Description

The ASUS PRIME B460M-A is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for Intel’s 10th generation Core processors, offering a balanced mix of essential features for home, office, and light gaming builds. Built on the Intel B460 chipset, this motherboard provides solid performance, reliability, and expandability, making it an ideal choice for users who want a cost-effective solution without compromising on quality or basic features.

The PRIME B460M-A supports up to 128GB of DDR4 memory, has dual M.2 slots for high-speed SSD storage, and is equipped with multiple PCIe slots for expansion options. It features comprehensive cooling and fan control systems, ensuring that your build runs efficiently and stays cool under load. Additionally, with ASUS’s 5X Protection III suite, the board is engineered for long-term reliability and protection against various hazards.

This motherboard is also designed for users who appreciate a clean aesthetic, with options for personalization via ASUS Aura Sync RGB headers for adding lighting components to your build.

Key Features:

• Micro-ATX form factor for compact yet feature-rich builds.
• Intel B460 chipset supporting 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
• Dual M.2 slots for fast NVMe SSD storage.
• Comprehensive cooling system with multiple fan headers and fan control via Fan Xpert.
• 5X Protection III for enhanced durability and protection against electrical surges, overvoltage, and overcurrent.

Specifications:

• Form Factor: Micro-ATX (24.4cm x 24.4cm)
• CPU Support:
  • 10th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors
  • LGA 1200 socket
• Chipset: Intel B460
• Memory:
  • 4 x DIMM slots, supporting up to 128GB DDR4
  • Memory speeds: DDR4 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz (dependent on CPU type)
  • Dual-channel memory architecture
  • Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) support
• Expansion Slots:
  • 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot
  • 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots
• Storage:
  • 2 x M.2 slots (1 x M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA mode, 1 x M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4)
  • 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• Networking:
  • Intel I219-V Gigabit Ethernet
• Audio:
  • Realtek ALC887 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
  • Audio shielding and separate PCB layers for left and right channels
• USB Ports:
  • Rear I/O:
    • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
    • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
    • 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A
    • 1 x DVI-D, 1 x HDMI
  • Internal connectors:
    • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers (supporting 2 ports)
    • 2 x USB 2.0 headers (supporting 4 ports)
• Cooling:
  • 1 x CPU fan header
  • 2 x chassis fan headers
  • Fan Xpert software for fan control
• Power Delivery:
  • ASUS DIGI+ VRM
  • 6+1 DrMOS power stages
• RGB Lighting:
  • Aura Sync RGB headers for connecting and synchronizing additional RGB components
• Protection Features:
  • 5X Protection III:
    • SafeSlot Core
    • LANGuard
    • Overvoltage protection
    • DIGI+ VRM protection
    • Stainless-steel back I/O
    • ESD Guards
• Operating System Support:
  • Windows 10 64-bit

Applications:

• Home and office PC builds
• Light gaming setups
• Entry-level content creation systems

The ASUS PRIME B460M-A provides a reliable and efficient platform for users who need essential features for productivity, light gaming, and multimedia. Its compact micro-ATX form factor and versatile expansion options make it a solid choice for a variety of builds.