MSI B450M-A Pro Max Motherboard
B450M-A-PRO-MAX | MSIThis product has been discontinued
Features
Cooling
Stay cool
Cooling your PC is essential for reliable performance. MSI motherboards feature excellent power design with solid and heavy heatsink. We've made sure to include enough fan headers with full control to allow you to cool your system any way you want.

Fully Controllable via BIOS and software
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.
Compatibility
Maximum compatibility
Every MSI motherboards are certified by strict mechanic that feature convenient pin-header keep out zone, friendly SATA & USB location for compatibility with the widest range of components and devices, so DIY user can pick and choose the components they want. More than that, we offer a dedicated Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for the most critical part - memory. Combining with MSI DDR4 Boost technology, we provide the maximum compatibility even over clocking, so you confirm and choose any gaming rig as you want.

Ryzen processor support
MSI X570 motherboards support latest generation RYZEN processors from AMD with updated features and capabilities. Ascend to new heights with a platform built for both creators and gamers.

Memory compatibility & testing
Get stability out of MSI’s extensive and aggressive memory testing and optimization. Working alongside partnered brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.SKILL, and many more, MSI has worked hard to get the most out as many memory configurations as possible
Enhanced performance
MSI motherboards featured all the latest solution for enthusiast gamers and prosumers. CPU and memory enhancement and fast storage and USB transfer speed are ready to be on the battlefield.
CPU
High power efficiency
Power on your RYZEN processor with optimized circuit layouts and high quality power delivery parts for an incredibly stable operation.
Core boost
Core Boost is the latest advancement of MSI’s motherboard CPU power delivery system. A reserved zone of premium power delivery components on an optimized circuit design results in a highly efficient power system capable of precise current output to the CPU.
Memory
Easy overclocking with XMP profile
The XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC lab. It is easy to enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
Storage
Fast and future-ready storage
MSI motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Start games faster, load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies.
Turbo M.2
Enjoy a blazing fast system boot up and insanely quick loading of applications and games with MSI motherboards. Delivering speeds up to 32Gb/s per device using Gen3 x4, Turbo M.2 is over 5 times faster than a regular SATA III connection!
Audio
Sound that pulls you into the game
Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality. MSI Audio Boost delivers the highest sound quality through the use of premium quality audio components. This lets you enjoy breathtaking, studio quality sound to create the most immersive sound experience.
Components
Built on everlasting quality
Using only the finest quality components and integrating the latest technological innovations delivers the best possible professional experience. Rigorous quality testing under the most extreme conditions ensures a super reliable, long-lasting and high performance motherboard.
Super stable gaming with the highest quality components
MSI uses the high quality components , which is shielded by the best protection to make sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions.
With their aluminum core design and Japanese made quality, Solid CAPs are made for high-end design motherboard. Not only do Solid CAPs could provide lower Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), but also work firmly for over-10-year.
A special core design allows the Dark Choke to run at a lower temperature offering better power efficiency and stability.
Specifications
| Socket | AM4 |
| CPU (Max Support) | RYZEN |
| Chipset | AMD® B450 Chipset |
| DDR4 Memory | 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz (by JEDEC) For AMD Ryzen Gen3 (R5/R7/R9) 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3733/ 3866/ 4000/ 4133 MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE) For AMD Other CPU 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466 MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE) |
| Memory Channel | Dual |
| DIMM Slots | 2 |
| Max Memory (GB) | 64 |
| PCI-E x16 | 1 |
| PCI-E Gen | Gen3 |
| PCI-E x1 | 1 |
| SATAIII | 4 |
| M.2 Slot | 1 |
| TPM (header) | 1 |
| LAN | 1x Realtek® 8111H |
| USB 3.2 ports (Front) | 2(Gen1, Type A) |
| USB 3.2 ports (Rear) | 4(Gen1, Type A) |
| USB 2.0 ports (Front) | 4 |
| USB 2.0 ports (Rear) | 2 |
| Serial ports(Front) | 1 |
| Audio ports (Rear) | Realtek® ALC892 Codec |
| DVI-D | 1 |
| HDMI | 1 |
| DirectX | 12 |
| Form Factor | m-ATX |
| Operating System | Support for Windows® 10 64-bit Support for Windows® 7 64-bit To support Windows® 7 64-bit, you must install an AMD Pinnacle Ridge & Summit Ridge CPU. |




