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ASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI vs MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
Product A: ASUS
63 of 78 known
GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX
GIGABYTE B650 EAGLE AX
MSI MPG X870E CARBON MAX WIFI
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ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero
ASRock X870 Taichi Creator
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
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62 of 78 known
GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
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ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
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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
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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
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE26 of 70 fields differ
- 21 different values
- 5 known for one only
- 35 the same
- 9 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- PCIe 5.0 M.2 slotsA: 1B: 0ASUS has 1 more.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 2B: 1ASUS has 1 more.
- Vcore stagesA: 12B: 14MSI has 2 more.
- Fan headersA: 7B: 8MSI has 1 more.
- Rear USB portsA: 9B: 10MSI has 1 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 244 × 305 mm
- BMSI: 244 × 305 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.
MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI, 911-7D75-001, 7D75-001R3Retailer pagemedia.jacob.de/media/09/11/fa/1741125851/KJvu00QJysWEO84jh-4QALg5M6HTP2R3hoPo-tCH9-7S6QFmBJ1X4enr1g6nayNamKWRIE0yVPQlC6JCo94RhEysFp4G5BB-pHMRZdELYWbZhYj-9Ss3OdQ-C59uAdhFJkesGbLn-lg2NJyCOtQGXSIPDWb-RaYyIZnjZmyUqQ5gz8EazqkXz7xQm715wnQ4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manufacturer article number 7D75-001R.4Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/e2ypscb7u/MSI-MAG-B650-TOMAHAWK-WIFI-AM5-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Part numbers: MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI, 7D75-001R, B650TOMAHAWKWIFI, 911-7D75-001 and MS-B650TOMAHAWKWIFI.
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.
4711377010153, 8241423010363Retailer pagemedia.jacob.de/media/09/11/fa/1741125851/KJvu00QJysWEO84jh-4QALg5M6HTP2R3hoPo-tCH9-7S6QFmBJ1X4enr1g6nayNamKWRIE0yVPQlC6JCo94RhEysFp4G5BB-pHMRZdELYWbZhYj-9Ss3OdQ-C59uAdhFJkesGbLn-lg2NJyCOtQGXSIPDWb-RaYyIZnjZmyUqQ5gz8EazqkXz7xQm715wnQ4.pdfRead 15 October 2026EAN/UPC 4711377010153.4Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/e2ypscb7u/MSI-MAG-B650-TOMAHAWK-WIFI-AM5-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026UPC 824142301036. EAN 0824142301036 and 4711377010153.
Announced
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Status
Available2Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-am5-atx-motherboard-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifiRead 15 October 2026Listed for sale at AUD 309 on 2026-10-15.10Spec databaseflashmyboard.com/mb/MSI_MAG_B650_TOMAHAWK_WIFIRead 15 October 2026BIOS 7D75v1R3 dated 2026-09-09 is listed as the latest, so the board is still supported.
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 pagejbhifi.com.au/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-am5-atx-motherboard-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifiRead 15 October 2026Copy of MSI's current specification: Supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors. The 2022 manual says Ryzen 7000 only. Support for the Ryzen 9000 series came with later BIOS updates, such as the 9950X3D and 9900X3D in BIOS 7D75v1M1 of February 2025. Some APUs change the PCIe lane setup.
CPU overclocking
Yes6Reviewhwcooling.net/en/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-the-cheapest-of-the-decent-ones-reviewRead 15 October 2026The introduction says the Intel B660 platform, unlike the B650, does not allow a manual change of the CPU multiplier.7Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The platform list says CPU overclocking is supported.
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
Width244Height305mm(9.6 × 12 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 202612 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm).
Width244Height305mm(9.6 × 12 in)1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_b650_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (304 mm x 243 mm). The manual's millimetre figures are cut short. The exact conversion is 304.8 mm x 243.84 mm, which matches the PCB figure on the JB Hi-Fi page and rounds to the stored 244 mm x 305 mm.2Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-am5-atx-motherboard-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifiRead 15 October 2026Form factor ATX, PCB 243.84mm x 304.8mm.
PCB layers
67Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The page lists a 6-layer PCB.8Retailer pagecomputerorbit.com/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-atx-am5-motherboardRead 15 October 2026Copy of MSI's feature text: a 6-layer board with 2 oz thickened copper.
Back-connect design
RGB lighting on the board
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
14+2+16Reviewhwcooling.net/en/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-the-cheapest-of-the-decent-ones-reviewRead 15 October 2026Page 1: the CPU power delivery is 17-phase (14+2+1) in three branches (Vcore, SOC, MISC).7Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The page calls the power design a 14+2+1 Duet Rail Power System.8Retailer pagecomputerorbit.com/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-atx-am5-motherboardRead 15 October 202614+2 phase design with 80A smart power stages. 14 phases for CPU power (duet rail), 2 for SoC and 1 for miscellaneous power.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
146Reviewhwcooling.net/en/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-the-cheapest-of-the-decent-ones-reviewRead 15 October 2026Page 1: 17-phase (14+2+1). The 14 stages of the Vcore branch sit under the larger heatsinks.8Retailer pagecomputerorbit.com/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-atx-am5-motherboardRead 15 October 202614 phases for CPU power (80A, duet-rail) in the copy of MSI's text.
Vcore power stage rating
80A6Reviewhwcooling.net/en/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-the-cheapest-of-the-decent-ones-reviewRead 15 October 2026Page 1: the Vcore regulators are designed for current capacity of up to 80 A, 1280 A in total in theory.8Retailer pagecomputerorbit.com/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-atx-am5-motherboardRead 15 October 202680A smart power stages.
VRM controller
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CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
7,600MT/s2Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-am5-atx-motherboard-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifiRead 15 October 2026Copy of MSI's memory table: 4800 MHz (JEDEC) up to 7600+ MHz (OC). 1DPC 1R up to 7600+, 1DPC 2R and 2DPC 1R up to 6400+, 2DPC 2R up to 5400+. MSI writes the speeds in MHz. The table names no CPU family. The 2022 manual lists DDR5-6400+ only. The 7600 figure is for one single-rank module per channel.5Spec databasegeizhals.de/2824300Read 15 October 2026Max DDR5-7600 OC. DDR5-5200 for Ryzen 7000 and 8000G and DDR5-5600 for Ryzen 9000 are the processor defaults.
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 |
BMSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 4 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 2 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
| PCIe x1 | 1 | 3 | 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).
BMSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink | Shares lanes with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M2_2 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | No | Not available |
| M2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | PCI_E2 slot. Both run at x2 when both slots hold a device |
M.2 slots
3
3
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
1
0
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 |
BMSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 1 | 20 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 3 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 4 | 5 |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 2 | 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 |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available |
Rear USB ports
9
10
Rear USB-C ports
2
1
Fastest rear USB port
20Gbps
20Gbps
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 |
BMSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK 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 |
Front USB-C header speed
10Gbps
10Gbps
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
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Bluetooth
Audio
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Audio codec
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
No1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_b650_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 15 October 2026LED Features: 4x EZ Debug LED, which are single status LEDs. The manual lists no two-digit code display. hwcooling.net also says no POST display.6Reviewhwcooling.net/en/msi-mag-b650-tomahawk-wifi-the-cheapest-of-the-decent-ones-reviewRead 15 October 2026Parameters table: POST display no (but has debug LED).
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.
Quick installation guide, European Union regulatory notice, 1 x SATA 6Gb/s cable, Wi-Fi antenna set, 2 x EZ M.2 Clip packages, Cable sticker1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_b650_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Package Contents: motherboard, 1 quick installation guide, 1 European Union regulatory notice, 1 SATA 6Gb/s cable, 1 Wi-Fi antenna set, 2 EZ M.2 Clip packages (1 set per pack) and 1 cable sticker.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b650-a-gaming-wifi-model/specRead 15 October 2026
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Manual
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www.trovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_b650_tomahawk_wifi.pdf1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_b650_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 15 October 2026MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI User Guide in eight languages, hosted by trovaprezzi.it. The PDF was created in October 2022, so it is the launch edition. The maker's own manual page was not readable.
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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