ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi Review

Technical Specifications of motherboard ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi

Overall score

7.1

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you prefer a motherboard that has already been bought and reviewed by many other users.

Platform & Features

What it is: An overview of the motherboard's foundational specifications and board-level capabilities, including socket and chipset compatibility, firmware features, onboard controls, TPM readiness, operating-system support, and platform extras that affect system flexibility and long-term usability.

When it matters: When you need a motherboard that matches your CPU platform, firmware expectations, operating-system requirements, and built-in features before you commit to the rest of the build.

Score components:

30.0%

9.8

Chipset

20.0%

CPU socket

10.0%

Integrated graphics support

8.0%

Integrated I/O shield

7.0%

Suitable for gaming

5.0%

BIOS flashback

5.0%

4.0

POST code display

4.0%

4.0

Dual BIOS

3.0%

6.4

BIOS update methods

2.0%

Windows 11 ready

2.0%

4.0

Rear-panel CMOS reset button

2.0%

Debug LED indicators

1.0%

Automatic overclocking

1.0%

8.7

Supported Windows versions

9.2

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Brand name

What it is: The brand that makes the motherboard.

When it matters: When you have a brand preference for support, BIOS, or build quality.

Importance: LOW

CPU socket

What it is: The socket type the motherboard is built to support.

When it matters: When you need the motherboard to match a specific CPU.

Importance: HIGH

CPU platform

What it is: The processor platform supported by the motherboard, indicating compatibility with Intel or AMD processors.

When it matters: When choosing a motherboard to match your chosen processor brand (Intel or AMD).

Importance: LOW

Good value: Intel

Chipset

What it is: The chipset that defines the motherboard platform and many of its features.

When it matters: When you compare platform features, connectivity, and CPU support.

Importance: HIGH

Form factor

What it is: The physical size standard of the motherboard, such as ATX or Micro-ATX.

When it matters: When you need the board to fit a specific case size.

Importance: LOW

Memory

What it is: A review of the board's memory subsystem, covering supported DDR generation, slot count, channel configuration, maximum capacity, ECC support, and the rated or overclocked speeds the platform can handle.

When it matters: When your workload depends on RAM capacity, speed, ECC support, or future memory upgrades for gaming, content creation, virtualization, or professional applications.

Score components:

36.0%

4.9

Maximum memory capacity

34.0%

DDR memory version

20.0%

1.0

Memory slots

7.0%

Maximum RAM speed

2.0%

ECC memory support

1.0%

Maximum overclocked RAM speed

6.3

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the motherboard supports, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the board to match a certain memory platform.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: DDR5

Memory slots

What it is: The number of RAM slots on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want more room for future memory upgrades.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=4

Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of RAM the motherboard supports.

When it matters: When you plan a build with very high memory capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

Memory channels

What it is: The memory channel configuration supported by the motherboard platform.

When it matters: When memory bandwidth matters for your build.

Importance: LOW

Maximum RAM speed

What it is: The highest officially supported memory speed for the motherboard.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=6400 MT/s

Storage

What it is: An assessment of storage connectivity and array options, including SATA, M.2, U.2, and mSATA support, slot interfaces, and RAID capabilities for SSD and hard-drive configurations.

When it matters: When you plan to use multiple SSDs or hard drives and need the right mix of SATA, M.2, RAID, and high-speed storage interfaces for your system.

Score components:

49.0%

5.5

N. of M.2 sockets

20.0%

7.9

M.2 slot interface per slot

13.0%

NVMe RAID support

9.0%

Supported RAID levels

5.0%

N. of U.2 sockets

2.0%

3.3

N. of SATA 3 connectors

2.0%

N. of SATA 2 connectors

7.0

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N. of M.2 sockets

What it is: The number of M.2 slots available on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want room for more NVMe or M.2 drives.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=3

M.2 slot interface per slot

What it is: The storage or PCIe interface available for each M.2 slot on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want to check which drives each M.2 slot can use.

Importance: MEDIUM

N. of SATA 3 connectors

What it is: The number of SATA 6Gb/s connectors on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you plan to connect multiple SATA drives.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=6

Supported RAID levels

What it is: The RAID modes officially supported by the motherboard storage platform.

When it matters: When you plan to use multiple drives in a RAID setup.

Importance: LOW

NVMe RAID support

What it is: Shows whether the board supports RAID configurations that use NVMe SSDs.

When it matters: When you plan to use multiple NVMe drives in RAID.

Importance: MEDIUM

Expansion

What it is: A breakdown of the motherboard's expansion layout, including PCIe slot counts, lane configurations, generation support, bifurcation options, and multi-GPU compatibility for add-in cards and high-bandwidth devices.

When it matters: When you need enough PCIe bandwidth, slot layout, and card compatibility for GPUs, capture cards, storage add-ins, or other expansion hardware.

Score components:

20.0%

N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots

14.0%

4.3

PCIe slot electrical configuration

14.0%

N. of PCIe x8 slots

13.0%

PCIe bifurcation support

10.0%

N. of PCIe 4.0 x16 slots

7.0%

4.0

Multi-GPU support

7.0%

1.0

N. of PCIe x4 slots

6.0%

N. of PCI slots

5.0%

1.0

N. of PCIe x1 slots

3.0%

N. of PCIe 2.0 x16 slots

1.0%

1.0

N. of PCIe 3.0 x16 slots

6.9

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N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots

What it is: The number of PCIe 5.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want the newest high-bandwidth expansion slots.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=1

N. of PCIe 4.0 x16 slots

What it is: The number of PCIe 4.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want more room for modern expansion cards.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=1

N. of PCIe 3.0 x16 slots

What it is: The number of PCIe 3.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need more full-length expansion slots.

Importance: LOW

PCIe slot electrical configuration

What it is: The actual lane wiring used by the motherboard PCIe slots.

When it matters: When you need to know how much bandwidth each slot really gets.

Importance: LOW

PCIe bifurcation support

What it is: Shows whether the board can split PCIe lanes across multiple devices from one slot or link.

When it matters: When you plan multi-SSD adapters or more advanced expansion setups.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Ports & USB

What it is: An examination of rear I/O and internal header connectivity, covering USB type and speed coverage, display outputs, legacy ports, Thunderbolt-related support, and the total mix of external and front-panel connections available.

When it matters: When your setup depends on having the right rear ports, internal headers, and USB speeds for peripherals, displays, front-panel connectors, and external devices.

Score components:

23.0%

5.5

Total USB ports (rear I/O)

17.0%

7.0

N. of USB 3.2 Gen2 ports (USB-A)

12.0%

1.0

Total USB-C ports (rear I/O)

11.0%

6.6

Total USB ports (including headers)

7.0%

1.0

N. of USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C)

7.0%

N. of USB4 20Gbps ports (USB-C)

4.0%

1.0

N. of USB 3.2 Gen2 ports (USB-C)

4.0%

5.5

N. of USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (USB-A)

3.0%

4.0

Total USB-C ports (including headers)

3.0%

1.0

N. of USB 3.2 Gen1 headers (USB-A)

2.0%

N. of USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (USB-C)

2.0%

N. of USB 2.0 headers (USB-A)

1.0%

N. of USB4 40Gbps ports (USB-C)

1.0%

N. of USB4 / Thunderbolt headers (USB-C)

1.0%

1.0

N. of USB 3.2 Gen2 headers (USB-C)

1.0%

N. of Thunderbolt 3 ports

1.0%

N. of DisplayPort outputs

4.7

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Total USB ports (rear I/O)

What it is: The total number of rear USB ports available on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you use many USB devices directly from the back of the PC.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=8

Total USB ports (including headers)

What it is: The total number of USB ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.

When it matters: When you want to know the board's full USB expansion potential.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=14

Total USB-C ports (rear I/O)

What it is: The total number of rear USB-C ports on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want more USB-C devices connected without adapters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=1

Total USB-C ports (including headers)

What it is: The total number of USB-C ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.

When it matters: When you want more USB-C connectivity across the whole build.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

N. of USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C)

What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C ports on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want very fast USB-C connectivity on the rear I/O.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=1

Network

What it is: A review of wired and wireless networking features, including LAN controller choice, Ethernet speed, onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, antenna accessories, and wake-on-LAN capabilities.

When it matters: When you need reliable wired or wireless connectivity with the right Ethernet speed, onboard Wi-Fi features, Bluetooth support, and network convenience options.

Score components:

33.0%

10.0

LAN speed

25.0%

7.6

Wi-Fi version

13.0%

4.8

LAN controller

12.0%

N. of RJ45 ports

7.0%

Wi-Fi connectivity

6.0%

Wi-Fi antenna included

2.0%

Bluetooth connectivity

1.0%

9.4

Bluetooth version

1.0%

Wake-on-LAN

8.5

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LAN speed

What it is: The maximum wired Ethernet speed supported by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want faster wired networking.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 2.5GbE

LAN controller

What it is: The model of onboard Ethernet controller used by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you compare networking hardware quality and features.

Importance: MEDIUM

N. of RJ45 ports

What it is: The number of wired Ethernet ports on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need one or more wired network connections.

Importance: MEDIUM

Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes onboard Wi-Fi hardware instead of requiring a separate adapter.

When it matters: When you want wireless networking without adding an extra card.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Wi-Fi version

What it is: The supported Wi-Fi generation, such as Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7.

When it matters: When you care about wireless speed and router compatibility.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Audio

What it is: An analysis of the integrated audio implementation, including codec quality, channel support, rear and front audio connectivity, digital audio outputs, amplifier support, and measured signal characteristics such as SNR.

When it matters: When onboard sound quality, audio outputs, microphone handling, or isolation features matter for gaming, calls, streaming, music, or creative work without a separate sound card.

Score components:

35.0%

5.8

Audio codec

22.0%

Audio SNR

12.0%

Audio channels

10.0%

Headphone amp support

10.0%

Front-panel audio header

4.0%

4.0

N. of 3.5mm audio jacks

3.0%

Line-out (rear, 3.5mm)

1.0%

Dedicated microphone input (rear, 3.5mm)

1.0%

Line-in (rear, 3.5mm)

1.0%

4.0

Optical S/PDIF out (TOSLINK)

1.0%

4.0

Coaxial S/PDIF out (RCA)

8.0

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Audio codec

What it is: The onboard audio codec used by the motherboard.

When it matters: When sound quality from the built-in audio matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Audio channels

What it is: The audio channel configuration supported by the onboard sound solution.

When it matters: When you want surround sound from the motherboard audio outputs.

Importance: LOW

Good value: 7.1

Audio SNR

What it is: The signal-to-noise ratio of the onboard audio solution.

When it matters: When you care about cleaner onboard audio output.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=120 dB

Headphone amp support

What it is: Shows whether the onboard audio path includes dedicated headphone amplification for harder-to-drive headsets.

When it matters: When you use harder-to-drive headphones from the onboard audio.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

N. of 3.5mm audio jacks

What it is: The number of rear 3.5mm audio jacks on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want more analog audio connection options.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5

Power & Cooling

What it is: A summary of the board's power delivery and thermal-management hardware, covering VRM design, CPU power connectors, fan and pump headers, chipset cooling, RGB control, and key physical dimensions that affect installation and cooling setup.

When it matters: When stable power delivery, fan and pump connectivity, thermal control, and physical fit are important for high-performance CPUs, quiet operation, or demanding cooling setups.

Score components:

33.0%

6.0

VRM phases

17.0%

Chipset cooling type

13.0%

1.0

N. of CPU power connectors

12.0%

4.0

N. of fan headers

9.0%

4.0

Pump header

8.0%

7.0

N. of ARGB headers (3-pin)

4.0%

1.0

N. of RGB headers (4-pin)

2.0%

4.0

Pump header max current

2.0%

Onboard RGB lighting

5.5

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VRM phases

What it is: The number of power-delivery phases used by the motherboard VRM.

When it matters: When you care about CPU power delivery and overclocking headroom.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=12

N. of CPU power connectors

What it is: The number of CPU power connectors on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you care about power delivery for higher-end CPUs.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

N. of fan headers

What it is: The number of headers available for case or CPU fans.

When it matters: When your build uses several fans.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=6

Pump header

What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes a dedicated header designed for a liquid-cooling pump.

When it matters: When you build with an AIO or custom liquid cooling loop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Pump header max current

What it is: The maximum current the dedicated pump header can supply.

When it matters: When you want to make sure the pump header can power your cooling setup.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2 A

ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi vs the average motherboard

Why is ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi better than the average motherboard?

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newer CPU socket
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (AM5 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.
What it is: The socket type the motherboard is built to support.
When it matters: When you need the motherboard to match a specific CPU.
Importance: HIGH
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (AM5 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.AM5 vs LGA 1151
newer DDR memory generation
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
What it is: The RAM generation the motherboard supports, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the board to match a certain memory platform.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: DDR5
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.DDR5 vs DDR4
1 more PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 5.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot/s.
What it is: The number of PCIe 5.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want the newest high-bandwidth expansion slots.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=1
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 5.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot/s.1 vs 0
Integrated I/O shield
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
What it is: Shows whether the rear I/O shield comes pre-mounted on the motherboard instead of being installed separately.
When it matters: When you want an easier motherboard installation process.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
77.5% higher maximum RAM speed
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has a higher maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (8,400 MT/s vs 4,733 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,733 MT/s.
What it is: The highest officially supported memory speed for the motherboard.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=6400 MT/s
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has a higher maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (8,400 MT/s vs 4,733 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,733 MT/s.8,400 MT/s vs 4,733 MT/s
1 more PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 4.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 4.0 x16 slot/s.
runs at x4 mode
What it is: The number of PCIe 4.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more room for modern expansion cards.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=1
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 4.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 4.0 x16 slot/s.1 vs 0
1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want faster USB-A ports for storage or accessories.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=2
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.2 vs 1
Supports ECC memory
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi supports ECC memory, while the average motherboard does not. 21% of motherboards support ECC memory.
supports ECC unbuffered memory.
What it is: Shows whether the motherboard can work with ECC memory on supported CPU and platform combinations.
When it matters: When stability and error correction matter in your system.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi supports ECC memory, while the average motherboard does not. 21% of motherboards support ECC memory.
newer CPU socket
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (AM5 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.
Integrated I/O shield
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
4 newer release date
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has a newer release date than the average motherboard (2025 vs 2021). The average motherboard was released in 2021.
newer DDR memory generation
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
77.5% higher maximum RAM speed
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has a higher maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (8,400 MT/s vs 4,733 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,733 MT/s.
Supports ECC memory
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi supports ECC memory, while the average motherboard does not. 21% of motherboards support ECC memory.
94.6% higher overclocked RAM speed
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has a higher overclocked RAM speed than the average motherboard (9,600 MT/s vs 4,933 MT/s). The average motherboard supports overclocked RAM speed of 4,933 MT/s.
1 more PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 5.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot/s.
1 more PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 4.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 4.0 x16 slot/s.
1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
1 more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB4 or Thunderbolt header/s.
2 more USB 2.0 ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more USB 2.0 ports than the average motherboard (4 vs 2). The average motherboard has 2 USB 2.0 port/s.
Supports Bluetooth
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi supports Bluetooth, while the average motherboard does not. 48.9% of motherboards support Bluetooth.
newer Wi-Fi standard
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has newer Wi-Fi standard than the average motherboard (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average motherboard supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Wi-Fi.
61 mm shorter
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi is shorter than the average motherboard (244 mm vs 305 mm). The average motherboard height is 305 mm.

Why is ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi worse than the average motherboard?

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older CPU platform
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi uses the AMD CPU platform compared to Intel on the average motherboard. The average motherboard uses Intel CPU platform.
less versatile form factor
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has less versatile form factor than the average motherboard (microATX vs ATX). The average motherboard comes in ATX form factor.
Back-connect / BTF layout requires a compatible case.
fewer useful accessories
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer useful accessories than the average motherboard (2x SATA cables, Wi-Fi antenna, M.2 kit vs 2x SATA cables, Wi-Fi antenna, M.2 kit, front-panel adapter, RGB cable). The average motherboard comes with 2x SATA cables, Wi-Fi antenna, M.2 kit, front-panel adapter, RGB cable.
2 fewer memory slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.
slower M.2 slot interfaces
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has slower M.2 slot interfaces than the average motherboard (1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4 vs 1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 2x PCIe 4.0 x4). The average motherboard uses 1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 2x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slot interfaces.
less flexible PCIe lane configuration
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has less flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x8/x4 vs x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4). The average motherboard uses x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4 PCIe slot lane configuration.
No multi-GPU support
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
1 fewer PCIe x1 slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer PCIe x1 slots than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe x1 slot/s.
1 fewer PCIe 3.0 x16 slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer PCIe 3.0 x16 slots than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe 3.0 x16 slot/s.
runs at x4 mode
1 fewer rear USB-C ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.
2 fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 port/s.
1 fewer PS/2 ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer PS/2 ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PS/2 port/s.
more basic audio codec
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC887 vs Realtek ALC897). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC897 audio codec.
2 fewer 3.5mm audio jacks
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (3 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks.
No optical S/PDIF out
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not have optical S/PDIF out, while the average motherboard does. 55.8% of motherboards include optical S/PDIF out.
No pump header
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not have a pump header, while the average motherboard does. 78.1% of motherboards include a pump header.
1.5 fewer fan headers
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (4 vs 5.5). The average motherboard has 5.5 fan header/s.
1 fewer RGB headers
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer RGB headers than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 RGB header/s.
1 A lower pump header current limit
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has a lower pump header current than the average motherboard (1 A vs 2 A). The average motherboard provides pump header current of 2 A.
2 fewer memory slots
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.
What it is: The number of RAM slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more room for future memory upgrades.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=4
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.2 vs 4
less flexible PCIe lane configuration
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has less flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x8/x4 vs x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4). The average motherboard uses x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4 PCIe slot lane configuration.
What it is: The actual lane wiring used by the motherboard PCIe slots.
When it matters: When you need to know how much bandwidth each slot really gets.
Importance: LOW
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has less flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x8/x4 vs x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4). The average motherboard uses x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4 PCIe slot lane configuration.x8/x4 vs x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4
1 fewer rear USB-C ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.
What it is: The total number of rear USB-C ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more USB-C devices connected without adapters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=1
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.0 vs 1
2 fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 port/s.
What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more standard USB ports with faster transfer speeds.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=4
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 port/s.2 vs 4
No multi-GPU support
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
What it is: Shows whether the board can run more than one graphics card in a supported multi-GPU configuration.
When it matters: When you plan to run more than one graphics card.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
No pump header
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not have a pump header, while the average motherboard does. 78.1% of motherboards include a pump header.
What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes a dedicated header designed for a liquid-cooling pump.
When it matters: When you build with an AIO or custom liquid cooling loop.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi does not have a pump header, while the average motherboard does. 78.1% of motherboards include a pump header.
more basic audio codec
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC887 vs Realtek ALC897). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC897 audio codec.
What it is: The onboard audio codec used by the motherboard.
When it matters: When sound quality from the built-in audio matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC887 vs Realtek ALC897). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC897 audio codec.Realtek ALC887 vs Realtek ALC897
1.5 fewer fan headers
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (4 vs 5.5). The average motherboard has 5.5 fan header/s.
What it is: The number of headers available for case or CPU fans.
When it matters: When your build uses several fans.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=6
ASUS B850M AYW Gaming WiFi has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (4 vs 5.5). The average motherboard has 5.5 fan header/s.4 vs 5.5