ASUS B650EM Plus WiFi DDR5 Motherboard

The ASUS TUF Gaming B650EM Plus WiFi DDR5 Motherboard features an AM5 socket supporting AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 CPUs, DDR5 memory across four DIMM slots, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and three M.2 sockets (one PCIe 5.0, two PCIe 4.0), all packed into a sturdy micro-ATX board. It includes WiFi 6E, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, robust 12 plus 2 plus 1 power stages with military-grade components, plenty of USB connectivity including USB-C 20Gbps, BIOS FlashBack and excellent cooling headroom.

Warning: This product contains a button battery - If swallowed, a lithium battery can cause severe or fatal injuries with 2 hours. - Keep batteries out of reach of children. - If you think batteries may have been swallowed or placed inside any of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Features

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TUF Gaming B650EM-Plus WiFi

ASUS TUF GAMING B650EM-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest AM5 Socket for AMD Ryzen™ Desktop 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. Aesthetically, this model incorporates rugged off-black and geometric design elements to reflect the dependability and stability that defines the TUF GAMING series. This platform delivers the power and connectivity that advanced AI PC applications demand.

• 12(80A)+2(80A)+1(80A) power stages with enlarged VRM heatsinks
• PCIe® 5.0 for graphics cards and M.2 storage
• DDR5 memory module support
• USB 20Gbps Type-C® and a front-panel USB 5Gbps Type-C® header
• 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• WiFi 6E
• Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation

Spec Overview

• DisplayPort
• HDMI™
• 4 x USB 2.0
• 2 x USB 10Gbps
• 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C®
• 1 x USB 5Gbps
• Realtek 2.5Gb
• Wi-Fi 6E
• BIOS FlashBack™
• 3 x Audio jacks
• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
  ASUS SafeSlot
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1
• Realtek 7.1 Audio CODEC
  Audio Shielding
  Premium audio capacitors
  Dedicated audio PCB layers
• ProCool Connectors
• 12(80A)+2(80A)+1(80A) Power Stages
• 3 x Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
• DDR5
• Dual Channel
• AEMP
• AM5 Socket for AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processors
• 1 x Front USB 5Gbps Header
• 1 x Front USB 5Gbps Type-C®
• AMD B650 Chipset
• 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x 4
• 2 X M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Ports
• 2 x Front USB 2.0 Headers

Intelligent Control

Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS TUF GAMING series. The TUF GAMING B650E motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximise productivity.

PBO Enhancement

CPU Performance Boost

AMD Precision Boost Overdrive(PBO) pushes the CPU current and voltage budget to opportunistically increase performance. By aggressively tuning the PBO parameters, AMD‘s algorithm can leverage the motherboard’s robust power solution to ramp up performance even higher.

UEFI BIOS

The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners and comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Advanced Mode

Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers

An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.

Search Function

Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

ASUS User Profile

Transfer configuration settings between different BIOS versions, or share them with friends.

EZ Mode

Quick and Simple Setup

EZ mode displays vital settings and stats, and it offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings - all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.

Intuitive Graphical Fan Control

Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth)

Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a subdued aesthetic touch.

Armoury Crate

The ASUS-exclusive Armoury Crate centralises easy control of supported gaming products. A single intuitive interface lets you customise RGB lighting for all compatible devices and link them to Aura Sync for unified illumination. It also offers information and control for a select and growing hardware ecosystem, with input device settings, Fan Xpert 2+ and Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation. Armoury Crate even features product registration, and a news section to stay in touch with the gaming community.

• Hardware Information
• Fan Xpert 2+
• Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation
• Aura Sync
• Driver & Manual Download
• Account Management

Rock-Solid Performance

With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel AMD's latest CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF GAMING B650E motherboards are the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count AMD battle rig.

Power Design

Driver and MOSFET

12(80A)+2(80A)+1(80A)

12(80A)+2(80A)+1(80A) power stages are rated to handle up to 80 amperes, combining high-side and low-side MOSFETS and drivers into a single package to deliver power, efficiency and stable performance for all compatible AMD processors.

Power Connector

8+8 Pin 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.

• Enhanced Solid Pin - 10A - Up to 42% Improvements

*The theoretical value is for reference only.

System Stability

TUF Components

TUF Chokes

Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability.

TUF Capacitors

The TUF 5K black metallic capacitors provide 52% wider temperature tolerance and a 2.5X-longer lifespan than standard motherboard capacitors.

• 52 % Temperature
• 2.5 x Lifespan

Controller

Digi+ VRM

The integrated Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, optimised 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 TUF GAMING B650E motherboards, you can extract all of 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.

For entry-level modules without EXPO™ memory support, we’ve got your back.

DDR5 Dominance

For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, TUF GAMING B650E motherboards are primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via the extensive array of settings in the UEFI.

PCIe® 5.0 M.2

PCIe 5.0 Support

TUF GAMING B650E motherboards also feature one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps (Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.), and all M.2 slots support for NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.

• PCIe 5.0x4 - 128 Bandwidth (Gbps)

Cooling

Cooler By Design

1. Enlarged VRM Heatsink

The extensive surface area of this heatsink covers the VRMs and chokes to improve heat dissipation.

2. Optimised M.2 Heatsink Design

All M.2 slots have dedicated heatsinks, keeping M.2 SSDs at optimal operating temperatures to ensure consistent performance and reliability.

Comprehensive Fan Controls

TUF GAMING B650E motherboards feature comprehensive fan controls that can be configured via Fan Xpert 2+ utility in Armoury Crate or the award-winning ASUS UEFI BIOS. 

Multiple Temperature Source

Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 2+ or via the UEFI.

AIO Water-Cooling

An integrated AiO system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps, making it perfect for custom or self-contained cooling setups.

Smart Fan Protection

A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excess heat and electrical currents.

4-Pin PWM/DC Fan

All onboard chassis fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

Connectivity

TUF GAMING B650 motherboards reach new heights of performance potential with the latest version of PCI Express, while an arsenal of USB ports includes two Type-C® connections, and bandwidth even further.

USB 20Gbps Type-C

Extensive USB support ensures connections to a wide array of external devices. This TUF GAMING motherboard includes a USB 20Gbps Type-C® port on the rear I/O panel that delivers transfer speeds of up to 20 Gbps.

PCIe 5.0

The latest AMD processors bring PCIe 5.0 support to the market. 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 x 16 - 512 Aggregate Bandwidth (Gbps)

Front USB 5Gbps Type-C®

A full complement of USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a front-panel USB 5Gbps Type-C® connector that provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps.

Easy PC DIY

The TUF GAMING line offers easy setup for all builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem grants compatibility, while Armoury Crate has Fan Xpert 2+, hardware info, Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation, RGB options and peripheral settings. This platform has intuitive tools to build and optimise dream rigs.

TUF Gaming Alliance

Build with Confidence

TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility across a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With new partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF GAMING Alliance will continue to grow even stronger.

TUF Protection

SafeSlot & SafeDIMM

SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Meanwhile, strong ASUS SafeDIMM sheathes support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert your modules with speed, accuracy and confidence.

ESD Guards

ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge — greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual in-line package help protect your PC from voltage spikes.

USB Connectors

Additional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression.

TUF LANGuard

TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.

• 2.5x Higher Surge Tolerance Line to Ground - 15KV

*ESD result is undertaken by individual LANGuard

Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel

TUF GAMING motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a lifespan that’s three times longer than traditional panels. With this protective feature, TUF GAMING motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.

• 3 x Longer Lifespan
• 72 hr Salt Fog Testing

Easy Configuration

M.2 Q-Latch

The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the M.2 SSD, neatly eliminating the need for screws.

Removable Captive Screws

Specialised M.2 slot screws reduce the risk of dropping or losing a screw somewhere in your case during M.2 heatsink removal.

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.

Immersive Gaming

TUF GAMING B650E motherboards provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS Gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached gear to personalise your gaming atmosphere.

Networking

WiFi 6E

Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It delivers ultrafast wireless networking speeds and improved capacity, as well as better performance in dense wireless environments. (WiFi 6E availability and features are dependent on regulatory limitations and co-existence with 5 GHz WiFi.)

MyASUS

MyASUS offers a variety of support features to help you contact customer service, troubleshoot issues and optimise product performance. You can also use MyASUS to enable the WiFi SmartConnect function to automatically connect to the wireless router with the best signal.

2.5 Gb Ethernet

2.5 Gb on-board Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch with a bandwidth improvement of up to 2.5X. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.

Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation

This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone (An audio splitter (3.5 mm audio jack Y-cable) is necessary when using a 3.5 mm headset.) and incoming audio while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are removed so you can hear and be heard with perfect clarity while gaming or during calls.

• 500M Deep-Learning Database
• Audio Input/output
• High Fidelity
• Minimal Performance Impact

Audio

Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound

The unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek for TUF GAMING B650 motherboards features an unprecedented 98 dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line out, providing pristine audio quality.

Better Audio Effects

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 customise audio settings.

• Music Mode
• Movie Mode
• Game Mode
• Custom Audio

Lighting

Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header

Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers will support up to 500 LEDs on Gen 2 RGB devices, empowering Aura Sync to automatically tailor lighting effects across your whole system. The new headers also offer full backward compatibility with existing Aura Sync gear.

Build for the Most Advanced PC for Gaming and Creating

When only the fastest will do, ASUS motherboards deliver. With faster dual-channel DDR5 memory support, AMD EXPO™ technology and PCIe® 5.0 support for both graphics and NVMe, you can play the most demanding games and deliver your biggest projects with the revolutionary performance of an ASUS motherboard and AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors.