Overview:
B650 AORUS ELITE AX V2
Features:
Power in number
All AORUS series gaming motherboards are equipped with an all-digital power design, which delivers the best stability under heavy workloads.
Digital Twin VRM Design
ensures stable high-power delivery for advanced overclocking.
Memory, to the future
All AORUS series gaming motherboards feature multiple techniques to enhance the performance of DDR5 memory with the best compatibility.
BIOS Engineering
Feature-rich BIOS functions that enable easy access to the best-in-class DDR5 performance.
DDR5 Auto Booster
one click to boost native DDR5-4800 to 5000
AMD EXPO/ Intel XMP 3.0 User Profile
optimizes memory settings and achieve the best performance for the system
High Bandwidth
one click to increase DDR5 bandwidth
Low Latency
one click to shorten DDR5 latency
Hardware Craftsmanship
Maximize DDR5 performance with our advanced technology for an unparalleled gaming experience.
Shielded Memory Routing
Memory routing is shielded within the PCB's inner layer to protect against interference.
Daisy-Chained Routing
Optimized routing eliminates the stub effect, enabling higher memory frequencies and providing professional gamers with a faster and denser system memory experience.
Overall Thermal
Every AORUS motherboard is armored with the most advanced, full metal thermal design. These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool while running fast.
M.2 Thermal Guard
prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed Gen5 M.2 SSDs
Smart Fan 6
Cool. Quiet. Customized.
Build effortless
Building your own PC is meant to be joyful and effortless. AORUS serious motherboard the most DIY-friendly ever.
EZ-Latch Designs
Effortless mechanisms that enable easy installations of components.
M.2 EZ-Latch Plus
screwless installation for M.2 SSDs
PCIe EZ-Latch
easy detachment for graphics cards
Quick Control Elements
Reset. Update. Convenient.
Get everything
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable Technology represents our highest standards to provide a platform for gamers that is not only powerful but also durable and reliable. AORUS series motherboard is built to last longer and stand stronger.
PCIe UD Slot
GIGABYTE's one-piece stainless-steel shielding design reinforces the PCIe Slots, providing the extra strength required to support heavy graphics cards.
M.2 UD Slot PG5
The one-piece, stainless-steel shielding design reinforces the M.2 Slots, and maximizes signal integrity.
UD Power Connector
The unique design provides better conductivity for power and better dissipation for the heat generated from it.
Connectivity versatile
Enable the ultimate connection experience with blazing data-transfer speeds through the next generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Seamless Connectivity
High Quailty Sound
Enjoy a high-quality sound experience, which supports 7.1 channel playback, features an advanced microphone array, and offers versatile connectivity options for gaming and entertainment.
Audiophile Grade Capacitors
Premium Grade Audio capacitors provide stable current, delivering a studio-quality experience.
Specifications:
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Specifications and features | |
| Product Code | GA-B650-AORUS-ELITE-AX V2 |
| CPU | AMD Socket AM5, support for: |
| AMD Ryzen 7000/ Ryzen 8000 Series Processors | |
| Chipset | AMD B650 |
| Memory | Support for DDR5 8000(OC) / 7800(OC) / 7600(OC) / 7200(OC) / 7000(OC) / 6800(OC) / 6666(OC) / 6600(OC) / 6400(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5200 / 4800 / 4400 MT / s memory modules |
| 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB (48 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory | |
| Dual channel memory architecture | |
| Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules | |
| Support for AMD EXtended Profiles for Overclocking (AMD EXPO ) and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module | |
| (The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.) | |
| Onboard Graphics | Integrated Graphics Processor with AMD Radeon Graphics support: |
| - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 3840x2160@144 Hz | |
| * Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version and HDR. | |
| - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz | |
| * Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3. | |
| ** Support for native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports. | |
| (Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.) | |
| Audio | Realtek Audio CODEC |
| High Definition Audio | |
| 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel | |
| * You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. | |
| LAN | Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) |
| Wireless Communication module | Realtek Wi-Fi 6E RTL8852CE |
| - WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands | |
| - BLUETOOTH 5.3 | |
| - Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless | |
| (Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.) | |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU: |
| - AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode | |
| - AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x8 mode | |
| - AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode | |
| * The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. | |
| Chipset: | |
| - 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1_1/2) | |
| Storage Interface | 1 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2580 SSDs: |
| - AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| - AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| - AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| 1 x M.2 connector (M2B_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2580 SSDs: | |
| - AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| - AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| - AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x2 SSDs | |
| 1 x M.2 connector (M2C_SB), integrated in the Chipset, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2580 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors | |
| RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices | |
| RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices | |
| USB | CPU: |
| - 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support | |
| - 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel | |
| CPU + USB 2.0 Hub: | |
| - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panel | |
| Chipset: | |
| - 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB header | |
| - 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (1 port on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) | |
| - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers | |
| Chipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub: | |
| - 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel | |
| Internal I/O Connectors | 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector |
| 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector | |
| 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector | |
| 1 x CPU fan header | |
| 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header | |
| 3 x system fan headers | |
| 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header | |
| 3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers | |
| 1 x RGB LED strip header | |
| 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors | |
| 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors | |
| 1 x front panel header | |
| 1 x front panel audio header | |
| 1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support | |
| 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header | |
| 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers | |
| 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only) | |
| 1 x reset button | |
| 1 x reset jumper | |
| 1 x Clear CMOS jumper | |
| Back Panel Connectors | 1 x Q-Flash Plus button |
| 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)jk | |
| 1 x DisplayPort | |
| 1 x HDMI port | |
| 1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support | |
| 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) | |
| 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports | |
| 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports | |
| 1 x RJ-45 port | |
| 3 x audio jacks | |
| I/O Controller | iTE I/O Controller Chip |
| H/W Monitoring | Voltage detection |
| Temperature detection | |
| Fan speed detection | |
| Water cooling flow rate detection | |
| Fan fail warning | |
| Fan speed control | |
| * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install. | |
| BIOS | 1 x 256 Mbit flash |
| Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS | |
| PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 | |
| Unique Features | Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) |
| * Available applications in GCC may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. | |
| Support for Q-Flash | |
| Support for Q-Flash Plus | |
| Bundled Software | Norton Internet Security (OEM version) |
| LAN bandwidth management software | |
| Operating System | Support for Windows 11 64-bit |
| Support for Windows 10 64-bit | |
| Form Factor | ATX Form Factor, 30.5cm x 24.4cm |
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