Gigabyte B550 AMD AM4 Socket Motherboard (Micro ATX)
A feature-rich Gigabyte B550 motherboard designed for AMD AM4 builds, offering powerful performance, flexible connectivity, and enhanced cooling and lighting controls.
Key Features
- AMD AM4 Socket
-
Supports:
- AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 4000 G-Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 3000 G-Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 3000 Series Processors
-
Digital 5+3 Phases VRM Solution
- Pure digital PWM design with Low RDS(on) MOSFETs
-
Delivers precise, stable power for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs and supports enhanced performance and scalability
-
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory
-
4 × DIMM slots, up to 128 GB total system memory
-
Ultra-Fast Storage
- Dual M.2 slots, including PCIe 4.0 support
-
RAID 0, 1, 10 for NVMe and SATA devices
-
Fast Networking
- Realtek GbE LAN
- Realtek Wi-Fi RTL8821CE (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual Band)
-
Bluetooth 5.0
-
Advanced Cooling – Smart Fan 6
- Multiple PWM/DC fan and pump headers
- High current support (up to 24 W per header) with over-current protection
- Precision fan curve control with multiple temperature points
- Dual curve mode (Slope/Stair)
-
Fan Stop function at user-defined temperatures
-
Enhanced Graphics & Display
- PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (CPU-dependent) with EZ-Latch quick-release design and reinforced PCIe UD Slot
-
HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 with 4K, HDR, and HDCP 2.3 support
-
RGB FUSION 2.0 Lighting
- Onboard RGB and Addressable LED support
- Supports external 5V addressable LED strips (up to 300 LEDs)
-
Customizable patterns, speeds, and game-interactive lighting
-
High-Quality Audio
- Realtek ALC1220 audio codec
- High-end audio capacitors
-
Audio Noise Guard PCB isolation
-
Ultra Durable Design
- Solid plated ATX 12V 8-pin power connector
-
Q-Flash Plus for BIOS updates without CPU, memory, or graphics card
-
WIFI EZ-Plug
- Quick and easy Wi-Fi antenna installation
AMD StoreMI Technology
GIGABYTE B550 motherboards support AMD StoreMI, an easy-to-use utility that:
- Accelerates traditional storage to reduce boot and load times
- Combines SSD speed with HDD capacity into a single drive
- Enhances read/write performance to approach SSD-like speeds
- Optimizes overall PC responsiveness from startup to application launch
- Learns usage patterns to quickly access key files
- Delivers SSD performance with HDD capacity at an affordable cost
Cooling Technologies – Smart Fan 6
Smart Fan 6 ensures your system stays cool and quiet:
- High Current Support
- Each fan header supports PWM/DC fans and water cooling pumps
-
Up to 24 W (12 V × 2 A) per header with over-current protection
-
Precision Control
-
Multiple temperature and fan speed control points for detailed fan curves
-
Dual Curve Mode
-
Slope and Stair modes for different user scenarios
-
Fan Stop
- Fans can stop completely below a user-defined temperature
Lighting – RGB FUSION 2.0
RGB FUSION 2.0 provides extensive lighting customization:
- Control onboard RGB and external RGB/Addressable LED strips
- Support for external 5V Addressable LED strips with up to 300 LEDs
- New patterns, adjustable speeds, and enhanced Addressable LED support
- Unified control across motherboards, graphics cards, and peripherals
- Profile sharing and a gaming mode for interactive lighting effects
Audio
- Realtek ALC1220 CODEC
- High Definition Audio
- 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel support (configurable via audio software)
-
Back panel line out jack supports DSD audio
-
High-End Audio Capacitors
-
High resolution, high fidelity audio for realistic sound effects
-
Audio Noise Guard
- PCB-level isolation to reduce noise interference
(Graphics and audio channel configuration may vary depending on CPU and software settings.)
Detailed Specifications
General
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AMD Socket AM4 |
| Chipset | AMD B550 |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX, 24.4 cm × 24.4 cm |
| OS Support | Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit |
CPU Support
- AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 4000 G-Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 3000 G-Series Processors
- AMD Ryzen 3000 Series Processors
Memory
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Slots | 4 × DDR4 DIMM sockets |
| Capacity | Up to 128 GB (32 GB per DIMM) |
| Speeds | DDR4 4733(O.C.) / 4600(O.C.) / 4400(O.C.) / 4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MT/s |
| Architecture | Dual channel |
| ECC Support | ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8 / 2Rx8 |
| Non-ECC | Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8 / 2Rx8 / 1Rx16 |
| XMP | Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
(Supported memory types, speeds, and module count depend on CPU and configuration. Refer to GIGABYTE’s Memory Support List.)
Onboard Graphics
(Requires AMD processor with Radeon Graphics)
- DisplayPort
- Max resolution: 5120×2880 @ 60 Hz
-
DisplayPort 1.4, HDCP 2.3, HDR
-
HDMI
- Max resolution: 4096×2160 @ 60 Hz
- HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3, HDR
-
Native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible port
-
Maximum shared memory: 16 GB
(Actual graphics support may vary by CPU.)
Audio
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Codec | Realtek ALC1220 |
| Channels | 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (configurable via software) |
| Features | High-end audio capacitors, Audio Noise Guard, DSD support on back panel line out |
LAN & Wireless
- Wired LAN
- Realtek GbE LAN chip
- 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps / 10 Mbps support
-
Bandwidth management software for improved latency and low ping in crowded networks
-
Wireless Module
- Realtek Wi-Fi RTL8821CE
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual Band 2.4/5 GHz
- Supports 11ac wireless standard
- Bluetooth 5.0
(Actual wireless data rate may vary by environment and equipment.)
Expansion Slots
- CPU
-
1 × PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16)
- Ryzen 5000/3000 Series: PCIe 4.0 x16 mode
- Ryzen 5000 G/4000 G/3000 G Series: PCIe 3.0 x16 mode
- Supports either a graphics card or an NVMe SSD
-
Chipset
- 1 × PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX4), PCIe 3.0, runs at x4
- 1 × PCI Express x1 slot (PCIEX1), PCIe 3.0, runs at x1
If installing only one graphics card, use the PCIEX16 slot.
Storage
| Connector | Interface & Support |
|---|---|
| M2A_CPU | 1 × M.2 Socket 3, M key, type 2280 (CPU-integrated) |
| Ryzen 5000/3000: SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| Ryzen 5000 G/4000 G/3000 G: SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSDs | |
| M2B_SB | 1 × M.2 Socket 3, M key, type 2280 (Chipset) – SATA and PCIe 3.0 x2 SSDs |
| SATA | 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s connectors |
- RAID 0, 1, 10 support for NVMe SSDs
- RAID 0, 1, 10 support for SATA drives
USB
- CPU
-
4 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (rear panel)
-
Chipset
- 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) via internal header
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports via internal header
- 4 × USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 rear, 2 via internal header)
Internal I/O Connectors
- 1 × 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 1 × 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
- 1 × CPU fan header
- 2 × system fan headers
- 2 × addressable LED strip headers
- 2 × RGB LED strip headers
- 1 × CPU cooler LED strip / RGB LED strip header
- 2 × M.2 Socket 3 connectors
- 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s connectors
- 1 × front panel header
- 1 × front panel audio header
- 1 × USB Type-C header (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
- 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
- 1 × USB 2.0/1.1 header
- 1 × Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2×6 pin, GC-TPM2.0_S only)
- 1 × serial port header
- 1 × Clear CMOS jumper
- 1 × Q-Flash Plus button
Back Panel Connectors
- 2 × USB 2.0/1.1 ports
- 1 × PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
- 1 × HDMI port*
- 1 × DisplayPort*
- 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- 1 × RJ-45 LAN port
- 2 × antenna connectors
- 3 × audio jacks
*Actual display output support may vary by CPU.
I/O Controller & Monitoring
- iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware Monitoring:
- Voltage detection
- Temperature detection
- Fan speed detection
- Overheating warning
- Fan fail warning
- Fan speed control (fan-dependent)
BIOS
- 1 × 128 Mbit flash
- AMI UEFI BIOS (licensed)
- Supports: PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Q-Flash Technologies:
- Q-Flash Plus
- Q-Flash
Unique Features
- APP Center Support (availability varies by model and specs):
- @BIOS
- EasyTune
- RGB Fusion
- Smart Backup
- System Information Viewer
Bundled Software
- Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
- LAN bandwidth management software
This Gigabyte B550 AMD AM4 micro ATX motherboard delivers a balanced platform with strong VRM design, dual M.2 storage, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, advanced cooling control, RGB customization, and robust connectivity for modern Ryzen-based systems.
