Asus ROG STRIX B550-A GAMING Processor family AMD, Processor socket AM4, DDR4 DIMM, Memory slots 4, Supported hard disk drive interfaces SATA, M.2, Number of SATA connectors 6, Chipset AMD B550, ATX

ROG STRIX B550-A GAMING

ATX gaming motherboard based on the AMD B550 Ryzen AM4 platform, featuring PCIe 4.0, grouped power stages, Intel 2.5GbE Ethernet, dual M.2 slots with heatsinks, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2, and Aura Sync RGB lighting.

• AM4 socket: Compatible with 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen processors.
• Best gaming connectivity: PCIe 4.0 support, dual M.2 slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, and HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.2 outputs.
• Smooth networking: Integrated Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Intel 2.5GbE with ASUS LANGuard technology.
• Robust power design: grouped power stages and a ProCool power connector, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable Capacitors
• Regarded software: Intuitive dashboards for UEFI BIOS and ASUS AI Networking simplify gaming system configuration.
• Easy-to-build features: Includes a pre-installed I/O panel cover, BIOS FlashBack, Q-LEDs, and SafeSlot technology.
• Unparalleled customization options: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting technology, including Aura RGB headers and 2nd generation addressable RGB headers.

Industry-leading gaming audio: AI-powered noise-canceling microphone, SupremeFXS1220A codec, DTS Sound Unbound, and Sonic Studio III for immersive audio.

ROG Strix B550 Gaming motherboards are designed for users who want to maximize their system's potential, offering a feature set typically found in higher-end ROG Strix X570 Gaming models, including the latest PCIe 4.0 connectivity. Offering a robust power delivery and effective cooling, the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard is perfectly equipped to handle 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors. In addition to its high performance, it also boasts a stunning silver and white finish with a cyberpunk design, guaranteeing a distinctive look.

Enhance your gaming immersion
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard supports PCIe 4.0 and offers the latest connectivity for super-smooth networking and lightning-fast file transfers. Enhanced audio is a huge plus: you can hear even the most subtle audio cues and enjoy complete immersion in your gaming experience.

PCIe 4.0 Support
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard features two M.2 slots, one of which supports the latest PCIe 4.0 standard for maximum storage flexibility and the fastest data transfer speeds available on the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen platform. Both M.2 slots support drives up to 22110 and NVM Express RAID arrays for even faster performance.

Intel 2.5GbE Network Adapter
The built-in 2.5GbE network adapter accelerates your wired network connection, offering speeds 2.5x faster than standard Gigabit cards. This enables faster file transfers, smooth, lag-free gameplay, and high-resolution video streaming.

SupremeFX
Integrated ROG SupremeFX audio technology guarantees crystal-clear audio in a system with the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard. In addition to providing a flat frequency response for rich, natural-sounding audio, the audio system also includes two front-panel outputs powered by op-amps that deliver high-quality audio to gaming headsets.

Performance from Every Aspect
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming provides reliable power delivery to drive the Ryzen processor cores, advanced cooling, and support for faster memory moduleseverything you need to fill your system with high-performance components for top-tier gaming.

Cooling-Enhancing Design
ROG Strix B550 series motherboards offer the most advanced cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.

ASUS OptiMem II
To ensure the latest AMD processors have unimpeded access to full memory bandwidth, we've redesigned the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard's trace layout. Integrated OptiMem II technology intelligently reroutes memory signals along traces between PCB zones, reducing the number of intermediate points and adding shielded zones that significantly reduce crosstalk between traces. For even better overclocking performance when maximizing memory module count, we've implemented a highly optimized daisy chain design that ensures time-aligned signal transfer.

Game Your Way
Thick, stylized slits and cybernetic text accentuate the cyberpunk look of the ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard. By adding products from the extensive ROG ecosystem to your build, you can create a fully personalized gaming system that reflects your personal style.

Unmistakable ROG Strix Style
The ROG Strix B550-A Gaming motherboard commands attention with its white and silver color scheme, redesigned ROG logo, and cybernetic text etched into the I/O shroud. With new design elements, ROG Strix motherboards are future-oriented while still clearly demonstrating their gaming roots.

Pre-installed I/O Shroud
ROG's patent-pending I/O shroud is finished in a sleek matte black and comes pre-installed for easy motherboard installation.

CERTIFIED COMPATIBILITY
ROG Strix motherboards undergo an advanced certification program to ensure the best possible compatibility with a wide range of components and devices. To ensure a smooth build, check our list of guaranteed compatible components. This list also includes a Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for memory upgrades.

The ROG Strix Ecosystem Awaits
Enhance your gaming experience with ROG Strix. Enjoy consistent design, controls, and compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and more! ROG offers more choice than any other brand.

ROG Gives You More
Exclusive ROG software enables intuitive audio tuning and in-game enhancements, so you can configure your gaming system to your exact style.

UEFI BIOS
The enhanced ROG UEFI (BIOS) gives you everything you need to configure, customize, and tune your gaming system. It offers intelligently simplified options for first-time system builders, as well as advanced features for seasoned veterans.

AI Networking
The exclusive ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help optimize network settings for beginners, experts, and intermediate users alike, ensuring smooth online gaming. A new feature available in this generation of motherboards is that GameFirst VI now incorporates AI-assisted identification and acceleration technology, enabling faster and more intelligent network optimization.

Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to provide centralized control of compatible gaming products, making it easier to fine-tune your system's appearance and user experience. Through a single, intuitive interface, you can easily customize RGB lighting and effects on compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync, creating a consistent lighting scheme for your entire system. You can now also use Armoury Crate to download user manuals, drivers, and software. Additionally, Armoury Crate offers a dedicated product registration feature and a news feed to keep you connected to the gaming community.

RAMCache III
RAMCache III reduces latency from milliseconds to microseconds, significantly accelerating game loading. This exceptionally intelligent technology is fully compatible with the latest NVM Express drives and efficiently caches the entire drive, ensuring your favorite games and applications load at incredible speeds.