Name: Asrock B550M-HDV AMD B550 Socket AM4 Micro ATX Motherboard
Brand: Asrock

ASRock B550M-HDV AMD B550 Socket AM4 Micro ATX Motherboard is a compact yet capable micro ATX board designed for AMD Socket AM4 processors, supporting Ryzen 3000 Series CPUs and delivering modern connectivity in a small footprint.

This motherboard supports a single Socket AM4 processor and is compatible with AMD Ryzen 3000 Series chips, making it a solid choice for budget-conscious builders who still want reliable performance and upgrade paths. The UEFI AMI BIOS enables straightforward setup and firmware updates.

Memory support includes two DIMM slots for up to 64 GB of DDR4-SDRAM in dual-channel configuration, with compatibility for both ECC and non-ECC modules. Supported memory speeds range broadly from 2133 MHz up to enthusiast overclocked frequencies beyond 4600 MHz, allowing flexibility depending on your memory kit.

Storage options are modern and practical, with an M.2 slot and four SATA III ports for HDDs and SSDs. The board includes integrated Radeon Vega graphics support with HDMI, DVI-D and VGA outputs, HDCP compatibility and DirectX 12.0 support—ideal for systems that rely on onboard graphics or light gaming with Ryzen APUs.

Connectivity is well covered for its class: four USB 2.0 connectors (two rear ports), four USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one Gigabit Ethernet port driven by the Realtek RTL8111H controller with Wake-on-LAN support, and legacy PS/2. Audio is handled by a Realtek ALC887 codec with 7.1-channel output, and the board offers multiple fan headers including CPU and two chassis fan connectors.

The ASRock B550M-HDV includes practical build-friendly features such as a 24-pin ATX power connector, CPU fan header, TPM connector, a 4-pin Molex peripheral connector, and drivers included in the package. It measures 230 x 201 x 70 mm and weighs 465 g, making it suitable for compact micro ATX cases.

Use cases for this motherboard include budget gaming rigs using Ryzen APUs with Radeon Vega graphics, home or office PCs that need reliable Gigabit Ethernet and plenty of SATA ports, and compact workstations where ECC memory support and UEFI stability matter. Its small footprint and feature set make it a versatile platform for many builds.