ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PRO AM4 PCIe 4.0 dual M.2 x16 SATA 6Gbps 2.5Gb Ethernet HDMI DisplayPort

Description

ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PRO. Processor manufacturer: AMD, Processor socket: Socket AM4, Compatible processors: AMD Athlon, AMD Ryzen 3000 Series. Supported memory: DDR4-SDRAM, Maximum RAM: 128 GB, Memory type: DIMM. Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III, Supported storage drives: HDD & SSD, RAID levels: 0, 1, 10. Parallel processing technology: 2-Way CrossFireX, Maximum resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels. USB connectors: USB Type-A, USB Type-C

DURABLE. STABLE. RELIABLE.
The TUF GAMING B550-PRO focuses on the core elements of the latest AMD platform, combining them with gaming-friendly features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, enhanced power delivery, and a comprehensive range of cooling options, the motherboard delivers top-tier performance with unwavering stability during gameplay.

When you build a system with a TUF Gaming motherboard, you also benefit from the TUF Gaming Alliance – an ASUS collaboration with trusted partner companies that guarantee easy assembly, optimal compatibility and a matching look for their hardware, from the components to the case.

LONG-LASTING PERFORMANCE
With improved power supply and comprehensive cooling options for the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, as well as support for faster RAM and storage, the TUF Gaming B550-PRO is the perfect foundation for your next multi-core battle station.

DrMOS
The integrated VRM on the TUF Gaming B550-PRO uses 12+2 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers to deliver enough power and efficiency for the latest AMD Ryzen™ 5000/4000G/3000 series processors.

STACK COOL 3+
56-gram copper layers ensure the removal of heat from critical components, so that they remain at their optimal operating temperature and more headroom is available when overclocking the CPU.

POWER CONNECTION
PROCOOL BUSH
IMPROVED 8-PIN + 4-PIN CONNECTOR
– Extreme durability
– Prevents outages caused by hotspots and connector errors
Compared to conventional power connectors, ProCool sockets are manufactured to strict specifications to ensure optimal contact with the power supply's power cables. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connection failures.
SYSTEM STABILITY
TUF COMPONENTS
TUF coils
Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver consistent power to the CPU to improve system stability.
TUF capacitors
Proprietary capacitors offer up to 20% higher temperature tolerance and a 5x longer lifespan.
CONTROLLER
DIGI+ VRM
The integrated, industry-leading DIGI+ VRM voltage regulator ensures an extremely safe and consistent power supply to the processor at all times.
OPTIMIZED COOLING DESIGN
1. VRM cooler
A large, solid heatsink with a large surface area, covering the VRM and the coil area, improves heat dissipation.
THERMAL PAD
A high-quality thermal pad helps with heat transfer from the inductor and phase assembly to the heat sink.
2. M.2-COOLER
The M2 cooler keeps the M.2 SSD at optimal operating temperature, for consistent performance and reliability.
EXTENSIVE FAN CONTROL
The TUF GAMING B550-PRO features comprehensive fan control, which can be configured via the Fan Xpert 4 utility or the award-winning ASUS UEFI BIOS.
PCIe 4.0 M.2 (up to 64Gbit/s)
The TUF Gaming B550 series motherboards feature a PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot and offer NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with PCIe 4.0 storage devices to achieve the best possible data transfer speeds on the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen platform.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C
For use in high-end systems with many peripherals, numerous USB interfaces are available, including Type-A and Type-C ports with extremely fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible devices.
THUNDERBOLT™ 3 SUPPORT
An integrated Thunderbolt™ 3 header supports up to 40 Gbps of aggregated interface bandwidth. A single Thunderbolt 3 port supports up to six daisy-chained devices and provides up to 100 watts of power for devices with fast charging capabilities.
SIMPLE DIY PC BUILD
TUF Gaming motherboards are designed for easy setup and customization, even for PC building beginners. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem simplifies the selection of compatible parts, while the Armoury Crate software provides complete control over system settings through a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards offer everything you need to build your dream PC without unnecessary complexity.
SAFE ASSEMBLY
The TUF Gaming Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and renowned PC component manufacturers to ensure maximum compatibility with a wide range of PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits, and many other parts. With new partnerships and components added regularly, the TUF Gaming Alliance will continue to grow in the future.
SAFESLOT
SafeSlot is ASUS's revolutionary new PCIe slot, designed to provide superior protection against stress and bending. During manufacturing, the slot is bonded to a reinforcing metal using a new insert-molding method, resulting in significantly increased strength. The slot is then securely anchored to the motherboard with additional solder points.
ESD-GUARDS
The ESD guards extend the lifespan of components and prevent damage from electrostatic discharge. They offer protection against up to +/-10kV air discharge and up to +/-6kV contact discharge – thus significantly exceeding the corresponding industry standard of +/-6kV and +/-4kV.
KEYBOARD AND MOUSE CONNECTIONS
Additional ESD-TVS (Transient Voltage Suppression) diodes on the circuit board.
VGA protection
Additional ESD-TVS diodes on the circuit board to protect the VGA output.
USB PORTS
TVS diode for SMD and DIP components.
TUF LANGUARD
TUF LANGuard is a new development built to military standards, combining signal bundling and SMD capacitors to increase data throughput and protect the motherboard from lightning strikes or static electricity.
DRAM OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION
The self-resetting fuses on the motherboard prevent damage from overcurrents and short circuits. This protection extends from the connectors to the memory modules, safeguarding both the system and connected devices from damage.
STAINLESS STEEL TERMINAL COVER
TUF Gaming motherboards feature stainless steel I/O shields coated with a chromium oxide layer, offering three times the lifespan of conventional shields. This protective feature enabled TUF Gaming motherboards to pass the 72-hour salt spray test, while other brands only lasted 24 hours.
BIOS FLASHBACK™
BIOS Flashback™ is the easiest and safest way to update a (UEFI) BIOS. Simply drag a (UEFI) BIOS file to a FAT32-formatted USB flash drive, insert it into the USB BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press the button. Updates can even be applied without RAM or a CPU installed.
ARMOURY CRATE
Armoury Crate is a new software utility that gives you centralized control over supported gaming products. With Armoury Crate, you can customize the RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting—all through a single, intuitive interface. Additionally, you can activate the microphone's AI noise-canceling feature for crystal-clear in-game voice communication. The software can also control settings for a select and growing number of products, including keyboard and mouse settings, as well as overclocking and fan speeds for laptops. This makes customizing your system's appearance even easier. Armoury Crate also features dedicated sections for product registration and news to help you stay connected with the gaming community.

IMMERSE GAMING
The TUF Gaming B550-PRO offers a comprehensive, high-performance gaming package with a long list of features designed to enhance your gaming experience. These include ultra-fast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with audible positioning for FPS games, and integrated RGB lighting that can be synchronized with connected accessories to create a personalized gaming atmosphere.

EXCLUSIVE 2.5-GIGABIT ETHERNET
The integrated 2.5Gbps Ethernet significantly speeds up your LAN connection, improving bandwidth by up to 2.5 times. You can use this network upgrade with your existing LAN cable to enjoy smooth, lag-free gaming, instant high-resolution video streaming, and faster data transfers.
TURBO LAN
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION FOR CUSTOMIZABLE PRIORIZATION OF NETWORK PACKETS
Turbo LAN is a network optimization tool for customizable prioritization of network packets. Using cFosSpeed traffic shaping technology, it not only allows you to configure the priority of specific applications via an intuitive user interface, but also reduces network latency.
1. TURBO AT THE CLICK OF A MOUSE
With just one mouse click, you can adjust the network transfer priorities!
2. AUTOMATIC DETECTION OF YOUR GAME LIST
Turbo LAN automatically detects all games on your system and adds them to the list.
TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELLING
The Two-Way AI Noise Cancelling software is exclusive to ASUS motherboards and supports 3.5mm*, USB, or Bluetooth headsets. This utility utilizes an extensive database to faithfully reproduce the sound of your voice while suppressing distracting keyboard clicks, mouse clicks, and other ambient noise. The CPU usage is minimal, so the impact on gaming performance is negligible.
EXCLUSIVE REALTEK CODEC
REALTEK S1200A
1. TUF Gaming Audio Cover
The effective shielding preserves the integrity of the audio signal, thus ensuring optimal sound quality.

2. HIGH-DEFINITION AUDIO
Premium Japanese capacitors offer a warm, natural, and captivating sound.

3. EXCLUSIVE S1200A CODEC
The ASUS-exclusive codec delivers a wide soundstage and dynamic sound.

4. AUDIO SHIELDING
It divides the analog/digital domains and drastically reduces multilateral interference.
PRACTICAL SOUND
The unique audio codec, developed in close collaboration with Realtek for the TUF Gaming B550 series motherboards, features an unprecedented signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 108dB for the stereo line-out and an SNR of 103dB for the line-in, ensuring flawless audio quality.
DTS® Custom Technology for Gaming Headsets
Enhance your gaming skills with exclusive DTS® Custom onboard audio. DTS Custom uses advanced emulation techniques to generate positional audio through stereo headphones, setting a new standard. With three presets – Top-down, Soundscape, and Tactical – for different genres, you'll have a decisive advantage in every game.
AERIAL MODE
Experience the sound as if floating above the game world, with sound from the front – perfect for MOBA, RTA, strategy and sports titles!
SOUNDLANDSCAPE MODE
The ideal sound experience for MMO, RPG, action and horror games – your hearing puts you at the center of the action!
TACTICS MODE
Shhh – is that an enemy around the next corner? DTS Custom emphasizes sound details in quiet gameplay passages, so you can hear and pinpoint every step!
OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION
A finely tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers complete control over RGB lighting and features a wide range of functional presets for the integrated RGB LEDs and RGB light strips connected to the motherboard's RGB headers. All LEDs can also be synchronized with a constantly growing range of Aura-compatible hardware.
ADDRESSABLE GEN-2 RGB HEADER
The addressable Gen 2 RGB header can now detect the number of LEDs on second-generation addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically adjust the lighting effects to each individual device. The new connector is also backward compatible with existing Aura RGB hardware.