ASUS TUF GAMING B550M-PLUS
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ASUS TUF GAMING B550M-PLUS
The TUF Gaming B550M-Plus takes the essential elements of the latest AMD platform and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive set of cooling options, this motherboard delivers rock-solid performance with unwavering gaming stability. When you build with a TUF Gaming motherboard, you also benefit from the TUF Gaming Alliance—an ASUS collaboration with trusted industry partners that ensures easier building, the best compatibility, and complementary aesthetics from components to case.
AMD B550
Chipset
AMD AM4
Socket
mATX (Micro ATX)
Form factor
DDR4
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASUS TUF GAMING B550M-PLUS motherboard
- Durable design with military-grade TUF components for maximum stability
- 8+2 DrMOS power stages with Digi+ VRM technology for precise voltage control
- Extensive cooling options including massive VRM heatsinks and M.2 heatsinks
- Integrated Realtek S1200A gaming sound card with DTS Custom for a realistic experience
- Advanced network connectivity with integrated 2.5Gb Ethernet
- Compatibility and a unified design thanks to the TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem
- RGB lighting with ASUS Aura Sync support and addressable RGB headers
TUF Gaming B550M-Plus – a powerful foundation for your gaming rig
With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, the TUF Gaming B550M-Plus is the perfect foundation for high-core-count battle rigs. The onboard VRM utilises 8+2 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors demand. Stack Cool 3+ technology with nearly 60-gram copper layers effectively draws heat away from critical components, keeping them at their optimal operating temperature and providing more headroom to overclock your CPU.
Reliable power and durable TUF components
The 8-pin ProCool connector is built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines, enabling lower impedance and better heat dissipation to prevent overheating and connector failure. Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-steady power to the CPU, improving system stability, while proprietary capacitors provide up to 20% greater temperature tolerance and 5× longer lifespan. The integrated Digi+ VRM module is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth, clean and continuous power delivery to the processor.
Advanced cooling and smart fan management
A large, high-mass VRM heatsink with an extensive surface area and high-quality thermal pads improves heat transfer from the VRM and choke area, while an M.2 heatsink keeps the SSD at optimal operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability. The TUF Gaming B550M-Plus also offers comprehensive fan control via ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ or the UEFI BIOS. It supports multiple temperature sources, auto-detects PWM/DC fans, and lets you customise cooling based on the workload, while a dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from overheating and overcurrent.
Fast storage and modern connectivity
TUF Gaming B550M motherboards support a PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot with transfer speeds of up to 64Gbps and NVMe SSD RAID configuration options for maximum performance on the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen platform. They also offer extensive peripheral connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C ports, ensuring fast and reliable connections for modern gaming setups.
Easy DIY PC build
TUF Gaming motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want—even for first-time builders. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while the Armoury Crate software offers full control over system settings via a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards give you everything you need to build your dream gaming rig without adding complexity.
Build with confidence
The TUF Gaming Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC-component brands. This alliance ensures compatibility with a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With more partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF Gaming Alliance continues to grow ever stronger.
SafeSlot technology
SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured in a single step using a new insert-moulding process, SafeSlot integrates fortifying metal for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional solder points.
Advanced component protection
ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10kV of air discharge and +/- 6kV of contact discharge—greatly surpassing the industry standards. Protection includes keyboard and mouse connectors with additional transient-voltage-suppression, a VGA output with on-circuit ESD TVS diodes, and USB connectors protected by TVS diodes for surface-mount. Meanwhile, TUF LANGuard with signal-coupling technology and premium military-grade capacitors ensures better throughput and protection against electrostatic discharge and lightning strikes.
TUF-level network and I/O port protection
Integrated resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This protection extends across the I/O ports to the DRAM, ensuring the longevity of your system and connected devices. TUF Gaming motherboards feature a rear I/O panel made of stainless steel which is corrosion-resistant with chromium oxide, providing a lifespan three times longer than traditional panels. Thanks to this protective feature, TUF Gaming motherboards passed a 72-hour salt fog test, whereas other brands typically only undergo a 24-hour test.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility that gives you centralised control of supported gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate lets you easily customise RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronise them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting effects. You can also turn on the AI noise-cancelling microphone feature for crystal-clear in-game voice communication. The software also provides control over settings for a select and ever-growing number of products, including keyboard and mouse preferences, laptop overclocking, and fan speeds, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even includes dedicated product registration and news areas to help you stay in touch with the gaming community.
BIOS FlashBack™
BIOS FlashBack™ is the easiest and safest (UEFI) BIOS update method. Simply drag the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB flash drive, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without a memory or CPU installed.
Gaming package with fast networking, clean audio and an RGB atmosphere
The TUF Gaming B550M-Plus offers a complete gaming package, including ultra-fast networking for smooth online gaming, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS games, and integrated RGB lighting that synchronises with accessories. The built-in 2.5G Ethernet provides up to 2.5× higher bandwidth for lag-free gaming, faster streaming and file transfers, while the Turbo LAN software with cFosSpeed technology allows for intuitive network traffic prioritisation. With a single click, it boosts transfer priority and automatically detects games for optimised performance.
AI noise-cancelling microphone
The AI noise-cancelling microphone software is exclusive to ASUS motherboards and supports 3.5mm, USB, or Bluetooth headsets. This utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to preserve the sound of your voice while eliminating distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks, and other forms of environmental noise. The software places only a slight load on the CPU, ensuring minimal impact on gaming performance.
Premium gaming audio with Realtek S1200A and DTS Custom
The TUF Gaming B550M-Plus is equipped with the exclusive Realtek S1200A codec, developed in collaboration with ASUS, which offers a 108dB signal-to-noise ratio for stereo line-out and 103dB SNR for line-in, delivering crystal-clear audio. Effective shielding protects signal integrity, and the separation of analogue and digital domains minimises interference, while premium Japanese capacitors ensure warm, natural, and immersive sound. Thanks to DTS® Custom technology with positional tones and three presets (Aerial, Soundscape, Tactical), gamers gain a distinct advantage in every game.
Outshine the competition
A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.
Port configuration
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 2
- M.2 Slot 1 – M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- M.2 Slot 2 – M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 2
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 1
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 1
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1
Graphics
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Sound card: Realtek ALC S1220A
- Rear connectors: Jack, Optical S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: PS/2, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps
- Internal: ARGB LED Header, RGB LED Header, COM header, TPM header
- Power: 24pin, 8pin
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it is important to pay particular attention to the motherboard's socket type, form factor, and chipset. These are the most important parameters and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket will determine the choice of a suitable processor, while the other connectors will determine the choice of other components for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Series
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Colour
| Code: | ACb550tgmp |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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| Manufacturer information |
ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. 1F.,No.15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 Tel: +886-2-2894-3447 Tel: +886-2-2890-7798 https://gr.asus.com/ProductSafety ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Harkortstrasse 21-23 40880 Ratingen Germany, Europe Email: [email protected] ASUS COMPUTER GmbH, Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany, Europe, [email protected] ASUS is a symbol of the growth of Taiwan's economy. The firm's beginnings date back to April 2, 1989, when as a small manufacturer of motherboards began his work with a few employees. Today, Asus employs more than 12,500 employees worldwide. ASUS products can be found in almost every category of the information technology marketplace. ASUS is focused on desktops, laptops, phones, optical drives and components. In the manufacture of motherboards, the company is now the dominant player with a staggering 40% market share. 
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