AMD’s new processor options offer exciting options for your next gaming PC. Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G combine a CPU and GPU in one. Game features have been significantly improved compared to the previous generation. Reviewers say it’s very capable at Full HD, especially in popular (and relatively lightweight) games like Fortnite. With one of these chips, you may be able to skip the discrete graphics card and save money on your next gaming PC. Or you can use your graphics card to build an ultra-small, power-hungry media center PC. Whatever your plans for these new CPUs, you’ll need a motherboard. Set up one of the best ASUS motherboards for your Ryzen 7 8700G or Ryzen 5 8600G CPU.
B650 motherboards offer great value for Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G
The Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G both have slots in the AM5 socket, making them current generation AMD motherboards. For these chips, we introduce his value-oriented B650 motherboard. This is because it is very cost-effective. This is definitely a big part of the appeal of these new AMD CPUs.
Our B650E and B650 motherboards come at a lower price point than our high-end X670E motherboards, but come with a wealth of next-generation features. The all-new AM5 socket is an LGA-style socket, so the pins are on the motherboard rather than the CPU, making them less likely to be accidentally bent or damaged. Our lineup offers extensive M.2 slots for your high-speed gaming library, and all ROG Strix and TUF Gaming motherboards offer onboard high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C ports.
B650E and B650 motherboards also support the latest DDR5 RAM. With 50% faster data rates than previous generation DDR4 memory, DDR5 unlocks a new level of performance. Our motherboards also offer a number of hardware and firmware optimizations that allow users to overclock their overclock-ready kits to their absolute limits. Independent reviews show that the Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G love their fast speed and spacious memory pool. If your budget extends to a 32 GB kit of DDR5-6000 RAM or more, this is a good choice.
Undeniable long-term value: TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi
If your top priorities for your motherboard are reliable operation, practical looks, and all-important gaming performance, our TUF Gaming lineup was built for you. We designed these boards to give gamers a quality option that’s ready to go the distance.
If you’re looking for an ATX motherboard, look no further than the TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi. If you’re building a compact machine, the TUF Gaming B650M-Plus WiFi is a great choice. These boards offer DDR5 support, a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for ultra-fast storage, and an onboard USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 USB Type-C® port for fast, versatile connectivity. High-bandwidth 2.5Gb Ethernet provides fast wired network connectivity, and WiFi 6 provides fast and reliable wireless connectivity.
A quick note about PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots: Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G do not support PCIe 5.0. If access to the absolute fastest M.2 SSD on the market is a priority, find a Ryzen 7000 series CPU instead. However, this slot is equipped with a PCIe 4.0 SSD that is fast enough and more affordable, and the integrated heatsink keeps it cool for consistent performance.
| TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi | TUF Gaming B650M-Plus WiFi | |
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| size | ATX | Micro ATX |
| memory | 4 x DIMMs, up to 128GB, DDR5 | |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x16) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (max @x4) |
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| storage | 1 x 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) 1 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
1 x 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| networking | 1 x 2.5Gb Ethernet WiFi 6 |
1 x 2.5Gb Ethernet WiFi 6 |
| audio | Realtek ALC S1200A | Realtech ALC897 |
| USB4® support | 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header | |
| Rear I/O | 3.2 Gen 2×2: 1 x USB Type-C® 3.2 Gen 2: USB Type-A x 2, USB Type-C® x 1 2.0: 4 x USB Type A |
3.2 Gen 2×2: 1 x USB Type-C® 3.2 Gen 2: 2 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1: 1 x USB Type-A 2.0: 4 x USB Type A |
| Front I/O | 3.2 Gen 1: USB Type-A x 2, USB Type-C® x 1 2.0: 4 x USB Type A |
3.2 Gen 1: USB Type-A x 2, USB Type-C® x 1 2.0: 4 x USB Type A |
| aura | 3 x addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Aura RGB header |
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| cooling | 7 x fan header | 6 x fan header |
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Mini-ITX excellence awaits: ROG Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi
If you’re building a PC for a location where space is the main limiting factor, such as a home entertainment center or dorm room, an ATX system may be too large for your needs. To support your dream Mini-ITX build, we offer ROG Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi. This compact motherboard may easily fit in one hand, but it’s one of the best motherboards for your Ryzen 7 8700G or Ryzen 5 8600G CPU.
As a B650E board, it features both a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot to accommodate the fastest graphics cards of today and tomorrow. Versatile, high-end connectivity choices, including a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port with DisplayPort ALT mode, give you everything you need for your build. Additionally, conveniences such as pre-installed I/O shields simplify the process of building within the tight confines of a Mini-ITX case.
| ROG Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi | |
|---|---|
| size | mini itx |
| memory | 2 x DIMMs, up to 64GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16) |
| storage | 1 x 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| networking | 1 x 2.5Gb Ethernet WiFi 6E |
| audio | Realtech ALC 4080 Savitec SV3H712 amplifier |
| Rear I/O | 3.2 Gen 2×2: 1 x USB Type-C® 3.2 Gen 2: USB Type-A x 4, USB Type-C® x 1 2.0: 2 x USB Type-A |
| Front I/O | 3.2 Gen 2: 1 x USB Type-C® 3.2 Gen 1: 2 x USB Type-A 2.0: 2 x USB Type-A |
| aura | 1 x Addressable Gen 2 header 1 x Aura RGB header |
| cooling | 3 x fan header |
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B650 at a great price: ASUS Prime B650 Plus
Our ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, and ProArt families serve gamers and power users who are ready to squeeze every last drop of performance out of their systems. Our Prime board has many of the same enthusiast features, but is also more than happy to serve as a reliable platform for work and everyday computing. Prime boards are the ideal choice for anyone building an affordable PC that blends all-round functionality with subtle style.
We suggest the affordable and feature-rich ASUS Prime B650 Plus motherboard as the best Prime motherboard for Ryzen 7 8700G or Ryzen 5 8600G. With this ATX motherboard, you can enjoy high-speed wired networking through a Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet controller, PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, and DDR5 support. There’s also a Thunderbolt 4 header that connects to the chassis’ high-speed front panel connector. Everything is wrapped in a space-age themed black and white design, giving it an appealing personality that is easy to coordinate with a wide range of PC hardware.
Future processor upgrades are also easy with our Prime B650 motherboard. BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to quickly update your board’s firmware using just a power supply and a USB flash drive. This paves the way for AMD’s next generation of his Ryzen CPUs to stay up to date while using the same Prime B650 motherboard, as long as AMD maintains backwards compatibility.
| Prime B650 Plus | |
|---|---|
| size | ATX |
| memory | 4 x DIMMs, up to 128GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x16) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (max @x4) |
| storage | 1 x 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| networking | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb |
| audio | Realtech ALC 897 |
| USB4® support | 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header |
| Rear I/O | 3.2 Gen 2: USB Type-A x 3, USB Type-C® x 1 3.2 Gen 1: 2 x USB Type-A 2.0: 2 x USB Type-A |
| Front I/O | 3.2 Gen 1: USB Type-A x 2, USB Type-C® x 1 2.0: 4 x USB Type A |
| aura | 3 x addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Aura RGB header |
| cooling | 6 x fan header |
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Find the best motherboard for Ryzen 7 8700G or Ryzen 5 8600G
These three motherboards are at the top of the list of best motherboards for AMD Ryzen 7 8700G or Ryzen 5 8600G CPUs, but they are not the only choices. Our B650 motherboard lineup includes a variety of boards from ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt, and Prime. Click here to see more options.
While it’s reassuring to have all these different models to choose from, we also understand that sorting through all the available options can be a little daunting. We can help. Click here for a brief introduction to our various motherboard product families. There, we will explain the characteristics of each of these families and discuss some naming conventions to help you quickly categorize the various models in each lineup.
