ASUS PRIME B450M-K motherboard is designed to provide robust performance and reliability for your desktop PC build. Built on the AMD B450 chipset, this mATX motherboard supports a wide range of AMD Ryzen™ processors, including the 5000 Series, 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, and 3000 Series desktop processors. With its AM4 socket, the motherboard is compatible with 3rd, 2nd, and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors, as well as Athlon™ processors with Radeon™ Vega Graphics, offering excellent flexibility for various computing needs.

Memory Support

The ASUS PRIME B450M-K supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory, with speeds ranging from 2133 MHz to 4400 MHz (OC). This enables users to build systems that can handle demanding applications such as video editing, gaming, and multitasking. The motherboard supports dual-channel memory architecture, which enhances overall memory performance and bandwidth, ensuring your system operates efficiently under heavy workloads.

Storage and Connectivity

For storage, the motherboard offers one M.2 Socket 3 (Type 2242/2260/2280) that supports both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes, allowing you to install high-speed NVMe SSDs for quick data access. Additionally, it features 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports, providing ample room for multiple storage devices, such as SSDs and hard drives, ensuring you have the necessary space for your files and applications. The motherboard also supports RAID 0, 1, and 10, giving you flexibility in data management.

Graphics and Display

The ASUS PRIME B450M-K offers a variety of video output options, including 1 x D-Sub and 1 x DVI-D, each supporting a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz, which is ideal for standard displays. Although it does not come with a dedicated GPU slot, the motherboard’s integrated graphics support makes it a great choice for those looking to build a budget-friendly system without the need for discrete graphics.

Network and Expansion

The motherboard is equipped with Realtek RTL8111H, a Gigabit LAN controller, providing stable and high-speed internet connectivity. This is essential for gaming, streaming, and other internet-heavy tasks. For expansion, the motherboard includes 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (with x8 mode) for a graphics card or other expansion cards, and 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots for additional peripherals like network cards or sound cards.

Enhanced Durability and Protection

ASUS's 5X Protection III features a variety of enhancements that ensure long-lasting durability and protection. The SafeSlot Core strengthens the PCIe slot to prevent damage, while ASUS LANGuard protects against LAN surges and lightning strikes, ensuring a safe and secure connection. The overvoltage protection and stainless-steel back I/O further safeguard the motherboard, offering greater resilience and corrosion resistance.

Audio and USB Support

The Realtek ALC887 codec provides 8-channel high-definition audio, delivering rich and clear sound for all your entertainment and gaming needs. The motherboard also includes multiple USB ports, including 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports at the back panel for high-speed data transfer, along with additional USB 2.0 ports for more peripheral connections.

BIOS and Software Features

The ASUS PRIME B450M-K comes with an 128Mb Flash ROM featuring UEFI AMI BIOS, which offers a user-friendly interface and various advanced settings for overclocking and system optimization. ASUS EZ Flash 3 and CrashFree BIOS 3 make it easy to update the BIOS and recover from any issues. The motherboard also features AI Suite 3, Aura Creator, and Fan Xpert for performance monitoring, power-saving, and fan control, giving users full control over their system’s performance and cooling.