MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK

Name: MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
Brand: MSI
SKU: 864608
Price: 165.9 EUR
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Rating: 8.8 (4 reviews)

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Key specs

	Socket (CPU)	AMD AM4
	Motherboard chipset	AMD B550
	Form factor (motherboards)	ATX
	Total number of RAM slots	4
	Nubmber of M.2 connectors	2
	PCI Express x16 slots	2
	Built-in WiFi

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Pros and cons

According to our motherboard expert

Thanks to the AM4 socket, this motherboard supports 3rd and 5th generation AMD Ryzen processors.
You can connect 2 M.2 SSDs to this motherboard for extra fast storage.
With the reinforced PCIe and DIMM slots, you can place new RAM modules and video cards without the motherboard bending during installation.
The motherboard doesn't have integrated WiFi, which would let you connect your computer to your wireless network.

Description

Note: this motherboard only works with 3rd and 5th generation AMD Ryzen processors with an AM4 socket, with the exception of the 3400G and 3200G.

The MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK is a is a motherboard for hardcore gamers. There are many heatsinks on this motherboard, which dissipate heat better. This means that the parts stay cool, even under the heaviest load. Thanks to the AM4 socket, you can use this motherboard with a 3rd and 5th generation AMD Ryzen processor. There's space for fast storage on the 2 M.2 slots, on which you install fast SSDs. You can connect your video card and up to 4 RAM modules to the reinforced slots. This way, your motherboard stays in an upright position when setting up and connecting. As a true gaming motherboard, this MSI also has RGB lighting. You can set it up yourself via the MSI software.

Tips for using this product

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Manual(9.00 MB)

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Review is 9,5 out of 10.

Topper

connectivity options
build quality
software

good price for a great motherboard

Review by:
Francis
Date:
8 August 2020
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Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,0 out of 10.

Solid with handy software and drivers available

2.5G Ethernet
RGB hardware switchable
Looks nice
90 Degree SATA Cable

Nice motherboard from MSI that is very good in the market in terms of price-quality. I'm not a big fan of RGB states myself. You can easily disable it with this motherboard via a hardware switch.

Drivers and dashboard application are easy to get and also do its thing. Flashing BIOS was a breeze. BIOS itself is also quite advanced (overclocking, XMP profiles, ...).

The only drawback I have experienced for myself is that 1 of the 2 SATA cables has a 90 degree connection. Not a problem in itself, but with the case I use (Fractal Design C) you can place up to 3 HDDs behind the mobo (backplate). So you need straight SATA cables for this.

Very satisfied with my purchase.

Review by:
MrOwner
Date:
30 December 2020
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Review is 8,5 out of 10.

You must know what you are doing

Beautiful design
Easy to connect
Clear manual
BIOS is an old version

Everything in the manual is explained in clear steps, so that the motherboard could be quickly connected and installed. After turning on the system, there was no image. After a long search it turned out to be a known problem and a flash of the BIOS is required. The correct version is quickly found on the MSI site. Would that be why the flash button was placed on the back instead of on the motherboard? After setting up the latest version everything runs like a train and I am very satisfied with the product

Review by:
Timmey
Date:
11 January 2021
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Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	864608
	Manufacturer code	MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
	Brand	MSI
	Warranty	2 years
	Processing of your defect	Carry-in warranty

General properties

General properties
	Suitable casings	Full Tower, Mid Tower
	Form factor (motherboards)	ATX

Chipset properties

Chipset properties
	Chipset brand	AMD
	Motherboard chipset	AMD B550
	Socket (CPU)	AMD AM4
	Chipset cooler (motherboards)	Passive

RAM properties

RAM properties
	Total number of RAM slots	4
	Voltage RAM	1.2V
	Memory speed	5100 MHz
	Number of memory channels	Dual channel (2)

PCIe connectors

PCIe connectors
	PCI Express x1 slots	2
	Version PCIe x1 slots	PCIe 3.0
	PCI Express x16 slots	2
	Number of PCIe 4.0 (x16/x16) connectors	1

Storage properties

Storage properties
	Nubmber of M.2 connectors	2
	Number of M-key (PCIe 4.0) slots	1
	Number of SATA connectors	6

WiFi and Bluetooth properties

WiFi and Bluetooth properties
	Built-in WiFi
	Bluetooth

Video connections

Video connections
	DisplayPort connector
	HDMI connector
	Thunderbolt connector
	DVI connector
	VGA connector

USB connectors

USB connectors
	USB-C ports back panel
	Number of USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports back panel	1
	USB-A ports back panel
	Number of USB-A 2.0 (480Mbps) ports back panel	2
	Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports back panel	2
	Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports back panel	1

Audio and Ethernet connectors

Audio and Ethernet connectors
	Number of headphone jacks	5
	Ethernet port
	Digital optical connector
	Number of digital optical inputs	0
	Number of digital optical outputs	1
	Audio processor	Realtek ALC1200
	Number of audio channels	7
	Number of subwoofer channels	1

Power connectors

Power connectors
	Fan headers
	Number of 4-pin CPU fan headers	1
	Number of 4-pin system fan headers	6
	Number of 4-pin CPU water cooling fan headers	1
	Type of power connector for motherboard	24-pin ATX connector
	RGB headers
	Number of RGB headers	4
	USB headers on the motherboard
	Number of USB 2.0 (480Mbps) headers on the motherboard	4
	Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) headers on the motherboard	3

Other connectors

Other connectors
	BIOS flash button on the motherboard

RGB lighting

RGB lighting
	RGB lighting
	Zones separately lit
	Lighting connectable with peripherals

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RGB lighting

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