MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk WiFi Motherboard
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Manufacturer description
MAG B850 TOMAHAWK WIFI: Stable Foundation, Durably Built Designed for gaming on the AMD B850 chipset (Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 supported, AM5), the MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK WIFI motherboard includes premium GPU support with PCIe 5.0 x16, improved DDR5 8200+ MT/s (OC) memory support, and M.2 Gen5 storage options. To power the latest Ryzen 9000 processors, the MAG B850 TOMAHAWK WIFI is equipped with a 14 Duet Rail Power System (80A, SPS) VRM for the CPU and dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, augmented with multiple passive cooling features. MSI B850 gaming motherboards feature durable server-grade…
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Key Features
- ULTRA POWER - SUPPORTS THE LATEST RYZEN 9000 PROCESSORS IN HIGH PERFORMANCE - The MAG B850 TOMAHAWK WIFI employs a 14 Duet Rail Power System (80A, SPS) VRM for the AMD B850 chipset (AM5, Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000) with Core Boost architecture
- FROZR GUARD - Premium cooling features such as 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads, extra choke thermal pads and an Extended Heatsink; Includes chipset heatsink, EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, and a Combo-fan (for pump & system) header (3A)
- DDR5 MEMORY, PCIe 5.0 x16 SLOT - 4 x DDR5 DIMM SMT slots enable extreme memory overclocking speeds (1DPC 1R, 8200+ MT/s); 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SMT slot (128GB/s) with Steel Armor II supports cutting-edge graphics cards
- TRIPLE M.2 CONNECTORS - Storage options include 1 x M.2 Gen5 x4 128Gbps slot and 2 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots; Features EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II to prevent thermal throttling and EZ M.2 Clip II for EZ DIY experience
- CONNECTIVITY - Network hardware includes a full-speed Wi-Fi 7 module with Bluetooth 5.4 & 5Gbps LAN; Rear ports include USB 20G Type-C and 7.1 USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 (supports S/PDIF output)
Full Specifications
| Brand | msi |
|---|---|
| Weight | 20g |
| Platform | Windows 11 |
| CPU Model | Ryzen 9 |
| CPU Socket | Socket AM5 |
| Model Name | MAG B850 Tomahawk WiFi |
| Chipset Type | AMD B850 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB, WiFi |
| Model Number | B850 Tomahawk WiFi |
| Chipset Family | AMD B850 |
| Mfr Part Number | B850 Tomahawk WiFi |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 7 |
| Total Usb Ports | 7 |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM5 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 1 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 8200 MHz |
| Warranty Description | 3 Years |
| Compatible Processors | Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/ 8000/ 7000 Series Desktop Processors |
| Full listing title | MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk WiFi Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5-80A SPS VRM, DDR5 Memory Boost 8200+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN |
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MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk WiFi Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5-80A SPS VRM, DDR5 Memory Boost 8200+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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