MB ASUS TUF Gaming B860M-PLUS WIFI LGA1851 4xDDR5 M.2 W7+BT5.4 HDMI DP USB4 mATX

ASUS TUF GAMING B860M-PLUS WIFI — micro-ATX motherboard for LGA1851

For demanding gamers and professional users looking for optimal performance and reliability, the ASUS TUF GAMING B860M-PLUS WIFI motherboard is the ideal choice. With support for Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors, DDR5 memory with a capacity of up to 256 GB and PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, this board allows you to take advantage of the latest technologies in gaming and work sets. Modern connectivity such as Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C 20Gbps with DisplayPort output, or Thunderbolt USB4 support ensure that you are always one step ahead. The combination of the robust design of the TUF Gaming series and features such as Aura Sync RGB and M.2 Q-Latch makes it easy to build and customize your system.

Performance and Memory

The motherboard supports DDR5 memory with a frequency of up to 8800+ MT/s OC, ensuring fast data access and better multitasking performance. Four DIMM slots allow for capacity expansion of up to 256GB, which is ideal for gamers, content creators, or professionals working with demanding applications. PCIe 5.0 x16 slot provides maximum throughput for modern graphics cards and other expansion components, while three M.2 slots including PCIe 5.0 x4 support ensure ultra-fast storage for your data.

Connectivity and Expansion

This board offers a variety of connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 7 with transfer speeds of up to 2.9Gbps and support for the 6GHz band, ideal for stable and fast wireless connections. There is also Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet for fast wired connections and Bluetooth 5.4 for easy peripheral connectivity. With a USB-C port with 20Gbps speed and support for DisplayPort output, you can connect the latest monitors and devices. HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 support 4K@60Hz resolution, perfect for smooth and detailed viewing.

Cooling and durability

The power design with 12+1+2+1 80A power phases and robust heatsinks for VRM and M.2 drives ensures stable performance even under heavy loads. Fan Xpert 2+ technology enables precise fan control, contributing to quiet and efficient cooling. TUF Gaming series design includes features such as PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch and Q-LED, which make system installation and diagnostics easier.

Technical data

• Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be): support for 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz bands, transfer speed up to 2.9 Gbps
• Bluetooth 5.4
• 3× M.2 slots:
• M.2_1: PCIe 5.0 x4, type 2280
• M.2_2: PCIe 4.0 x4, type 2242/2260/2280
• M.2_3: PCIe 4.0 x4, type 2280
• 4× SATA 6 Gb/s ports
• USB connectivity:
• Rear: 1× USB-C 20Gbps, 2× USB-A 10Gbps, 4× USB-A 5Gbps, 1× USB-A 2.0
• Front: 1× USB-C 10Gbps, 1× USB 5Gbps header (2 ports), 1× USB 2.0 header (2 ports)
• Audio: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound, optical S/PDIF out
• RGB lighting: Aura Sync, 3× Addressable Gen 2 headers

Accessories in the box

• 2× SATA 6 Gb/s cables
• 1× ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
• 2× M.2 Rubber Packages
• 1× TUF Gaming sticker
• 1× Screw set for M.2 SSD
• 1× Quick start guide