PRIME B450-PLUS, AMD B450, AM4, 4x DDR4 DIMM, HDMI 2.0b, DVI-D, 2x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16, 3x PCIe 2.0 x1, 1x M.2, 6x SATA III, USB 3.1, LAN, PS/2, ATX, 305x234 mmASUS Prime B450 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation needed for your first build, plus flexibility to grow with your ambitions. We've melded all the good stuff that's packed into AMD Ryzen™ processors with essential ASUS design and engineering, so you benefit from industry-leading technologies — including automated system tuning, comprehensive cooling controls, and immersive onboard audio. When you build with an ASUS Prime B450 Series motherboard, you build smart, easy and affordably.
Cooler by designPrime B450 Series features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS.
Make your memory fasterFeaturing an array of trace layout tweaks that improve memory stability, PRIME B450 Series provides a potent foundation for your build. With comprehensive support for the full gamut of Ryzen memory configurations – from entry-level to performance-oriented — PRIME B450 Series is a versatile all-rounder that can work or play.
Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOSThe UEFI BIOS is an early waypoint on any PC-building journey, and Prime B450 Series has one of the best in the business.
Q-Fan ControlCan configure the fan's operating speed manually, or use the easy pre-configured fan profiles to select Standard, Silent, Turbo or Full Speed modes, plus automatic switch to full speed if the temperature hits 75°C.
Search FunctionWhen you're ready for a deeper dive, Advanced mode enables full control over every aspect of the motherboard — with a built-in Search function to find the setting you need in the blink of an eye.
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-AUltimate-speed 10Gbps with USB 3.1 Gen 2 onboard
With backward-compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A™, you'll experience ultimate connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps — twice as fast as standard USB 3.1 Gen 1.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 front-panel connectorFuture-proof connectivity
USB 3.1 Gen 1 is right where you need it, with four super-speed headers for the front panel. Experience data-transfer speeds up to 10X faster than USB 2.0 with instant plug-and-play connectivity, and avoid back-breaking contortions in the hunt for hard-to-reach rear ports.
M.2Speed up with onboard M.2
With x4 PCI Express® 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbps data-transfer speeds. It's the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast access to data.
AMD StoreMIAffordable acceleration for any hard drive
AMD StoreMI technology is a software utility that accelerates any drive for better system responsiveness with reduced startup and software load times. It combines SSD performance with the affordability and capacity of an HDD by automatically moving frequently accessed data to dedicated SSD storage.
Native M.2/NVMe PCIe RAID Support for Lightning Fast Storage Speed!Not satisfied with single-storage device read/write speeds? Then join the fast lane and build a RAID 0 array using two PCIe storage drives to enjoy data transfers at lightning speeds.
Built to LastASUS is the world's leading motherboard brand. Our motherboards are extensively tested for compatibility with more than 1,000 components and devices, and each new model undergoes a minimum of 8,000 hours of strict validation — offering the peace of mind of knowing that your ASUS motherboard is fit for all environments and applications. Choosing ASUS is an assurance of trouble-free DIY experiences.
Prime B450 Series motherboards are engineered with industry-leading 5X Protection III, employing the finest components, excellent circuit design and exacting standards to guarantee the quality and long-term durability of your investment. That means exceptional protection and stability for your build — thanks to decades of engineering experience from the world's leading motherboard brand.
Compatible devices and componentsThe superior compatibility of Prime B450 Series is evidenced by our extensive list of supported devices — which includes thousands of compatible components — and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) that identifies memory compatibility. It all adds up to more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.
VALIDATION HOURSASUS motherboards offer superb endurance. We verify this by subjecting every board to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests. A barrage of burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests confirm that our motherboards are exceptionally robust. It also shows that ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment.
Outstanding audioCombined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced!
Audio shieldingSeparates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.
Separate layer for left and right tracksEnsures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.
Premium Japanese-made audio capacitorsPremium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.
Aura SyncOutshine the competition
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura Sync offers full lighting connected via the motherboard's RGB header, with a variety of functional presets for external LED strips. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.
Brighten Up Your BuildLED-illuminated control for PCIe slot and trace paths
Built-in LED lighting options illuminate your build in a variety of eye-catching styles.
Beyond VR readyComplete your immersion
Prime B450 series isn't just VR ready — it goes way beyond. The ASUS Beyond VR Ready marque means that Prime B450 series has been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming and entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance. ASUS Beyond VR Ready opens up a new way to configure and build your dream system with total confidence.
AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ VEGA Graphics / Ryzen™ 1st Generation ProcessorsThe AMD Ryzen™ processor is based on the innovative Zen core architecture and features up to eight cores and Radeon™ Vega integrated graphics. Together with dual-channel DDR4 memory, native 5Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 1 and 16 PCI Express® 3.0/2.0 lanes, these AMD AM4-socket processors deliver superb computing performance.
AMD B450 chipsetThe AMD B450 chipset delivers high performance and flexibility with the latest AMD® AM4-socket Ryzen™ processors. It also offers AMD StoreMI storage acceleration technology and provides two 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen2 ports, two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports, and four 6Gbps SATA ports for faster data retrieval.
| Processor |
|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen |
| Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
| Memory |
|---|
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Number of memory slots | 4 |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2800,3000,3200 MHz |
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Memory channels | Dual |
| ECC | Y |
| Unbuffered memory | Y |
| Graphics |
|---|
| Parallel processing technology support | CrossFireX |
| Maximum resolution | 4096 x 2160 pixels |
| Internal I/O |
|---|
| USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
| Front panel audio connector | Y |
| Front panel connector | Y |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Y |
| Number of EATX power connectors | 1 |
| CPU fan connector | Y |
| Number of chassis fan connectors | 3 |
| Number of COM connectors | 1 |
| 12V power connector | Y |
| Rear panel I/O ports |
|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
| DVI-D ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.0b |
| Network |
|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Y |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111H |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Y |
| Features |
|---|
| Component for | PC |
| Motherboard form factor | ATX |
| Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD B450 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC887-VD2 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 Pro x64 |
| Expansion slots |
|---|
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 2.x) slots | 3 |
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
| Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
| BIOS |
|---|
| BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
| BIOS memory size | 128 Mbit |
| ACPI version | 6.1 |
| Clear CMOS jumper | Y |
| System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version | 3.1 |
| Weight & dimensions |
|---|
| Width | 305 mm |
| Depth | 234 mm |
| Packaging content |
|---|
| Cables included | SATA |
| Manual | Y |
| Drivers included | Y |
