MSI B650M PROJECT ZERO MotherBoard

The MSI B650M PROJECT ZERO motherboard redefines modern PC building with a unique combination of form, function, and cutting-edge technology. Tailored for gamers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts, this micro-ATX motherboard supports AMD Ryzen™ 7000 series processors, providing an efficient and high-performance platform for your next-generation build. The standout feature of the MSI B650M PROJECT ZERO is the 'Back Connect Design,' which relocates essential connectors and headers to the motherboard's rear, improving airflow and ensuring a clean and efficient front-facing build.

Built with robust thermal management in mind, it features an extended heatsink for better heat dissipation, while the M.2 Shield Frozr helps prevent SSD thermal throttling. Whether you're into competitive gaming or resource-intensive tasks, this motherboard supports high-speed networking via Wi-Fi 6E and a 2.5Gbps LAN port, ensuring uninterrupted online experiences. Additionally, the motherboard offers a vast array of USB ports, including high-speed USB 3.2 and Type-C, perfect for transferring large files swiftly.

The MSI B650M PROJECT ZERO's design not only prioritizes performance but also supports future-proofing with its DDR5 memory overclocking capabilities, empowering your system to handle the latest software and demanding workloads. This motherboard is engineered for those who demand the best in both aesthetics and performance, with every feature meticulously crafted to maximize your computing experience.

For a compatible and stylish chassis to house your components, consider pairing the MSI B650M PROJECT ZERO with the MSI MAG PANO M100R PZ Gaming Chassis (Black/White), designed to enhance both the look and functionality of your build.

FEATURES:

• Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Desktop Processors


• Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 7600+(OC) MHz


• Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop work


• 2.5G LAN and AMD Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection


• Lightning M.2: Running at PCIe Gen 4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs


• Lightning USB 20G: Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, offers 20Gbps transmission speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1


• Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio-grade sound

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Chipset: AMD B650


• CPU: Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000/ 8000/ 7000 Series Desktop Processors (Socket AM5)


• Memory: 4x DDR5
  
  
  
  • Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
  
  
  • Memory Support DDR5 7600+(OC)/ 7400(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/ 5200(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz
  
  
  • Maximum overclocking frequency:
    
    
    
    • 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7600+ MHz
    
    
    • 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
    
    
    • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
    
    
    • 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ MHz
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Onboard Graphics:
  
  
  
  • 1x HDMI™
  
  
  • Support HDMITM 2.1 with HDR, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*
  
  
  • 1x DisplayPort
  
  
  • Support DP 1.4, maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*
    
    *Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
  
  
  
  


• Slot:
  
  
  
  • 1x PCI-E x16 slot
    
    
    
    • Supports x16 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors)
    
    
    • Supports x8 (For Ryzen™ 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors)
    
    
    • Supports x4 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processors)
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • 1x PCI-E x1 slot
  
  
  • PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
  
  
  • PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 3.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset)
  
  
  
  


• Audio: Realtek® ALC897 Codec
  
  
  
  • 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
  
  
  • Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on the front panel
  
  
  
  


• Storage:
  
  
  
  • 2x M.2
    
    
    
    • M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices
    
    
    • M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4, supports 2280/2260 devices
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • 4x SATA 6G
    
    
    
    • The M2_2 slot will be unavailable when using Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processor
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• RAID:
  
  
  
  • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices*
  
  
  • Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
    
    * SATA_A1_A2 do not support RAID function.
  
  
  
  


• USB:
  
  
  
  • 2x USB 2.0 (Rear)
  
  
  • 4x USB 2.0 (Front)
  
  
  • 2x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear)
  
  
  • 2x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front)
  
  
  • 3x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear)
  
  
  • 1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear)
  
  
  • 1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Front)
  
  
  • 1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Rear)
  
  
  
  


• LAN: Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5Gbps LAN


• Wireless LAN & Bluetooth:
  
  
  
  • AMD Wi-Fi 6E (The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot)
  
  
  • Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX
  
  
  • Supports 20MHz, 40MHz, 80MHz bandwidth in 2.4GHz/ 5GHz or 6GHz* bands
  
  
  • Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
  
  
  • Supports Bluetooth® 5.3**
    
    * Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in Windows 11.
    
    ** Bluetooth 5.3 will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.
  
  
  
  


• Internal IO:
  
  
  
  • 1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
  
  
  • 2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
  
  
  • 1x CPU Fan
  
  
  • 1x Pump Fan
  
  
  • 3x System Fan
  
  
  • 2x Front Panel (JFP)
  
  
  • 1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
  
  
  • 1x Front Audio (JAUD)
  
  
  • 3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
  
  
  • 1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
  
  
  • 4x USB 2.0 ports
  
  
  • 2x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
  
  
  • 1x USB 10Gbps Type C port
  
  
  
  


• LED Feature: 4x EZ Debug LED


• Back Panel Ports:
  
  
  
  • Display Port
  
  
  • 2.5G LAN
  
  
  • USB 2.0
  
  
  • USB 5Gbps (Type-A)
  
  
  • Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
  
  
  • Audio connectors
  
  
  • Flash BIOS Button
  
  
  • Clear CMOS Button
  
  
  • HDMI™
  
  
  • USB 10Gbps (Type-A)
  
  
  • USB 10Gbps (Type-C)
  
  
  • USB 20Gbps (Type-C)
  
  
  
  


• Operating System: Support for Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit


• PCB Info: maTX (243.84 mm x 243.84 mm)

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

• MSI B650M PROJECT ZERO Motherboard x1


• Quick Installation Guide x1


• European Union Regulatory Notice x1


• SATA Cable(s) x2


• Wifi Antenna x1


• Cable Stickers

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