Asus PRIME B860M-A Wi-Fi 6E Motherboard, LGA 1851 Socket, DDR5 Memory

Asus PRIME B860M-A Wi-Fi 6E is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), utilizing the LGA 1851 socket. It offers a robust feature set tailored for both enthusiasts and professionals seeking high performance and advanced connectivity.

Key Specifications:

• CPU Support: Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) with LGA 1851 socket.

• Chipset: Intel B860.

• Memory Support: Four DDR5 DIMM slots, supporting up to 256 GB of system memory with speeds up to 8666+MT/s (OC).

• Expansion Slots:

  • 1 x PCIe 5.0

  • 2 x PCIe 4.0

• Storage Options:

  • 2 x M.2 slots:

    • 1 x PCIe 5.0

    • 1 x PCIe 4.0

  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.

• Networking:

  • Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet.

  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with Bluetooth v5.3.

• USB Ports:

  • Rear USB:

    • 1 x USB (20Gbps) Type-C.

    • 1 x USB (10Gbps) Type-A.

    • 2 x USB (5Gbps) Type-A.

    • 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A.

  • Front USB:

    • 1 x USB (10Gbps) connector (supports USB Type-C).

    • 1 x USB (5Gbps) header supporting 2 additional USB (5Gbps) ports.

    • 1 x USB 2.0 headers supporting 2 additional USB 2.0 ports.

• Display Outputs:

  • 2 x DisplayPort.

  • 1 x HDMI port.

• Audio: High-definition audio with Realtek codec and premium audio capacitors.

Key Features:

• PCIe 5.0 Support: The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot offers robust support for the latest graphics cards, providing high-speed data transfer and improved durability.

• Comprehensive Cooling: Features multiple onboard heatsinks and hybrid fan headers to maintain optimal system temperatures during intense workloads.

• Advanced Connectivity: Equipped with Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6E, the motherboard ensures fast and reliable network connectivity for online gaming and streaming. 

• USB Type-C Port: The rear USB Type-C port supports up to 20 Gbps data transfer speeds, facilitating rapid data movement and connectivity with modern devices.

• Aura Sync RGB Lighting: Offers customizable RGB lighting with Aura Sync, allowing synchronization with compatible devices for personalized aesthetics.

• DIY-Friendly Design: Incorporates features like Q-Antenna, PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-LED Core, and pre-mounted I/O shield, simplifying the building process and enhancing user experience.