MSI - B550 GAMING PLUS (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Motherboard - Black
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Specifications
- ChipsetAMD B550Form FactorATXProcessor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)Number of PCI-E Slots4Wireless Networking StandardNo Wi-Fi standardNumber Of Memory Slots4
- Key Specs
- Chipset: AMD B550
- Form Factor: ATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket AM4 (PGA 1331) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Number of PCI-E Slots: 4 (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: DDR4
- General
- Brand: MSI
- Model Number: B550GPLUS
- Product Name: B550 GAMING PLUS (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Motherboard
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Chipset: AMD B550
- Chipset Compatibility: AMD
- Form Factor: ATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket AM4 (PGA 1331) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Processor Compatibility: AMD Ryzen 7 5000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7 3000 Series, AMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series, AMD Ryzen 5 3000 Series
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows 10, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro
- 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: 4 (How many peripheral component interconnect express slots are available.)
- Number Of PCI-E x16 Slots: 2
- Number Of PCI-E x1 Slots: 2
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Connectivity
- SATA Connector: SATA 6 Gbps (The configuration of the connector as it connects a computer power supply unit to a SATA-based drive.)
- Fan/Cooling System Connector: 6x 4-pin (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: 5 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Audio Ports: 1x Front Audio (JAUD)
- Number of Audio Channels: 7.1 (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: 304.8 millimeters (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 50.8 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: 24 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR4
- Memory Format Supported: UDIMM (Memory module size that will fit with the device.)
- Memory Speeds Supported: 4400 (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
- Multi-GPU Support: CrossFire
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 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: 824142218600
The MAG series was born through rigorous quality testing and designed to be a symbol of sturdiness and durability. Focused on providing the best user experience, the MAG series has a simple installation process coupled with a friendly user interface making it the best choice for entry level gamers. MAG B550 Gaming PLus features high-bandwidth and low-latency 2.5G plus Gigabit LAN for power users. Onboard 2.5Gbps connectivity provides incredible data transfer speed faster than ever before. MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive for your applications, giving you the best online experience with low latency.
- Supports AMD Ryzen 7 and Ryzen processors: In an AM4 socket.
- Up to 4866+MHz: 4 x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB 1 Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by JEDEC Supports DDR4 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/ 3733 / 3866/ 4000/ 4133/ 4266/ 4400+ MHz by A-XMP OC MODE
- AMD CrossFireX graphics support: 1x HDMI 2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz 1 2 1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz 1 Maximum shared memory of 16GB
- Four 288-pin DDR4 SDRAM DIMM sockets: Support up to 64GB of system memory.
- AUDIO: Realtek® ALC892 Codec 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio Supports S/PDIF output
- STORAGE: 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports 2x M.2 slots (Key M) M2_1 slot (from AMD Processor) Supports PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x4 1 Supports SATA 6Gb/s Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices M2_2 slot (from AMD B550 chipset) Supports PCIe 3.0x4 Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
- EXPANSION SLOTS: 1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1) 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3), supports x4 speed 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
- RAID: Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
- USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal connector, and 2 ports are available through the internal USB 3.2 Gen 1) 8x USB 2.0 ports (4 Type-A ports back, 4 ports internal USB 2.0 connectors) 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-C port and 1 Type-A port) 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports
- INTERNAL CONNECTORS: 1x 24-pin ATX main power 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2x M.2 slots (M-Key) 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C port 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
- INTERNAL CONNECTORS: 1x4-pin CPU fan connector 1x4-pin water-pump fan connector 6x4-pin system fan connectors 1xFront panel audio connector 2xSystem panel connectors 1xChassis Intrusion connector 1x4-pin RGB LED connector 2x3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors 1xTPM module connector 1x Clear CMOS jumper
- Supports AMD Ryzen 7 and Ryzen processors: In an AM4 socket.
- Up to 4866+MHz: 4 x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB 1 Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by JEDEC Supports DDR4 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/ 3733 / 3866/ 4000/ 4133/ 4266/ 4400+ MHz by A-XMP OC MODE
- AMD CrossFireX graphics support: 1x HDMI 2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz 1 2 1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz 1 Maximum shared memory of 16GB
- Four 288-pin DDR4 SDRAM DIMM sockets: Support up to 64GB of system memory.
- AUDIO: Realtek® ALC892 Codec 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio Supports S/PDIF output
- STORAGE: 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports 2x M.2 slots (Key M) M2_1 slot (from AMD Processor) Supports PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x4 1 Supports SATA 6Gb/s Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices M2_2 slot (from AMD B550 chipset) Supports PCIe 3.0x4 Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
- EXPANSION SLOTS: 1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1) 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3), supports x4 speed 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
- RAID: Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
- USB: 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal connector, and 2 ports are available through the internal USB 3.2 Gen 1) 8x USB 2.0 ports (4 Type-A ports back, 4 ports internal USB 2.0 connectors) 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-C port and 1 Type-A port) 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports
- INTERNAL CONNECTORS: 1x 24-pin ATX main power 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2x M.2 slots (M-Key) 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C port 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
- INTERNAL CONNECTORS: 1x4-pin CPU fan connector 1x4-pin water-pump fan connector 6x4-pin system fan connectors 1xFront panel audio connector 2xSystem panel connectors 1xChassis Intrusion connector 1x4-pin RGB LED connector 2x3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors 1xTPM module connector 1x Clear CMOS jumper
Product Manuals
Q: What kind of audio output does this motherboard have?
A: It has 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio and supports S/PDIF output.
Q: How many SATA ports are there?
A: This motherboard has 6 SATA 6Gb/s ports.
Q: Does this motherboard have built-in WiFi?
A: No, this motherboard does not have built-in WiFi.
Q: What type of memory does this motherboard support?
A: This motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
Q: What is the maximum amount of memory supported by this motherboard?
A: The maximum memory supported is 128GB.
Q: Is this motherboard compatible with Ryzen 5000 series cpus without a bios update
A: Yes, it is. Its fully updated already for all AMD generations besides threadripper.
Q: Is this motherboard VR ready, have bluetooth, or have wifi?
A: VR Ready, but it doesn’t have WiFi or Bluetooth. You would need to buy an external wifi card and place it in the pci-e slot in your motherboard :)
A: No
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6 Months Later - Hasn't Failed Me Yet
I have decided to upgrade the internals of my old desktop PC. I needed a quality B550 ATX motherboard that didn't break the bank. So, I went with the MSI B550 Gaming Plus. I purchased and picked up the motherboard from Best Buy, and brought it home. No damage was found on the board itself or the additional parts that were included. I installed a Ryzen 3600, Cooler Master Hyper 220 EVO Black, 2 stick of 8gb DDR4 3200mhz Corsair RAM, Gigabyte GTX 1060 Mini OC, and a Samsung 970 EVO 500gb NVME SSD to the build. The CPU works right of the box as specified. I installed a distro of arch linux on the 970 EVO, and it manages to run with very little to no issue as of today. I connected a Samsung 860 EVO 250gb SSD to use as my Windows 10 drive. The BIOS works as intended, and I am able to run a functioning dual OS system (F11 to chose the desired drive at startup). I haven't done much with overclocking other than running my RAM at 3200mhz. I am yet to manually overclock my CPU and GPU, but I have no need as of late. Overall, I have not encountered any hardware or software issues specifically related to the motherboard itself. I am very satisfied with my purchase.
This review is from MSI - B550 GAMING PLUS (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Motherboard - Black
Posted by VizzyChief
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Motherboard
The MSI B550 GAMING PLUS is a great motherboard, it has many features that I look for with motherboards in its price range, such as: a S/PDIF port, built-on IO shield, BIOS flash button, and multiple m.2 slots. Another thing I like about this motherboard is how they placed the sys_fan 1 and 2 headers to be closer together. The motherboard supported my Ryzen 5000 series processor without needing to flash the bios. The main reason I purchased this board was to run my Ryzen 9 5900x, as I tried doing so with a B450 Tomahawk Max and it could only handle it when it was undervolted to 1.2v. The MSI B550 Gaming Plus runs the 5900x without the undervolt I needed and gives me overclocking headroom due to the improved VRMs over the Tomahawk Max. I am using this motherboard with: CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 5900x Cooler: Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240mm AIO GPU: PowerColor Red Dragon RX 6800 RAM: 16GB Team T-Force Vulcan Z @ 3200 Mhz PSU: Super Flower Leadex III 850w 80+ Gold Case: Corsair iCUE 220T Storage: Seagate 2TB 7.2K HDD, 240GB Inland Professional SSD Overall, the MSI B550 Gaming Plus is an excellent choice for anyone in the market for a Ryzen 5000 compatible motherboard that is fairly priced.
This review is from MSI - B550 GAMING PLUS (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Motherboard - Black
Posted by LafeH
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect board
Been using it for 7 months and works great. No complaints. It has 2 nvme slots
This review is from MSI - B550 GAMING PLUS (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Motherboard - Black
Posted by JacobC
