GIGABYTE B550M GAMING X WIFI6 Motherboard

SKU: B550M GAMING X WIFI6

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About This Item

  • AMD B550 chipset with AM4 socket for Ryzen 5000 CPUs
  • 5+3 phase VRM design for stable power delivery
  • Dual M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 and 3.0 support
  • Built-in Wi-Fi 6 and 1GbE LAN for fast connectivity
  • micro ATX form factor with 4 DIMM slots up to 128GB DDR4

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Description

GIGABYTE B550M GAMING X WIFI6 | Compact Performance Motherboard

The GIGABYTE B550M GAMING X WIFI6 motherboard delivers robust performance for AMD Ryzen 5000 CPUs in a space-efficient micro ATX form factor. With its 5+3 phase VRM design, dual M.2 slots, and integrated Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, this board balances gaming capability with everyday computing needs.

Specification Overview

Metric Spec
CPU Support AMD Ryzen 3000/4000/5000 Series
Memory Support DDR4, up to 3200MHz, 128GB max
M.2 Slots 2 (1 PCIe 4.0, 1 PCIe 3.0)
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
Form Factor micro ATX

Ryzen 5000 Ready with Robust Power Delivery

The B550M GAMING X WIFI6 features a 5+3 phase VRM design that provides stable power delivery for AMD Ryzen 5000 processors. This power architecture ensures consistent performance during demanding workloads and gaming sessions. The motherboard supports processors from the entire Ryzen 3000, 4000, and 5000 series, making it a versatile choice for various performance needs.

Dual M.2 Storage with PCIe 4.0 Speed

Storage performance reaches new heights with two M.2 slots supporting both PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 interfaces. The primary M.2 slot delivers PCIe 4.0 speeds for ultra-fast NVMe SSDs, while the secondary slot provides additional storage expansion via PCIe 3.0. This configuration allows for rapid game loading, quick file transfers, and responsive system boot times.

Comprehensive Connectivity Suite

Modern connectivity needs are met with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless performance, complemented by a 1GbE LAN port for wired stability. The motherboard includes four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, HDMI 2.1 output supporting 4K resolution, and DisplayPort 1.4 for flexible display options. Audio is handled by the Realtek ALC1220-VB codec delivering 7.1 channel surround sound.

Compact Design with Expandability

The micro ATX form factor (244mm x 244mm) fits in smaller cases while maintaining expandability. One PCIe 4.0 x16 slot accommodates high-performance graphics cards, while an additional PCIe 3.0 x16 slot provides flexibility for other expansion cards. The board includes five RGB LED headers for customizable lighting and comprehensive fan control with multiple headers.

Package contents

  • GIGABYTE B550M GAMING X WIFI6 motherboard
  • I/O shield
  • User manual
  • Driver disk
  • SATA cables
  • Wi-Fi antennas
  • M.2 screws
  • CMOS battery
  • Warranty card

Things to check first

  • Confirm your CPU is from AMD Ryzen 3000/4000/5000 series
  • Verify your case supports micro ATX motherboards (244mm x 244mm)
  • Check that your power supply has the required 24-pin ATX and 8-pin EPS connectors
  • Confirm your CPU cooler is compatible with the AM4 socket

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this motherboard support overclocking?
Yes, the B550M GAMING X WIFI6 supports memory overclocking up to 3200MHz and CPU overclocking for compatible Ryzen processors.
What type of memory does this motherboard support?
It supports DDR4 memory with four DIMM slots, supporting up to 128GB total at speeds up to 3200MHz.
Can I use a PCIe 4.0 SSD in both M.2 slots?
No, only the primary M.2 slot supports PCIe 4.0. The secondary slot supports PCIe 3.0 speeds.
Does this motherboard have built-in Wi-Fi?
Yes, it includes Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity with included antennas.
What is the maximum supported resolution?
The motherboard supports up to 5120 x 2880 pixels via HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 outputs.

Summary & warranty

The GIGABYTE B550M GAMING X WIFI6 offers excellent value for users building compact systems with AMD Ryzen processors. Its combination of PCIe 4.0 storage, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and robust power delivery makes it suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.

Additional information
Weight1.15 kg
Bundled softwareNorton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software
Front panel connectorYes
USB 2.0 connectors1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 3.1 Gen 1 connectors2
TPM connectorYes
Number of SATA III connectors4
Number of chassis fan connectors2
Front panel audio connectorYes
EPS power connector 8-pinYes
CPU fan connectorYes
ATX Power connector 24-pinYes
RGB LED pin headerYes
Number of CPU fan connectors1
Number of EPS power connectors 8-pin1
Number of RGB LED pin headers5
Serial port headers1
Warranty period3 year(s)
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Ryzen 3000 Series, AMD Ryzen 4000 Series, AMD Ryzen 5000 Series
Processor socketSocket AM4
Number of memory slots4
Memory slots typeDIMM
Memory channelsDual-channel
Supported memory clock speeds2133,2400,2667,2933,3200 MHz
Maximum internal memory128 GB
Unbuffered memoryYes
Supported memory clock speed max3200 MHz
ECC сompatibilityECC & Non-ECC
Maximum internal memory per slot32 GB
Number of HDDs supported4
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, PCI Express 3.0, PCI Express 4.0, SATA III
RAID levels1, 10
Number of storage drives supported6
RAID supportYes
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
On-board graphics cardNo
USB 3.2 Gen 1 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports quantity4
DisplayPort version1.4
USB 2.0 ports quantity2
WiFi-AP antenna jack2
PS/2 ports quantity1
Microphone inYes
Headphone outputs1
HDMI ports quantity1
Ethernet LAN RJ-45 ports1
DisplayPorts quantity1
Line-inYes
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111H
Bluetooth version5.3
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
WLAN controller modelRealtek RTL8851BE
Motherboard chipset familyAMD
Supported processor socketsSocket AM4
PC health monitoringFan, Temperature, Voltage
Cooling typePassive
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Component forPC
Audio chipRealtek ALC1220-VB
Product colourDark brown
Number of M.2 M slots2
PCI Express x1 Gen 3.x slots1
PCI Express x16 Gen 3.x slots1
PCI Express x16 Gen 4.x slots1
1st M.2 largest key size2280
1st M.2 highest PCI Express generation4.0
2nd M.2 largest key size2280
2nd M.2 highest PCI Express generation3.0
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
Clear CMOS jumperYes
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
ACPI version5.0
System Management BIOS SMBIOS version2.7
Desktop Management Interface DMI version2.7
Power source typeATX
Maximum resolution5120 x 2880 pixels
HDCPYes
DirectX version12.0
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64, Windows 11 x64
Battery technologyLithium-Manganese Dioxide (LiMnO2)
Battery weight3 g
Number of battery cells1
Lithium weight per battery0.07 g
Battery typeCR2032
Products per shipping inner case1 pc(s)
Width244 mm
Depth244 mm
Batteries includedYes
Screws includedYes
Antenna includedYes
Height35 mm
Package width270 mm
Package depth268 mm
Package height68 mm
Package weight1.24 kg
Weight1.14 kg

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