MSI B850 GAMING PLUS WIFI PZ ATX Gaming Motherboard

The MSI B850 GAMING PLUS WIFI PZ delivers extensive connectivity and premium performance for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series processors. This ATX motherboard combines cutting-edge technology with practical design features for serious gaming and AI-powered computing.

Advanced Power Delivery and Cooling

Built on a 12+2+1 Duet Rail Power System with dual 8-pin CPU power connectors and a 6-layer PCB constructed with 2oz thickened copper, this motherboard handles demanding workloads with stability. The Frozr Guard extended heatsink design features MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK, additional choke thermal pads, and M.2 Shield Frozr to prevent throttling during intensive gaming sessions.

DDR5 Memory Performance

Four DDR5 DIMM slots support dual-channel memory up to 8200+MT/s (OC) with a maximum capacity of 256GB. Memory Boost technology and AMD EXPO support ensure optimal performance from your DDR5 modules, including CUDIMM compatibility in Clock Driver bypass mode.

Back-Connect Design for Clean Builds

The innovative back-connect layout relocates motherboard power, CPU power, fan headers, SATA, and other connectors to the rear of the PCB. This design simplifies cable management and creates a cleaner aesthetic for your system build.

Lightning Gen 5 Storage and Expansion

Three M.2 slots accommodate high-speed NVMe SSDs, with the primary M.2_1 slot supporting PCIe 5.0 x4 for up to 128GB/s bandwidth on Ryzen 9000 and 7000 series processors. The PCIe 5.0 x16 slot handles the latest graphics cards, while EZ PCIe Clip II enables single-finger GPU removal even in cramped cases.

Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN Connectivity

Pre-installed Wi-Fi 7 module delivers up to 5.8Gbps wireless speeds with 320MHz channel support, 2.4 times faster than Wi-Fi 6E. The premium 5G LAN controller provides stable wired networking for competitive gaming and content creation. Bluetooth 5.4 with MLO and 4KQAM support rounds out the wireless capabilities.

AI-Enhanced Features

MSI's AI Engine optimizes application performance automatically, while AI LAN Manager reduces latency for seamless online experiences. Frozr AI Cooling monitors CPU and GPU temperatures to adjust fan speeds intelligently, and AI Boost overclocks the NPU for enhanced AI workload performance.

Comprehensive I/O and EZ DIY Features

The rear panel includes two USB 10Gbps Type-C ports, DisplayPort 1.2, and 7.1-channel audio with Realtek ALC897 codec. Internal headers support up to four USB 5Gbps Type-A ports and one USB 5Gbps Type-C on the front panel. EZ M.2 Clip II enables tool-free SSD installation, while the pre-installed I/O shield streamlines the build process.

Package Contents

Includes Quick Installation Guide, EZ Wi-Fi Antenna, SATA cables, three EZ M.2 Clip II fasteners with remover tool, and 1-to-2 EZ Conn-Cable. Backed by a 3-year warranty.