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ASUS DDR3 2133 AMD - AM3+ Motherboards M5A99FX PRO R2.0

Name: ASUS DDR3 2133 AMD - AM3+ Motherboards M5A99FX PRO R2.0
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B008B6ONXK
Price: 89.99 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-15

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides. View full credentials →

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Bottom line: The ASUS DDR3 2133 AMD - AM3+ Motherboards M5A99FX PRO R2.0 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $89.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

The ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 motherboard features the AMD 990FX/SB950 Chipset, compatible with the AMD Socket AM3 for AMD Phenom II/Athlon II/Sempron 100 Series Processors. ASUS is pleased to announce that the M5A99FX PRO R2.0, the AMD 9 Series Model featuring the Latest Dual Intelligent Processors 3 (DIP3) Support, provides the user with the all New DIGI+ Power Control, which allows for a Complete Digital Power Solution. ASUS’ DIGI+ Power Control features the CPU & DRAM digital power design, SMART DIGI+ Key OC tuning profile, Real-Time VRM Adjustment, Five Modes of Load Line Calibration…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored ASUS DDR3 2133 AMD - AM3+ Motherboards M5A99FX PRO R2.0 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro motherboards category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the retro motherboards category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Win8 Support Ready - Upgraded Hardware and Native BIOS Support, with 2 second Fast Boot.
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

Win8 Support Ready - Upgraded Hardware and Native BIOS Support, with 2 second Fast Boot.
Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - New DIGI+ Power Control, with DRAM and CPU Power, and SMART DIGI+ Key
Network iControl - Real-time network bandwidth control application that easily allowing users to prioritize bandwidth to different applications.
Remote GO!- Simple Solution provides Seamless Wireless Enjoyment, turning the Smart Handhelds into your best home entertainment console.
USB 3.0 Boost-Set USB 3.0 devices into 3 modes: Normal, Turbo, UASP to improve overall read/write performance instantaneously

Full Specifications

Brand	ASUS
Turbo	Yes
USB 2.0	6
Platform	Not Machine Specific
CPU Model	Athlon
CPU Socket	Socket AM3+
Model Name	M5A99FX PRO R2.0
Chipset Type	AMD 990FX
Connectivity	Wireless, USB
Model Number	M5A99FX PRO R2.0
Connection Type	Wireless
Mfr Part Number	90-MIBIT0-G0AAY0VZ
Number of Items	1
Number of Ports	20
Total Usb Ports	16
Processor Socket	Socket AM3+
Total PCIe Ports	4
Total SATA Ports	7
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
Memory Clock Speed	1333 MHz

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-21. Price and availability subject to change.