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  • 2 x USB 2.0

  • 1 x HDMI™

  • 1 x DVI-D

  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

  • 1 x Intel® I219V 1Gb Ethernet

  • 3 x Audio jacks

  • PCIe 4.0 / 3.0 x16
    ASUS SafeSlot Core

  • Audio Features
    ● Audio Shielding
    ● LED-illuminated audio trace path design
    ● Premium Japanese Audio Capacitors
    ● Dedicated Audio PCB Layers

  • DIGI+ VRM

  • DDR4 2933 MHz

  • Intel® 11th Gen Core™ Processors
    & Intel® 10th Gen Processors
    Intel® LGA 1200 Socket

  • Front USB 3.2 Gen 1

  • IIntel® H470 Chipset

  • M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 dual mode
    Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready

  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

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ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th and 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime B460M-A R2.0 provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

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Tune It Your Way

Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work – maximizing your productivity.

  • Intelligent Control
  • UEFI BIOS
EPU
Fan Xpert
Digi+ VRM Control

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All-around Energy Efficiency

With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU), you'll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode.

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Flexible cooling Controls

PRIME B460M-A R2.0 motherboard offers comprehensive control over system fans, via the included Fan Xpert software. Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click

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Precise Digital Power Control

The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, automatically switching frequency and power-efficiency settings. It also allows you to fine-tune your CPU for ultimate stability and performance.

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UEFI BIOS

The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

  • Advance Mode
  • EZ Mode

Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers

An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various Advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.

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Search Function
Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

ASUS User Profile
Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

Quick and Simple Setup

EZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.

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Intuitive Graphical Fan Control
Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

EZ XMP
Improve DRAM performance with one click.

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Cool to the Core

Prime B460M-A R2.0 is engineered with a onboard heatsink and an array of hybrid fan header to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

Cooler by Design

Prime B460M-A R2.0 features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert software or via the UEFI BIOS.

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  • Multiple Temperature Sources
  • 4-Pin PWM/DC Fan
  • Each header can be set to monitor and react to several thermal sensors, and via Fan Xpert you can even assign a sensor to monitor the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards — for optimal cooling during GPU- or CPU-intensive workloads.

  • Each onboard Chassis Fan header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

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Build on a Solid Foundation

Prime B460M-A R2.0 is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. ASUS Prime motherboards provide all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.

  • Memory
  • Storage
  • Connectivity

Robust Power Design

Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. Prime B560M-A is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core count CPUs.

  • ProCool Connectors
  • 14+2 DrMOS Power Stages

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ProCool Connectors

Proprietary connectors augment the motherboard's link to the PSU with 8+4 pin connectors that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. Each jack features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connectors.

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14+2 Power Stages

A VRM with 14+2 power stages delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.

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ASUS OptiMem

Revisions to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

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Top layer – ground ring to prevent lateral interference

ASUS OptiMem benefits:

  • Improved memory stability and compatibility
  • Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
  • Improved memory frequency margin

Motherboards with OptiMem technology were tested with Synopsys HSPICE simulation software

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M.2 Slot (up to 32 Gbps)

M.2 slot support data-transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps via x4 PCI Express® 3.0 bandwidth, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.

* Actual transmission speeds will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.

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  • PCIe® 4.0
  • Intel Ethernet

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PCIe® 4.0 Slot

ASUS PRIME B460M-A R2.0 is designed specifically for 11th Generation Intel® Core™ CPUs and offer PCIe® 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs. The wide bandwidth and superfast transmission speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can handle high loads effortlessly.

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Aquantia AQC-111C 5G Ethernet

Accelerated, built-in networking

Prime X299-A II has 5Gbps Ethernet onboard to deliver up to 5X the bandwidth of standard gigabit Ethernet. You'll enjoy streaming uncompressed 4K UHD videos without stutter, and backups and file transfers that are faster than ever before. There's also support for intermediate connections, so it's easy to choose your ideal bandwidth and benefit from ultra-low latency at any speed up to 5Gbps.

* Actual speed varies, and depends on networking conditions.

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Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet

Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfer.

Lower CPU workloadHigh TCP & UDP throughput

Little Things Make a Big Difference

Prime B460M-A R2.0 adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.

  • Audio
  • Personalization
  • DIY Friendly

SafeSlot Core

SafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe® slot. Featuring a fortified design that's anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, Safeslot Core provides 1.6X-stronger retention and 1.3X-greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.

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    Strengthened solder points around the PCIe and DIMM pins.

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Overvoltage Protection

World-class circuit-protecting power design

An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.

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DRAM Overcurrent Protection

Short-circuit damage prevention

Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.

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Stainless-Steel Back I/O

3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability

Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.

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LANGuard

Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge tolerance

ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.

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1000+

Compatible devices and components

The Prime H410 series provides superior compatibility with thousands of components and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) identifies memory compatibility, giving you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.

8000+

Validation hours

Every ASUS motherboards is subjected to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests, including burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests to confirm their durability. ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment.

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Temperature and humidity tests

Ensures components withstand extreme conditions.

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Thermal measurement tests

Ensures that the system remains cool and stable under the heaviest loads.

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Insertion tests

Every port and connector is put through repeated installation cycles.

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Aging tests

Up to 48-hour aging test ensures reliability.

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Power-consumption tests

Checked for world-class energy efficiency.

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Temperature and DC margin tests

Ensures that the motherboard is capable of coping with voltages fluctuations caused by varying temperatures.

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Thermal-shock tests

Ensures ability to survive temperature changes during transportation.

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Non-operation shock tests

Built to withstand jolts that may occur during shipping.

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Burn-in tests

Every component is checked to ensure flawless operation.

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Installation tests

Connector placement is double-checked to ensure hassle-free installation.

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Drop tests

Drop tests from various heights ensure durability.

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Salt and spray tests

Tested for I/O reliability, prolonged lifespan and rust-resistance.

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Q-LED

Q-LED helps you to confirm whether key parts (CPU, DRAM, Graphics Card, HDD/SSD) are functioning as normal during the startup

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Outstanding Audio

Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio

Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.

Audio Shielding

Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks

Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

Premium Japanese Capacitors

Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

LED-illuminated control for trace paths

Built-in LED lighting options illuminate your build in a variety of eye-catching styles.


Flawless Audio that Immerses You in the Game

Power Pre-Regulator

Reduces power-input noise to ensure consistent performance.

Audio Shielding

Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks

Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

Integrated Amplifier

Capable of driving high-impedance headphones, without rolling-off high or low frequencies.

De-Pop Circuit

Reduces start-up popping noise to all audio outputs.

Premium Japanese Capacitors

Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

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  • Armoury Crate

Armoury Crate

Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products, from a single intuitive interface. Armoury Crate provides control of settings for ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. This software even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.


  • Driver & Manual Download

  • Account Management

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FAQs

What is the maximum RAM speed of ASUS Prime B460M-A? ›

ASUS B460M-A Overview

It has four memory slots supporting up to 128GB of dual-channel DDR4 RAM, which can run up to 2933 MHz. There are six SATA III ports and two M. 2 slots for storage.

Does the ASUS Prime B460M support 11th gen? ›

ASUS PRIME B460M-A R2. 0 is designed specifically for 11th Generation Intel® Core™ CPUs and offer PCIe® 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs.

Are ASUS Prime good motherboards? ›

If you are looking at a new motherboard to take advantage of the performance gains from new technologies adopted on the new Z690 platform, the ASUS PRIME Z690-A is certainly a motherboard to consider. ASUS is traditionally well represented in the high-end segment.

What is ASUS highest end motherboard? ›

The “Extreme” boards, like the ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme and ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme, are always the highest-end motherboards in the family. Designed for those who dare to want it all, these EATX motherboards are loaded with cutting-edge features and sizzling gamer style.

Can b460m support 3200Mhz? ›

The b460 board still does not overclock 3200Mhz memory. If only existing 10th generation CPUs can be used The memory clock must support 3200Mhz overclock. This is a minimal courtesy for Intel fans.

Can you overclock RAM on B460 motherboard? ›

Technically yes, but only up to 2666MHz (or 2933MHz, if you have an i7 or i9), so for practical purposes, no. The B460 chipset is fully locked, and cannot be used for overclocking either a CPU or memory.

Does b460m support 10th gen? ›

Prime B460 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 10th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. A B460 motherboard provides all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.

Can B460M support 11th Gen? ›

Intel recommends that you update the BIOS on your Intel® 400 Series Chipset-based systems for compatibility with the 11th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors. Motherboards based on Intel® B460 or H410 chipsets are not supported with 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors.

What is the max RAM speed for ASUS Prime B460 Plus? ›

This cost-effective upgrade is available in 2666MHz-3733MHz speeds, CL15-19 latencies, single-module capacities of 4GB-32GB and kit capacities of 8GB-128GB.

Why are ASUS motherboards so popular? ›

ASUS' revolutionary 16-phase power design utilizes real hardware power regulation to guarantee genuine power efficiency—up to 96% over competing products. ASUS motherboards with this feature draw less power and operate at lower temperatures, without compromising its exceptional level of performance..

Is ASUS is a Chinese company? ›

ASUS is a Taiwan-based, multinational computer hardware and consumer electronics company that was established in 1989. Dedicated to creating products for today's and tomorrow's smart life, ASUS is the world's No.

What is the new ASUS motherboard in 2024? ›

At Computex 2024, ASUS is showcasing a next-gen ROG Maximus Hero BTF motherboard that will be compatible with next-gen Intel processors, including the Arrow Lake family in the second half of 2024. As a BTF motherboard, its connectors are hidden on the back side of the board to keep cables and wires out of sight.

What does "ROG" mean on motherboards? ›

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) Motherboards. Enthusiasts & Pro Gamers. ASUS TUF Gaming Motherboards.

What is the max RAM speed for B460 motherboard? ›

The problem is the B460 chipset, which Intel artificially limited to DDR4-2666 or -2933 (depending on the CPU used). That doesn't mean that faster RAM won't work, it just means that, despite loading the XMP profile, the frequency will be restricted to DDR4-2933 max.

Does Asus Prime B450M a support 3200mhz RAM? ›

The Prime B450M-A/CSM AM4 Micro-ATX Motherboard from Asus is built on the AMD B450 chipset supporting first-, second-, and third-generation socket AM4 AMD Ryzen processors. It has four memory slots, which can accommodate up to 64GB of DDR4 RAM at speeds of up to 3200 MHz when overclocked.

What is the max RAM speed for b460m A Pro? ›

Product Specs
General Information
Supported RAM
Bus Clock2666 MHz, 2933 MHz
FeaturesDual channel memory architecture, Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP)
Max Size64 GB
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What is the max RAM speed for Asus Prime B460 Plus? ›

This cost-effective upgrade is available in 2666MHz-3733MHz speeds, CL15-19 latencies, single-module capacities of 4GB-32GB and kit capacities of 8GB-128GB.

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