Gigabyte B650M Gaming X AX DDR5 Motherboard

Introducing the Gigabyte B650M Gaming X AX (Rev. 1.3) motherboard, a powerhouse designed for AMD Socket AM5 to seamlessly support the latest AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors. Engineered for unparalleled performance, it boasts a Direct 6+2+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution for optimal power delivery. Elevate your system's memory capabilities with Dual Channel DDR5 support across 4SMD DIMMs, enhanced by AMD EXPO™ and Intel® XMP Memory Module compatibility. The board ensures SuperSpeed storage with 2PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors and features an Advanced Thermal Design with M.2 Thermal Guard to maintain VRM power stability and unlock the full potential of 25110 M.2 SSD performance. The EZ-Latch design simplifies hardware upgrades with Quick Release and Screwless features for PCIe x16 Slot & M.2 Connectors. Enjoy lightning-fast networks with 2.5GbE LAN and Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax. The extended connectivity options include 2DP, HDMI, and 2USB-C® 10Gb/s ports. Smart Fan 6 technology offers intelligent cooling with multiple temperature sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers featuring FAN STOP. Plus, the Q-Flash Plus feature allows BIOS updates without the need to install the CPU, memory, and graphics card. Unleash the full potential of your gaming rig with the Gigabyte B650M Gaming X AX motherboard.

Features

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B650M Gaming X AX (Rev. 1.3)

• AMD Socket AM5: Supports AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors
• Unparalleled Performance: Direct 6+2+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution
• Dual Channel DDR5: 4*SMD DIMMs with AMD EXPO™ & Intel® XMP Memory Module Support
• SuperSpeed Storage: 2*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
• Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard: To Ensure VRM Power Stability & 25110 M.2 SSD Performance
• EZ-Latch: PCIe x16 Slot & M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
• Fast Networks: 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
• Extended Connectivity: 2*DP, HDMI, 2*USB-C® 10Gb/s
• Smart Fan 6: Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
• Q-Flash Plus: Update BIOS Without Installing the CPU, Memory and Graphics Card

Overview

• Solid Pin CPU Power Connector
• 4*USB 2.0
• Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax 2T2R & BT 5 with Gaming Antenna
• 2*DisplayPort
• HDMI
• 1*USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A + Type-C®
• Q-FLASH PLUS Button
• 2*USB 3.2 Gen 1
• 2.5GbE LAN
• Advanced Thermal Design
  Fully Covered MOSFET Heatsinks
  5 W/mk Thermal Conductivity Pad
  Integrated I/O Shield
• M.2 EZ-Latch
• Hi-Fi Audio
  8-Ch HD Audio
  Audio Noise Guard
  High-End Audio Capacitor
• RGB FUSION
  2*Addressable LED Header
  1*RGB LED Header
• Direct 6+2+1 Digital VRM Design
  60A Smart Power Stage (Power Stage maximum current capacity is based on VCORE Phase.)
  6-Layer 2X Copper PCB
  PCIe 4.0 Ready Mid-Loss PCB
• Socket AM5 Supports AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors
• Dual Channel SMD DDR5 Memory
• Smart Fan 6
  4*PWM/DC Fan Headers
  Dual Fan Curve Mode
• Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®
• PCIe EZ-Latch
• 2*M.2 Ultra Storage Performance Connectors
  2*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 with Enlarged Thermal Guards
• 4*SATA 6Gb/s
• Multi-Key
  Multiple function set by BIOS
  Reset/RGB Switch/Direct to BIOS/Safe Mode

Durable Performance

GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ motherboards built with optimal components inside out provide the prime performance and timeless platform.

Digital VRM Design

6+2+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution

GIGABYTE UD series motherboards use a 6+2+1 phases digital PWM design to support AMD's new generation CPU by offering incredible precision in delivering power to the motherboard's most power-hungry and energy-sensitive components as well as delivering enhanced system performance and ultimate hardware scalability.

EXPO & XMP Support

DDR5 EXPO & XMP Overclocking Up to 8000 and Beyond*

GIGABYTE is offering a tested and proven platform that the memory overclocking capability is able up to 8000 and beyond. All users need to do for achieving this extreme memory performance boost is to ensure that their DDR5 memory modules are AMD EXPO™/ Intel® XMP capable, the EXPO/XMP function is activated and enabled on their GIGABYTE motherboard.

* EXPO/XMP profiles support may vary depending on memory modules.

* Please refer the completed validated memory support list.

* Product features may vary by model.

Unlock DDR5 Voltage

Secure Mode

MB provides fixed 5V to Native DDR5 memory and built-in PMIC outputs locked 1.1v to memory IC.

• GIGABYTE exclusive circuit design unlocks Native DDR5 voltage control
• Transforms Native DDR5 memory module to Overclocked DDR5 memory
• Increases DDR5 memory overclocking performance and capability
• Supports all PMIC vendors for maximum compatibility

* Memory overclocking capability will vary based on users' hardware configuration

• DDR4-DDR4 voltage is managed by MB with wide range
• Native DDR5

GIGABYTE Exclusive DDR5 Circuit Design

Programmable Mode

GIGABYTE’s exclusive design unlocks Native DDR5 PMIC secure mode into programmable mode and control Native DDR5 voltage with wide range.

• Unlocked Native DDR5
• 100% Native DDR5
• Lower CAS Latency
• Higher Frequency

Shielded Memory Routing

All memory routing is under the PCB inner layer shielded by a large ground layer to protect from external interference.

EXPO and XMP Dual Support

GIGABYTE AM5 MB supports both AMD EXPO™ and Intel® XMP overclocking memory modules for maximal compatibility. MB will automatically detect both profiles format in SPD, users can choose to enable one of profiles from BIOS menu and easily reach overclocked memory performance.

DDR5 Auto Booster

Automatically Boost the Native DDR5 frequency to 5000MHz while the system is under heavy loading by a single click.

AMD EXPO™ and Intel® XMP 3.0 User Profile

• SPD Re-defined or retrieve from database
• Performance Simulation
• Save/Load Profile
• Overclocked Performance
• Profile Clearance

Define and create your own SPD profile into Native, AMD EXPO™ and Intel® XMP 3.0 memory modules. One user-defined profile can be saved, loaded either locally or from/to an external storage device.

• One empty SPD profile can be defined by users and carry to next computer
• Quick memory performance simulation based on user input clock and timing parameters
• Profile save and load function to share your memory parameters online

Thermal

Fully Covered MOSFET Heatsink

3X Large Surface

Increased surface area up to 3X larger compared to traditional heatsinks. It improves heat dissipation from the MOSFETs.

Real One-piece Build

TMOS is a TRUE single piece heatsink. Its one-piece design and larger surface drastically improve the cooling performance against competitors' multi-piece design.

M.2 Thermal Guard

The M.2 Thermal Guard prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed M.2 SSDs as it helps to dissipate heat before it becomes an issue.

6-Layer & 2X Copper PCB

2X copper PCBs design effectively lower the component temperature by its high thermal conductivity and low impedance.

Future Connectivity

The ultimate connectivity with blazing data-transfer speeds through the next generation network and storage.

802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E

The latest Wireless solution 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E with new dedicated 6GHz band, enables gigabit wireless performance, provides smooth video streaming, better gaming experience, few dropped connections and speeds up to 2.4Gbps. Moreover, Bluetooth 5 provides 4X range over BT 4.2 and with faster transmission.

2.5GbE LAN

Supercharge your gaming with 2.5GbE LAN Achieve lightning-fast speeds, minimal lag, and unbeatable performance to elevate your gaming setup and dominate the competition.

PCIe 4.0 Hardware Design

GIGABYTE B650 Motherboards are ready to work with the PCIe 4.0 devices which are expected to experience twice bandwidth than the current PCIe 3.0 devices. To reach the high speed and maintain good signal integrity, GIGABYTE R&D uses the low impedance PCB to provide the maximum performance.

Hi-Fi Audio

High-End Audio Capacitors

GIGABYTE motherboards use high-end audio capacitors. These high quality capacitors help deliver high resolution and high fidelity audio to provide the most realistic sound effects for gamers.

Audio Noise Guard

GIGABYTE motherboards feature an audio noise guard that essentially separates the board’s sensitive analogue audio components from potential noise pollution at the PCB level.

Easy Friendly

Innovative and intuitive hardware, software, and BIOS interface design to create your personal style.

EZ-Latch

Unlock the latch of the PCIe slot easily when remove the graphics card in the PCIe slot.

M.2 EZ-Latch

Attach and remove your M.2 module with ease.

Q-Flash Plus

Update the BIOS easily without installing the CPU, memory and graphics card. With GIGABYTE Q-Flash Plus, you don't need to install the CPU, memory and graphics card nor enter the BIOS menu to flash the BIOS. Just download and save a new BIOS file (rename to gigabyte.bin) on the USB flash drive, then press the dedicated Q-Flash Plus button and you’re good to go!

• Step 1: Plug 24pin & 8pin power supply cable on motherboard
• Step 2: Download motherboard BIOS file and rename to ""gigabyte.bin"", save to USB flashdrive, and plug USB flashdrive into Q-Flash USB port
• Step 3: Press Q-Flash Plus button, and motherboard will start updating BIOS automatically.

Smart Fan 6

Smart Fan 6 contains several unique cooling features that ensure gaming PC maintain its performance while staying cool and quiet. Multiple fan headers can support PWM/DC fan and pump, and users can easily define each fan curve based on different temperature sensors across the board via intuitive user interface.

Cooling Features

• High Current Support: Each fan headers support PWM and DC fan and Water Cooling Pump , and up to 24W (12V x 2A) with Over-Current Protection
• Precision Control: Multiple temperature/fan speed control points for precise fan curve
• Dual Curve Mode: Slope/Stair dual mode for different user scenario
• Fan Stop: Fan can stop completely below users' specified temperature point

Smart Fan 6 BIOS UI

• Improve fan curve UI: We increase control points from 5 to 7 and larger fan speed graph for precise and easier fan curve control.
• Slope/Stair dual graph mode: Fan curve can be quickly switch with Slope and Stair modes for different user scenario. Slope is traditional and intuitive linear fan speed curve. With newly added Stair non-linear mode, fan keeps at same speed between specified temperature interval.
• Manual Input: For advanced users, we provide fan speed manual input for more precise control.
• EZ Tuning: Use can place 4 EZ Tuning points at rough temperature/fan speed, and Smart Fan 6 can quickly generate a fan curve.
• Fan curve profile: Fan curve profile can be saved in BIOS ROM, profile will be kept after updating BIOS.

Gigabyte Control Center

GIGABYTE CONTROL CENTER (GCC) is a unified software for all GIGABYTE supported products. It provides newly designed intuitive user interface to control all essential function.

• Unified software platform for all Gigabyte supported products
• Intuitive user interface for an eased experience
• Modularized control components only for installed hardware
• Auto update function to keep system up to date and support future products

RGB Fusion

Customize the RGB lighting on the motherboard or devices that connect to it.

This Changes Everything

From this New Platform, You Can See the Future.

Easy Overclocking Game On

Get into the game faster with AMD EXPO™ Technology.