ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS II LGA1700 Micro-ATX Motherboard
The ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS II is a Micro-ATX motherboard that combines military-grade durability with a powerful feature set, providing an ideal foundation for a high-performance gaming PC. Designed to support Intel's 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Core processors on the LGA 1700 socket, this motherboard is ready to handle the latest CPU technology. One of its standout features is the robust power delivery system, with a 12+1+1 power stage design and enlarged VRM heatsinks to ensure stable and efficient power to the CPU, even under heavy loads and with overclocking. The board supports the latest DDR5 memory, allowing for speeds of up to 7800+ MT/s (OC), and a maximum capacity of 192GB across its four DIMM slots. This provides ample bandwidth for modern gaming and demanding creative applications. For storage and expansion, the TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS II is equipped with a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for the fastest graphics cards on the market. It also offers three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, enabling lightning-fast SSD storage with dedicated heatsinks to prevent thermal throttling. Connectivity is a core strength, featuring a 2.5Gb Ethernet port with TUF LANGuard for reliable, low-latency online gaming. The board also provides a comprehensive array of USB ports, including a USB 20Gbps Type-C port on the rear I/O and a front-panel USB Type-C header. Built with a commitment to longevity, this motherboard includes TUF Protection features like SafeSlot Core+ for reinforced PCIe slots and a pre-mounted I/O shield for easy installation. The sleek aesthetic with geometric design elements and support for Aura Sync RGB lighting lets you customize your rig to match your style. With its advanced cooling, solid power delivery, and extensive connectivity, the ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS II is engineered for marathon gaming and performance that lasts.
Features of ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS II
- CPU & Chipset: It is built around the Intel B760 chipset and is compatible with Intel Core 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation processors using the LGA 1700 socket.
- Memory: The motherboard supports DDR5 memory, with four DIMM slots allowing for a maximum capacity of 192GB. It supports overclocked speeds of up to 7800+ MT/s (OC) through technologies like Intel XMP and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II).
- Robust Power Delivery: Features a 12+1+1 power stage design with high-quality DrMOS components to deliver stable and efficient power to the CPU.
- Enhanced Cooling: It includes enlarged VRM heatsinks and dedicated M.2 heatsinks to ensure components stay cool under demanding workloads. It also offers multiple 4-pin fan headers and a header for an AIO pump, with control via ASUS's Fan Xpert 2+ utility.
- PCIe 5.0: Features a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for a next-gen graphics card, offering maximum bandwidth.
- M.2 Storage: Comes with three M.2 slots, all supporting PCIe 4.0 for high-speed NVMe SSDs, with two operating at x4 mode and one at x2 mode. The M.2 Q-Latch design makes SSD installation tool-free and simple.
- SATA: Includes four SATA 6Gb/s ports for traditional hard drives and SSDs, with support for SATA RAID configurations.
- Networking: A Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port with TUF LANGuard provides a fast and stable wired network connection.
- USB: Offers a comprehensive range of USB ports on the rear I/O, including a USB 20Gbps Type-C port, a USB 10Gbps Type-A port, and various USB 5Gbps and 2.0 ports. There are also headers for front-panel USB connections, including a USB 10Gbps Type-C header.
- Video Outputs: The board has integrated DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 ports, capable of supporting 4K resolution at 60Hz.
- Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) Header: A dedicated header allows for the addition of a Thunderbolt™ add-in card for ultra-fast data transfer and display capabilities.
- TUF Protection: ASUS's suite of features including DIGI+ VRM, ESD Guards, TUF LANGuard, and a stainless-steel back I/O ensures long-term reliability.
- Easy DIY: Features like PCIe Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, and Q-LED troubleshooting lights simplify the building process and make it easy to identify issues.
- Audio: Equipped with a Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound HD audio codec, premium capacitors, and dedicated audio PCB layers for high-quality sound. It also features Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation to improve voice communication during gaming.
