ASUS TUF Gaming B760M-Plus D4 Intel Motherboard

Features of ASUS TUF Gaming B760M-Plus D4

1. Intel® LGA 1700 Socket:
   • Supports 13th and 12th Gen Intel® Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
   • Compatible with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0.
2. Enhanced Power Solution:
   • 12+1 DrMOS power stages for stable and efficient power delivery.
   • Six-layer PCB for better heat dissipation and overclocking support.
   • ProCool power connectors, alloy chokes, and durable capacitors.
3. Comprehensive Cooling:
   • Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, and PCH heatsinks to maintain stable temperatures.
   • Hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+ for customizable cooling.
4. Connectivity:
   • Intel® Wi-Fi 6 for fast and stable wireless performance.
   • PCIe 5.0 support for faster data transfer.
   • Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet for enhanced wired networking.
   • Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® and USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports.
   • Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® and Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header support.
5. ASUS OptiMem II:
   • Optimized memory routing and ground layer for improved overclocking and memory stability.
6. Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation:
   • AI-driven noise reduction for clearer communication during gaming and video calls.
7. Energy Efficiency:
   • Power Saving function with customizable settings (CPU power limit, Aura lighting dimming, fan profile adjustments) to optimize power consumption.
8. UEFI BIOS:
   • Easy-to-use interface for system configuration and tweaking, with advanced options for enthusiasts.
9. Armoury Crate Software:
   • Centralized control for RGB customization, hardware management, and system monitoring.
   • Supports Aura Sync for unified lighting across compatible devices.
10. DrMOS Power Stages:
    • High-efficiency power stages designed to deliver stable and clean power to the CPU for optimal performance.
11. M.2 Q-Latch:
    • Tool-less M.2 SSD installation with a simple locking mechanism for easy SSD installation/removal.
12. TUF Gaming Alliance:
    • Compatible with a wide range of components like cases, PSU, coolers, memory, etc., with ongoing updates to ensure compatibility.
13. 2.5Gb Ethernet:
    • Enhanced LAN connectivity for smoother gaming and faster data transfer, with TUF LANGuard for protection against network surges.
14. RGB Lighting:
    • Multiple Addressable Gen 2 RGB Headers for customization of up to 500 LEDs on RGB devices, all synchronized via Aura Sync.

Specifications of ASUS TUF Gaming B760M-Plus D4

• CPU Support:
  • Intel Socket LGA1700 (13th and 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron Processors)
  • Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0.
• Chipset:
  • Intel® B760 Chipset.
• Memory:
  • 4 x DIMM slots, up to 128GB DDR4.
  • Supports overclocked speeds: 5333(OC), 5066(OC), 5000(OC), 4800(OC), etc.
  • Dual Channel Memory Architecture with Intel XMP support.
• Graphics:
  • 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x HDMI® (supports up to 4K@60Hz).
  • Graphics performance may vary depending on the CPU used.
• Expansion Slots:
  • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (for 13th & 12th Gen CPUs).
  • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode).
  • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot.
• Storage:
  • 2 x M.2 slots (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode).
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.
  • Supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology and RAID 0/1/5/10.
• Ethernet:
  • 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard for enhanced durability.
• USB Ports:
  • Rear I/O: 8 USB ports (1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C®, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x USB 2.0).
  • Front I/O: 7 USB ports (1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x USB 2.0 headers for additional ports).
• Audio:
  • Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC.
  • Features: Audio shielding, rear optical S/PDIF out, premium capacitors, and dedicated PCB layers for better sound quality.
• Back Panel I/O Ports:
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® port.
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports.
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port.
  • 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports.
  • 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x HDMI® port.
  • 1 x Wi-Fi Module (optional).
  • 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port.
  • 5 x Audio jacks.
  • 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port.
• Internal I/O Connectors:
  • 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector.
  • 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector.
  • 1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector.
  • 3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers.
  • 2 x USB 2.0 headers, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (additional ports).
  • 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers, 1 x Aura RGB header.
  • 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header.
• Special Features:
  • ASUS TUF Protection (DIGI+ VRM, ESD Guards, TUF LANGuard, SafeSlot Core+).
  • M.2 Q-Latch, Q-DIMM, Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device).
  • VRM and M.2 heatsink for better thermal management.
  • Pre-mounted I/O shield for easy installation.
• Software Features:
  • Armoury Crate, AURA Sync, Fan Xpert 2+, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation.
  • AI Suite 3, Digi+ VRM, PC Cleaner.
  • ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, EZ Flash 3.
• Form Factor:
  • mATX (9.6 inch x 9.6 inch or 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm).
• Warranty:
  • 3 years.

Key Advantages

• TUF Gaming Durability: Built with military-grade components and tested for endurance, perfect for long gaming sessions.
• Advanced Power Delivery: Stable and efficient power with 12+1 DrMOS stages, great for overclocking.
• Comprehensive Connectivity: Includes PCIe 5.0, 2.5Gb Ethernet, and Wi-Fi 6, providing the latest in high-speed data transfer and connectivity options.
• Customizable Cooling: Extensive cooling options to keep the system stable during heavy workloads.
• User-Friendly Features: M.2 Q-Latch for tool-less SSD installation and a wide range of DIY-friendly utilities.

This motherboard is a solid choice for gamers and PC builders seeking a reliable, feature-packed solution for Intel’s latest processors.