The VRM heatsink and thermal pad improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.

The ProCool connector enhances the motherboard's connection to the power supply with an 8-pin connector that delivers 12 volts directly to the processors. Each socket features solid pins that can handle more current than connectors with hollow pins.

The revisions in the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal paths across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

• Improved memory stability and compatibility
• Allows for lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
• Enhanced memory frequency margin

The Prime B660 motherboards are specifically designed for Intel Core 13th and 12th generation CPUs and offer PCIe 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs. The wide bandwidth and ultra-fast transfer speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can effortlessly handle high loads.

A well-tuned system of enthusiasm deserves a corresponding aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full control of RGB lighting with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs, as well as for strips and devices connected to the integrated RGB headers, and all of these can be synchronized with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.

SafeSlot Core+ is ASUS's exclusive PCIe slot, reinforced with a single-piece stainless steel bracket that shields the slot to protect it from damage. The metal cover is securely fastened to the slot with hooks, and the entire assembly is firmly anchored to the PCB with reinforced solder points to provide a secure foundation for heavy graphics cards.