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Last Updated: Nov 25, 2023 07:24:10 UTC
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MPG B650 CARBON WIFI
Perform in Style
The MPG B650 CARBON WIFI is a gaming oriented ATX motherboard constructed around the latest AMD B650 chipset that delivers both performance and style.
Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Processors (Zen 4, AM5) 16 Duet Rail Power System with 80A SPS 2 x PCI-e 4.0 x16 slots 4 x DDR5 DIMMs with Memory Boost: Dual Channel (128GB Max. / 6600MHz OC) 1 x Lightning Gen5 (tool-free) & 3 x Gen4 M.2 slots with Shield Frozr 8-Channel (7.1) USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps) 2.5G LAN, AMD Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
B650 Chipset, 16 Duet Rail Power System, Smart Cooling, 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slots
Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Processors
The MPG B650 CARBON WIFI motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 7000 processors.
Form Factor: ATX
Socket Type: AM5
Chipset: AMD B650
16+2+1 Phase VRM with 80A Smart Power Stage
With its dual 8 pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, the MPG B650 CARBON WIFI is able to sustain heavy CPU power loads to support system-demanding game settings:
1. Digital PWM IC
2. 16-Phase Duet-Rail CPU Power (80A)
3. 2-Phase SOC Power
4. 1-Phase MISC Power
Integrated Cooling Features
VRM Cooling: Features an extended heatsink design, MSI heat pipe, extra choke thermal pads and 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads for improved thermal dissipation.
PCB Cooling: Premium 6-layer server-grade printed circuit design with 2 oz. thickened copper improves heat dissipation & reliability.
SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.
System Cooling: Connect and synchronize cooling with strategically placed pin-headers – including a dedicated pump-fan header.
Fortified PCI-e 4.0 x16 Slot
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points to support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor also shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:
1 x PCI-e 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor)1 x PCI-e 4.0/3.0 x16 slot*1 x PCI-e 3.0 x1 slot
*Supports x16/x4
DDR5 Memory Performance, Lightning Gen5 M.2, Tool-Free M.2 Shield Frozr, Wi-Fi 6E Connectivity
4 x DDR5 Dual Channel (6600+ MHz OC)
Memory Boost: A fully-isolated DDR circuit delivers pure data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.
Memory OC profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB checked and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability.
*1DPC 1R Max. overclocking frequency 6600 MHz, supports AMD EXPO.
Gen5 & Gen4 M.2 Connectors
The MPG B650 CARBON WIFI motherboard features MSI’s latest M.2 slots:
1 x Gen5 x4 128Gb/s slot3 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots
M.2 Shield Frozr
Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.
Tool-Free M.2 Shield Frozr*: MSI patented Shield Frozr covers feature a tool-free design so users don’t have to worry about lost screws or overtightening.
*M2_1 Tool-Free Shield Frozr.
Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
2.5G LAN: A Realtek RTL8125BG 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.
Wi-Fi 6E: Features an AMD Wi-Fi 6E module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology.
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C: Connect to devices and transfer files at high bandwidth rates: 20Gb/s.
Audio: 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 & S/PDIF output.
MSI Gaming Series
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Form Factor
Micro-ATX ATX Mini-ITX ATX
VRM
12 Duet Rail Power System / 80A SPS 16 Duet Rail Power System / 80A SPS 8 Phase Direct CPU Power / 80A SPS 14 Duet Rail Power System / 80A SPS
DIMM Slots
4 x DDR5 (6400+MHz/OC) 4 x DDR5 (6600+MHz/OC) 2 x DDR5 (6600+MHz/OC) 4 x DDR5 (6600+MHz/OC)
PCI-e x16 Slots
2 x 4.0 2 x 4.0 1 x 4.0 2 x 4.0
M.2 Slots
2 x Gen4 x4 1 x Gen5 x4 / 3 x Gen4 x4 2 x Gen4 x4 1 x Gen5 x4 / 2 x Gen4 x4
M.2 Shield Frozr
Single-sided 1 x Double-sided / 3 x Single-sided Single-sided 1 x Double-sided / 2 x Single-sided
Audio
8-Channel (7.1) USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5
LAN
Realtek 2.5G LAN Realtek 2.5G LAN Realtek 2.5G LAN Realtek 2.5G LAN
WiFi & Bluetooth
AMD Wi-Fi 6E module, Bluetooth 5.2 AMD Wi-Fi 6E module, Bluetooth 5.2 AMD Wi-Fi 6E module, Bluetooth 5.2 AMD Wi-Fi 6E module, Bluetooth 5.2
INTEGRATED COOLING – VRM cooling features 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads, heat-pipe, and an extended heatsink; Additional cooling includes chipset heatsink, M.2 Shield Frozr, a dedicated pump-fan header & 6-layer server-grade PCB with 2 oz. thickened copper
DDR5 MEMORY, DUAL PCI-E 4.0 x16 SLOTS – 4 x DDR5 DIMM SMT slots enable extreme memory overclocking speeds (1DPC 1R, 6600+ MHz); 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (64GB/s) support graphics cards (primary slot with Steel Armor)
QUADRUPLE M.2 CONNECTORS – Premium storage options consist of 1 x M.2 Gen5 x4 128Gbps slot (with tool-free cover & double-sided Shield Frozr) and 3 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots with Shield Frozr to prevent SSD thermal throttling
WI-FI 6E CONNECTIVITY – Network hardware includes Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.2 & 2.5Gbps LAN; Rear ports include USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps), HDMI 2.1, and 7.1 USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 (supports S/PDIF output)
