ASUS PRIME B860-PLUS WIFI Motherboard
The ASUS PRIME B860-PLUS WIFI is a meticulously crafted ATX motherboard that blends performance, innovation, and usability. Powered by the Intel® B860 chipset, it supports the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) with advanced AI readiness and energy-efficient power management. The board features an 8+1+1+1 power stage design with enlarged VRM heatsinks to ensure stable and efficient CPU performance, while ASUS AI Advisor enhances system optimization through intelligent learning and tuning.
With DDR5 support (up to 8666+ MT/s OC), AEMP III technology for enhanced memory performance, and two ultra-fast M.2 slots (PCIe 5.0 x4 and PCIe 4.0 x4), users enjoy exceptional multitasking and responsiveness. Connectivity includes WiFi 6E, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, USB 20Gbps Type-C®, and multiple PCIe 5.0 slots for GPUs and expansion cards.
Built for DIY enthusiasts, it features ASUS EZ PC DIY, a pre-mounted I/O shield, Q-Antenna for fast WiFi setup, and SafeSlot for reinforced PCIe durability. With comprehensive cooling, RGB customization via Aura Sync, and ASUS-exclusive software like Armoury Crate, AI Advisor, and Fan Xpert 2+, the PRIME B860-PLUS WIFI is designed to deliver next-level performance for demanding workloads and immersive computing experiences.
Features
Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) with LGA1851 socket
Intel® B860 Chipset with PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support
8+1+1+1 Power Stages (80A DrMOS) with enlarged VRM heatsinks for stable performance
ASUS AI Solutions with AI Advisor for intelligent optimization
ASUS AEMP III for enhanced DDR5 performance up to 8666+ MT/s (OC)
Dual M.2 slots (PCIe 5.0 x4 + PCIe 4.0 x4) and 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
WiFi 6E and Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet for ultra-fast networking
USB 20Gbps Type-C® for high-speed data transfer
Fan Xpert 2+ and multiple hybrid fan headers for advanced cooling control
Aura Sync RGB and Addressable Gen2 headers for full lighting customization
Pre-mounted I/O shield, Q-Antenna, and SafeSlot PCIe reinforcement for easy, reliable DIY building
ASUS Armoury Crate, DriverHub, and GlideX software for enhanced control and usability
Robust 5X Protection III hardware safeguards for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Categories | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | ASUS PRIME B860-PLUS WIFI |
| Form Factor | ATX (12″ x 9.6″ / 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
| CPU Support | Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA1851 |
| Chipset | Intel® B860 |
| Power Design | 8+1+1+1 Power Stages (80A DrMOS) with enlarged VRM heatsinks |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, up to 256GB DDR5, Dual Channel, AEMP III, DIMM Fit, up to 8666+ MT/s (OC) |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode), 3 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x1 mode) |
| Storage | 2 x M.2 (PCIe 5.0 x4 / PCIe 4.0 x4), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| Graphics Output | 1 x HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (4K@60Hz), 1 x USB Type-C® (DP Alt Mode) |
| Networking | Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard |
| Wireless | WiFi 6E (2×2, 2.4/5/6GHz) + Bluetooth® 5.3 |
| Rear USB Ports | 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C®, 2 x USB 10Gbps Type-A, 1 x USB 5Gbps Type-A, 4 x USB 2.0 |
| Front USB Ports | 1 x USB 5Gbps Type-C®, 1 x USB 5Gbps header (2 ports), 1 x USB 2.0 header (2 ports) |
| Audio | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound HD Audio CODEC, 24-bit/192kHz playback |
| Cooling Features | 1 x CPU Fan, 1 x CPU OPT Fan, 1 x AIO Pump, 4 x Chassis Fan headers |
| RGB Support | 3 x Addressable Gen2 headers, 1 x Aura RGB header |
| Software | ASUS Armoury Crate, AI Advisor, DriverHub, GlideX, Fan Xpert 2+, Norton 360 (trial), Adobe Creative Cloud (trial) |
| Special Features | SafeSlot, Q-Antenna, Q-DIMM, Q-LED, Pre-mounted I/O Shield, ProCool Connector |
| Operating System | Windows 11 (22H2 & later), Windows 10 64-bit (21H2 & later) |
| Included Accessories | 2 x SATA 6Gb/s Cables, 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, M.2 Screws & Rubber Package, Quick Start Guide |
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