ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II delivers all the essentials needed for a well-balanced build. Designed to handle the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors, ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II features amped-up power delivery, optimized thermal design and more stable DDR4 memory. BIOS FlashBack makes upgrading easy to give any dream build a head start, and intuitive ROG software ensures a superior gaming experience.
AM4 socket: ready for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors
Robust power solution: 8+4 discrete MOS with high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors
Gaming-optimized connectivity: Dual M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, plus HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 output support
Smooth networking: M.2 socket with E-key and Intel Gigabit Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
Intuitive software: easy-to-use UEFI BIOS and ASUS AI Networking make it easy to configure gaming builds
DIY-friendly design: includes pre-mounted I/O shield, BIOS FlashBack, Q-LEDs and SafeSlot
Unmatched personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including Aura RGB headers and Addressable RGB header
Advanced gaming audio: AI Noise-Canceling Microphone, SupremeFX S1220A codec and Sonic Studio III for immersive sound
Amped performanceWith a robust power design to drive multi-core Ryzen processors, plus cooling, storage, connectivity and audio options for a wide range of hardware, ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II offers gamers everything they need for a budget or high-performance build.8+4 discrete MOS8+4 discrete MOS include high-side and low-side MOSFETs, delivering the power and efficiency that the latest AMD CPUs demand.Digi+ power controlThe Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and clean power delivery to the CPU.Alloy choke and capacitorSuperior chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures and provide up to 110% better performance than the industry standard.VRM thermal designThe ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II uses advanced alloy chokes that deliver better efficiency, and high-quality thermal pads to help transfer heat from the VRM array to a sink that has ample surface area for the latest processors. And to ensure critical components always make optimal contact, there's a backplate on the rear of the board that helps balance MOSFET temperatures while providing structural reinforcement.M.2 heatsinkAn integrated heatsink keeps the M.2 SSD at optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.Cooler by designROG Strix B450 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.LANGuardFeaturing advanced signal-coupling technology and high-tolerance components, LANGuard provides consistent Ethernet performance and greater protection against static electricity and power surges.SupremeFXBuilt-in ROG SupremeFX audio technology ensures pristine audio for ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II. Along with ensuring a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature, it offers two front-panel outputs driven by op amps that deliver high-quality audio to gaming headsets.
Expansion Slots1 x CPU ¦ 4 x DIMM 288-pin ¦ 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode (with 1st, 2nd and 3rd Generation Ryzen CPU); x8 mode (with Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics and 2nd Generation Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics); x4 mode (with Athlon with Radeon Vega Graphics)) ¦ 3 x PCIe 2.0 x1 ¦ 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode)
Storage InterfacesSATA-600 -connectors: 4 x 7pin Serial ATA - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 ¦ SATA-600 -connectors: 2 x 7pin Serial ATA ¦ SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2 ¦ PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2
Interfaces1 x LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) ¦ 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ¦ 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out - mini-jack ¦ 1 x microphone - mini-jack ¦ 1 x TOSLINK ¦ 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ¦ 1 x HDMI ¦ 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack ¦ 2 x USB 2.0 ¦ 1 x DisplayPort ¦ 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse ¦ 1 x USB-C Gen1
Internal Interfaces2 x USB 2.0 - header ¦ 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 - header ¦ 1 x serial - header ¦ 1 x audio - header
Power Connectors24-pin main power connector, 8-pin ATX12V connector
Features
BIOS TypeAMI
BIOS FeaturesUEFI BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, BIOS FlashBack
Sleep / Wake UpWake on LAN (WOL), wake on PME
Hardware FeaturesPreboot eXecution Environment (PXE), AMD 3-way CrossFireX technology support, LANGuard, SupremeFX Shielding technology, Sonic Studio III, Sonic Radar III, Armoury Crate, ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), ASUS TPU (TurboV Processing Unit), ASUS DIGI+ VRM, ASUS Fan Xpert 4, CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS Q-Design, Q-DIMM, Q-LED, Q-Slot, M.2 heatsink, ASUS EZ DIY, pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot, 8+4 DrMOS power stages
Miscellaneous
Software IncludedDrivers & Utilities, ASUS AI Charger, ROG CPU-Z, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS Turbo App, Overwolf, ROG GameFirst VI, ASUS ROG RAMCache III, Antivirus, Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer