Is AMD Ryzen 7 5800X compatible with B450 Chipset?
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CPU | Motherboards
ByAnshul Rana
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When it comes to building or upgrading a computer, compatibility between components is key. One important compatibility consideration is the compatibility between the CPU and motherboard. In this article, we will explore the compatibility between the Ryzen 7 5800X and B450 motherboard.
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The Ryzen 7 5800X is a high-performance CPU from AMD that is part of the Zen 3 architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock speed of 3. 8 GHz and a boost clock speed of 4.7 GHz. The B450 motherboard chipset, on the other hand, is a mid-range chipset that is popular among budget-conscious builders.
In this article, we will examine the compatibility between the Ryzen 7 5800X and B450 motherboard, including any potential compatibility issues that may arise and alternative options for compatibility. We will also discuss the BIOS update process and its impact on compatibility. By the end of this article, you will have a clear understanding of the compatibility between the Ryzen 7 5800X and B450 motherboard and be able to make an informed decision on which components to use for your build.
AMD B450 Chipset Specifications
The B450 chipset is a mid-range motherboard chipset for AMD Socket AM4 processors. It was introduced in 2018 as a lower-cost alternative to the high-end X470 chipset.
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Slots | 18 |
USB 3. 2 Gen2 |
2 |
| Maximum SATA Ports | 10 |
| PCIe Graphics Support | 1×16/2×8 |
| PCIe NVMe Support | 1×4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe®3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes (Total/Usable) | 40/32 |
| Overclocking | Yes |
Some of the key differences between the B450 and the X470 chipsets are that the B450 chipset has fewer SATA and USB ports, and it has less extensive support for overclocking. However, these specifications can be lowered by the motherboard manufacturers. So, it is good to check these features before you buy your motherboard.
All CPUs supported by B450 Chipsets
Here are all the CPU generations supported by the B450 motherboard chipset.
But, again, the specific CPUs may or may not be supported by specific motherboards.
| Processor Series | B450 Compatibility |
|---|---|
| AMD Athlon™ Processors with Radeon Graphics | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 1000 Series Processors | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 2000 Series Processors with Radeon™ Graphics | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 2000 Series Processors | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series Processors with Radeon™ Graphics | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series Processors | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 4000 Series Processors | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Processors (5800X) | ✓ |
| AMD Ryzen™ 6000 Series Processors | X |
| AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors | X |
Source
All the Ryzen CPUs except the 6000 and 7000 series are supported with the B450 chipset.
Should you buy a B450 motherboard for Ryzen 7 5800X?
Generally, B550 motherboards are considered to be the most suitable for a 5800X CPU. But, if you have a low budget, you can surely go for a B450 motherboard as well because it theoretically and physically supports the 5800X CPU.
If you have a good budget and you are building a high-end system, it will be good if you go for the X570 chipset.
Let me know your thoughts in comments.
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AMD Ryzen 7 2700X BUNDLE-B450 AORUS – PC Centre Northwest
AMD RYZEN 7 2700X BUNDLE – 8 CORE – GIGABYTE B450 AORUS ELITE GAMING MOTHERBOARD – NO RAM INCLUDED
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AMD RYZEN 7 2700X CPU SPECIFICATIONS
CPU Cores
8
Threads
16
Base Clock
3.
7GHz
Max Boost Clock
Up to 4.3GHz
Total L3 Cache
16MB
Unlocked
Yes
CMOS
12nm FinFET
Package
AM4
PCI Express® Version
PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Solution
Wraith Prism with RGB LED
Default TDP
105W
Max Temps
85°C
*OS Support
Windows 10 – 64-Bit Edition
RHEL x86 64-Bit
Ubuntu x86 64-Bit
*Operating System (OS) support will vary by manufacturer.
GIGABYTE B450 AORUS ELITE MOTHERBOARD SPECIFICATIONS
AMD B450 AORUS Motherboard with Hybrid Digital PWM, Dual M.2 with One Thermal Guard, RGB FUSION 2.0, GIGABYTE Gaming LAN with Bandwidth Management, CEC 2019 ready
Supports AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen™/ 2nd Gen Ryzen™/ 1st Gen Ryzen™/ 2nd Gen Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ 1st Gen Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
HDMI, DVI-D Ports for Multiple Display
Integrated I/O Shield of Ultra Durable™ Design
Dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 M.
2 (x4, x2) with One Thermal Guard
High Quality Audio Capacitors and Audio Noise Guard with LED Trace Path Lighting
RGB FUSION 2.0 with Multi-Zone LED Light Show Design, Supports Digital LED & RGB LED Strips
GIGABYTE Exclusive 8118 Gaming LAN with Bandwidth Management
Smart Fan 5 Features 6 Temperature Sensors and 4 Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
APP Center Including EasyTune™ and Cloud Station™ Utilities
CEC 2019 Ready, Save Power with a Simple Click
CPU
AM4 Socket: Supports AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen™/ 2nd Gen Ryzen™/ 1st Gen Ryzen™/ 2nd Gen Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ 1st Gen Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
(Please refer “CPU Support List” for more information.)
Chipset
AMD B450
Memory
4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR4 3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3200(O.
C.)/2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz memory modules
Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(Please refer “Memory Support List” for more information.)
Onboard Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor:
1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920×1200@60 Hz
* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@60(Note) Hz
* Support for HDMI 2.0 version and HDCP 2.2.(Note)
Maximum shared memory of 16 GB
(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.
Audio
Realtek® ALC892 codec
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN
Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)(Note)
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX1_2 slot. The PCIEX4 slot operates at up to x2 mode when the PCIEX1_2 slot is populated. The PCIEX4 slot operates at up to x4 mode when the PCIEX1_2 is empty.
2 x PCI Express x1 slots
(The PCIEX4 and PCIEX1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Multi-Graphics Technology
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire™ and 2-Way AMD CrossFire™ technologies
Storage Interface
1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_SOCKET)
1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 SSD support)(M2B_SOCKET)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10
* Refer to “1-7 Internal Connectors,” for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors.
USB
Chipset:
2 x USB 3.
1 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
Integrated in the APU:
4 x USB 3.1 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
2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
3 x system fan headers
1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip extension cable header
1 x RGB (RGBW) LED strip header
2 x digital LED strip headers
2 x digital LED strip power select jumpers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2×10 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0 module only)
1 x serial port header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel Connectors
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 3.
1 Gen 1 ports
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
6 x audio jacks
I/O Controller
iTE® I/O Controller Chip
H/W Monitoring
Voltage detection
Temperature detection
Fan speed detection
Overheating warning
Fan fail warning
Fan speed control
* Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install.
BIOS
1 x 128 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 APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
3D OSD
AutoGreen
Cloud Station
EasyTune
Fast Boot
Game Boost
ON/OFF Charge
RGB Fusion
Smart Backup
Smart Keyboard
Smart TimeLock
Smart HUD
Smart Survey
System Information Viewer
USB Blocker
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install
Bundled Software
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
Realtek® 8118 Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control Utility
Operating System
Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Support for Windows 7 64-bit
* To support Windows 7 64-bit, you must install an AMD Pinnacle Ridge & Summit Ridge CPU.
* Please download the “Windows USB Installation Tool” from GIGABYTE’s website and install it before installing Windows 7.
Form Factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 23.5cm
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ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 1200(3.1GHz,65W,L3:8M,4C,rev:B1) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 1300(3.4GHz,65W,L3:8M,4C,rev:B1) | ALL |
0318 GO |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G (3.6GHz,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
1804 GO |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE (3.3GHz,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G (3.8GHz,45-65W,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE (3.5GHz,35W,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 4355G (3.8GHz,65W,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE (3. 5GHz,35W,L3:4M,4C) |
ALL |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G (4.0GHz,65W,L3:8M,4C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE (3.6GHz,35W,L3:8M,4C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 1400(3.2GHz,4C,L3:8M,65W,rev:B1) | ALL |
0318 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 1500X(3.5GHz,65W,L3:16M,4C,rev:B1) | ALL |
0318 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 1600(3.2GHz,6C,L3:16M,65W,rev:B1) | ALL |
0318 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 1600AF(3.2GHz,6C,L3:16M,65W,rev:B1) | ALL |
1804 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 1600X(3.5GHz,95W,L3:16M,6C,rev:B1) | ALL |
0318 GO |
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Ryzen 5 2400G(3. 6GHz,45~65W,L3:4M,4C) |
ALL |
0318 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 2400GE(3.2GHz,35W,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 2600(3.4GHz,6C,L3:16M,65W,B2) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 2600X(3.6GHz,6C,L3:16M,95W,B2) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 3400G (3.7GHz,45-65W,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 3400GE (3.3GHz,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 3500 (3.6Ghz,65W,L3:16M,6C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 3500X (3.5Ghz,65W,L3:32M,6C) | ALL |
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Ryzen 5 3600 (3. 6GHz,65W,L3:32M,6C,B0) |
ALL |
1201 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 3600X (3.8GHz,95W,L3:32M,6C,B0) | ALL |
1201 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 3600XT (3.8GHz, 95W,L3:32M,6C) | ALL |
2008 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 4500 (3.6GHz,45-65W,L3:8M,6C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 4600G (3.7GHz,65W,L3:8M,6C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 4600GE (3.3GHz,35W,L3:8M,6C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 5500 (Cezanne) (3.6GHz,45-65W,L3:16M,6C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 5600 (3.5GHz,65W,L3:32M,6C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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Ryzen 5 5600G (3. 9GHz,45-65W, L3:16M,6C) |
ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 5600GE (3.4GHz,35W,L3:16M,6C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 5600X (Vermeer) (3.7GHz,65W,L3:32M,6C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 1500(3.5GHz,65W,L3:16M,4C,rev:B1) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 1600(3.2GHz,65W,L3:16M,6C,rev:B1) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G (3.7GHz,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
1804 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE (3.3GHz,L3:4M,4C) | ALL |
1804 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 3600 (3.6GHz,65W,L3:32M,6C) | ALL |
1804 GO |
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Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G (3. 7GHz,45-65W,L3:8M,6C) |
ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE (3.3GHz,35W,L3:8M,6C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G (3.7GHz,65W,L3:8M,6C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (3.3GHz,35W,L3:8M,6C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G (3.9GHz,65W,L3:16M,6C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 5 PRO 5650GE (3.4GHz,35W,L3:16M,6C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 1700(3.0GHz,8C,L3:16M,65W) | ALL |
0318 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 1700X(3.4GHz,8C,L3:16M,95W) | ALL |
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Ryzen 7 1800X(3. 6GHz,8C,L3:16M,95W) |
ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 2700(3.2GHz,8C,L3:16M,65W,B2) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 2700X(3.7GHz,8C,L3:16M,105W) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 3700X (3.6GHz,65W,L3:32M,8C,B0) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 3800X (3.9GHz,105W,L3:32M,8C,B0) | ALL |
1201 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 3800XT (3.9GHz, 105W,L3:32M,8C) | ALL |
2008 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 4700G (3.6GHz,45-65W,L3:8M,8C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 4700GE (3.1GHz,35W,L3:8M,8C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 5700G (3.8GHz,45-65W,L3:16M,8C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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Ryzen 7 5700GE (3. 2GHz,35W,L3:16M,8C) |
ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 5700X (3.4GHz,65W,L3:32M,8C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 5800 (Vermeer B2) (3.4GHz,65W,L3:32M,8C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 5800X (Vermeer) (3.8GHz,105W,L3:32M,8C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 5800X3D (3.4GHz,105W,L3:96M,8C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 PRO 1700(3.0GHz,65W,L3:16M,8C,rev:B1) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X(3.4GHz,95W,L3:16M,8C,rev:B1) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 (3.6GHz,65W,L3:32M,8C) | ALL |
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Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G (3. 6GHz,45-65W,L3:8M,8C) |
ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE (3.1GHz,35W,L3:8M,8C) | ALL |
3211 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G (3.8GHz,65W,L3:16M,8C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE (3.2GHz,35W,L3:16M,8C) | ALL |
2409 GO |
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| Ryzen 9 3900 (3.1GHz,65W,L3:64M,12C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 9 3900X (3.8GHz,105W,L3:64M,12C,B0) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 9 3900XT (3.8GHz, 105W,L3:64M,12C) | ALL |
2008 GO |
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| Ryzen 9 3950X (3.5GHz,105W,L3:64M,16C) | ALL |
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Ryzen 9 5900 (Vermeer) (3. 0GHz, 65W, L3:64M, 12C) |
ALL |
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| Ryzen 9 5900X (Vermeer) (3.7GHz,105W,L3:64M,12C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 9 5950X (Vermeer) (3.4GHz,105W,L3:64M,16C) | ALL |
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| Ryzen 9 PRO 3900 (3.1GHz,65W,L3:64M,12C) |
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B450, B550, and X570 Socket AM4 Platforms — What’s the Difference?
Motherboards with the AMD B550 chipset have finally appeared on sale, but their release raises certain questions, the main of which is whether it is worth upgrading the computer? In this article, we will look at all aspects of the B550 platform and walk through its main differences from other platforms with an AM4 processor socket. We hope this will help you make an informed choice when selecting components for your AMD Ryzen processor-based computer.
Although all the motherboards discussed in this article share the same processor socket (AM4), the chipset they use determines their functionality to a large extent. The main differences are described below.
Support for Zen 3 microarchitecture processors (Ryzen 4000 series) on B450 and X470 motherboards was initially unclear. AMD has announced that it is not going to ensure the compatibility of new chips with older platforms. However, fortunately, its official position has changed, and now the motherboard manufacturer decides on the implementation of compatibility.
Note that MSI has always intended to support Zen 3 processors in as many motherboards as possible with B450 and X470 chipsets. To that end, a special beta BIOS will be made available for these boards after the release of Zen 3 processors.
While older boards with B450 and X470 chipsets require a special beta BIOS to use Zen 3 processors, the B550 and X570 platforms officially support them.
Thus, support for processors installed in the AM4 socket is as follows:
Industry-leading Lightning PCIe 4.0 and M.2 Gen 4 interfaces
The latest PCIe 4.0 bus offers fantastic speed for anyone who needs the fastest graphics or storage subsystem. It opens a new era in the evolution of peripheral devices: video cards, drives, network adapters, etc. As expected, this bus is supported in MSI motherboards based on both new chipsets, B550 and X570.
Doubling the bandwidth of the previous standard to a fantastic 64 GB/s, PCIe 4.0 will be used by the next generation of peripherals, which will also be useful for professional applications.
A new generation of M.2 drives is now on the market, offering incredible read and write speeds of up to 5000MB/s sequential read! This makes them ideal for professionals working with large files containing original photo and video footage.
Such a fast storage subsystem will significantly speed up the entire workflow.
Support for advanced network controllers and drives
Professionals who need to store large amounts of data often rely on NAS connected to a local computer network. However, when using a previous generation infrastructure, the transfer of such data may be too slow. In addition, additional M.2 slots may be required to connect high-speed drives for local storage.
Many MSI B550 series boards have both faster network controllers and more M.2 slots than their B450 series predecessors, making them better suited for professional applications.
3
2.5G LAN
MPG X570 GAMING RPO CARBON WIFI
2
1G LAN
MPG X570 GAMING EDGE WIFI
2
1G LAN
MPG X570 GAMING PLUS
2
1G LAN
MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI
2
2.5G LAN
MPG B550 GAMING CARBON WIFI
2
2.5G LAN
MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI
2
2.
5G LAN
MPG B550 GAMING PLUS
2
1G LAN
MPG B550I GAMING EDGE WIFI
2
2.5G LAN
MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
2
2.5G LAN + 1G LAN
MAG B550M BAZOOKA
2
1G LAN
MAG B550M MORTAR WIFI
2
2.5G LAN
MAG B550M MORTAR
2
2.5G LAN
B450 TOMAHAWK MAX
1
1G LAN
B450 GAMING PLUS MAX
Thermal pad — 7 W/(m K)
To better transfer heat from the cooled components, the motherboard-mounted power heatsink is equipped with a thermal pad with increased thermal conductivity of 7 W/(m K).
M.2 Shield Frozr: Protecting drives from overheating
NVMe drives can slow down when they overheat. To avoid this, all MSI B550 series motherboards have at least one Shield Frozr heatsink designed specifically for cooling the drive in the M.2 slot.
Built-in Wi-Fi 6: The new wireless standard
Many MSI B550 series motherboards do not require an additional wireless adapter as they already have built-in Wi-Fi 6.
This includes the MPG B550 GAMING CARBON models WIFI, MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI, MPG B550I GAMING EDGE WIFI, MAG B550M MORTAR WIFI.
Front USB-C Interface: Connect Peripherals Easily
All MSI B550 series motherboards are equipped with front USB-C interface, which allows you to conveniently connect new generation peripherals. To take advantage of it, you’ll need an appropriate computer case — USB-C-enabled models are also available from MSI.
Power system: for current and future generations of processors
The power system of the B550 series has been improved over the B450 series so as not to limit the potential of even the most powerful AMD processors in any way.
Model
Phase of power
Processor power connectors
MEG X570 GODLIKE
14+4+1
9000 2 X 8 PIN PIN PIN0918
MEG X570 ACE
12+2+1
2 x 8 PIN
MEG X570 Unify
+2+1
2 X 8 PIN
9000 GAMING RPO Carbon WiFi
9 1
2 x 8 pin
MPG X570 GAMING EDGE WIFI
8+2+1
pin + 1 x 4 pin
MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI
12+2+1
1 x 8 pin + 1 x 4 pin
MPG B550 Gaming Edge WiFi
10+2+1
1 x 8 PIN
MPG B550 GAMING PLUS
10+2+1
9000 1 x 8 PIN
MPG B550I GAMING EDGE WIFI 9000 2+1
1 x 8 PIN
MAG B550 Tomahawk
10+2+1
1 x 8 PIN
MAG B550M BAZOOKA
4+2+1
9000 1 X 8 PIN
MAG B550M MORTAR WIFI
8+2+1
1 x 8 pin
MAG B550M MORTAR
8+2+1
1 x 8 PIN
B450 Tomahawk Max
4+2+1
1 x 8 PIN
B450 GAMING PLUS MAX
4+2+1
9000 1 x 8 PIN
B450 GAMING PRO CARBON MAX WIFI
8+2+1
1 x 8 pin + 1 x 4 pin
B450M BAZOOKA MAX WIFI
4+2+1
1 x 8 pin
Which
chipset should I prefer?
Should I change the motherboard with B450/X470 chipset?
AMD has officially authorized motherboard manufacturers to implement support for Zen 3 processors in models based on the B450 chipset.
Therefore, if the only reason for the upgrade is compatibility with new processors, there is no point in changing the existing board with the B450 chipset.
We don’t know if all B450 and X470 motherboards available on the market will support the new AMD processors. However, MSI will release updates for as many of its models as possible so that users can experience the full benefits of advanced Ryzen chips without changing their motherboard. We will keep you informed!
However, MSI’s B550 series motherboards bring a lot of additional features, so if you need high-speed interfaces, improved overclocking stability, powerful power system — and all this at a relatively affordable price, then this model will be an excellent choice.
Who should upgrade to the B550 platform?
If any of the following apply to you, upgrading to an MSI B550 series motherboard would make sense:
- You need a PCIe 4.0 bus to connect next-generation high-speed peripherals, including graphics cards.
- You want to unlock the full speed potential of M.2 Gen4 SSDs.
- You need an affordable motherboard that is compatible with both current and future high-end Ryzen processors.
- You want to use high frequency RAM.
- You need built-in Wi-Fi 6 and 2.5G Ethernet network adapters.
- You want to access some of the premium features that are being made available to the mainstream AMD platform for the first time.
Every MSI B550 series motherboard is designed to handle the most powerful Ryzen series processors of current and future generations. So if you want to get the most out of your Ryzen chip, the answer to the question of whether to upgrade is an obvious yes!
Who should upgrade to the X570 platform?
Some professionals may require even more processing power and more upgrade options than the B550 platform offers. For them, MSI X570 series motherboards are the perfect choice. This platform should be preferred if:
- You are using more than four USB 3.
1 devices. - You are using more than six SATA devices.
- You are using more than three M.2 SSDs in PCIe Gen4 mode.
Would you like an MSI water cooling system?
The number of cores and overall speed of AMD processors are constantly growing, so current and future generations of chips require proper cooling. And although they come with standard coolers, to fully realize their frequency potential, it does not hurt to use a more efficient solution.
MSI’s 240mm and 360mm form factor water coolers cover the entire AMD Ryzen processor line up to the Threadripper series. Our recommendations for using specific coolers with certain processors are as follows:
Please check the motherboard and processor cooling system specifications on the respective product pages before purchasing.
