Sapphire is thrilled to unveil its first-ever motherboard supporting AMD’s newest AM5 socket – the B650I NITRO+ Mini-ITX.
AMD fans have been eagerly awaiting compatible motherboards since the launch of the impressive Ryzen 7000 ‘Zen 4’ processors last year. Sapphire’s new board is set to delight enthusiasts looking to build cutting-edge Mini-ITX systems.
While known for Radeon cards, Sapphire offers diverse computing products in Asia. Their past B550I AM4 board wowed users. Now, the same outstanding NITRO+ quality comes to AMD’s latest socket platform.
The board features an advanced 8-layer PCB and robust 8+2 phase power rated for 70A. This ensures excellent overclocking headroom and reliability for Ryzen 7000 and future Ryzen 8000G chips, so buyers can be confident that their investment is futureproofed.
For storage, the board packs a single PCIe 4.0 x16 slot and two speedy M.2 slots. These handle the fastest PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs without compromising the Mini-ITX size. Two DDR5 DIMM slots offer up to 64GB capacity with overclocking to DDR56000 straight from BIOS, thanks to EXPO profiles.
Connectivity on the B650I NITRO+ is equally vital. Users gain a blazing 20Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 TypeC port. Additionally, two 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports provide compatibility. Modern multimedia and productivity work are powered through HMDI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 outputs.
Cooling Vital VRM is a stylish black and silver heatsink that looks incredible and effectively cools. Through thorough testing, even the tiniest components shine. Sapphire’s extensive expertise is apparent in craftsmanship and the optimised PCB layout.
Early tests showcase the board performing very competitively against larger ATX boards. Impressive stability is on display, pushing today’s best Ryzen 9 CPUs to the max. With further firmware updates, the potential seems very promising indeed.
Here are the top features of the Sapphire B650I NITRO+ Mini-ITX Motherboard:
- AMD AM5 socket supports Ryzen 7000/8000G CPUs
- Mini-ITX with high-end components for compact builds
- 8+2 phase power delivery, 70A rating
- Up to 64GB DDR5 RAM support, overclockable to DDR56000
- PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots and x16 expansion for peak performance
- Latest USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20Gbps) and HDMI 2.1 connectivity
- Stylish black and silver heatsink for cooling
- 5V/12V RGB headers for lighting customization
- Meticulous PCB and component choices
- Consistently updated stable firmware and BIOS
- Highly praised for power and compact design
- Priced at $233, it offers value in AM5 technology
- Compatible with NITRO+ series for unified setups
Gamers love the premium aesthetic and lighting enabled by separate 5V and 12V RGB headers. Components seamlessly sync with other NITRO+ series gear. Sapphire provides creative tools to unleash potential through customization. Performance is matched only by style on this tiny wonder.
While available only in Asia, the B650I NITRO+ stands out as a top MiniITX AM5 option. International availability may come. Many PC builders worldwide await a chance to use this robust power delivery and feature set in tiny creations. Only time will tell if Sapphire expands its markets further. Early Asia adopters now gain an exclusive experience of what NITRO+ delivers to the latest platform.
Flawless performance across gaming, overclocking, and productivity workloads is expected. Sapphire aims to retain its premium quality standard. Early feedback confirms success. The ~$ $ $233 price makes this feature-packed MiniITX beast an outright steal. Bold looks and rock-solid VRMs will leave buyers thrilled for years.
Sapphire’s commitment to innovating and pushing boundaries for Mini-ITX is showcased. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and its graphics cooling skills, Sapphire sets new standards. We can’t wait to see where they go next to continuously amaze. Top brands drive healthy competition and better products for all. Thank you, Sapphire, for kicking off AM5 MiniITX so amazingly!
