Description

The GIGABYTE B650M AORUS ELITE AX serves as an excellent entry into AM5 gaming builds with a compact form factor. Designed for Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 series processors, it utilizes a durable 6-layer PCB with twin 12+2+2 digital VRM phases, ensuring stable performance during high-load tasks. Users can install up to 128 GB DDR5 RAM, with speeds up to 6666 MT/s using EXPO or XMP profiles. The board includes a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and a PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot—both with thermal guards—to boost SSD performance. Networking includes tri‑band Wi‑Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE LAN powered by Intel, while multiple USB-C (front & rear) and RGB Fusion headers offer connectivity and customization. EZ‑Latch on PCIe/M.2 slots and Q‑Flash Plus simplify installation and BIOS updating. Reviewers note its reliable performance and feature-rich nature for a micro‑ATX form factor.

Key Features

• AM5 Socket – Supports Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 series

• 12+2+2 Phase Digital VRM on 6-layer, 2x copper PCB

• DDR5 Memory – Four slots supporting up to 6666 MT/s (OC) with EXPO/XMP

• Dual M.2 Slots – One PCIe 5.0 and one PCIe 4.0 x4 with thermal guards

• PCIe Expansion – Full‑length PCIe 4.0 x16 with EZ‑Latch installation

• High-Speed Networking – Wi‑Fi 6E and Intel 2.5 GbE LAN

• Advanced Thermal Design – Heatsinks for VRM and M.2 slots

• User-Friendly Design – EZ‑Latch, Q‑Flash Plus, and multiple RGB headers

• Rear USB-C – Compatible with front and rear high-speed USB‑C

Key Specifications

• Form Factor: Micro‑ATX (244×244 mm)

• Memory Support: 4× DDR5 slots, up to 128 GB, OC to 6666 MT/s

• M.2 Slots: 1× PCIe 5.0 x4, 1× PCIe 4.0 x4; both with thermal guards

• PCIe Slots: 1× PCIe 4.0 x16, 1× PCIe 4.0 x4 (open ended)

• SATA: 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s

• LAN: Intel 2.5 GbE

• Wi-Fi/Bluetooth: Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2

• Rear I/O Ports: USB‑C Gen2x2, multiple USB 3.2 Gen2/Gen1 ports, HDMI, DisplayPort, RGB headers, antenna jacks