GIGABYTE B650 GAMING X AX V2 Motherboard (AMD AM5)
The GIGABYTE B650 GAMING X AX V2 is an AMD Socket AM5 gaming motherboard designed for AMD Ryzen 7000 and Ryzen 8000 Series processors, combining powerful VRM design, DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 storage, next‑gen networking, and advanced cooling controls.
Key Features
- AMD Socket AM5 Compatibility
- Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
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Supports AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Processors
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Direct Digital VRM
- 8+2+2 phases digital VRM solution
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Designed to help ensure stable power delivery for modern AMD CPUs
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High-Speed DDR5 Memory
- Dual channel DDR5 architecture
- 4 x SMD DIMM slots
- Supports AMD EXPO & Intel XMP memory modules
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DDR5 EXPO & XMP overclocking support up to 8000 and beyond
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SuperSpeed M.2 Storage
- 1 x PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 connector
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2 x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connectors
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Advanced Thermal Design
- Fully covered MOSFET heatsink
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M.2 Thermal Guard to help maintain VRM stability and 25110 M.2 SSD performance
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EZ-Latch PCIe
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PCIe x16 slot with quick-release design for easier graphics card installation/removal
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Fast Networking
- 2.5GbE LAN
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Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax wireless
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Extended Connectivity
- DisplayPort, HDMI
- Rear USB-C 10Gb/s
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Front USB-C 20Gb/s
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Smart Fan 6 Cooling Control
- Multiple temperature sensors
- Hybrid fan headers with FAN STOP
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Advanced fan curve tuning in BIOS
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Q-Flash Plus
- Update BIOS without installing CPU, memory, or graphics card
Wi-Fi 6E & 2.5GbE Networking
- 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E
- New dedicated 6 GHz band
- Enables gigabit-class wireless performance
- Aims for smooth video streaming, better gaming experience, fewer dropped connections, and speeds up to 2.4 Gbps
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Bluetooth 5 offers 4X range over BT 4.2 with faster transmission
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2.5GbE LAN
- Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps / 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps)
- Designed for lightning-fast speeds and minimal lag for gaming
PCIe 4.0 Hardware Design
GIGABYTE B650 motherboards are ready for PCIe 4.0 devices, which are expected to deliver up to twice the bandwidth of PCIe 3.0 devices. GIGABYTE uses low-impedance PCB design to help maintain signal integrity and performance.
Hi-Fi Audio
- High-End Audio Capacitors
- High-quality capacitors for high-resolution, high-fidelity audio
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Designed to deliver realistic sound effects for gamers
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Audio Noise Guard
- PCB-level isolation of sensitive analog audio components from potential noise
Smart Fan 6 Cooling Features
Smart Fan 6 provides advanced cooling management to keep gaming systems cool and quiet.
Core Cooling Functions
- High Current Support
- Each fan header supports PWM and DC fans and water cooling pumps
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Up to 24W (12V x 2A) per header with over-current protection
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Precision Control
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Multiple temperature and fan-speed control points for precise fan curves
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Dual Curve Mode
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Slope (linear) and Stair (non-linear) modes for different user scenarios
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Fan Stop
- Fans can stop completely below user-defined temperature thresholds
Smart Fan 6 BIOS UI Enhancements
- Increased control points from 5 to 7
- Larger fan speed graph for more precise control
- Quick switching between Slope and Stair modes
- Manual speed input for advanced users
- EZ Tuning with 4 customizable points to auto-generate curves
- Fan curve profiles can be saved in BIOS ROM and retained after BIOS updates
Specifications
General
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
| Supported CPUs | AMD Ryzen 7000 / Ryzen 8000 Series Processors |
| Chipset | AMD B650 |
| Form Factor | ATX (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit |
Memory
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Supported Speeds | DDR5 6400(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5200 / 4800 / 4400 MT/s |
| Slots | 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets |
| Max Capacity | Up to 192 GB (48 GB per DIMM) |
| Channel Architecture | Dual channel |
| Module Support | Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8 / 2Rx8 / 1Rx16 |
| Overclocking Profiles | AMD EXPO & Intel XMP support |
Onboard Graphics
| Output | Max Resolution |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 3840 x 2160 @ 144 Hz |
| HDMI | 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
- Integrated Graphics Processor: AMD Radeon Graphics support (CPU dependent)
Audio
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Codec | Realtek Audio CODEC |
| Audio Channels | 2 / 4 / 5.1 / 7.1-channel |
| Enhancements | High-end audio capacitors, Audio Noise Guard |
LAN & Wireless
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Wired LAN | Realtek 2.5GbE LAN (2.5 Gbps / 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps) |
| Wireless (PCB rev. 1.0) | Realtek Wi-Fi 6E RTL8852CE, WiFi a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5/6 GHz, BT 5.3, 11ax 160 MHz |
| Wireless (PCB rev. 1.1) | AMD Wi-Fi 6E RZ616 (MT7922A22M), WiFi a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5/6 GHz, BT 5.2, 11ax 160 MHz |
Expansion Slots
| Slot | Source | Standard | Mode / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x PCIEX16 | CPU | PCIe 4.0 | Ryzen 7000: x16; Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1: x8; Phoenix 2: x4 |
| 2 x PCIEX1 (PCIEX1_1/2) | Chipset | PCIe 3.0 | x1 mode |
- PCIEX16 slot supports either a graphics card or an NVMe SSD.
- For single graphics card setups, install in PCIEX16 slot.
Storage
| Connector | Source | Type | Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x M2A_CPU | CPU | M.2 Socket 3, M key, 25110/2580 | Ryzen 7000: PCIe 5.0 x4/x2; Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1/2: PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 |
| 1 x M2B_CPU | CPU | M.2 Socket 3, M key, 25110/2580 | Ryzen 7000: PCIe 4.0 x4/x2; Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1: PCIe 4.0 x4/x2; Phoenix 2: PCIe 4.0 x2 |
| 1 x M2C_SB | Chipset | M.2 Socket 3, M key, 25110/2580 | PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 |
| 4 x SATA 6Gb/s | Chipset | SATA | SATA 6Gb/s |
RAID Support
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 for NVMe SSDs
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 for SATA devices
USB Connectivity
CPU
- Rear:
- 1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red)
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1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
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CPU + USB 2.0 Hub:
- 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear)
Chipset
- Internal:
- 1 x USB Type-C header (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (2 ports)
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2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers (4 ports)
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Rear (Chipset-sourced):
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
Internal I/O Connectors
- Power:
- 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
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1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
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Cooling:
- 1 x CPU fan header
- 1 x water cooling CPU fan header
- 2 x system fan headers
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1 x system fan / water cooling pump header
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RGB & LED:
- 2 x addressable LED strip headers
- 2 x RGB LED strip headers
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1 x CPU cooler LED strip / RGB LED strip header
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Storage:
- 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
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4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
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Front Panel & Audio:
- 1 x front panel header
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1 x front panel audio header
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USB:
- 1 x USB Type-C header (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
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2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
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Other:
- 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (for GC-TPM2.0 SPI series modules)
- 1 x serial port header
- 1 x reset button
- 1 x reset jumper
- 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel Connectors
- 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
- 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
- 1 x DisplayPort
- 1 x HDMI port
- 1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red)
- 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
- 1 x RJ-45 (2.5GbE LAN)
- 3 x audio jacks
I/O Controller & Monitoring
- iTE I/O Controller Chip
H/W Monitoring
- Voltage detection
- Temperature detection
- Fan speed detection
- Water cooling flow rate detection
- Fan fail warning
- Fan speed control
BIOS
- 1 x 256 Mbit flash
- Licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
- Support for: PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features & Software
- Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
- Support for Q-Flash
- Support for Q-Flash Plus
Bundled Software
- Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
- LAN bandwidth management software
The GIGABYTE B650 GAMING X AX V2 delivers a feature-rich AM5 platform with strong power delivery, DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 storage, Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5GbE LAN, and extensive cooling controls, making it a versatile foundation for modern AMD gaming and performance builds.
