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Model - MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAXGeneral
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Memory Support
Graphics
Storage
Network & Connectivity
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Additional Info
Built on the AMD B450 chipset, the B450 TOMAHAWK MAX AM4 ATX Motherboard supports 3rd generation AMD Ryzen processors with the AM4 socket. Its four memory slots support a max of 64GB of DDR4 RAM that can be overclocked up to 4133 MHz. For storage, there are six SATA III ports as well as a Turbo M.2 slot utilizing the PCIe 3.0 x4 interface. While the motherboard is equipped with DVI-D and HDMI outputs for integrated graphics, it also has a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for a dedicated graphics card. Other notable integrated features include Realtek ALC892 7.1-Channel HD Audio and Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN. This motherboard features an extended PWM heatsink and an enhanced circuit design. Equipped with DDR4 Boost, Audio Boost, Core Boost, and EZ Debug LED, the B450 TOMAHAWK MAX provides the performance you need to build your own gaming rig. The right side of the motherboard also supports MSI Mystic Light RGB lighting.
Please note that this motherboard does not currently support the AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors at this time. Support will be added through a BIOS update later in January, 2021.
The AMD B450 chipset delivers high performance and flexibility with the AMD AM4-socket Ryzen processors. It offers AMD StoreMI storage acceleration technology.
The right side of this motherboard features built-in LED lighting. Choose from over a million colors and a variety of lighting effects to fit your style. You can also sync it with other MSI Mystic Light-compatible hardware and peripherals to complete your build.
Model - MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX, CPU Sockets - AM4, Chipset - AMD B450 Chipset, Supported CPU - AMD Ryzen 1st/2nd/3rd Generation / Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors & Athlon with Radeon Vega Graphics, Memory Type - DDR4, Memory MHz - 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 4000/ 4133MHz, Memory Channel - Dual Channel, Memory Slot - 4, Memory Max. - 64GB, Optane Memory Support - No, Graphic - Onboard Graphics, Multi-GPU Support - 2-Way AMD CrossFire, PCI Express Slot - 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1), 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E4, supports x4 mode), 3 x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots, Storage Interface - 6Gb/s, M.2 Slot - 1 x M.2 slot (PCIe 3.0 x4 or PCIe 3.0 x2 and Supports SATA 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices), LAN Chipset - Realtek 8111H, LAN Speed (Mbps) - 10/100/1000Mbps, Audio Chipset - Realtek ALC892, Audio Channel - 7.1-Channel, WiFi - No, Bluetooth - No, USB Port - 1 x USB3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x USB3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 4 x USB3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 6 x USB2.0, VGA Port - No, DVI Port - 1, HDMI Port - 1, DisplayPort (DP) - No, IDE Port - No, SATA Port - 2 x SATA, 4 x SATA, DirectX Support - 12, FireWire - No, CrossFire Support - Yes, RaidSupport - 0,1,10, Thunderbolt - No, TPM Port - Yes, COM Port - No, Form Factor - ATX, Supported Operating System - Windows 7 / 10, Special Features - Military style with extended heatsink design for better thermal solution, plus DDR4 Boost, Core Boost, Turbo M.2 and USB 3.2 Gen2 connector, Extended Heatsink Design, Lightning Fast Game experience, MULTI-GPU With STEEL ARMOR PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfire, Flash BIOS Button, Heavy Plated Gaming Heatsinks, Military Style designed for maximum cooling, PCI-E Steel Armor, Arsenal Sticker Area, Free for customization with personal style, Others - 1 x M.2 slot, 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector, 1 x 4-pin water-pump-fan connector, 1 x TPM module connector, 1 x Front panel audio connector, 1 x Serial Port connector, 1 x Clear CMOS jumper, 9 mounting holes, Warranty - 3 Year
Whether you build a new PC or upgrade the existing one, the motherboard is the most vital component to choose when you have already picked the processor of your choice.
It is important to keep a few things in mind while purchasing the mainboard:
Pick up the Right Socket: You can single out a great CPU from either Intel or AMD, but whatever CPU you choose, make sure your mainboard has the right socket for the selected CPU. The latest mainstream AMD chips use AM4 sockets while current Intel 9th Gen Core CPUs require LGA 1151v2 sockets.
Motherboard Sizes: Motherboards typically come in three sizes from largest to smallest: ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ATX motherboards. ATX motherboards offer the highest number of RAM and expansion slots. If you are looking for a budget build, you can use a smaller chassis with the micro or mini boards, but you'll have to settle for fewer PCIe slots, RAM banks, and other connectors.
Number of RAM Slots: Most mainstream boards these days have four RAM slots, although Mini-ITX models often have just two, and high-end boards frequently offer eight. The amount of slots, of course, limits the amount of RAM you can install.
Motherboard ports: It’s essential to check the I/O area on a motherboard to make sure it has the external connection options you need. You may need more USB 3 ports while others may want more audio ports. Among the most common ports, there are USB 3, USB 2, audio, USB type C, USB 3.1 Gen1 and Gen2, HDMI, Display port, PS/2 and Thunderbolt 3 ports. Ports one probably want the most are USB 2 and USB 3 Gen1 ports, as the first one is perfect for keyboard, mouse, and many other devices and the later one work with most peripherals. USB 3.1 Gen2 and USB Type-C ports will come handy in the near future, although most peripherals do not support this standard yet.
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