listed memory overclocking profiles

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFINot verified

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSRyzen 9000, 8000, 7000: up to 8000+ MT/s (OC)

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Manufacturer specification · These are manufacturer-listed overclocking configurations, not guaranteed stock transfer rates or tested performance. CPU family and DIMM layout remain material.

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M.2 NVMe RAID modes and restrictions

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFISupports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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Manufacturer specification · Full manufacturer RAID restrictions: Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices. SATA and NVMe modes are not inferred from each other.

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

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Motherboard power connections

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFINot verified

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS1 × 24-pin Main Power connector 2 × 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors

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Manufacturer specification · Check the complete connector list and the PSU cable type. Additional graphics-card, front-panel fast-charge and cooling connections can have separate requirements.

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Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Specification market

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSASUS UK documentation

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Manufacturer specification · UK and US buying links are searches, not proof of stock, identical regional wireless modules, bundles or warranty. Confirm the exact model and part identifier with the retailer.

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SATA storage ports

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS4

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Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s; check the source for lane sharing and drive power requirements.

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SATA RAID modes and restrictions

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFISupports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

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Full manufacturer RAID specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFISupports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

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USB ports and headers

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI4x USB 2.0 (Front) 3x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear) 2x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front) 3x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear) 2x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear) 1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Front)

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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Manufacturer specification

MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table

ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

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Included Wi-Fi

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUSNot verified

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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

The inspected specification lists Ethernet but does not establish an included Wi-Fi module. No capability or absence has been inferred. · Manufacturer specification

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MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI

What it brings

The manufacturer documents the exact product configuration and its main interfaces together in one specification table.
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What to check

Published capabilities and maximum figures are manufacturer claims. They do not establish independently measured performance, stock or compatibility outside the stated conditions.
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ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

What it brings

3 M.2 storage positions and 4 SATA connectors provide several drive-connection options.
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1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet provides a wired network connection.
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What to check

M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4.
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Check the exact processor, BIOS and memory kit before purchase. The 256 GB ceiling and listed overclocking profiles are configuration limits, not a tested build guarantee.
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The inspected specification does not verify an included wireless module; plan around the wired connection unless the exact retail configuration confirms one.
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Source-backed specifications for MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI and ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS
Specification	MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI	ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS

CPU socket Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	AM5	AM5
Chipset Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	AMD B850	AMD B850
PCB form factor and dimensionsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Check case mounting positions and connector clearance. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	mATX 243.84mmx243.84mm	Micro-ATX: 244 × 244 mm
CPU and firmware supportDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed processor families; exact CPU support and necessary BIOS revision depend on the current MSI support list. A family statement is not a guarantee for every CPU. MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · A shared socket and processor-family listing do not confirm that a particular BIOS revision supports every processor in that family. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000/ 8000/ 7000 Series Desktop Processors Socket AM5	AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 desktop processors. Verify the exact CPU and minimum BIOS using ASUS support before buying.
Supported operating systemsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Individual features and drivers can have newer operating-system requirements, particularly wireless networking. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Support for Windows ® 11 64-bit	Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit
Firmware storage Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Flash-ROM capacity does not identify the BIOS version installed on a retail board. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Rear BIOS FlashBack button Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Use the exact model firmware and follow ASUS instructions; a button does not establish the currently installed BIOS version. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	Yes

Memory generation, slots, capacity and conditionsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Supported capacity, module population and profile speeds depend on the exact CPU, installed BIOS and validated memory kit. Profile support does not guarantee an overclock. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB Memory Support DDR5 8200 - 5600 (OC) MT/s / 5600 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors max. overclocking frequency: • 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 8200+ MT/s • 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s • 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 6000+ MT/s Supports AMD POR Speed and JEDEC Speed Supports Memory Overclocking and AMD EXPO TM Supports Dual-Channel mode Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered memory Supports CUDIMM, Clock Driver bypass mode only* * CUDIMM support and POR boot frequency may vary by CPU series, with manual overclocking available after boot. Certain CPUs may fail to boot, but future BIOS updates will improve compatibility. • Memory compatibility and supported speeds can vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration. For detailed information, please refer to the Memory Compatibility List available on the product’s Support page or visit https://www.msi.com/support/.	4 DDR5 DIMM slots; up to 256 GB; dual channel; AMD EXPO
Maximum listed memory Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling; check CPU support, BIOS and the validated DIMM population. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	256 GB
DIMM slots Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions; this count is not a guarantee of capacity or profile speed. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	4
Listed memory overclocking profiles Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · These are manufacturer-listed overclocking configurations, not guaranteed stock transfer rates or tested performance. CPU family and DIMM layout remain material. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	Ryzen 9000, 8000, 7000: up to 8000+ MT/s (OC)

Storage interfaces and lane-sharing conditionsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	2x M.2 (Qty) M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices 4x SATA 6G (Qty) M2_1 slot • Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 8000 Series processors) M2_2 slot • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 8700/ 8600/ 8400/ 7000 Series processors) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x2 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processors) *Please refer to the manual for M.2 SSD heatsink restrictions.	3 M.2 storage positions; 4 SATA 6 Gb/s ports
SATA RAID modes and restrictions Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Full manufacturer RAID restrictions: Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices. SATA and NVMe modes are not inferred from each other. MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices	Not provided
M.2 NVMe RAID modes and restrictions Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification · Full manufacturer RAID restrictions: Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices. SATA and NVMe modes are not inferred from each other. MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices	Not provided
Full manufacturer RAID specification Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices	Not provided
M.2 storage positions Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	3
SATA storage ports Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s; check the source for lane sharing and drive power requirements. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	4

Expansion slots and CPU restrictions Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	2x PCI-E x16 slot (Qty) 1x PCI-E x1 slot (Qty) PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU) PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 3.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset) PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset) PCI_E1 slot • Supports PCIe 5.0 x16 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors) • Supports PCIe 4.0 x8 (For Ryzen™ 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors) • Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processor)	Not provided
PCIe expansion configuration Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000/7000 and PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000. M.2_2 uses PCIe 4.0; some Ryzen 8000 processors limit it to x2. M.2_3 uses PCIe 4.0 x4. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors 1 × PCIe 5.0 × 16 slot (supports x16 mode) AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors 1 × PCIe 4.0 × 16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode) AMD B850 Chipset 1 × PCIe 4.0 × 1 slot Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site ( https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/ ). Specifications vary by CPU types. - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.

Onboard audio specificationDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Channel configuration and spatial-audio support depend on the connected outputs, chassis audio wiring and software. A codec name is not an independent sound-quality measurement. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Realtek ® ALC897 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio	ALC1220P codec; manufacturer-listed 7.1-channel configuration
USB ports and headers Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	4x USB 2.0 (Front) 3x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear) 2x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front) 3x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear) 2x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear) 1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Front)	Not provided
Rear-panel portsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Connector count and listed modes describe the rear panel. USB-C display and charging capability depends on the specific port; display output also depends on the CPU and source configuration. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Clear CMOS Button DisplayPort 1.4 USB 10Gbps (Type-A) USB 5Gbps (Type-A) 5G LAN Wi-Fi / Bluetooth HD Audio Connectors Flash BIOS Button HDMI™ USB 10Gbps (Type-A) USB 10Gbps (Type-C) USB 5Gbps (Type-A)	1 × USB 20Gbps port (1 × USB Type-C ) 3 × USB 10Gbps ports (3 × Type-A) 4 × USB 5Gbps ports (4 × Type-A) 4 × USB 2.0 ports (4 × Type-A) 1 × DisplayPort 1 × HDMI port 1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 5 × Audio jacks 1 × BIOS FlashBack button
Processor-dependent display outputsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · These are manufacturer-listed configurations, not measured display performance. A compatible processor with graphics, suitable cable and supported display mode are required. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	1x HDMI™ Support HDMI™ 2.1, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz* 1x DisplayPort Support DisplayPort 1.4, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz* *Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.	1 × DisplayPort 1 × 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.
Internal USB connections Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Headers need compatible case ports or accessories; they are not additional rear sockets. Follow the stated power and cable requirements. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 × USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C ) 1 × USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 × USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports USB Type-C power delivery output: max. 5V/3A.

Network interfaces and operating-system conditionsDifferent Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Ethernet is explicitly listed. An omitted Wi-Fi specification is not treated as verified absence. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	lan: Realtek ® 8126 5G LAN; wireless lan & bluetooth: Wi-Fi 7 Solution The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz (160MHz) up to 2.9Gbps Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be Supports Bluetooth ® 5.4*, MLO, 4KQAM 6GHz band support may depend on every country’s regulations and Wi-Fi 7 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2. ** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor’s website for details. Bluetooth 5.4 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2.	1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
Wired Ethernet Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Link-rate capability; real throughput depends on the connected network, cabling and workload. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	1 × Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet

Diagnostic features Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	4x EZ Debug LED 1x EZ Memory Detection LED	Not provided
Motherboard power connections Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · Check the complete connector list and the PSU cable type. Additional graphics-card, front-panel fast-charge and cooling connections can have separate requirements. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	1 × 24-pin Main Power connector 2 × 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors

Internal headers and connectors Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI — official UK specification table ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS No source recorded.	1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR) 2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR) 1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin) 1x CPU Fan 1x PUMP_SYS Fan 3x System Fan 1x ARGB+FAN Header (JAF_1) 2x Front Panel (JFP) 1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI) 1x Front Audio (JAUD) 1x Com Port (JCOM) 1x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH) 3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2) 1x RGB LED connector(JRGB) 1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0) 4x USB 2.0 ports 2x USB 5Gbps Type A ports 1x USB 10Gbps Type C ports	Not provided
Specification market Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS Manufacturer specification · UK and US buying links are searches, not proof of stock, identical regional wireless modules, bundles or warranty. Confirm the exact model and part identifier with the retailer. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	ASUS UK documentation

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Included Wi-Fi Sources MSI B850M GAMING PLUS WIFI No source recorded. ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS The inspected specification lists Ethernet but does not establish an included Wi-Fi module. No capability or absence has been inferred. · Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS — technical specifications	Not provided	Not provided

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