MSI PRO B550M-P Motherboard
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Manufacturer description
PRO B550M-P: Business Elegance Designed for efficient and stable performance on the AMD B550 chipset (Ryzen 5000 / 5000 G-Series / 4000 G-Series / 3000 / 3000 G-Series supported, AM4), the MSI PRO B550M-P motherboard includes premium GPU support with a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, improved DDR4 memory support (up to 4400+ MT/s OC), and extensive M.2 Gen4 storage options. With a fully digital VRM power design featuring Core Boost technology and augmented with passive & active - Frozr AI - cooling, the MSI PRO B550M-P is a business-oriented Micro-ATX motherboard that ensures reliable power delivery to…
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Key Features
- RYZEN 5000 READY, HIGH PERFORMANCE - The PRO B550M-P is a micro-ATX motherboard outfitted with the AMD B550 chipset (AM4, Ryzen 5000 ready); The VRM features MSI Core Boost technology for improved stability & performance
- PASSIVE & AI COOLING - A chipset heatsinks provide passive cooling; Frozr AI cooling automatically adjusts system fan settings based on CPU & GPU temperatures
- DDR4 MEMORY, PCIe 4.0 x16 SLOT - 4 x DDR4 DIMM slots enable extreme memory overclocking speeds (1DPC 1R, up to 4400+ MT/s OC); 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (64GB/s) with Steel Armor supports cutting-edge graphics cards
- DOUBLE M.2 CONNECTORS - Storage options include 1 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slot and 1 x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gbps slot
- WELL CONNECTED - Network hardware includes a Gigabit LAN controller; Rear ports include USB 5Gbps Type-A, and 7.1 HD Audio with Audio Boost
Full Specifications
| Brand | msi |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5000 g |
| Platform | Windows 11 |
| CPU Socket | Socket AM4 |
| Chipset Type | AMD B550 |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | B550M-P |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM4 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 4400.0 |
| Compatible Processors | Supports AMD Ryzen 5000 Series, 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 3000 Series and 3000 G-Series desktop processors |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| Memory Slots Available | 3 |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Full listing title | MSI PRO B550M-P Motherboard, mATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 5000/5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 3000/3000 G-Series Desktop Processors, AM4 - DDR4 Memory Boost (up to 4400+ MT/s OC), PCIe 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen4 |
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MSI PRO B550M-P Motherboard, mATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 5000/5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 3000/3000 G-Series Desktop Processors, AM4 - DDR4 Memory Boost (up to 4400+ MT/s OC), PCIe 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen4 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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