ASUS ProArt B650-Creator AMD AM5 ATX Motherboard

<p>Power Your Vision with the ASUS ProArt B650-Creator Motherboard for Content Creation. Unleash the full potential of your creative workflow with the ASUS ProArt B650-Creator motherboard for content creation, a high-performance platform built for professionals in 3D animation, film post-production, and complex media rendering. Engineered for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series CPUs, this AM5-socket board delivers workstation-class stability, thermal control, and connectivity that empower content creators to move faster, think bigger, and produce more.</p>
<p>Harness the speed of DDR5 memory up to 7600+ MHz (OC) and AMD EXPO™ profiles for real-time multitasking, seamless timeline scrubbing, and accelerated rendering. With a dual-channel architecture and support for up to 192GB of RAM, the board ensures your system remains future-proofed for evolving creative demands.</p>
<p>The ASUS ProArt B650-Creator motherboard is designed with intensive content creation in mind. Featuring three ultra-fast M.2 slots, including one PCIe 5.0 x4 slot, for rapid file transfers and high-capacity NVMe storage, reducing load times on RAW 4K/8K files and complex project assets. Four additional SATA 6Gb/s ports allow for expanded archival storage, while USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connectivity offers 20Gbps data throughput and Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W—perfect for high-speed file syncing and device charging between shoots.</p>
<p>Creators working in high-res workflows will appreciate DisplayPort Alt Mode support on Type-C, enabling up to 8K@60Hz output, alongside native HDMI 2.1 support. Dual LAN (2.5GbE + 1GbE) with ASUS LANGuard ensures low-latency transfers to NAS systems and remote collaboration environments.</p>
<p>Built on ASUS's ProArt design philosophy, this board features Creator Hub software for real-time monitoring and fine-tuning, Q-Latch for tool-free M.2 installation, and robust thermal design with oversized VRM heatsinks. Audio quality is equally professional, with 7.1-channel HD audio, premium capacitors, and optical S/PDIF out for precise sound editing.</p>
<p>Whether you’re colour grading, rendering effects, or streaming your workflow, the ASUS ProArt B650-Creator motherboard for content creation is your creative powerhouse—intelligently engineered for stability, performance, and artistic ambition.</p>
<h3>FEATURES:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Optimised for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, &amp; 7000 Series CPUs with AM5 socket</li>
<li>Supports up to 192GB DDR5 RAM at speeds up to 7600MHz (OC) for seamless multitasking</li>
<li>PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 slots for lightning-fast storage and GPU performance</li>
<li>Dual M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 x4 and PCIe 4.0 x4 for high-speed data transfer</li>
<li>USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front panel with Quick Charge 4+ support for up to 60W power delivery</li>
<li>Dual 2.5Gb Ethernet and 1Gb Ethernet ports with ASUS LANGuard for enhanced network reliability</li>
<li>DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 ports for 8K/4K visual output and smooth multi-display setups</li>
<li>Thermal management with oversized VRM heatsinks and M.2 heatsinks for improved cooling</li>
<li>ProArt Creator Hub software for real-time monitoring, system tuning, and custom profiles</li>
<li>ASUS 5X Protection III, including enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and ESD guards</li>
<li>Q-DIMM and Q-Latch for tool-free, hassle-free component installation</li>
<li>Aura Sync RGB support for customisable lighting that matches your creative space</li>
</ul>
<h3>SPECIFICATIONS:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>CPU</strong>
<ul>
<li>Socket: AMD Socket AM5</li>
<li>Supported CPUs: AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 &amp; 7000 Series Desktop Processors*</li>
<li>*Refer to www.asus.com for the full CPU support list.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Chipset</strong>
<ul>
<li>Chipset: AMD B650</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Memory</strong>
<ul>
<li>DIMM Slots: 4 x DIMM</li>
<li>Max Memory Capacity: 128GB (DDR5) or 192GB (DDR5), depending on CPU</li>
<li>Memory Speed (OC): 7600+(OC)/7200(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600(OC)/5400(OC)/5200/5000/4800</li>
<li>Memory Types: ECC &amp; Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*</li>
<li>Dual Channel Architecture</li>
<li>AMD EXPO™ Support for Overclocking</li>
<li>OptiMem II Support</li>
<li>*Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 supports On-Die ECC function</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Graphics</strong>
<ul>
<li>1 x HDMI® port (supports 4K@60Hz, HDMI 2.1)</li>
<li>1 x USB Type-C® port (supports DisplayPort 1.4, 8K@60Hz)</li>
<li>Graphics specifications vary by CPU type</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Expansion Slots</strong>
<ul>
<li>2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (support x16 or x8/x8 modes)</li>
<li>1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)*</li>
<li>1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot</li>
<li>*PCIEX16_3 shares bandwidth with M.2_3 slot</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Storage</strong>
<ul>
<li>M.2 Slots: 3 x M.2 slots (Key M)</li>
<li>M.2_1: PCIe 5.0 x4 mode</li>
<li>M.2_2: PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode (depending on CPU)</li>
<li>M.2_3: PCIe 4.0 x4 mode (shares bandwidth with PCIEX16_3)</li>
<li>SATA Ports: 4 x SATA 6Gb/s</li>
<li>RAID Support: AMD RAIDXpert2 for NVMe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/10</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Ethernet</strong>
<ul>
<li>1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet</li>
<li>1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet</li>
<li>ASUS LANGuard for enhanced network protection</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Wireless &amp; Bluetooth</strong>
<ul>
<li>M.2 Slot for Wi-Fi Module (sold separately)</li>
<li>PCIe Key E for Wi-Fi module support</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>USB Ports:</strong></li>
<li>Rear USB Ports (Total 7):
<ul>
<li>o 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (shared with DisplayPort graphic output)</li>
<li>o 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A</li>
<li>o 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Front USB Ports (Total 7):
<ul>
<li>o 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (supports USB Type-C® with up to 60W PD/QC4+)</li>
<li>o 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports)</li>
<li>o 2 x USB 2.0 headers (supports 4 additional USB 2.0 ports)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Audio</strong>
<ul>
<li>Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC</li>
<li>Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking</li>
<li>Up to 24-bit/192 kHz playback</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Audio Features:
<ul>
<li>Power pre-regulator reduces input noise for consistent performance</li>
<li>Rear optical S/PDIF out port</li>
<li>Premium audio capacitors and dedicated PCB layers</li>
<li>Audio cover and unique de-pop circuit</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Back Panel I/O Ports</strong>
<ul>
<li>1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (shared with DisplayPort graphic output)</li>
<li>4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A</li>
<li>2 x USB 2.0 Type-A</li>
<li>1 x DisplayPort (Input only)</li>
<li>1 x HDMI® port</li>
<li>1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet</li>
<li>1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet</li>
<li>5 x Audio jacks</li>
<li>1 x Optical S/PDIF out port</li>
<li>1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Internal I/O Connectors</strong></li>
<li>Fan and Cooling:
<ul>
<li>1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header</li>
<li>1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header</li>
<li>1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header</li>
<li>4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Power:
<ul>
<li>1 x 24-pin Main Power connector</li>
<li>1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector</li>
<li>1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector</li>
<li>1 x 6-pin PCIe Power connector</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Storage:
<ul>
<li>3 x M.2 slots (Key M)</li>
<li>4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>USB:
<ul>
<li>1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector</li>
<li>1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports)</li>
<li>2 x USB 2.0 headers (supports 4 USB 2.0 ports)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Miscellaneous:
<ul>
<li>3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers</li>
<li>1 x Aura RGB header</li>
<li>1 x Clear CMOS header</li>
<li>1 x COM Port header</li>
<li>1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)</li>
<li>1 x M.2 slot (Key E)</li>
<li>1 x 20-5 pin System Panel header</li>
<li>1 x Thermal Sensor header</li>
<li>1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Special Features</strong></li>
<li>ASUS 5X PROTECTION III:
<ul>
<li>DIGI+ VRM (Digital Power Design with DrMOS)</li>
<li>Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection</li>
<li>ESD Guards</li>
<li>LANGuard</li>
<li>Overvoltage Protection</li>
<li>Safeslot</li>
<li>Stainless-Steel Back I/O</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>ASUS Q-Design:
<ul>
<li>M.2 Q-Latch</li>
<li>Q-Connector</li>
<li>Q-DIMM</li>
<li>Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device indicators)</li>
<li>Q-Slot</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>ASUS Thermal Solution:
<ul>
<li>M.2 heatsinks</li>
<li>VRM heatsink design</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>ASUS EZ DIY:
<ul>
<li>BIOS FlashBack™ button and LED</li>
<li>ProCool, Pre-mounted I/O shield</li>
<li>SafeSlot and SafeDIMM</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>AURA Sync:
<ul>
<li>Aura RGB header and Addressable Gen 2 headers</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Bespoke Motherboard Design &amp; Business-Focused Features:</li>
<li>24/7 Reliability</li>
<li>Overcurrent Protection</li>
<li>Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 with Quick Charge 4+ Support:
<ul>
<li>Charging Support: up to 60W</li>
<li>Output: 5/9/15/20V max. 3A</li>
<li>Compatible with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0, and PPS</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Software Features</strong></li>
<li>ASUS Exclusive Software:
<ul>
<li>Armoury Crate, Aura Creator, Fan Xpert 4</li>
<li>AI Suite 3, TurboV EVO, DIGI+ VRM, PC Cleaner</li>
<li>ASUS CPU-Z, IT Management (ACCE), CreationFirst</li>
<li>Norton Anti-Virus software (Free Trial)</li>
<li>ProArt Creator Hub, WinRAR</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>UEFI BIOS:
<ul>
<li>ASUS EZ DIY features (CrashFree BIOS 3, EZ Flash 3, UEFI EZ Mode)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Manageability</strong>
<ul>
<li>WOL by PME, PXE</li>
<li>Supported OS: Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Form Factor</strong>
<ul>
<li>ATX Form Factor</li>
<li>Dimensions: 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHAT'S IN THE BOX:</h3>
<ul>
<li>ASUS ProArt B650-Creator AMD AM5 ATX Motherboard x1</li>
<li>DisplayPort cable x1</li>
<li>SATA 6Gb/s cables x2</li>
<li>Q-connector x1</li>
<li>Rubber Packages for M.2 x1</li>
<li>Screw packages for M.2 SSD x1</li>
<li>Screw package for M.2 Key E x1</li>
<li>ProArt ruler x1</li>
<li>ACC Express Activation Key Card x1</li>
<li>User guide x1</li>
</ul>
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