GIGABYTE - B650M DS3H (Socket AM5) USB 3.2 Gen2 AMD Motherboard - Black

Name: GIGABYTE - B650M DS3H (Socket AM5) USB 3.2 Gen2 AMD Motherboard - Black
Brand: GIGABYTE
SKU: 6523135
Rating: 3.6 (23 reviews)

Model: B650M DS3H

SKU: 6523135

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Key Specs
- Chipset: AMD B650
- Form Factor: microATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket AM5 (LGA 1718) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Number of PCI-E Slots: 1 (How many peripheral component interconnect express slots are available.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: No Wi-Fi standard (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5
General
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- Model Number: B650M DS3H
- Product Name: B650M DS3H (Socket AM5) USB 3.2 Gen2 AMD Motherboard
- Color: Black
Compatibility
- Chipset: AMD B650
- Chipset Compatibility: AMD
- Form Factor: microATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket AM5 (LGA 1718) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Processor Compatibility: AMD Ryzen 7 7000 Series, AMD Ryzen 9 7000 Series, AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows 10, Windows 11 Home
Slot
- Number of M.2 Slots: 2 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
- Number of PCI-E Slots: 1 (How many peripheral component interconnect express slots are available.)
- Number Of PCI-E x16 Slots: 1
- Number Of PCI-E x8 Slots: 0
- Number Of PCI-E x4 Slots: 0
- Number Of PCI-E x2 Slots: 0
- Number Of PCI-E x1 Slots: 1
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
Connectivity
- Power Connector: 24-pin ATX main power connector, 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors (The configuration of the connector as it connects the motherboard to a power supply unit.)
- SATA Connector: 4x SATA 6G (The configuration of the connector as it connects a computer power supply unit to a SATA-based drive.)
- Fan/Cooling System Connector: 1 x CPU fan header,3 x system fan headers (The configuration of the connector as it connects a computer component to a fan or cooling system.)
- Wireless Connectivity: None, None, None, None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: No Wi-Fi standard (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
Ports
- USB Ports: 4 x USB-A 2.0, 3 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x USB-C 3.2, None, None (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Thunderbolt Ports: 0 (The number and type of Thunderbolt ports the product has.)
- Audio Ports: 3 x audio jacks
- Number of Audio Channels: 1 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
Dimensions
- Product Length: 220.98 millimeters (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 254 millimeters (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 48 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5
- Memory Format Supported: DIMM (Memory module size that will fit with the device.)
- Memory Speeds Supported: 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB (48 GB single DIMM capacity) (The RAM's bandwidth rating supported by the device. The number refers to transfer speed. For example, 12800 would indicate that the memory has a theoretical bandwidth of 12,800 megabytes per second (MBs). The higher the number, the faster the speed.)
- Memory Slot Type: 288-pin DIMM
Features
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 01 (RAID 0+1), RAID 10 (RAID 1+0) (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
Other
- UPC: 889523034231

A new era is here. The B650M DS3H supports AM5 Processors and features unparalleled performance. GIGABYTE B650 motherboards come with upgraded power design, high grade storage standards, and outstanding connectivity that enables you to optimize your performance.

Processor compatibility: Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors
DDR5 compatible: 4*SMD DIMMs with AMD EXPO & Intel XMP memory module support
Next gen connectivity: PCIe 5.0, NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2, super speed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 type-C
Sturdy power design: Direct 6+2+1 phases digital VRM solution
Comprehensive thermal design: Advanced thermal design, M.2 thermal guard
Fast networking: 2.5GbE LAN
Fine tuning features: RGB FUSION 2.0, supports addressable LED & RGB LED strips, smart fan 6, Q-Flash Plus update BIOS without installing, CPU, memory, and GPU
Processor compatibility: Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors
DDR5 compatible: 4*SMD DIMMs with AMD EXPO & Intel XMP memory module support
Next gen connectivity: PCIe 5.0, NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2, super speed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 type-C
Sturdy power design: Direct 6+2+1 phases digital VRM solution
Comprehensive thermal design: Advanced thermal design, M.2 thermal guard
Fast networking: 2.5GbE LAN
Fine tuning features: RGB FUSION 2.0, supports addressable LED & RGB LED strips, smart fan 6, Q-Flash Plus update BIOS without installing, CPU, memory, and GPU

Q: Will the b650 be better for a ryzen 5600x 6 core 12 thread or a b550?

A: The 600 series of motherboards is incompatible with ryzen cpus below ryzen 7000. Your ryzen 5600x has a different socket and is not compatible with any 600 series motherboard ( A620, B650, X670 ). It is however compatible with all 500 series motherboards and some 400 and even 300 series motherboards, though I would suggest going with a B550 motherboard. Dont get the A520 motherboard as you have a X series chip which draws more power.

Q: Is this motherboard compatible with windows 11?

A: Hi User, Yes this motherboard is fully compatible with Windows 11. Hope this helps! - John

Q: Will I be able to install a ryzen 9 7900x on this motherboard?

A: Hi User, Yes the B650M DS3H supports the Ryzen 9 7900x. Hope this helps answers your question! - John (Gigabyte USA)

Q: is this motherboard compatible with a gddr5 GPU?

A: Hi User, Yes this will be compatible with any GPU from PCI Gen3.0 and up. Hope this helps answer your question! - John (Gigabyte USA)

Q: Does this motherboard support ethernet connection and if so what speed ethernet connection does it support?

A: It has 2.5 gigabit ethernet built in.

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the B650M DS3H motherboard's overall performance, but some users have noted challenges with RAM compatibility and speed. Issues with PCIE performance, particularly concerning high-end GPUs and WiFi cards, have also been reported. A noticeable coil whine has been mentioned by several users as a potential drawback. Therefore, potential buyers should carefully consider their RAM and GPU choices before purchasing.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A solid option at the price.
The reviews on this seem mixed, so I thought I would add my own. I've worked in IT for over 20 years. This motherboard is a great value for the price. It's not perfect, but it works well right out of the box and Gigabyte does a nice job making driver installs very easy. A lot of reviews mentioned dead boards but I had no issues at all. Maybe there were issues with the first runs, but that's also why I tend to wait until a product has been out for 6 months or so before ordering. Let others be the beta testers, especially with a new platform like AM5. Installing Windows was easy, installing drivers also very easy. Firmware updates were also simple. The build quality is great, I was surprised by the heft to the board, but AM5 adds great features like a permanent backplate, and Gigabyte added a lot of nice heat sink options to this board. Very few negatives bring the score down a bit. For the price, it should have wifi and bluetooth. It also should have a better back plate. That's really it, otherwise, great motherboard.
Posted 2 years ago by JayO
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Early BIOS was finicky, board rocks after update!
I got this board because it seemed to be good enough for a 7700x based gaming PC, and I wasn't planning on overclocking it. (I got lucky and now that there has been some legit reviews, this is the best bang for the buck AM5 in early 2023 if you don't feel the need for any PCIE 5.0) When I got it it wouldn't post. Not a big issue, guessing it was the earlier UEFI/BIOS got stuck memory training. Cleared the CMOS, booted up right away. Updated to newest BIOS. EXPO set correctly, windows installed easily, and with mid tier CL36 DDR5 5600 I'm still getting baller FPS with my 7900XTX. (sidenote, apparently DDR5 takes longer for the board to acknowledge it correctly? "memory training"? watch some tech tubers, they explain it way better than I can)
Posted 2 years ago by Glenn
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wondeful to work with motherboard.
This is one of the best value for your money AM5 motherboards out there. As with all AM5 boards ake sure to inspect the CPU socket for bent pads, and when you install the RAM have the motherboard on a flat hard surface to make sure the RAM seats properly. All of the ports work, and there are no compromises on connectivity, and from the M.2 working at the same time as all the expansion slots and the SATA ports. I will note update the BIO/UEFI before changing any settings beyond default and you should have no problems enabling higher RAM speeds, and yes the motherboard does let you multiplex the 16x slot a huge plus if you want to put a M.2 carrier card in it and use the CPU's integrated graphics for example in a home file server.
Posted 2 years ago by Pcdude99