The MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk motherboard is designed to offer robust performance and versatility for gaming and high-performance computing. Featuring the AMD B550 chipset and AM4 socket, it supports a wide range of AMD Ryzen processors, making it an excellent choice for both gamers and PC enthusiasts.
With four DIMM slots supporting up to 128 GB of DDR4 memory, the B550 Tomahawk provides ample capacity and speed for demanding applications. It features dual PCIe x16 slots and two PCIe x1 slots, allowing for extensive expansion with graphics cards, storage devices, and other peripherals. The motherboard includes two M.2 slots and six SATAIII ports, offering flexible and fast storage options.
Connectivity is enhanced with a variety of USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Type-A, as well as USB 2.0 ports. The board also features Realtek® ALC1200 / ALC1220P Codec for high-quality audio and supports AMD Crossfire for multi-GPU configurations.
Key Features:
- Socket & Chipset: AM4 socket with AMD B550 chipset, compatible with AMD Ryzen processors.
- Memory: 4x DIMM slots, maximum 128 GB DDR4, dual-channel support.
- Expansion Slots: 2x PCIe x16, 2x PCIe x1 for versatile add-on options.
- Storage: 2x M.2 slots, 6x SATAIII ports for extensive storage configurations.
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10.
- USB Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (rear), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (rear), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (rear), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (front), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (front), 4x USB 2.0 (front), 2x USB 2.0 (rear).
- Audio: Realtek® ALC1200 / ALC1220P Codec, 5+ Optical S/PDIF for high-definition audio.
- Video Outputs: 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI.
- DirectX Support: DirectX 12.
- Crossfire Support: Yes, supports AMD Crossfire for multi-GPU setups.
- Operating System: Support for Windows® 10 64-bit.
- Form Factor: ATX for standard build compatibility.
Specifications:
- Chipset: AMD B550
- CPU: Supports AMD Ryzen processors (AM4 socket)
- Memory: 4x DIMM slots, maximum 128 GB, DDR4, dual-channel
- Onboard Graphics: 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort
- Expansion Slots: 2x PCIe x16, 2x PCIe x1
- Storage: 2x M.2 slots, 6x SATAIII
- RAID: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
- USB Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (rear), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (rear), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (rear), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (front), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (front), 4x USB 2.0 (front), 2x USB 2.0 (rear)
- Audio: Realtek® ALC1200 / ALC1220P Codec, 5+ Optical S/PDIF
- Video Outputs: 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI
- DirectX: DirectX 12
- Crossfire: Yes
- Operating System: Windows® 10 64-bit
- Form Factor: ATX
Conclusion:
The MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk motherboard is engineered to provide exceptional performance and flexibility for gaming and high-demand computing tasks. With its comprehensive range of features, including support for high-speed memory, multiple expansion slots, and advanced connectivity options, it ensures a powerful and reliable foundation for any high-performance PC build. Whether you’re a gamer, content creator, or power user, this motherboard delivers the performance and capabilities needed for a top-tier computing experience.
