MSI MPG B650 Carbon WiFi

MSI’s MPG B650 Carbon WiFi is a viable midrange board for the latest AM5 Ryzen chips, packing loads of storage options and rear USB, plus the latest audio codec. Just mind the lack of PCIe 5.0 support on the main expansion slots.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
MSI MPG B650 Carbon WiFi 1

Product details

  • Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors
  • Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6600+(OC) MHz
  • Enhanced Power Design: 16+2+1 Duet Rail Power System, Dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost
  • Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink with Heat-Pipe, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience
  • High Quality PCB: 6-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material

PROS

+ Six SATA ports and four M.2 slots
+ 10 USB ports on rear panel
+ Latest-generation audio codec

CONS

- Lacks PCI Express 5.0 main expansion slot(s)

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on February 27, 2023
MSI’s MPG B650 Carbon WiFi is a viable midrange board for the latest AM5 Ryzen chips, packing loads of storage options and rear USB, plus the latest audio codec. Just mind the lack of PCIe 5.0 support on the main expansion slots.
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