Description
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-E WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest AMD Ryzen processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability.
Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard goes beyond expectations with rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure that they can handle conditions where others may fail. This platform delivers the power and connectivity that advanced AI PC applications demand.
- AMD B850 ATX motherboard
- 8+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages
- DDR5
- PCIe 5.0 Ready
- Three M.2 slots
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
- DisplayPort
- HDMI
- Front USB 20Gbps Type-C and rear USB 10Gbps Type-C support
- BIOS FlashBack
- Aura Sync
Intelligent Control
- AI Advisor – ASUS AI Advisor is an ASUS technical expert that's always available to answer your questions. Owners of compatible ASUS motherboards can interact with this AI-powered technology using natural language to learn more about their hardware. For DIY beginners, it can provide easy-to-understand explanations of one-click optimization features like AI Overclocking and fan speed tuning, and for seasoned PC-building veterans, it can offer guidance and instructions on the latest features offered by ASUS.
- UEFI BIOS – The UEFI interface delivers easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners, and advanced features for veterans.
- ASUS DriverHub – Simplify driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation and update for smooth, efficient system performance.
- ASUS GlideX – Enable seamless screen sharing and control across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi, supporting multiple platforms.
- Power Saving – Leverage all-around energy efficiency settings to optimize power consumption.
- Armoury Crate – Customize Aura Sync RGB and control ASUS devices. Includes product registration and updates.
Premium Power Design
Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of AMD processors. The motherboard is designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs. It features 8(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 80A each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for both current and future AMD processors.
- Eight Layered PCB design – This multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.
- ProCool Power Connectors – Compared to traditional power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are built to tight specifications to ensure full contact with PSU power cables. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failure.
- TUF Components – TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability. And TUF 5K black metallic capacitors provide 52% wider temperature tolerance and a 2.5X-longer lifespan than standard motherboard capacitors.
- Digi+VRM Control – The integrated Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, optimized for ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.
Memory & Storage
- DRAM Overclocking Performance – Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of TUF GAMING motherboards. With the motherboard, you can extract all the potential out of your DDR5 modules*, whether they're from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.
- DDR5 Dominance – For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, this motherboard is primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits, courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via an extensive array of settings in the UEFI.
- Asus AEMP – ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP automatically detects the memory chips on your kit and then presents optimized frequency, timing and voltage profiles that you can quickly apply.
- M.2 PCIe 5.0 Support – This motherboard also features one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.
Cooler by Design
- Enlarged VRM Heatsinks – The extensive surface area of this heatsink covers the MOSFETs and chokes to improve thermal performance.
- AIO Pump Header – An integrated AIO management system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps, making it perfect for custom or all-in-one cooling setups.
- Multiple Temperature Sources – Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 4 allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.
- Smart Fan Protection – A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excess heat and electrical currents.
- Flexible M.2 Heatsink – The first M.2 slot has a heatsink that can be shared with the second M.2 slot, keeping M.2 SSD at optimal operating temperature to ensure consistent performance and reliability.
- Superb PCH Heatsink – An expanded surface area for the chipset cooler maximizes system performance and heat dissipation.
- 4-Pin PWM/DC Fan – All onboard fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
- Cooler Compatibility – ASUS AIO coolers offer robust performance, high overclocking potential, bold aesthetics and customizable functionality for new TUF Gaming motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.
Connectivity
- PCIe 5.0 for Graphics Card – PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards and backward compatibility with previous versions of the PCIe bus.
- Rear USB 10Gbps Type-C – Extensive USB support ensures connections to a wide array of external devices. This motherboard includes a USB 10Gbps Type-C port on the rear I/O panel that delivers transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.
- Front USB 20Gbps Type-C – This motherboard features a USB 20Gbps Type-C front panel connector for speedy data transfers of up to 20Gbps.
Easy PC DIY
- PCIe Slot Q-Release – A physical lever unlocks the first PCIe slot's security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it's time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.
- Q-Antenna – With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
- M.2 Q-Latch – The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools or screws. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly detach it with one tap.
- Q-LED – The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices are functioning normally during startup. It can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed–even before booting.
- BIOS FlashBack – BIOS FlashBack simplifies BIOS updates. Just load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB stick, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack port, and press a button – no CPU or memory needed.
- Pre-mounted I/O shield – Our pre-installed I/O shield safeguards ports, simplifies the build process, increases functionality and enhances aesthetics for PC DIY enthusiasts.
Protection
- SafeSlot & SafeDIMM – SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath integrated with a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed and to ensure the highest possible data speeds. The SafeDIMM sheath is integrated to protect memory modules, empowering you to insert them with speed, accuracy and confidence.
- ESD Guards – ASUS added special TVS diodes to boost electrostatic discharge prevention by up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge – well above the industry standard.
- TUF LANGuard – TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, helping to protect the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.
- Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel – TUF Gaming motherboards feature a corrosion-resistant stainless steel rear I/O panel with up to a 3X longer lifespan. These models pass a rigorous 72-hour salt fog test, surpassing the industry standard.
Ultrafast Networking
- WiFi 6E – WiFi 6E ensures stable connections and low latency.
- 2.5Gb Ethernet – On-board 2.5Gb Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch by improving bandwidth speeds up to 2.5X faster than 1Gb connections.
Audio
- Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound – The unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek for TUF GAMING B850 motherboards feature an unprecedented 98 dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line out, providing pristine audio quality.
- DTS Audio Processing – DTS Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings.
Lighting
- Outshine The Competition – ASUS Aura Sync offers synchronized lighting with other Aura Sync products, including motherboards, graphics cards, monitors and peripherals.
- Addressable Gen2 RGB Headers – Automatically optimize lighting effects for the number of LEDs present in compatible ARGB gear.
