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ASUS Prime B550M-A

ASUS Prime B550M-A

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  • Lowest price today: $111.55 at Newegg (checked Nov 10, 2026).
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  • Our take on the ASUS Prime B550M-A

    The ASUS Prime B550M-A is a micro-ATX motherboard for AMD Socket AM4 Ryzen CPUs, built on the B550 chipset. It covers the essentials for a compact build: four DDR4 slots, two M.2 slots, PCIe 4.0 on the main x16 slot and the primary M.2, plus HDMI 2.1 and DVI outputs for CPUs with integrated graphics. It sits in the budget-to-mid range of B550 boards, where rivals often add more fan headers, USB ports or a second full-length PCIe slot. Reviewers treat it as a dependable no-frills board for office, media and light gaming builds, not a board for heavy overclocking or big expansion plans.

    Best forCompact micro-ATX gaming or office buildsRyzen 5000 and 3000 owners on a budgetBuilds needing two M.2 drivesMedia PCs using integrated graphics
    Pros
    • Two M.2 slots, including one PCIe 4.0
    • Four DDR4 slots with headroom to 4400 MHz
    • HDMI 2.1 and DVI outputs for APU builds
    • PCIe 4.0 x16 slot for current graphics cards
    • Micro-ATX size fits smaller cases
    Cons
    • Only two 4-pin fan headers
    • No USB-C header for front-panel ports
    • Single PCIe x16 slot limits multi-card use
    • No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth built in
    • Basic VRM cooling suits stock speeds, not heavy overclocking

    ASUS Prime B550M-A prices at every store

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    ASUS Prime B550M-A price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $111.55 on Nov 10 at Newegg. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.

    What reviewers say

    Owners describe the Prime B550M-A as a solid, affordable board that boots reliably and handles Ryzen 5000 chips without fuss. Praise centers on the dual M.2 slots and easy setup; complaints focus on the sparse fan headers and the lack of a front USB-C header.

    What people mention
    • M.2 slotsPraisedOwners like having two M.2 slots, one of them PCIe 4.0, for fast storage without adapters.
    • Fan headersCriticisedBuyers say two 4-pin headers are not enough for cases with several fans.
    • USB-C headerCriticisedReviewers note there is no internal USB-C header, so front-panel USB-C ports go unused.
    • SetupPraisedBuilders report an easy build and a BIOS that detects Ryzen CPUs and memory without trouble.
    • ExpansionMixedThe single x16 slot and two x1 slots are fine for most builds but limit add-in cards.

    Specifications

    Connections
    USB-C, 1/8" Headphone Jack, HDMI, USB-A, PS/2, DVI, RJ45 (LAN)Source
    Bluetooth
    NoSource
    Internal Connections
    SATA, M.2Source
    M.2 Form Factor
    2280, 2242, 2260, 22110Source

    Questions and answers

    Does the ASUS Prime B550M-A support Ryzen 5000?
    Yes. It supports Ryzen 3, 5, 7 and 9 on Socket AM4, including the 5000 series. A BIOS update may be needed on older stock for the newest chips.
    How many M.2 drives can I install?
    Two. The primary slot runs PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 5000 and 3000 CPUs; the second is PCIe 3.0. Both accept 2242 to 22110 length drives.
    Does it have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth?
    No. Networking is wired only through the RJ45 LAN port. You need a USB or PCIe Wi-Fi card for wireless.
    Can I use it without a graphics card?
    Only with a Ryzen CPU that has integrated graphics, such as a G-series chip. The HDMI 2.1 and DVI ports then drive a display.
    Is it good for overclocking?
    It handles mild memory and CPU tuning, but the VRM cooling and two fan headers suit stock or light overclocking rather than heavy sustained loads.
    What form factor cases does it fit?
    It is micro-ATX, so it fits micro-ATX and ATX cases. It will not fit mini-ITX cases.
    Where is the ASUS Prime B550M-A cheapest?
    At Newegg, for $111.55, as of our latest check.
    What do buyers say about the ASUS Prime B550M-A?
    Rated 4 out of 5 from 1 ratings.
    Where can I buy the ASUS Prime B550M-A?
    2 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg, Asus.

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    Processor
    AMDSource
    Chipset
    AMD B550Source
    Memory Slots
    4Source
    Number of PCIe x1 (pcs)
    2Source
    Memory Type
    DDR4Source
    Memory Speed (max) (MHz)
    4400Source
    Processor Support AMD
    Ryzen 9, Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7Source
    M.2
    YesSource
    Number of DVI (pcs)
    1Source
    No. of HDMI (pcs)
    1Source
    Integrated Processor
    NoSource
    Form Factor
    Micro-ATXSource
    HDMI Version
    2.1Source
    Expansion Slots
    PCIe x16, PCIe x1Source
    M.2 Key Type
    M KeySource
    U.2
    NoSource
    Number of PCIe x16 (pcs)
    1Source
    Number of PS/2 (pcs)
    1Source
    RAID Controller
    YesSource
    Type of RAID
    RAID 10, RAID 0, RAID 1Source