Unlock the full potential of Intel’s 11th Gen processors with ASUS’s TUF GAMING B560M-PLUS WIFI LGA 1200 Micro-ATX Gaming Motherboard. With its Intel B560 chipset, this motherboard lays a strong foundation for your build and provides access to various high-end components that are optimized for gaming. The LGA 1200 CPU socket allows you to utilize Intel 11th Gen processors, unlocking PCIe 4.0 capabilities for M.2 storage drives and graphics cards, which is perfect for builders who want flexibility in their build.
This motherboard features four dual-channel enabled RAM slots, enabling you to install various RAM modules for improved multitasking capabilities. With two M.2 and six SATA III inputs, you can build a storage drive array that’s ideal for your gaming library. Whether you prefer a wired or wireless network connection, the B560M-PLUS has you covered with 2.5Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), respectively. Additionally, the TUF GAMING B560M-PLUS WIFI is compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11, making it future-proof.
ASUS B560M-PLUS WIFI Specs
CPU
| Chipset | Intel B560 |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1200 |
Back Panel I/O
| USB | 2 x USB-A (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2) 2 x USB-A (USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1) 1 x USB-C (USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1) 4 x USB-A (USB 2.0) |
| Thunderbolt | None |
| Display | 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Audio | 5 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm 1 x S/PDIF |
| Ethernet / Controller | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gigabit |
| Wi-Fi Antenna | 2 x Connector |
Memory
| Memory Slots | 4 x 288-Pin |
| Memory Support | DDR4 2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 2933, 3200, 3300, 3466, 3600, 3733, 4000, 4266, 4400, 4600, 4800, 5000 MHz |
| Channel Architecture | Dual Channel |
| ECC Support | Non-ECC Unbuffered |
Storage Expansion
| SATA | 6 x SATA III |
| M.2 | 1 x M Key 2242, 2260, 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4, PCIe 3.0 x4) 1 x M Key 2242, 2260, 2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4) |
| U.2 | None |
| Optane Memory Support | Yes |
Internal I/O
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| USB | 1 x 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Header (Supports 1 USB-C Port) 1 x 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Header (Supports 2 USB-A Port) 2 x 2.0 Header (Supports 4 USB-A Port) |
| Air Cooling | 1 x 4-Pin CPU 1 x 4-Pin Assistant 2 x 4-Pin System |
| Power Connectors | 1 x 24-Pin Mainboard 1 x 8-Pin ATX |
| Security | Chassis Intrusion |
| LED Header | 4 x RGB |
| Diagnostics | Clear CMOS |
| Add-On | 1 x Thunderbolt Card Header |
| Legacy | 1 x Serial |
BIOS
| ROM | 128 Mb |
Front Panel I/O
| Front Panel I/O | AAFP, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO Support |
Software
| OS Compatibility | Windows 10 Windows 11 *As of May, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Physical
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX |
| Dimensions | 9.6 x 9.6″ / 24.4 x 24.4 cm |
