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Towards:gaming
Form Factor:micro-ATX
Socket:AM4
Chipset:AMD B550
BIOS:Ami
RAM slots:DDR4 4 sl
RAM form factor:DIMM
RAM clock:4733 MHz
Sound (channels):7.1
Connectors:HDMI, M.2
Power connector:24-pin
Processor power:8-pin

Despite the active promotion of the AMD AM5 platform, many manufacturers have not forgotten about its predecessor, AM4, and continue to release quite interesting solutions for use with Ryzen processors of the 2000, 3000, 4000, and 5000 series. One such example is the affordable gaming motherboard Gigabyte B550M from the AORUS ELITE series. Based on the AMD B550 chipset, the board offers 8 power phases, which ensure stable system operation even under high loads.

Efficient cooling of components is achieved through a VRM heatsink, which is especially important for users looking to overclock the processor and memory. The board supports DDR4 memory with four DIMM slots, allowing for up to 128 GB of RAM with a clock speed of up to 4733 MHz. Support for XMP technology simplifies the overclocking process, enabling users to easily achieve maximum performance.

For connecting storage devices, the board offers four SATA 3 ports and two M.2 slots that operate in SATA/PCIe 4.0 mode. The integrated RAID controller allows setting up RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 arrays. The PCIe 16x slot supports the installation of modern video cards, including the GeForce RTX 4000 and Radeon RX 7000 series, and the steel PCIe slots enhance resistance to physical damage. Belonging to the compact micro-ATX format allows its use in building compact PCs of various orientations. Additional equipment includes a gigabit network controller with an integrated wireless receiver (Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3).

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Specifications B550M AORUS ELITE AX
Main
Featuresgaming for overclocking
SocketAM4
Form factormicro-ATX
Power phases8
VRM heatsink
Size (HxW)244x244 mm
Chipset
ChipsetAMD B550
BIOSAmi
UEFI BIOS
RAM
DDR44 slot(s)
Memory moduleDIMM
Operation mode2 channel
Max. clock frequency4733 MHz
Max. memory128 GB
XMP
Drive interface
SATA 3 (6Gbps)4
M.2 connector2
M.22xSATA/PCIe 4x
Integrated RAID controller / RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 /
Expansion slots
1x PCIe slots1 pcs
PCIe 16x slots2 pcs
PCIe modes16x/4x
PCIe support4.0
Steel PCIe connectors
Internal connections
TPM connector
USB-A 2.01 pcs
USB-A 5Gbps1 pcs
Video outputs
DVI outputDVI-D
HDMI output
HDMI versionv2.1
Integrated audio
AudiochipRealtek ALC887
Sound (channels)7.1
Network interfaces
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) / Realtek RTL8852CE /
BluetoothBluetooth v5.3
LAN (RJ-45)1 Gbps
LAN ports1
LAN controllerRealtek GbE
External connections
USB-A 2.04 pcs
USB-A 5Gbps4 pcs
PS/21
Power connectors
Main power socket24-pin
CPU power8-pin
Fan power connectors3
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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Gigabyte B550M AORUS ELITE is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for budget to mid-range gaming PCs, offering compatibility with AMD AM4 processors, including the 3000 and 5000 series. It features an 8-phase power supply with a VRM heatsink, supporting overclocking and providing stability for processors with up to 12 cores. The board includes PCIe 4.0 support for enhanced speed with compatible components, although PCIe 4.0 only works with Ryzen 3000 or higher. Users appreciate its price, stability, and design, but some have noted issues with the BIOS, particularly concerning RAM overclocking and XMP profiles. The motherboard lacks integrated WiFi and cooling for M.2 SSDs, and some users experienced problems with RAM slots and BIOS updates. Despite these drawbacks, it offers decent specifications for its price, making it a viable option for those looking to build a PC under $1000, though alternatives like the Asus TUF Gaming B550M-Plus are suggested for better performance.
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Revision 1.3 no problems during use
2 February 
Good model, reliable
Super convenient BIOS, design, compatibility with Ryzen 5000 series
No heatsink for M2, 4pin only 3 pieces
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You can take it, but it's 50/50 that there will be some hassle.
13 April 2024 
Having worked, saved money, built a new PC, and it didn't respond at all when turned on, it turned out the motherboard shorted from a single contact with an extra standoff in the case.
Decent specifications, it seems
Poor protection of power elements, no indication found on the board.
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good model, like it
14 December 2023 
In the stress test, the VRM zone heated up to 68-78 degrees. The R5600 CPU was tested, but for some reason, the third RAM slot doesn't work for me. I don’t know if it’s the processor or the motherboard. I don’t use the third slot, so it’s not critical for me. Overall, if you want to save a bit, you can opt for this one, but I might consider getting something better in the future. In general, I can recommend this board, but it's better to get the Asus TUF Gaming B550M-Plus or something better. I'll be glad if I help someone with their choice.
Price, VRM heatsink, ARGB lighting, intuitive BIOS
There's no cooling radiator on the SSD M.2, you can connect a total of 3 fans: 2 case fans and one on the CPU. The sound isn't the best for me, lacking in bass.
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