MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
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Note: this motherboard only works with 3rd and 5th generation AMD Ryzen processors with an AM4 socket, with the exception of the 3400G and 3200G.
The MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK is a is a motherboard for hardcore gamers. There are many heatsinks on this motherboard, which dissipate heat better. This means that the parts stay cool, even under the heaviest load. Thanks to the AM4 socket, you can use this motherboard with a 3rd and 5th generation AMD Ryzen processor. There's space for fast storage on the 2 M.2 slots, on which you install fast SSDs. You can connect your video card and up to 4 RAM modules to the reinforced slots. This way, your motherboard stays in an upright position when setting up and connecting. As a true gaming motherboard, this MSI also has RGB lighting. You can set it up yourself via the MSI software.
Socket (CPU) | AMD AM4 | |
Motherboard chipset | AMD B550 | |
Form factor (motherboards) | ATX | |
Total number of RAM slots | 4 | |
Nubmber of M.2 connectors | 2 | |
PCI Express x16 slots | 2 | |
Built-in WiFi |
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good price for a great motherboard
Francis
8 August 2020
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Nice motherboard from MSI that is very good in the market in terms of price-quality. I'm not a big fan of RGB states myself. You can easily disable it with this motherboard via a hardware switch.
Drivers and dashboard application are easy to get and also do its thing. Flashing BIOS was a breeze. BIOS itself is also quite advanced (overclocking, XMP profiles, ...).
The only drawback I have experienced for myself is that 1 of the 2 SATA cables has a 90 degree connection. Not a problem in itself, but with the case I use (Fractal Design C) you can place up to 3 HDDs behind the mobo (backplate). So you need straight SATA cables for this.
Very satisfied with my purchase.
MrOwner
30 December 2020
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Everything in the manual is explained in clear steps, so that the motherboard could be quickly connected and installed. After turning on the system, there was no image. After a long search it turned out to be a known problem and a flash of the BIOS is required. The correct version is quickly found on the MSI site. Would that be why the flash button was placed on the back instead of on the motherboard? After setting up the latest version everything runs like a train and I am very satisfied with the product
Timmey
11 January 2021
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Product number | 864608 | |
Manufacturer code | MAG B550 TOMAHAWK | |
Brand | MSI | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Suitable casings | Full Tower, Mid Tower | |
Form factor (motherboards) | ATX |
Chipset brand | AMD | |
Motherboard chipset | AMD B550 | |
Socket (CPU) | AMD AM4 | |
Chipset cooler (motherboards) | Passive |
Total number of RAM slots | 4 | |
Voltage RAM | 1.2V | |
Memory speed | 5100 MHz | |
Number of memory channels | Dual channel (2) |
PCI Express x1 slots | 2 | |
Version PCIe x1 slots | PCIe 3.0 | |
PCI Express x16 slots | 2 | |
Number of PCIe 4.0 (x16/x16) connectors | 1 |
Nubmber of M.2 connectors | 2 | |
Number of M-key (PCIe 4.0) slots | 1 | |
Number of SATA connectors | 6 |
Built-in WiFi | ||
Bluetooth |
DisplayPort connector | |
HDMI connector | |
Thunderbolt connector | |
DVI connector | |
VGA connector |
USB-C ports back panel | |
Number of USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports back panel | 1 |
USB-A ports back panel | |
Number of USB-A 2.0 (480Mbps) ports back panel | 2 |
Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports back panel | 2 |
Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports back panel | 1 |
Number of headphone jacks | 5 | |
Ethernet port | ||
Digital optical connector | ||
Number of digital optical inputs | 0 | |
Number of digital optical outputs | 1 | |
Audio processor | Realtek ALC1200 | |
Number of audio channels | 7 | |
Number of subwoofer channels | 1 |
Fan headers | |
Number of 4-pin CPU fan headers | 1 |
Number of 4-pin system fan headers | 6 |
Number of 4-pin CPU water cooling fan headers | 1 |
Type of power connector for motherboard | 24-pin ATX connector |
RGB headers | |
Number of RGB headers | 4 |
USB headers on the motherboard | |
Number of USB 2.0 (480Mbps) headers on the motherboard | 4 |
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) headers on the motherboard | 3 |
BIOS flash button on the motherboard |
RGB lighting | ||
Zones separately lit | ||
Lighting connectable with peripherals |
