ASUS ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi AMD motherboard, 16+2+2 power stages, DDR5 slots, four M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0, total support of 19 USB ports including USB 20Gbps Type-C and Aura Sync RGB

Republic of Gamers (ROG), part of the ASUS family, is dedicated to creating innovative gaming hardware for gamers. ROG is committed to providing the absolute best performance and quality from its complete line of products. ROG is for those keen on the finest gaming hardware and software, it enables the ultimate computing experience for gamers and enthusiasts worldwide. All the while incorporating a stylish gamer-focused design merging the excitement of gaming with a unique premium style. ROG STRIX B850-F GAMING WIFI

ASUS ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi AMD motherboard, 16+2+2 power stages, DDR5 slots, four M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0, total support of 19 USB ports including USB 20Gbps Type-C and Aura Sync RGB Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications

AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors

Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Advisor, AI Networking II and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance

Robust Power Solution: 16+2+2 power solution rated for 80A per stage with dual ProCool power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors

Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, and high-conductivity thermal pad

Latest M.2 Support: Two onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions

Abundant Connectivity: One USB 20Gbps Type-C rear I/O port, four USB 10Gbps ports including one USB 10Gbps Type-C front-panel connector, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI port

High-Performance Networking: On-board WiFi 7 (802.11be) with Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet Traffic Monitor

Armoury Crate's Traffic Monitor tracks your current WiFi channel usage. Move to a less congested channel by clicking the “Channel Switch” button* for improved network performance.

*The "Channel Switch" function requires pairing with an ASUS router. If not paired with an ASUS router, the channel change process can be performed in the "Router IP" section of the Traffic Monitor. Fast Check

Armoury Crate's Fast Check empowers users to rapidly detect WiFi signal strength. Direction Finder

Armoury Crate's Direction Finder* helps users detect the optimal antenna orientation for achieving the best WiFi signal strength.

*The Direction Finder is only compatible with connections in the 5GHz and 6GHz bands PCIE SLOT Q-Release Slim

With PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot. M.2 Q-RELEASE

The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch* to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.*Switch may be a lever or button, depending on motherboard model. NEW M.2 Q-LATCH

The new Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with just one press. PCIE 5.0

Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix B850-F offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support. The topmost x16 expansion slot is also protected with a SafeSlot retention bracket to bear the weight of the latest graphics cards. Meanwhile, two of the onboard M.2 slots are geared for blistering 16 GB/s read and write speeds, while the rest can deliver still-impressive 8 GB/s transfers. Every M.2 slot is covered with substantial heatsinks to dispatch the heat of next-gen drives. Power Design

1. POWER ARCHITECTURE

The VRM features 16+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 80 amps.

2. ALLOY CHOKES AND DURABLE CAPACITORS​

Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.

3. DUAL PROCOOL POWER CONNECTORS

ProCool connectors are precision-built to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines.

4. EIGHT-LAYER PCB

A multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom. DDR5 Strength

For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, the Strix B850-F is primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits, courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via the extensive array of settings in the UEFI.