Refurbished ASUS ROG STRIX B850-I GAMING WiFi AM5 DDR5 PCIe 5.0 mITX Motherboard

ASUS ROG STRIX B850-I Gaming Wi-Fi AMD AM5 Motherboard

The ROG Strix B850-I Gaming Wi-Fi integrates cutting-edge technology into a sleek mini-ITX form factor. It features PCIe® 5.0 slots for graphics and storage, dual-channel DDR5 slots and robust power delivery for top-tier gaming and heavy workloads. Meanwhile, advanced cooling solutions maintain peak performance, and Wi-Fi 7 ensures ultra-fast connectivity. This platform delivers the power and connectivity that advanced AI PC applications demand.

ASUS AI Intelligence

Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimise network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of Wi-Fi 7.

EZ PC DIY

With PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot. The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD. The new Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with just one press. This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, 2260 and 2280 for easy device installation. With Q-Antenna, attaching a Wi-Fi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.

PCIe 5.0

Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix B850-I offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support. The topmost x16 expansion slot is Gen 5-ready, and is protected with a SafeSlot retention bracket to bear the weight of the latest graphics cards. Two onboard M.2 slots is geared for blistering 16 Gb/s read and write speeds thanks to its PCIe 5.0 interface. One M.2 slot is covered with substantial heatsink to dispatch the heat of next-gen drives.

Power Design

1: Power Architecture
The VRM features 10+2+1 power stages, each rated to handle up to 70 amps.

2: Alloy Chokes and Capacitors
Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.

3: Ten-Layer PCB
A multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.

Memory

For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, the Strix B850-E is primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits, courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via the extensive array of settings in the UEFI. ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP automatically detects the memory chips on your kit and then presents optimised frequency, timing and voltage profiles that you can effortlessly apply to unleash performance.

Cooling

The VRM heatsink extends over the rear I/O to maximise surface area and include a VRM fan for active cooling to deftly handle the power thermals of the latest AMD processors, while leaving clearance for large CPU coolers. High-quality thermal pads are utilised between power stages and heatsinks, helping to improve heat transfer and reduce VRM operating temperatures. A large heatsink covers the NVME SSD slot to help keep your drive optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.

Networking

The revolutionary Wi-Fi 7 is up to 4.8X times faster than standard Wi-Fi 6, thanks to tech like 160 MHz channels on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable Wi-Fi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming and industrial IoT. Onboard Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with speeds that are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for speedy file transfers, low-latency gaming, and high-res video streaming.

ASUS Wi-Fi Q-Antenna

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.

• AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 series desktop processors.
• Intelligent Control: ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Networking II and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance.
• Robust Power Solution: 10+2+1 power solution rated for up to 70A per stage with ProCool power connectors.
• Optimised Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover and high-conductivity thermal pads.
• Latest M.2 Support: Two onboard PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots, one cooled by a large heatsink to maximise performance, and the other for additional storage.
• Abundant Connectivity: USB 20Gbps Type-C ® port, USB 10Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector, five additional USB 10Gbps ports, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, HDMI™ port.
• High-Performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet.
• DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Slide, M.2 Q-Latch , Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack button, Clear CMOS button, FlexKey button and pre-mounted I/O shield.
• Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with Dolby Atmos.
• Unmatched Personalisation: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including two addressable Gen 2 headers.
• Renowned Software: ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core, ASUS GlideX, HWiNFO, Norton 360 for Gamers (60-day free trial), bundled 60-day AIDA64 Extreme trial subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard.