All-Around Energy
Efficiency
The Energy
Processing Unit (EPU) automatically optimizes power consumption and
maximizes energy savings with Away mode - a smart setting that creates
an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O
controllers.
Flexible Air- And
Liquid-Cooling Controls
ASUS Fan
Xpert 2+ software provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps,
and all-in-one (AiO) coolers. Whether cooling with air or water, an
Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single
click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode that reduces all fan speeds to
below the default minimum to keep your system whisper-quiet when
performing light tasks. Fans, water pumps, and AiO coolers can also be
controlled via the UEFI BIOS.
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.
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.
Quick And Simple
Setup
EZ mode
displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards,
drag-and-drop functionality, and a one-click application of important
settings - all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.
M.2 Heatsink
M.2
heatsink wards off throttling that can occur with M.2 storage during
sustained transfers. The heatsink is held in place by captive screws.
VRM Heatsink And
Thermal Pad
VRM
heatsink and thermal pad improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and
chokes for better cooling performance.
Multiple
Temperature Sources
Each
header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 2+
allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to
optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.
Smart Protection
A
dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from overheating
and overcurrent.
4-Pin PWM/DC Fan
Each
onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
ProCool Connector
A
proprietary connector augments the motherboard's link to the PSU with 8
pin connector that passes 12 volts of power directly to the processors.
Each jack features solid pins that can handle more current than
hollow-pin connectors.
DDR4 5333 (OC)
Improvements
to trace routing design provide the latest Intel processors with
enhanced access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology
carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to
reduce path distance, and it adds shielding zones that significantly
reduce crosstalk.
ASUS OptiMem II
Revisions
to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors
with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology
carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to
reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce
crosstalk.
Two M.2 Slots (Up
To 64 Gbps)
Prime
B660M-A WIFI D4 offers a total of two M.2 slots that support
data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCIe 4.0, enabling quicker
boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.
PCIe 4.0 Slot
Prime B660
motherboards are designed specifically for 12th Generation Intel Core
CPUs and offer PCIe 4.0 connectivity. The wide bandwidth and superfast
transmission speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can
handle high loads effortlessly.
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Type-C
Numerous
USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including front
USB Type-C connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 for transmission speeds of
up to 5 Gbps.
Aura Sync
A
well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura
offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets
for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips and devices connected to the
onboard RGB headers - and it can all be synced with an ever-growing
portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.
Addressable Gen 2
Headers
Three
addressable Gen 2 headers are capable of detecting the number of LEDs on
second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to
automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The headers
also offer backward compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
Q-LED Core
The Q-LED
Core display produces light patterns by power LED during the Power-On
Self-Test (POST) which can help users troubleshoot potential issues.
SafeSlot Core+
SafeSlot
Core+ is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot fortified with a one-piece
stainless-steel brace that shields the slot to protect it from damage.
The metal cover is tightly secured to the slot with hooks, and the
entire assembly is firmly anchored to the PCB with strengthened solder
points to provide a secure foundation for heavyweight graphics cards.
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.
Overvoltage
Protection
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.
DRAM Overcurrent
Protection
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.
Stainless Steel
Back I/O
Corrosion-resistant
stainless steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a
lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.