The Asus Prime B450-Plus motherboard is aimed at users seeking a balanced and reliable solution for their computer. This motherboard is based on the AMD B450 chipset and supports AMD Socket AM4 processors, making it suitable for everyday use, gaming, and productivity tasks.
The Asus Prime B450-Plus offers flexible expansion and connectivity options. It includes slots for DDR4 memory, PCIe 3.0 graphics support, USB and SATA ports for connecting various devices and storage media. It also features high-quality audio and networking capabilities.
The Asus Prime B450-Plus does not offer advanced overclocking capabilities and does not have optical or multiple expansion slots. However, for users looking for a reliable and affordable solution for their computer with AMD Socket AM4 processors, the Asus Prime B450-Plus can be a good choice.
Cooling
The Prime B450 series features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS.
Each header can monitor and react to specific thermal sensors.
Special PWM/DC header for standalone water cooling setup, integrated.
Each integrated header supports automatic detection of PWM or DC fans.
A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excessive temperature and overcurrent.
Make Memory Faster
Featuring a range of trace layout modifications that enhance memory stability, the PRIME B450 series provides a strong foundation for your build. With comprehensive support for the full range of Ryzen memory configurations, from entry-level to performance-oriented.
The PRIME B450 series is a versatile multi-purpose machine that can work or play.
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A
Final speed of 10 Gbps with built-in USB 3.1 Gen 2
With USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A, you will enjoy ultimate connectivity flexibility and amazing data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps, twice as fast as standard USB 3.1 Gen 1.
M.2
With x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, the M.2 supports data transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps. It is the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast data access.
AMD StoreMI
AMD StoreMI technology is a software utility that accelerates any drive for better system responsiveness with reduced boot and software load times. It combines the performance of an SSD with the affordability and capacity of a hard drive, automatically moving frequently accessed data to dedicated SSD storage.
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I really liked it, but I didn't notice that out of the six total SATA III ports it has (I wanted it to have six), two of them do not accept storage disks or read DVDs, they only accept disks with an operating system if the integrated disk on the motherboard is removed.
The BIOS definitely needs updating and you can't connect a Type C from the box to the motherboard as it doesn't have the port. If I find an adapter or another way, I will update the review!
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I had it for 2 years on a second computer with an R 2700X. The computer was only turned on for a maximum of 1 hour per day. Yesterday, it simply gave up. Asus motherboards, no matter what they say, have proven to be unreliable to me. I've experienced this before.
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Very good in everything, unfortunately I made the stupid mistake and didn't notice that it only has one port for NMVe ssd :( so be careful whoever wants to buy it, it doesn't accept a second NVMe but only SATA for extra storage.
The B450F Strix broke due to an accident, so I went for something cheaper. I haven't noticed any difference in performance with the 3700x, running at 4.4ghz precision boost just like the Strix. It's just a bit more basic in terms of the rear ports, which are more than enough for me anyway, and the appearance, such as VRM heatsinks, RGB lighting, etc. Additionally, the second PCIe x16 slot only runs at Gen 2.0 x16 and below, for those who are interested, while on the Strix, the first two PCIe x16 slots ran at Gen 3.0 x8. Other than that, it's a decent motherboard and highly recommended for its price. There are cheaper motherboards in the same category, but I don't have personal experience with them. Perhaps it's worth considering a cheaper one depending on your needs.
Very decent motherboard with the quality and reliability of ASUS, which I personally appreciate a lot.
The optimal solution for anyone who wants a very good motherboard without spending a small fortune to go for the X series (370, 470, 570).
It also makes a significant difference in the capabilities and stability of the computer compared to cheaper and older chipsets.
The USB ports are indeed fewer than other motherboards at the same price, but with 6 ports on the motherboard and another 3 on the case (now all cases have them), I can't imagine someone not being covered.
The BIOS is very user-friendly, even for updates. Installation in the case is also problem-free. I am very satisfied with the purchase of this motherboard.
Guys, for anyone interested in building a system on their own, I recommend the reliable motherboard. The only downside is that it doesn't have enough USB ports. As for the RAM, I installed the Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB DDR4-3000MHz (CMK16GX4M2B3000C15) which are also listed in the motherboard's QVL. The ones I received were Version 5.31. The RAM, with DOCP or XMP, locked at 3000 MHz without any issues. The only problem I encountered was that I had to install them in the gray slots in order for them to overclock properly, as for some reason they wouldn't boot in the black slots. BIOS is simple and easy to navigate.