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ATX motherboard in black with large silver VRM heatsinks and installed Ryzen 5 9600X CPU

ASUS

ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI + Ryzen 5 9600X Combo AMD Motherboard

SKU CH-1CR3-7MA88

Pairs an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X processor with a B650E ATX board that supports DDR5, PCIe 5.0, Wi‑Fi 6E, 2.5Gb Ethernet and three M.2 slots

  • CPU socketAM5
  • ChipsetAMD B650
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memoryUp to 8000+MT/s (OC)
  • Max supported RAM192 GB

Model B650E MAX GAMING WIFI

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CPU +Ryzen 5 9600X

  • Ready for AI workloads with AM5 socket supporting Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 series
  • 6-core 12-thread Ryzen 5 9600X delivers 100+ FPS in popular titles
  • DDR5 memory up to 8000 MT/s and 192 GB capacity for high-speed multitasking
  • PCIe 5.0 x16 slot plus three M.2 slots for next-gen GPU and storage
  • Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet for fast wired and wireless connectivity

Combo for AM5 gaming and AI workloads

This bundle pairs an ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI motherboard with an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X processor. The board supports Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series CPUs on the AM5 socket. It delivers up to 192 GB of DDR5 memory across four slots and includes Wi-Fi 6E plus Bluetooth 5.3. The 6-core 12-thread CPU targets high-frame-rate gaming and responsive multitasking.

Platform jump from PCIe 4.0 and slower networks

The motherboard adds a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and a PCIe 5.0 M.2 socket for graphics and storage that exceed 4.0 bandwidth. Rear USB 10 Gbps Type-A and Type-C ports replace 5 Gbps connections, while Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet supersedes 1 Gb links. The 8+2+1 phase VRM with alloy chokes and a 6-layer PCB supplies cleaner power for the Zen 5 architecture than basic 4-phase designs.

Sustained load behaviour with VRM and M.2 cooling

VRM heatsinks, an M.2 heatsink and a PCH heatsink dissipate heat during extended sessions, while hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+ adjust airflow dynamically. The alloy chokes and durable capacitors on the 6-layer PCB maintain stable voltage under continuous all-core loads. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 preserve low-latency wireless throughput when the system runs hot.

How it compares

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Price $458.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameB650E MAX GAMING WIFI+R5 9600X
Processor
CPU socketAM5
ChipsetAMD B650
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memoryUp to 8000+MT/s (OC)
Max supported RAM192 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
ECC supportYes
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slotsAMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)*
AMD B650 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x2 mode)
* Specifications vary by CPU types.
SATA and RAID support0/1/5/10
Audio & video
Sound channelsRealtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
* A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 ax
Bluetooth support5.3
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slotsAMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
PCIe 4.0 x16 slotsAMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)**
AMD B650 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (support x4 mode)
Onboard USB headers1 x USB 5 Gbit/s connector (supports USB Type-C)
1 x USB 5 Gbit/s header supports 2 additional USB 5 Gbit/s ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support 6 additional USB 2.0 ports
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin Main Power connector
1 × 8-pin +12 V CPU Power connectors
1 × 4-pin +12 V CPU Power connectors
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportSupported
More details
BIOS256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

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Questions about this item

What case clearance does the pre-mounted I/O shield on the ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI require?

The pre-mounted I/O shield fits a standard ATX rear cut-out; no extra clearance beyond the motherboard tray is needed.

Which step is most often missed when installing the Ryzen 5 9600X into the AM5 socket?

Builders frequently forget to lift the socket retention arm fully before placing the CPU, then lower the arm to lock it.

How often should the VRM and M.2 heatsink thermal pads on this board be inspected or replaced?

Check the thermal pads once a year; replace them only if they show cracking or have lost elasticity.

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