Motherboards

B550 AORUS ELITE V2

Model B550 AORUS ELITE V2

AMD B550 ATX motherboard for Socket AM4 processors, with 4 DDR4 slots (up to 128 GB) and 2.5 GbE LAN.

Socket
AM4
Chipset
AMD B550
Form factor
ATX
Memory
4 x DDR4, up to 128 GB
LAN
2.5 GbE

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ Ryzen 5000 G-Series/ Ryzen 4000 G-Series/ Ryzen 3000 and Ryzen 3000 G-Series Processors
  • Dual Channel ECC/ Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
  • 12+2 Phases Digital Twin Power Design with 50A DrMOS
  • Advanced Thermal Design with Enlarged Surface Heatsinks
  • Ultra Durable PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot
  • Two NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2 slots with Dual Thermal Guards

Platform

Socket
AM4
Chipset
AMD B550
Form factor
ATX 30.5 x 24.4 cm
Memory
DDR4
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 128 GB
  • Up to 4733 MHz (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • AMD Ryzen 5000 series
  • Ryzen 5000 G-series
  • Ryzen 4000 G-series, Ryzen 3000 series and Ryzen 3000 G-series processors
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, integrated in the CPU:, AMD Ryzen 5000 Series* and Ryzen 3000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode, AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series Processors support PCIe 3.0 x16 mode
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, integrated in the Chipset:, Supporting PCIe 3.0 x2 mode
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, integrated in the Chipset:, Supporting PCIe 3.0 x1 mode
  • 1 x PCIe x1 slot, integrated in the Chipset:, Supporting PCIe 3.0 x1 mode
Storage
2 x M.2
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 4.0 x4
LAN
  • Realtek 2.5GbE LAN (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)
Wireless
Not included
Display outputs
1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
AMD
Socket
AM4
Chipset
B550
Form factor
ATX
Memory
DDR4
Series
AORUS
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
AMD Socket AM4, support for: AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ Ryzen 5000 G-Series/ Ryzen 4000 G-Series, Ryzen 3000 Series and Ryzen 3000 G-Series Processors
Chipset
AMD B550
Memory
4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memorySupport for DDR4 4733(O.C.) / 4600(O.C.) / 4400(O.C.) / 4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C) / 3400(O.C.) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modulesDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules** ECC memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPUSupport for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor:1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 5120x2880@60 Hz* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz* Support for HDMI 2.1 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.Maximum shared memory of 16 GB
Audio
Realtek Audio CODECHigh Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out

Networking

LAN
Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU:, AMD Ryzen 5000 Series* and Ryzen 3000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode, AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series Processors support PCIe 3.0 x16 mode* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX2), integrated in the Chipset:, Supporting PCIe 3.0 x2 mode1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX1_2), integrated in the Chipset:, Supporting PCIe 3.0 x1 mode1 x PCI Express x1 slot (PCIEX1_1), integrated in the Chipset:, Supporting PCIe 3.0 x1 mode
Storage interface
1 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SSDs:, AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/3000 Series Processors support SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs, AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series Processors support SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSDs1 x M.2 connector (M2B_SB), integrated in the Chipset, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SSDs:, Supporting SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSDs4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors, integrated in the Chipset:, Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10

Ports and connectors

USB
CPU:AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/3000 Series Processors support two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelAMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series Processors support two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (red) on the back panel2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panelChipset:1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support, available through the internal USB header1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on the back panel2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 2.0 Hub:4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x CPU fan header1 x water cooling CPU fan header3 x system fan headers1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip header2 x addressable LED strip headers2 x RGB LED strip headers1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module only)1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back panel connectors
1 x DisplayPort1 x HDMI port2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A*/USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (red)* For AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/3000 Series Processors only.3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x RJ-45 port1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector5 x audio jacks
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionOverheating warningFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install.
BIOS
1 x 128 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for APP Center@BIOSEasyTuneRGB FusionSmart BackupSystem Information ViewerSupport for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Q-Flash
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)LAN bandwidth management software
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bitSupport for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
Remark
Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party website.Most hardware/software vendors may no longer offer drivers to support Win9X/ME/2000/XP. If drivers are available from the vendors, we will update them on the GIGABYTE website.

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.

Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for AM4

Coolers whose specifications list socket AM4.

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    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details

Cabinets for ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list ATX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

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Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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