Improvements in trace routing design provide the latest Intel processors with enhanced access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal paths across different layers of the PCB to reduce trace distance and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

Intel 12th and 13th generation processors bring PCIe 5.0 support to the market. PCIe 5.0 offers double the data transfer speed compared to PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new tasks with large data volumes. PCIe 5.0 also brings other advantages, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards, and backward compatibility with previous versions of PCI Express.

The TUF GAMING B660M series features Thunderbolt 4 support via an integrated header. With an Intel-certified add-on card ASUS ThunderboltEX 4 the TUF GAMING B660M-PLUS WIFI can also enable bidirectional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally, this card features a daisy-chain function for connecting multiple displays and supports up to an 8K resolution display. It can also provide up to 100 Watts of power for fast device charging.

PCIe 5.0 is 2 times faster than PCIe 4.0, so we adapted the SMT manufacturing process for the faster SafeSlot to ensure the highest data speeds. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal casing added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Meanwhile, the robust ASUS SafeDIMM cases support and protect memory modules on selected ASUS motherboards, allowing you to install your modules with speed, precision, and confidence.

The Intel WiFi 6 module is compatible with the 802.11ax standard and increases the theoretical maximum bandwidth to an incredible 2.4 Gbps. Perhaps more importantly for power users, it is optimized for more efficient operation in busy networks with a lot of competitive traffic. Pair your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully enjoy the networking capabilities of WiFi 6.