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ASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI vs GIGABYTE B650M AORUS ELITE AX
Product A: ASUS
63 of 78 known
ASRock B650M Pro RS WiFi
MSI MAG B850M MORTAR WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX B850-G GAMING WIFI
MSI PRO B850M-A WIFI
GIGABYTE B850M EAGLE WIFI6E
ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-E WIFI
GIGABYTE B850M GAMING X WIFI6E
GIGABYTE B850M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E ICE
MSI PRO A620AM-B EVO
ASRock B850M-X R2.0
GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX
MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
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ASRock B650M Pro RS WiFi
MSI MAG B850M MORTAR WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX B850-G GAMING WIFI
MSI PRO B850M-A WIFI
GIGABYTE B850M EAGLE WIFI6E
ASUS TUF GAMING B850M-E WIFI
GIGABYTE B850M GAMING X WIFI6E
GIGABYTE B850M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E ICE
MSI PRO A620AM-B EVO
ASRock B850M-X R2.0
GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX
MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFIProduct B: GIGABYTE
62 of 78 known
GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX
MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B650 EAGLE AX
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
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GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX
MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B650 EAGLE AX
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE32 of 70 fields differ
- 26 different values
- 6 known for one only
- 29 the same
- 9 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 2B: 1ASUS has 1 more.
- M.2 slotsA: 3B: 2ASUS has 1 more.
- Rear USB portsA: 9B: 12GIGABYTE has 3 more.
- Fan headersA: 7B: 6ASUS has 1 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 244 × 305 mm
- BGIGABYTE: 244 × 244 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI, 90MB1BP0-M0AAY0, 90MB1BP0-M0EAY01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026The ASUS spec page names only the model ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI. The ASUS Canada eShop lists part number 90MB1BP0-M0AAY0. Paradigit and a retailer datasheet list 90MB1BP0-M0EAY0.8Retailer pageeshop.asus.com/ca-en/90mb1bp0-m0aay0-rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi.htmlRead 15 October 2026ASUS Canada eShop part number 90MB1BP0-M0AAY0.9Retailer pageparadigit.ie/asus-rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi/21244530/productRead 15 October 2026Paradigit lists the manufacturer product number 90MB1BP0-M0EAY0 for the board.
GTIN / EAN
195553917766, 47110819177627Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BHMW8R6SRead 15 October 2026The Amazon US listing for ASIN B0BHMW8R6S gives UPC 195553917766 and GTIN 04711081917762. A third GTIN on it, 02220008371270, is not stored, since no other page ties it to this model.
4719331849399, 8895230337843Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BH6XND27Read 16 October 2026Amazon US item details list UPC 889523033784. The EAN 4719331849399 is from the manua.ls spec page and a shop URL.8Spec databasemanua.ls/gigabyte/b650m-aorus-elite-ax/manualRead 16 October 2026Spec page lists EAN 4719331849399 and 889523033784.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
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Segment
Board revision
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Platform
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CPU socket
Chipset
Supported processors
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026AM5 socket for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series. The page refers to the ASUS download center for the CPU support list, which was not read. Read on 2026-10-15.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series2Retailer pagelogg.com.ar/ProductDetail/B650M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev13Read 16 October 2026The shop copies the GIGABYTE specification of rev. 1.3 (factory BIOS F31): AMD Socket AM5 with Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series processors.3Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BH6XND27Read 16 October 2026Bullet: Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/Ryzen 8000/Ryzen 7000 Series processors.
CPU overclocking
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
Back-connect design
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
12+2+23Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BH6XND27Read 16 October 2026Title and bullet: Twin 12+2+2 Phases Digital VRM Solution. The launch store page and the HelloExpress review say 12+2+1.7Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-motherboard-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review of 2024-07-27: a 12+2+2 phase digital VRM design.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
Vcore power stage rating
VRM controller
Not available
Infineon XDPE192C3B5Reviewtheoverclockingpage.com/2023/03/02/review-gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-an-excellent-and-afordable-am5-motherboardRead 16 October 2026The review of a rev. 1.1 board with BIOS F3c names the Infineon XDPE192C3B PWM controller with onsemi NCP303160 power stages (60 A) and counts the Vcore as 6 phases with two stages each.6Reviewhelloexpress.net/gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-overviewRead 16 October 2026The PWM controller is an Infineon XDPE192C3B, stated for a 12+2+1 twin digital power stage design.
CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
ECC memory
CUDIMM support
Not available
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Expansion slots
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Expansion slots
AASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 4 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
| PCIe x1 | 1 | 4 | Chipset | 2 |
BGIGABYTE B650M AORUS ELITE AX
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 4 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
Full-length PCIe slots
2
2
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
4
4
Storage
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M.2 storage slots
AASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink | Shares lanes with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M.2_2 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M.2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 22110 | No | Yes | The chipset PCIe 4.0 x16 slot is disabled when M.2_3 runs in PCIe mode |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026Total 3 x M.2 slots (Key M). Ryzen 9000 and 7000: M.2_1 type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 and M.2_2 type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4. Ryzen 8000: M.2_1 runs PCIe 4.0 x4 and M.2_2 runs PCIe 4.0 x4 or x2. B650 chipset: M.2_3 type 2242/2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4, stored as 22110. No slot lists a SATA mode, so sata is false. The page says M.2_3 shares bandwidth with the chipset PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, which is disabled when M.2_3 runs in PCIe mode.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-modelRead 15 October 2026Overview: 3 x M.2 heatsinks and a note that heatsinks cover every slot. 1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4), 1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) and 1 x M.2 2242-22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4).
BGIGABYTE B650M AORUS ELITE AX
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2A_CPU | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2B_CPU | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
Source1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_b650m_aorus_elite_ax.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 2-2 and 2-7 item 12: M2A_CPU takes PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 and M2B_CPU takes PCIe 4.0 x4/x2, both from the CPU. The rev. 1.3 spec copy lists 25110/22110/2580/2280 for M2A_CPU and 22110/2280 for M2B_CPU, so m2_22110 is stored. The manual says the board supports M.2 PCIe SSDs only and its table marks M.2 SATA as not supported on both slots. The motherboard heatsink covers both slots (see the HelloExpress and CGMag reviews).6Reviewhelloexpress.net/gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-overviewRead 16 October 2026Both M.2 slots are cooled by the massive heatsink that spans nearly the entire width of the board. The CGMag review also describes heatsinks for the two M.2 slots.7Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-motherboard-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review of 2024-07-27: heatsinks for the two M.2 slots, one slot PCIe 5.0 x4 and the other PCIe 4.0 x4.
M.2 slots
3
2
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
1
1
SATA ports
Rear ports
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Rear ports
AASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 1 | 20 |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 3 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 5 | Not available |
BGIGABYTE B650M AORUS ELITE AX
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 5 | 5 |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available |
Source1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_b650m_aorus_elite_ax.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 2-2 back panel list: 1 USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red), 5 USB 3.2 Gen 1, 4 USB 2.0/1.1, 1 DisplayPort (1.4), 1 HDMI, 1 RJ-45 (2.5 GbE), 2 audio jacks and 1 optical S/PDIF out. USB 2.0 is stored as 0.48 Gbps. This manual prints HDMI 2.0 for rev. 1.0/1.1. The HDMI 2.1 value is from the rev. 1.3 spec copy at logg.com.ar. The Q-Flash Plus button and the two SMA antenna connectors are not ports.2Retailer pagelogg.com.ar/ProductDetail/B650M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev13Read 16 October 2026Same copy: Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3 on the 1 x HDMI port. The rest of the back panel list matches the manual.
Rear USB ports
9
12
Rear USB-C ports
2
1
Fastest rear USB port
20Gbps
10Gbps
Thunderbolt
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Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
BGIGABYTE B650M AORUS ELITE AX
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
Front USB-C header speed
10Gbps
20Gbps
Fan headers
ARGB headers
RGB headers
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Ethernet ports
1
1
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
2.5Gbps
Wi-Fi included
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026The spec table says it supports the 2.4/5GHz frequency band and notes that the Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz band depends on country rules. The overview page says the 6 GHz band is supported and the antenna covers 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-modelRead 15 October 2026The antenna supports the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands.
Max Wi-Fi channel width
Wi-Fi module
Not available
Audio
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Audio codec
Realtek ALC8975Reviewtheoverclockingpage.com/2023/03/02/review-gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-an-excellent-and-afordable-am5-motherboardRead 16 October 2026The review names the Realtek ALC897. GIGABYTE's spec lists only Realtek Audio CODEC. The codec of rev. 1.3 and 1.4 is not checked against a document.6Reviewhelloexpress.net/gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-overviewRead 16 October 2026The overview states the Realtek ALC897.7Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/gigabyte-b650m-aorus-elite-ax-motherboard-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review of 2024-07-27: the audio solution uses the Realtek ALC897 codec. The board revision is not stated.8Spec databasemanua.ls/gigabyte/b650m-aorus-elite-ax/manualRead 16 October 2026Spec page lists the audio chip as Realtek ALC897.
DAC chip
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Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026The back panel list has only the BIOS FlashBack button. Clear CMOS is a header on the board.6Reviewchip.pl/2022/12/asus-rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-test-recenzja-opiniaRead 15 October 2026The reviewer notes the rear panel has a BIOS flash button and misses a Clear CMOS button.
POST code display
Power button on the board
Dual BIOS
Pre-installed I/O shield
Measured
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Power draw idle
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Power draw CPU stress
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In the box
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In the box
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables, 1 x Thermal pad for M.2, 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas, 1 x Cable ties pack, 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package, 1 x ROG key chain, 1 x ROG Strix stickers, 1 x ROG Strix thank you card, 2 x M.2 Rubber Packages, 1 x User guide1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026Accessories list on the specification page.
User's Manual, 1 x antenna, 2 x SATA cables, 1 x M.2 screw1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_b650m_aorus_elite_ax.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 1-3: motherboard, User's Manual, antenna (AX model only), two SATA cables and an M.2 screw. The manual says the actual items depend on the package.
Links
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Product page
rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-modelRead 15 October 2026
www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B650M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-1411Maker product pagegigabyte.com/Motherboard/B650M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-14Read 16 October 2026The page title appeared in web search results and in the job. gigabyte.com blocks agents, so the page was not read and its content is not used for any value.
Spec sheet
Manual
Not available
www.trovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_b650m_aorus_elite_ax.pdf1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_b650m_aorus_elite_ax.pdfRead 16 October 2026GIGABYTE User's Manual Rev. 1101 for B650M AORUS PRO AX, PRO, ELITE AX and ELITE, hosted by trovaprezzi.it. It is the launch manual for board rev. 1.0 and 1.1 and lists only Ryzen 7000. The newer manual Rev. 1401 is on download.gigabyte.com, which blocks agents.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BHMW8R6SRead 15 October 2026Warranty Description: 3 years (US listing). The ASUS Canada eShop also says 3 year manufacturer warranty.8Retailer pageeshop.asus.com/ca-en/90mb1bp0-m0aay0-rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi.htmlRead 15 October 20263 year manufacturer warranty.
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