MSI
MSI B860M GAMING PLUS WIFI Motherboard
Engineered for the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2), the MSI B860M GAMING PLUS WIFI motherboard is a Micro-ATX powerhouse. It features a robust 12+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power System and advanced cooling for stable, high-performance gaming. Connectivity is cutting-edge with Thunderbolt™ 4, Intel® Killer™ 5G LAN, and Wi-Fi 7. Storage is optimized with a PCIe 5.0 slot and a Gen5 M.2 slot for blazing-fast data access. MSI's EZ DIY features ensure a smooth build process, complemented by Audio Boost for a premium sound experience, making it an ideal foundation for a top-tier gaming rig.
$209.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
159
/ 759
#159 in Motherboards
Price vs Category Average
-37%
Below average
CPU Socket
1851
/ LGA
Who it's for
- Integrated High-Speed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Robust Power Delivery System (VRMs)
- Excellent Value for Gaming Builds
Who should skip it
- CPU Overclocking Limitations
- Micro-ATX Expansion Constraints
- Limited High-End Connectivity
Key Specs
CPU Socket
LGA 1851
Chipset
Intel B860
Form Factor
Micro-ATX (9.60" x 9.60")
Memory Support
Dual Channel DDR5, up to 8600+ MT/s (OC)
Storage
3 M.2 slots (1x Gen5 x4, 2x Gen4), 4x SATA 6Gbps ports
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
Networking
Intel Killer 5G LAN, Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 be)
Rear I/O includes
1x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), 1x USB 10Gbps Type-A
Features
- Supports next-gen Intel Core Ultra Processors
- Blazing-fast DDR5 memory support
- Ultra-fast networking with Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN
- High-speed connectivity via Thunderbolt 4
- Robust power delivery for stable performance
- Lightning-fast storage with PCIe 5.0
- Enhanced cooling with Frozr Guard
- Studio-grade audio experience
What customers say
Customers highly value the MSI B860M GAMING PLUS WIFI for its exceptional feature set relative to its competitive price, establishing strong value. Reviewers consistently praise the robust Voltage Regulator Modules, which ensure stable power delivery for demanding processors. Integrated Wi-Fi 6/6E connectivity is a major convenience, offering reliable, high-speed wireless networking immediately. While the board offers excellent stability and performance for mainstream gaming builds, some users note the BIOS interface requires a learning curve compared to competitors. Minor critiques also mention limitations in fan headers and M.2 slot placement. Overall, the consensus points to a highly reliable foundation delivering great performance.
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