The ASUS B860M-BRO is a micro-ATX motherboard engineered for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), offering PCIe 5.0 M.2 storage, DDR5 support, and USB 10Gbps connectivity for a modern LGA1851 build.
Specifications
| Chipset | Intel B860 |
| Socket | LGA1851 (Intel Core Ultra Series 2) |
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX |
| Memory | 2x DDR5 DIMM, up to 128GB, up to 8800+MT/s (OC) |
| Storage | M.2_1 PCIe 5.0 x4, M.2_2 PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| VRM | 6+1+1+1 Phase Digital Power Design |
| Expansion | 1x PCIe 4.0 x16, 2x PCIe 4.0 x1 |
| Rear I/O | HDMI, VGA, 1x USB 10Gbps, 2x USB 5Gbps, 3x USB 2.0 |
| Networking | 2.5Gb Ethernet |
Compatibility: Built for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) on LGA1851 with DDR5 memory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which CPUs does the B860M-BRO support?
A: Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors on the LGA1851 socket, such as the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Core Ultra 5 225F.
Q: Does it support DDR4?
A: No, LGA1851 boards including the B860M-BRO are DDR5-only.
Q: How fast is the primary M.2 slot?
A: The M.2_1 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4, up to a theoretical 128Gbps.
Q: Is this board good for a budget Intel Core Ultra build?
A: Yes, it balances PCIe 5.0 storage and DDR5 support at an accessible micro-ATX price point.
Related Products
- Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus 18-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225F 10-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor
- Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 CL30
See the official manufacturer product page for full technical documentation.
