Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max DDR4 AMD AM4 M-ATX PCIe 3.0 Gaming Motherboard
Overview :
The Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max is a compact yet powerful micro‑ATX motherboard built on the AMD B450 chipset, designed for socket AM4 processors—ranging from Ryzen 1000 to Ryzen 5000 series (including integrated Vega graphics variants) and Athlon with Radeon Vega graphics. Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max Featuring essential enhancements like Core Boost, DDR4 Boost, Audio Boost, Turbo M.2, PCI‑E Steel Armor, and EZ Debug LED, this board delivers robust performance and reliability, making it a go-to choice for budget-conscious gamers and DIY builders. Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max supports up to 64–128 GB of DDR4 RAM (depending on BIOS), dual-channel memory, diverse I/O options, and advanced storage flexibility including NVMe SSD support.
Key Features :
Wide CPU Compatibility: Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max Supports 1st through 3rd Gen Ryzen CPUs, including Ryzen with Vega graphics, and Athlon with Radeon Vega graphics—all through the AM4 socket.
Enhanced Power & Overclocking: Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max Features Core Boost, which leverages a premium layout and digital power design, ideal for multi-core stability during overclocking.
Optimized Memory Performance: DDR4 Boost ensures clean and isolated signal paths for higher stability and performance. Supports high-speed DDR4 (OC) up to 3866 MHz (JEDEC/OC), with some sources listing up to 4133 MHz.
Fast Storage Access: Msi B450M Pro-VDH Max Includes a Turbo M.2 slot (PCIe 3.0 x4) delivering NVMe speeds up to ~32 Gb/s, complemented by 4× SATA III ports with RAID 0,1,10 support.
Durable Expansion Slot: PCI‑E Steel Armor reinforces the primary PCIe x16 slot against electromagnetic interference and heavy GPUs.
Superior Audio & Network: Audio Boost (via Realtek ALC892) provides studio-grade audio with physical isolation for clarity, while Realtek 8111H ensures reliable Gigabit LAN.
Debug & DIY Friendly: EZ Debug LED simplifies troubleshooting. Smart header layouts and keep-out zones improve DIY assembly—especially useful for compact builds.
Display Connectivity: Equipped with VGA, DVI-D, and HDMI ports to support integrated graphics output.
Additionally, the “MAX” in the model ensures better out-of-the-box BIOS support for newer Ryzen processors—reducing the need for a BIOS flash before first boot.
Specifications Table :
Form Factor | Micro‑ATX (9.6 × 9.6 in / ~24.4 cm) |
Chipset | AMD B450 |
CPU Socket | AM4 – Supports Ryzen 1000/2000/3000/5000 (incl. G-series) & Athlon with Vega |
Memory | 4× DDR4 slots, dual‑channel, up to 64 GB (some sources mention up to 128 GB with updated BIOS); speeds: JEDEC 1866–2667 MHz; OC via A‑XMP up to 3866–4133 MHz |
Expansion Slots | 1× PCIe 3.0 x16 (Steel Armor), 2× PCIe 2.0 x1 |
Storage | 1× M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4 / x2 & SATA) for 2242/2260/2280, 4× SATA III (RAID 0/1/10) |
USB Ports | Rear: 4× USB 3.2 Gen1, 4× USB 2.0; Internal: 1× USB 3.2 Gen1 header (2 ports), 2× USB 2.0 headers (4 ports) |
Video Outputs | VGA, DVI‑D, HDMI 1.4 or 2.0b (4K @60 Hz depending on CPU) |
Audio | Realtek ALC892 (7.1‑Channel HD Audio) with Audio Boost |
LAN | Realtek 8111H Gigabit Ethernet |
Internal Connectors | 24‑pin ATX, 8‑pin CPU power, SATA ports, fan headers (1× CPU, 2× system), USB headers, audio, RGB, TPM, chassis intrusion, parallel & serial, Clear CMOS |
Special Features | Core Boost, DDR4 Boost, Audio Boost, Turbo M.2, EZ Debug LED, PCI‑E Steel Armor, X‑Boost |
BIOS Compatibility | “MAX” supports Ryzen 3000+ CPUs out of the box |
OS Support | Windows 10 64‑bit, Windows 7 64‑bit (with specific CPUs) |
Warranty | Typically 3 years (region-dependent) |
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