Asus B860M MAX GAMING AX - Motherboard

Asus B860M MAX GAMING AX - Motherboard delivers a powerful micro-ATX foundation for builders who want Intel LGA1851 compatibility and modern connectivity in a compact grey package.

Designed for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and the LGA 1851 (Socket V1), the Asus B860M MAX GAMING AX supports high-performance computing with DDR5 memory and a robust Intel B860 chipset.

The board accommodates up to 256 GB of DDR5-SDRAM across four DIMM slots in dual-channel mode, with support for ECC and non-ECC modules and speeds up to 8666 MHz, giving serious headroom for content creation, heavy multitasking, and gaming.

Storage options are flexible: three M.2 slots (one PCIe 5.0 x4, two PCIe 4.0) plus four SATA III connectors allow up to seven drives (HDDs and SSDs) and RAID 0/1/5/10 configurations for performance and redundancy. Three PCIe x16 slots (three Gen4 and one Gen5-capable) provide expansion options for GPUs and add-in cards.

Connectivity is comprehensive for a micro ATX board: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) with included antennas, Bluetooth 5.3, DisplayPort 1.4, and a healthy mix of USB ports including multiple USB 3.2 Type-A ports and a Gen2x2 Type-C. Audio supports 7.1 channels and S/PDIF out for immersive sound.

Power and cooling features include a 24-pin ATX connector, an 8-pin EPS connector, multiple fan and pump headers (1 CPU fan, 4 chassis fan connectors, 1 water pump), TPM header and RGB headers (three) for system lighting. The board uses passive cooling and ships with SATA cables, antennas, screws and a quick installation guide.

Use cases for the Asus B860M MAX GAMING AX include compact high-performance gaming rigs, small-form-factor workstations for video editing or 3D work, and versatile home servers that benefit from RAID and multiple drive options. Its balance of modern I/O, high-speed memory support, and expansion slots makes it a strong choice for builders seeking upgradability in a micro-ATX footprint.

• Supports Intel LGA1851 and Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
• Up to 256 GB DDR5 (4x DIMM), ECC & Non-ECC, up to 8666 MHz
• 3x M.2 (1x PCIe 5.0), RAID support, Wi‑Fi 6 and 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• Comprehensive fan and RGB headers, 7.1 audio, multiple USB ports