ASUS TUF Gaming B660M-PLUS

The ASUS TUF Gaming B660M-PLUS, released in January 2022, is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for Intel CPUs, offering a balance of robust performance and durability for gaming and other demanding applications.

Key specifications include:

• CPU Socket: Intel Socket 1700
• Chipset: Intel B660
• CPU Support: 1 CPU
• Form Factor: Micro-ATX (24.4 x 24.4cm)
• Power Phases: 10+1 phases, with each phase delivering 50A

Memory support:

• Memory Type: DDR4
• Maximum Speed: 5333MHz (PC4-42600)
• Slots: 4
• Maximum Capacity: 128GB
• Memory Channels: Dual
• Technologies: XMP and Optane support

Expansion slots:

• VGA Connection: PCIe 5.0 x16
• VGA Slot Position: 1st slot
• PCIe Versions: PCIe 5.0, PCIe 4.0, PCIe 3.0
• PCIe Slots: 2 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1

Storage interfaces:

• M.2 Slots: 2 (supporting PCIe 4.0, PCIe, NVMe)
• SATA3 Ports: 4 (6Gb/s)
• M.2 Form Factors: 2242, 2260, 2280
• RAID Support: SATA RAID

Graphics outputs:

• HDMI
• DisplayPort

Rear I/O ports:

• USB 3.x 20Gbps: 1 x USB Type-C
• USB 3.x 10Gbps: 4 x USB Type-A
• USB 3.x 5Gbps: 1 x USB Type-A
• USB 2.0: 2 x USB Type-A
• Ethernet: 1 x RJ-45 (Realtek, 2.5Gbps)
• Audio Jacks: 7.1 channel support
• S/PDIF

Networking:

• LAN Chipset: Realtek
• LAN Speed: 2.5Gbps

Audio:

• Audio Chipset: Realtek
• Analog Output: 7.1 channel

Additional headers and features:

• Thunderbolt 4 Header
• USB 3.0 Headers: 1
• USB 2.0 Headers: 2
• USB 3.0 Type-C Header: 1
• RGB and ARGB Headers: 1 x RGB 12V 4-pin, 3 x ARGB 5V 3-pin
• System Fan Headers: 3 x 4-pin
• DrMOS
• M.2 Heatsinks
• LED Lighting: AURA SYNC with onboard and front panel LEDs
• UEFI BIOS

The ASUS TUF Gaming B660M-PLUS is built for gamers who need reliable performance and advanced features in a compact micro-ATX form factor. With support for high-speed memory, advanced storage options, robust power delivery, and extensive connectivity, this motherboard is well-suited for creating a powerful and durable gaming system.