SKU: B860M-GAMINGPLUS-WIF

MSI B860M Gaming Plus WiFi mATX Motherboard With LGA 1851, 4x DDR5-8800+ OC, PCIe 5.0 x16, Triple M.2, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5G LAN, USB-C , Supports Intel® Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)

$ 195.00

Description

BRAND-NEW SEALED ~ 1 YEAR WARRANTY

EXPERT FEATURES

  • Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Platform : The Intel B860 chipset and LGA 1851 socket create a properly matched foundation for compatible Intel Core Ultra desktop processors from Series 2.
  • Massive DDR5 Headroom : Four DDR5 UDIMM slots support up to 256GB, Intel XMP 3.0, CUDIMM, dual-channel operation, and memory speeds reaching 8800+ MT/s when overclocked with compatible hardware.
  • 12+1+1+1 Power Architecture : MSI’s Duet Rail power system, P-PAK design, Core Boost, 8+4-pin CPU power input, and six-layer server-grade PCB are built to keep demanding gaming loads properly fed.
  • PCIe 5.0 Graphics Slot : The primary CPU-connected PCIe slot supports PCIe 5.0 x16 and Steel Armor reinforcement, giving compatible modern graphics cards a full-speed, physically strengthened connection.
  • Four Full-Length Expansion Slots : Beyond the primary x16 slot, the board provides two PCIe 4.0 x1 links and one PCIe 4.0 x4 link for compatible capture cards, sound cards, storage controllers, and networking upgrades.
  • Triple M.2 Storage Arsenal : Install one PCIe 5.0 x4 SSD, one PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD, and one PCIe 4.0 x2 SSD, backed by four SATA 6Gb/s ports and SATA RAID support.
  • Thunderbolt 4 Connectivity : The rear USB-C Thunderbolt 4 port supports up to 40Gbps transfers, USB4 devices, 15W charging, daisy-chaining, and display output reaching 8K with compatible processor graphics.
  • Full-Speed Wi-Fi 7 : Intel Killer BE1750x wireless supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and regulation-dependent 6GHz operation, 320MHz channels, MLO, 4KQAM, and speeds reaching 5.8Gbps under suitable conditions.
  • Bluetooth 5.4 Support : Connect compatible wireless headsets, controllers, keyboards, mice, and accessories, subject to chipset-vendor updates and the Windows 11 Bluetooth 5.4 support schedule.
  • Intel Killer 5G LAN : The E5000 controller delivers wired networking up to 5Gbps for faster NAS transfers, game downloads, local servers, and high-speed internet connections.
  • Serious USB Expansion : The board combines rear USB 10Gbps Type-A, rear USB 5Gbps Type-C and Type-A, front USB 10Gbps Type-C, front USB 5Gbps, and USB 2.0 connectivity.
  • Flexible Integrated-Graphics Outputs : HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 support up to 4K at 60Hz, while Thunderbolt 4 supports DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20 at up to 4K 120Hz or 8K 60Hz with a compatible CPU featuring integrated graphics.
  • Frozr Thermal Design : An extended heatsink, heavy-plated VRM heatsink, M.2 Shield Frozr, chipset heatsink, 7W/mK MOSFET pads, and additional choke pads help control heat during sustained workloads.
  • Liquid-Cooling Friendly Headers : One CPU-fan header, one pump/system combo header, and three system-fan headers provide broad cooling compatibility, including PWM/DC fans and pumps.
  • EZ DIY Hardware : A pre-installed I/O shield, EZ PCIe Clip II, EZ M.2 Clip II, EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, EZ Antenna, and EZ Debug LEDs take unnecessary pain out of assembly and troubleshooting.
  • Clear CMOS Recovery : The rear Clear CMOS button resets BIOS settings when unstable tuning prevents a normal startup; the official specification page does not list a Flash BIOS button.
  • 7.1-Channel Audio : The Realtek ALC897 codec supports 7.1-channel high-definition audio, while MSI Audio Boost adds isolated circuitry, dedicated capacitors, quality jacks, and de-pop protection.

EXPERT SPECS

SpecificationValue
Official Specification BasisMSI B860M GAMING PLUS WIFI specification page.
BrandMSI
ModelB860M GAMING PLUS WIFI
ChipsetIntel B860
CPU SocketLGA 1851
Supported ProcessorsIntel Core Ultra Processors, Series 2
Form FactorMicro-ATX
PCB Dimensions243.84 × 243.84mm
PCB Construction6-layer server-grade PCB
Power Design12+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power System with P-PAK
CPU Power Connectors2; marketed as an 8+4-pin CPU power configuration
Main Power Connector1 × ATX power connector
Supplemental PCIe Power1 × 8-pin PCIe power connector
Memory Slots4 × DDR5 UDIMM
Maximum Memory Capacity256GB
Overclocked Memory RangeDDR5-8800 to DDR5-6400 MT/s
JEDEC Memory RangeDDR5-6400 to DDR5-4800 MT/s
Maximum 1DPC 1R SpeedUp to 8800+ MT/s
Maximum 1DPC 2R SpeedUp to 7200+ MT/s
Maximum 2DPC 1R SpeedUp to 6400+ MT/s
Maximum 2DPC 2R SpeedUp to 5600+ MT/s
Memory StandardsIntel POR and JEDEC speeds
Intel XMPIntel XMP 3.0
Memory OverclockingSupported
Memory ArchitectureDual-controller, dual-channel
Supported Memory TypeNon-ECC, unbuffered DDR5
CUDIMM SupportYes
DIMM LatchesSingle-sided
Memory Compatibility NoteMaximum speed depends on the installed CPU, memory kit, rank, and DIMM configuration
Physical Expansion Slots4 × PCIe x16-length slots
PCI_E1PCIe 5.0 x16 from CPU
PCI_E2PCIe 4.0 x1 from chipset
PCI_E3PCIe 4.0 x1 from chipset
PCI_E4PCIe 4.0 x4 from chipset
Primary-Slot ReinforcementMSI Steel Armor
M.2 Slots3
M.2_1PCIe 5.0 x4 from CPU; supports 2242, 2260, and 2280 devices
M.2_2PCIe 4.0 x4 from chipset; supports 2260 and 2280 devices
M.2_3PCIe 4.0 x2 from chipset; supports 2280 devices
M.2 CoolingEZ M.2 Shield Frozr II
SATA Ports4 × SATA 6Gb/s
SATA RAIDRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
HDMI1 × HDMI 2.1
Maximum HDMI Resolution3840 × 2160 at 60Hz
DisplayPort1 × DisplayPort 1.4
Maximum DisplayPort Resolution3840 × 2160 at 60Hz
USB-C Display OutputDisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20 through Thunderbolt 4
Maximum Thunderbolt Display Resolution4K at 120Hz or 8K at 60Hz
Display Compatibility RequirementMotherboard display outputs require a processor featuring integrated graphics; capabilities vary by CPU
Rear Thunderbolt Port1 × Thunderbolt 4 USB-C
Thunderbolt Transfer RateUp to 40Gbps with Thunderbolt devices
USB4 Rate Through ThunderboltUp to 20Gbps
USB 3.2 Rate Through ThunderboltUp to 10Gbps
Thunderbolt ChargingUp to 5V/3A, 15W
Thunderbolt Daisy-Chain SupportUp to 3 Thunderbolt 4 devices or 5 Thunderbolt 3 devices
Thunderbolt 5 Expansion Header1 × JTBT5 connector with RTD3 support; optional add-in card required
Rear USB 10Gbps1 × Type-A
Front USB 10Gbps1 × Type-C through internal header
Rear USB 5Gbps2 × Type-A and 1 × Type-C
Front USB 5Gbps4 × Type-A through internal headers
Rear USB 2.02 × Type-A
Front USB 2.04 ports through internal headers
LAN ControllerIntel Killer E5000
Wired LAN SpeedUp to 5Gbps
Wireless ControllerIntel Killer BE1750x Wi-Fi 7
Wireless Module LocationPre-installed M.2 Key-E module
Wireless Bands2.4GHz, 5GHz, and regulation-dependent 6GHz
Wireless Channel WidthUp to 320MHz
Maximum Wireless SpeedUp to 5.8Gbps
Wi-Fi Standards802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be
Wireless FeaturesMU-MIMO TX/RX, MLO, and 4KQAM
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4
Wireless Compatibility NoteWi-Fi 7 readiness and Bluetooth 5.4 availability depend on Windows 11 support; 6GHz availability varies by country
Audio CodecRealtek ALC897
Audio Channels7.1-channel high-definition audio
CPU Fan Header1
Pump/System Combo Header1
System Fan Headers3
EZ Conn Header1 × JAF_1
Front-Panel Headers2 × JFP
Chassis-Intrusion Header1 × JCI
Front-Audio Header1 × JAUD
COM-Port Header1 × JCOM
Tuning-Controller Connector1 × JDASH
Addressable RGB Headers2 × JARGB_V2
Standard RGB Header1 × JRGB
TPM Header1; supports TPM 2.0
Diagnostic LEDs4 × EZ Debug LEDs
Rear Recovery ControlClear CMOS button
Flash BIOS ButtonNot listed on the official specification page
Pre-Installed I/O ShieldYes
Rear ConnectionsDisplayPort, Clear CMOS, 5G LAN, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna connectors, audio connectors, HDMI, Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, USB 2.0, USB 5Gbps Type-A, USB 5Gbps Type-C, and USB 10Gbps Type-A
Supported Operating SystemWindows 11 64-bit
Included MotherboardMSI B860M GAMING PLUS WIFI
Included DocumentationQuick Installation Guide and European Union Regulatory Notice
Included Wireless AccessoryEZ Wi-Fi Antenna
Included EZ Conn Accessory1-to-2 EZ Conn Cable, Version 1
Included Storage Cable1 × SATA cable
Included M.2 AccessoriesEZ M.2 Clip II, EZ M.2 Clip II Remover, and 2 × M.2 screw-and-standoff sets
Box-Content SourceMSI’s official package-content image.