Gigabyte B650 GAMING X AX V2

Full-format ATX motherboard designed for AMD Ryzen processors from the 7000/8000/9000 series, which use the AMD AM5 socket introduced in 2022 to replace the older AM4. This model is in the mid-price segment and is part of the popular Gigabyte gaming lineup. According to the manufacturer, it is an excellent choice for experienced gamers planning to build a gaming computer aimed at upcoming AAA games.

The board is equipped with the B650 chipset, providing a balance between performance and cost, offering support for the modern high-speed PCIe 5.0 interface and next-generation DDR5 memory with a maximum clock speed of up to 8000 MHz. Unlike boards with the AM4 socket, the maximum RAM capacity can reach 192 GB instead of 128 GB. The board has three M.2 slots for installing SSD drives supporting PCIe 4.0 and six SATA III connectors for traditional hard drives and SSDs.

The presence of three M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 support allows creating high-speed data storage configurations. There is one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot for graphics cards and two additional PCIe 4.0 slots for other expansions. Built-in Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 make the board an excellent choice for users needing high-speed wireless connections. In terms of cooling, the board is equipped with quality heatsinks on the VRM and chipset, ensuring stable performance under high loads. Additionally, the board features various USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen2x2 with a Type-C connector on the rear panel, allowing the connection of modern devices with high data transfer rates.