ASUS ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi AMD motherboard

Asus ( ASUS ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi AMD motherboard )

The ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi is built to dominate with AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series Desktop Processors. Its advanced power design and AI solutions ensure peak performance. In addition, the total support of 19 USB ports including USB 20Gbps, as well as WIFI 7 and 2.5Gbps ethernet, provides cutting-edge connectivity. This motherboard delivers the power and speed essential for elite gaming and the demands of advanced AI PC applications.

• Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
• AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors
• Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Advisor, AI Networking II and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance
• Robust Power Solution: 16+2+2 power solution rated for 80A per stage with dual ProCool power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
• Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, and high-conductivity thermal pad
• Latest M.2 Support: Two onboard PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions
• Abundant Connectivity: One USB 20Gbps Type-C® rear I/O port, four USB 10Gbps ports including one USB 10Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI™ port
• High-Performance Networking: On-board WiFi 7 (802.11be) with Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button, and pre-mounted I/O shield
• Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with Dolby Atmos®
• Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including three addressable Gen 2 headers
• Renowned Software: ASUS DriverHub, ASUS GlideX, HWiNFO, Norton 360 for Gamers (60-day free trial), bundled 60-day AIDA64 Extreme trial subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard

ASUS 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 fan speed tuning, and for seasoned PC-building veterans, it can offer guidance and instructions on the latest features offered by ASUS.

*Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.

**AI Advisor functions may vary by platform.

AI NETWORKING II?

• Traffic Monitor
• Armoury Crate's Traffic Monitor tracks your current WiFi channel usage. Move to a less congested channel by clicking the “Channel Switch” button* for improved network performance.
• *The "Channel Switch" function requires pairing with an ASUS router. If not paired with an ASUS router, the channel change process can be performed in the "Router IP" section of the Traffic Monitor.
• Fast Check
• Armoury Crate's Fast Check empowers users to rapidly detect WiFi signal strength
• Direction Finder
• Armoury Crate's Direction Finder* helps users detect the optimal antenna orientation for achieving the best WiFi signal strength.
• *The Direction Finder is only compatible with connections in the 5GHz and 6GHz bands
• Gamefirst
• GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate for an even better user experience. GameFirst optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time, based on intelligent algorithms designed for various application customizable usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for NVIDIA® GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streamingcloud gaming sessions. To provide a better user's experience, GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate.

EZ PC DIY

• PCIE® SLOT Q-Release Slim
• With PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
• M.2 Q-RELEASE
• The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch* to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.
• *Switch may be a lever or button, depending on motherboard model.
• NEW M.2 Q-LATCH
• The new Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with just one press.
• M.2 Q-SLIDE
• This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, 2260 and 2280 for easy device installation.
• 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.?

PCIE 5.0

Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix B850-F offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support. The topmost x16 expansion slot is also protected with a SafeSlot retention bracket to bear the weight of the latest graphics cards. Meanwhile, two of the onboard M.2 slots are geared for blistering 16 GB/s read and write speeds, while the rest can deliver still-impressive 8 GB/s transfers. Every M.2 slot is covered with substantial heatsinks to dispatch the heat of next-gen drives.

Power Design

• POWER ARCHITECTURE
• The VRM features 16+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 80 amps ALLOY CHOKES AND DURABLE CAPACITORS?
• Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards. DUAL PROCOOL POWER CONNECTORS
• ProCool connectors are precision-built to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. EIGHT-LAYER PCB
• A 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.

MEMORY

• DDR5 Strength
• For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, the Strix B850-F 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 the extensive array of settings in the UEFI.
• 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 effortlessly apply to unleash performance.

COOLING?

• VRM HEATSINK ARRAY
• Two thick VRM heatsinks provide cooling capacity across VRMs, and ample surface area and mass to handle the power needs of high-performance AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors. M.2 BACKPLATE
• An integrated backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives can deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted. M.2 HEATSINKS
• Heatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.

NETWORKING

• WIFI 7
• The revolutionary WiFi 7 is up to 4.8X times faster than standard WiFi 6*, thanks to tech like 160 MHz channels** on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM*. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming and industrial IoT.
• Learn more about https://www.asus.com/content/wifi7/
• * WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features.
• ** Specifications vary by model.
•  Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
• Onboard Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with speeds that are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for speedy file transfers, low-latency gaming, and high-res video streaming.

ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.?

Disclaimer: The availability of WiFi 7 varies according to regional regulations.

Wireless Signal Reception Improvement

Versus previous-generation antenna

• Up to
• +6%   6 GHz
•  Up to
• +18%   5/2.4 GHz

USB 20GBPS PORT

A USB 20Gbps Type-C® port offers speedy data transfers up to 20 Gbps.