MSI B450M-A PRO MAX Motherboard
Best budget friendly foundation for new PC builders.
This is the ideal foundation for a compact, budget-conscious build that refuses to compromise on speed. While you sacrifice the expansive connectivity of larger boards, you gain a streamlined, high-performance platform that squeezes every bit of potential out of your memory and storage.
$159.99
at
Newegg
Who it's for
- Builders seeking an affordable entry into the AMD Ryzen ecosystem
- Users planning to use various generations of AMD Ryzen CPUs
- Individuals prioritizing compact PC cases and smaller footprints
Who should skip it
- Users needing extensive memory upgrades or high total capacity
- Enthusiasts planning to heavily overclock or use top-tier Ryzen CPUs
- Consumers expecting integrated wireless connectivity out of the box
Performance breakdown
Memory Overclocking Potential
Impressive headroom for DDR4 speeds up to 4133 MHz with A-XMP.
Storage Expandability
Single M.2 slot and four SATA ports cover basic build requirements.
Compact Build Suitability
Micro ATX form factor fits perfectly into space-conscious desktop chassis.
Power Delivery Stability
Core Boost technology ensures reliable voltage regulation for standard Ryzen workloads.
Connectivity Versatility
Essential I/O selection provides enough ports for most daily computing tasks.
Audio Fidelity
Standard Realtek codec delivers clear, functional sound for everyday media consumption.
Key Specs
Brand
MSI
Model
B450M-A PRO MAX
CPU Socket Type
AM4
Chipset
AMD B450
Memory Slots
2x288pin (DDR4)
Memory Standard
Support DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz(by JEDEC) For AMD Ryzen Gen3 (R5/R7/R9) - 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3733/ 3866/ 4000/ 4133 MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE) For AMD Other CPU - 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466 MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE)
Maximum Memory Supported
64GB
Channel Supported
Dual Channel
PCI Express 3.0 x16
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot Supports x16 speed - 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Supports x8 speed - Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics - 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics - A-series - Athlon X4 Supports x4 speed - AMD Athlon with Radeon Vega Graphics
PCI Express x1
PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
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