MSI - B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Wi-Fi 6E Motherboard - Black
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Specifications
- ChipsetAMD B550Form FactorATXProcessor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)Number of PCI-E Slots3Wireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6ENumber 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: 3 (How many peripheral component interconnect express slots are available.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (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: B550TMHWKWIFI
- Product Name: B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI (Socket AM4) AMD B550 ATX DDR4 Wi-Fi 6E Motherboard
- Color: Black
- Year of Release: 2021
- 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: 3 (How many peripheral component interconnect express slots are available.)
- Number Of PCI-E x16 Slots: 2
- Number Of PCI-E x1 Slots: 1
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Connectivity
- SATA Connector: 6x SATA 6G (The configuration of the connector as it connects a computer power supply unit to a SATA-based drive.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (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: Wi-Fi 6E (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.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Ports
- USB Ports: 4 x USB-A 2.0, 5 x USB-A 3.0, 2 x USB-C 3.1 (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: 20 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: 4866 (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 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.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 years
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year
- Other
- UPC: 824142286685
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 TOMAHAWK WIFI 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 2667/2800/2933/3000/3066/3200/3466/3600/3733/3866/4000/4133/4266/4400/4533/4600/4733/4800/4866+ 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 1Maximum shared memory of 16GB.
- Four 288-Pin DDR4 SDRAM DIMM Sockets: Support up to 64GB of system memory.
- Audio: Realtek ALC1200 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 Slot: 1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1) 1; 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3), supports x4 speed 2; 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 5Gbps connector); 6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4 ports through the internal USB 2.0 connectors).
- LAN: 1x Realtek RTL8125B 2.5Gbps LAN controller; 1x Realtek RTL8111H 1Gbps LAN controller.
- Internal Connectors: 1x 24-pin ATX main power; 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power; 6x SATA 6Gb/s; 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; 1x 4-pin CPU fan.
- Internal Connectors: 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector; 6x 4-pin system fan connectors; 1x Front panel audio connector; 2x System panel connectors; 1x Chassis Intrusion connector; 2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors; 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors; 1x TPM 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 2667/2800/2933/3000/3066/3200/3466/3600/3733/3866/4000/4133/4266/4400/4533/4600/4733/4800/4866+ 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 1Maximum shared memory of 16GB.
- Four 288-Pin DDR4 SDRAM DIMM Sockets: Support up to 64GB of system memory.
- Audio: Realtek ALC1200 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 Slot: 1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1) 1; 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3), supports x4 speed 2; 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 5Gbps connector); 6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4 ports through the internal USB 2.0 connectors).
- LAN: 1x Realtek RTL8125B 2.5Gbps LAN controller; 1x Realtek RTL8111H 1Gbps LAN controller.
- Internal Connectors: 1x 24-pin ATX main power; 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power; 6x SATA 6Gb/s; 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; 1x 4-pin CPU fan.
- Internal Connectors: 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector; 6x 4-pin system fan connectors; 1x Front panel audio connector; 2x System panel connectors; 1x Chassis Intrusion connector; 2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors; 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors; 1x TPM module connector; 1x Clear CMOS jumper.
Product Manuals
Q: What type of LAN connectivity does this motherboard offer?
A: The MSI B550 TOMAHAWK WIFI motherboard features both 2.5Gbps LAN and 1Gbps LAN controllers.
Q: What kind of audio output does this motherboard have?
A: This motherboard comes with a Realtek ALC1200 Codec that provides 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio output and supports S/PDIF output.
Q: What is the maximum memory speed supported by this motherboard?
A: This motherboard supports a maximum memory speed of 4866+MHz.
Q: How many M.2 slots are available on this motherboard?
A: This motherboard has 2 M.2 slots available.
Q: Does this motherboard support RAID configuration?
A: Yes, this motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices and RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices.
Q: Which processors are compatible with this motherboard?
A: This motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 7 and Ryzen processors in an AM4 socket.
Q: What is the maximum memory supported by this motherboard?
A: The MSI B550 TOMAHAWK WIFI motherboard supports a maximum of 128GB of memory.
Q: Does this motherboard support Ryzen 5600 and 5600x? Do I need to update bios?
A: Yes it supports 5600 and 5600x. Just did a build with it and it works perfectly, no need to update bios.
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| Overall Performance, Wi-Fi, Ease of use, Motherboard, Price | There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Connectivity, I/O Port, Installation Ease, Compatibility | Overall Performance, Wi-Fi, Features |
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| Size, RAM | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | USB |
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Customers are saying
Customers highly value the B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI motherboard for its overall performance, ease of use, and Wi-Fi capabilities. Many find it to be a great motherboard, especially considering its price and features. Some customers have noted the size of the motherboard and potential RAM compatibility issues.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Reliable and Solid Performance
I've been using this motherboard for quite some time now, and overall, I am very happy with it. Installation was straightforward, and I didn’t encounter any issues setting it up. It’s been running flawlessly since day one, and I’ve had no stability problems or crashes, which is always a good sign. The build quality feels solid, and the layout of the ports and connectors is well thought out, making cable management easy. I especially appreciate the ample expansion options, including PCIe slots and memory slots. The BIOS is user-friendly and offers plenty of customization options, allowing me to tweak settings without feeling overwhelmed. Performance-wise, it’s been smooth, whether I'm gaming, working on intense applications, or just general use. It handles everything with ease. The motherboard also supports the latest technologies, which helps future-proof my build. In terms of connectivity, everything I need is available, from USB ports to Ethernet, and the onboard audio works well without the need for additional sound cards. I also haven’t had any thermal or noise issues, even under load. Overall, I’m very pleased with my purchase. It’s a reliable, high-quality motherboard that does exactly what I need without any fuss. Pros: Solid build quality Easy installation Reliable performance with no issues Plenty of expansion options Great connectivity options Cons: connector pins are a bit small when connecting hard drive, power, reset connecters, wished they standardize it as one plug. If you’re looking for a motherboard that simply works and doesn’t give you any hassle, I highly recommend this one!
Posted by binx
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great value and performance!
I’ve been using the MSI B550 Tomahawk Max WiFi motherboard for a few weeks now, and I’m really impressed. Setup was straightforward, and everything worked right out of the box with my Ryzen 7 5800X. The BIOS is easy to navigate and had no issues recognizing my RAM or GPU. Wi-Fi 6E has been super fast and stable, which was one of the main reasons I picked this model. The board also runs cool and has enough headers and ports for all my needs. Build quality feels solid too — definitely not cheap plastic like some other boards in this range. Overall, it’s a great option if you’re looking for a reliable B550 board with strong features and future-proof connectivity.
Posted by LeonardoZ
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Not bad for price.
I have had it for almost a week now, it is a major improvement. A little bit of a pain with flashing the CMOS. I recommend going ahead and downloading the latest CMOS and putting it on a flash drive before you start your build. Follow instructions, It was pretty simple, but I read the instructions and issues before taking the old one apart. I did not upgrade that much, yet what I did made some dramatic changes. I had an MSI 450 PRO with a Ryzen 7 2700x processor. I switched to this B550 Tomahawk mainly because of the price and the M.2 (NVMe) slots. Being on a budget I used the 2700x from the B450M motherboard.. My system is this MSI - B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI with the Ryzen 7 2700x and 32 gig of Corsair P3600 RAM, Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB, and an MSI - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ventus 3X graphics. My benchmark test went from the top 55% to the 86% I am posting a picture of. For me, it is a great motherboard for the price.
Posted by RobertW
