Motherboards

B650E AORUS TACHYON

Model B650E AORUS TACHYON

AMD B650E ATX motherboard for Socket AM5 processors, with 2 DDR5 slots (up to 128 GB) and Wi-Fi 6E.

Socket
AM5
Chipset
AMD B650E
Form factor
ATX
Memory
2 x DDR5, up to 128 GB
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E

Overview

Highlights

  • AMD Socket AM5: Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 / Ryzen 8000 / Ryzen 9000 Series Processors
  • Twin 16+2+2 Phases Digital VRM Solution
  • Dual Channel DDR5: 2 x SMD DIMMs with EXPO & XMP Memory Module Support
  • Storage: 2 x PCIe 5.0 x4 and 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
  • EZ-Latch Plus: M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
  • Hi-Fi Audio with DTS:X Ultra: ALC1220 CODEC and WIMA Audio Capacitors

Platform

Socket
AM5
Chipset
AMD B650
Form factor
ATX 30.5 x 24.4 cm
Memory
DDR5
  • 2 DIMM slots
  • Up to 128 GB
  • Up to 8400 MT/s (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • AMD Ryzen 7000
  • Ryzen 8000
  • Ryzen 9000 series processors
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, up to PCIe 5.0 at x16
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, PCIe 4.0 at x4
Storage
3 x M.2
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 5.0 x4
LAN
  • Intel 2.5GbE LAN
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 AMD Wi-Fi 6E RZ616
Display outputs
1 x HDMI For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
AMD
Socket
AM5
Chipset
B650E
Form factor
ATX
Memory
DDR5
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E
Series
AORUS
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
AMD Socket AM5, support for: AMD Ryzen 7000 / Ryzen 8000 / Ryzen 9000 Series Processors
Chipset
AMD B650
Memory
Support for DDR5 8400(OC)/ 8266(OC)/ 8200(OC)/ 8000(OC)/ 7800(OC)/ 7600(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6666(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5200/ 4800/ 4400 MT/s memory modules2 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport forAMD EXtended Profiles for Overclocking (AMD EXPO) and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules(The CPU andmemory configurationmay affect the supportedmemory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" on GIGABYTE's website for more information.)

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor with AMD Radeon Graphics support:1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.** Support native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports.(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Audio
Realtek ALC1220-VB CODEC* The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio.Support for DTS:X UltraHigh Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out

Networking

LAN
Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Wireless communication module
AMD Wi-Fi 6E RZ616 (MT7922A22M)WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bandsBLUETOOTH 5.2Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard(Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU:AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors/ Ryzen 9000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x16 modeAMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x8 modeAMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode* The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.Chipset:1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4)* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the M2C_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2C_SB connector.
Storage interface
1 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2580 SSDs:AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors/ Ryzen 9000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSDsAMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1/Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs1 x M.2 connector (M2B_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 SSDs:AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors/ Ryzen 9000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSDsAMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDsAMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x2 SSDsChipset:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2C_SB)4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsRAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devicesRAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices

Ports and connectors

USB
CPU:1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset:1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB header2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headerChipset+ASMedia USB 3.2 Gen 2 Controller:1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panelChipset:2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB header
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors1 x CPU fan header1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header4 x system fan headers3 x system fan/water cooling pump headers1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip header1 x addressable LED strip header1 x RGB LED strip header3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header1 x Trusted PlatformModule header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 / GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)1 x noise detection header2 x temperature sensor headersVoltage Measurement Points1 x power button (PW)1 x reset button (RST)1 x Clear CMOS button (CMOS)1 x Cold Reset button (RTY)1 x Protection Mode button (LIMP_MODE)1 x CPU Ratio Up button (CLK+)x CPU Ratio Down button (CLK-)1 x BIOS switch (BIOS_SW)1 x OC Trigger switch (TGR_SW)1 x Reserved switch (RSV_SW)
Back panel connectors
1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x OC Ignition button1 x PS/2 keyboard port1 x PS/2 mouse port2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)1 x HDMI port1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports1 x RJ-45 port1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector5 x audio jacks
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.Noise detection
BIOS
2 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSSupport for DualBIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)Support for Q-FlashSupport for Q-Flash Plus
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)LAN bandwidth management software
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bitSupport for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.

Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for AM5

Coolers whose specifications list socket AM5.

  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details

Cabinets for ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list ATX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

Check sockets, memory type, power connectors and dimensions against the specifications before ordering, or ask our sales desk to confirm a build.

Support

Warranty and repairs

Warranty is as per GIGABYTE’s terms for this model. For products bought from us, call our service team with the invoice number, the model and the product’s serial number.

From GIGABYTE

Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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