ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI
The ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI motherboard, featuring the Intel B860 chipset and an Intel 1851 socket in an ATX format, provides a robust platform for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors. It combines powerful military-grade components with an advanced power solution and a comprehensive cooling system. The board is equipped with four DDR5 slots supporting frequencies up to 8666MHz (OC) thanks to AEMP III technology, three M.2 slots including one with a PCIe 5.0 interface, two PCIe x16 slots, and one PCIe x1 slot for expansion cards. Connectivity is handled by 2.5Gb Ethernet, WiFi 7 with Q-Antenna, and a wide range of USB ports, including a USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port with speeds up to 20Gb/s. The board undergoes rigorous durability testing and delivers stable performance for demanding gaming marathons and advanced artificial intelligence applications.
Intel B860
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
ATX
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI motherboard
- Support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with a robust 12+1+2+1 power stage design (80A DrMOS) and enhanced VRM heatsinks ensures stable performance
- Four DDR5 slots supporting frequencies up to 8666+ MT/s thanks to AEMP III technology and DIMM Fit/DIMM Fit Pro features that optimise memory module performance
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with SafeSlot technology and three M.2 slots, including one PCIe 5.0, for superior data transfer speeds of up to 128Gb/s
- Wi-Fi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna and 2.5Gb/s Ethernet from Realtek provide ultra-fast, low-latency network connectivity with stable performance
- A rear-panel 20Gb/s USB Type-C port with DP Alt mode and a front-panel 10Gb/s USB Type-C port offer versatile connectivity and fast data transfers
- Enhanced cooling, including VRM heatsinks, two M.2 heatsinks, a chipset heatsink, and four fan headers (PWM/DC) controllable via AI Advisor
Powerful delivery and military-grade components
A stable power supply is key to fully utilising the performance of Intel processors. The board uses 12+1+2+1 power stages with DrMOS technology, with each stage rated at 80A. This configuration integrates high-side and low-side MOSFETs with drivers into a single package, ensuring optimal power delivery, efficiency, and stability for current and future Intel processors. The six-layer PCB design quickly dissipates heat from around the voltage regulators and improves overall system stability. Proprietary 8+8-pin ProCool connectors are built to strict specifications to ensure full contact with the PSU power cables, which reduces impedance and prevents hotspots. TUF chokes and TUF 5K black metallic capacitors, with 52% wider temperature tolerance and 2.5× longer lifespan than standard components, provide a reliable foundation for long-term operation.
Memory and storage with advanced technologies
Comprehensive memory tuning options let you unlock the high potential of DDR5 modules. ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature for achieving high performance with CUDIMM memory through a two-phase optimisation process, which first tunes the clock driver and then the memory frequency, achieving up to 19% higher frequencies than the basic Intel DDR5 profile. The DIMM Fit feature analyses individual memory modules to optimise their performance and identify potential issues. DIMM Fit Pro gives advanced users control over up to twenty overclocking parameters. One M.2 slot with a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface enables data transfers of up to 128Gb/s, which is twice the speed of PCIe 4.0. Two additional M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 x4 support 2242/2260/2280 and 22110 formats, and all slots are equipped with heatsinks for optimal heat dissipation.
Port selection
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 3
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 2× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1 (1 header)
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 3
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 2
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Type-C
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 5× 3.5mm Jack, Optical S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: BIOS FlashBack button, 2× Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin
- Cooling: PWM FAN (4-pin) count - 6, Water pump - 4-pin
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion (JCI), Addressable Gen 2 headers - 3, COM Port header, Clear CMOS header, Thunderbolt (USB4) header
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard (also known as a mainboard), it's important to pay close attention to the socket type, form factor, and chipset. These are the most crucial parameters, ensuring the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the remaining connectors dictate which other components you'll need for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
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Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
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