ASUS ROG Strix B550-I Gaming DDR4 AMD Motherboard

The ASUS ROG Strix B550-I Gaming is a Mini-ITX motherboard built around the AMD B550 chipset, designed for enthusiasts who want high-end gaming features in a compact form factor. Measuring just 17.02 x 17.02 cm and weighing approximately 1.09 kg, this board fits standard Mini-ITX cases while delivering a feature set typically associated with larger platforms. At its core, the ROG Strix B550-I Gaming uses an AMD Socket AM4 interface with support for 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen CPUs, and includes BIOS compatibility for AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors via a firmware update. The board features an 8+2 DrMOS power stage configuration paired with alloy chokes and high-endurance capacitors, providing stable voltage delivery for multi-core Ryzen processors under sustained workloads. Thermal management is handled through dedicated VRM and PCH heatsinks utilising ASUS Stack Cool 3+ passive cooling technology, keeping critical components within safe operating temperatures during demanding sessions. Connectivity is a standout aspect of this Mini-ITX board. It supports PCIe 4.0, with one M.2 slot running at PCIe 4.0 x4 speeds and a second M.2 slot for additional NVMe storage. Networking is handled by onboard Intel WiFi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) with Bluetooth 5.1, plus a 2.5 Gigabit LAN port protected by ASUS LANGuard. For display output, the board offers HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K at 60Hz) and DisplayPort 1.2. USB connectivity includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C rear port and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 front-panel Type-C header. Audio is delivered through a SupremeFX S1220A codec with DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III software processing. ASUS AI Noise Cancelling Mic technology is also integrated for cleaner voice communication. Personalisation is supported via Aura Sync RGB lighting, one standard RGB header, and one addressable Gen 2 RGB header. Verified Specifications: - Form Factor: Mini-ITX (17.02 x 17.02 cm) - Chipset: AMD B550 - CPU Socket: AMD AM4 - Compatible CPUs: AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen (Ryzen 5000 series supported with BIOS update) - Memory: 2x DDR4 DIMM slots, up to 64 GB maximum - Storage: 2x M.2 slots (one PCIe 4.0 x4, one PCIe 3.0 x4) - Wireless: WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.1 - LAN: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard - Display Output: HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), DisplayPort 1.2 - Audio: SupremeFX S1220A codec - USB: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (rear), USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (front header) - RGB: Aura Sync, 1x RGB header, 1x ARGB Gen 2 header - Weight: 1.09 kg - Model Year: 2020