MB ASUS Prime B860M-K LGA1851 2xDDR5 M.2 HDMI DP mATX

ASUS Prime B860M-K — Compact Motherboard with DDR5

For users looking for a reliable and modern foundation for home, office or general-purpose computer setups, the ASUS Prime B860M-K is the ideal choice. This micro-ATX motherboard is equipped with Intel® B860 chipset and LGA1851 socket, ensuring compatibility with Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) processors. It supports up to 128GB DDR5 memory with 8800+ MT/s OC speed, providing enough performance for demanding applications. The combination of PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, 2.5Gb Ethernet and DisplayPort 1.4 ensures high transfer speeds, connectivity and optimized performance for various usage scenarios.

Performance and modern technology

The ASUS Prime B860M-K is designed for maximum efficiency and performance. DDR5 memory support allows you to take advantage of the latest speed and capacity standards, which is crucial for multitasking and handling demanding tasks. PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot provides extreme speeds for SSDs, ideal for fast application and data loading. 6+1+1+1 phase digital power design and VRM cooling ensure stable and secure operation even under higher loads.

Connectivity and expansion

The board is equipped with a wide range of connectors, including 2× M.2 slots (one with PCIe 5.0 x4 support) and 4× SATA 6 Gb/s ports, which offers flexibility for various storage configurations. HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 are used for graphics outputs, both with support for resolutions up to 4K at 60 Hz, which you will appreciate for work and entertainment. Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard ensures fast and stable connections for home and work networks.

Protection and Easy Assembly

ASUS includes 5X Protection III technology to protect the board from overvoltage, electrostatic discharge, and other hazards. Features like SafeSlot Core+, Q-DIMM, and Q-LED Core make component installation and system diagnostics easy. Aura Sync lets you synchronize the RGB lighting of components, adding an aesthetic element to your build.

Technical data

• Supported processors: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Memory: 2× DDR5 DIMM, up to 128 GB, up to 8800+ MT/s OC
• Storage:
• M.2 slot 1: PCIe 5.0 x4, type 2242/2260/2280
• M.2 slot 2: PCIe 4.0 x4, type 2242/2260/2280
• 4× SATA 6 Gb/s
• Expansion slots: 1× PCIe 4.0 x16, 2× PCIe 4.0 x1
• Network: Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, ASUS LANGuard
• Video outputs: 1× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4
• USB:
• Rear panel: 1× USB 10Gbps Type-A, 2× USB 5Gbps Type-A, 3× USB 2.0 Type-A
• Front connectors: 1× USB 5Gbps Type-C®, 1× USB 5Gbps header, 2× USB 2.0 headers
• Audio: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound HD Audio CODEC

Package contents

• 1× SATA 6 Gb/s cable
• 1× M.2 rubber package
• 1× Screw package for M.2 SSD
• 1× Quick start guide

This motherboard in a compact micro-ATX format is ideal for smaller cases and modern PC builds.