MSI B450M-A PRO MAX Motherboard - AM4, DDR4, PCIe 3.0, Micro-ATX

The MSI B450M-A PRO MAX Motherboard is a versatile Micro-ATX motherboard designed for AMD's Ryzen processors. With its AMD B450 chipset, this motherboard provides a solid foundation for building efficient and stable systems suitable for both gaming and productivity.Key Features:

• Processor Compatibility:
  • Supports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series, 4000 G-Series, 3000 Series, and earlier generations (including Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics) using the AM4 socket.
• Chipset:
  • AMD B450 chipset for enhanced performance and features.
• Memory Support:
  • Slots: 4 x DDR4 memory slots
  • Maximum Capacity: Up to 128GB
  • Speed Support:
    • Supports DDR4 speeds up to 4133 MHz (OC).
• Expansion Slots:
  • PCIe Slots:
    • 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (from CPU)
    • 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1 slot.
• Storage Options:
  • M.2 Slot:
    • 1 x M.2 slot (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA)
    • SATA Ports: 4 x SATA III (6Gb/s) ports for traditional storage solutions.
• Networking:
  • LAN Controller: Realtek® RTL8125 Gigabit LAN for reliable wired connectivity.
• Audio Features:
  • Realtek® ALC892 Codec providing high-definition audio quality.

Advanced Features

• Turbo M.2 Support:
  • Maximizes performance for NVMe-based SSDs with PCIe Gen3 x4 support.
• Core Boost Technology:
  • Optimized power design allows for faster and more stable CPU performance.
• Audio Boost:
  • Delivers studio-grade sound quality for an immersive audio experience.
• X-Boost Software:
  • Automatically detects and boosts the performance of any storage or USB device.

Design and Build Quality

The B450M-A PRO MAX features a compact Micro-ATX form factor, making it suitable for various case sizes while ensuring efficient heat dissipation. The motherboard is designed with durability in mind, featuring a robust PCB layout and heavy-duty heatsinks on the MOSFETs for reliable power delivery.