Asus PRIME B450M-A/CSM Motherboard
Best reliable foundation for budget conscious PC builders.
A no-frills Micro ATX board for AM4, this Asus PRIME offers essential features for budget builds. It packs in plenty of SATA ports and M.2 support, but you'll need to add your own Wi-Fi and Bluetooth if you need them.
$96.03
at
Newegg
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious builders seeking a dependable platform for AMD Ryzen CPUs.
- Users planning compact gaming or productivity systems with limited space.
- Builders needing speedy storage and ample USB connectivity.
Who should skip it
- Enthusiasts aiming for maximum performance or extreme CPU overclocking.
- Users requiring out-of-the-box wireless internet without additional hardware.
- Gamers and power users seeking the fastest PCIe 4.0 component speeds.
Performance breakdown
Memory Capacity
Four slots supporting 64GB provide plenty of headroom for multitasking.
Storage Expandability
Six SATA ports and dual M.2 slots offer impressive drive flexibility.
Connectivity Options
Lacks integrated wireless networking, requiring external adapters for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Build Versatility
Compact Micro ATX form factor fits easily into smaller, space-saving cases.
Networking Speed
Standard 1Gb/s Ethernet provides reliable, stable performance for most home networks.
System Stability
Proven B450 chipset architecture ensures a dependable foundation for AM4 processors.
Key Specs
Manufacturer
Asus
Part #
PRIME B450M-A/CSM
Socket / CPU
AM4
Form Factor
Micro ATX
Chipset
AMD B450
Memory Max
64 GB
Memory Type
DDR4
Memory Slots
4
Memory Speed
DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666, DDR4-2800, DDR4-3000, DDR4-3200
Color
Black / Silver
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