ASUS B850, B840, & B860 Motherboards Now Available: Budget Options Starting at $200, Strix Series Priced Up to $387

ASUS is set to unveil an exciting array of motherboards, including the B850, B840, and B860 models, during CES 2025. Recent listings on a UK retailer reveal the essential details about eight different models, including their respective prices and expected launch dates. There is speculation that other vendors will follow suit, introducing their B850 motherboards in the same time frame.

ASUS Readies Launch of New Motherboard Lineup at CES 2025

The impending arrival of motherboards powered by the AMD B850 and B840 chipsets, alongside Intel’s B860, has piqued the interest of PC builders and enthusiasts alike. Leaks suggest that price information is just around the corner, and today, we have the first glimpse at these prices, particularly for the ASUS models recently discovered in a UK retailer’s listings.

ASUS B850 B840 B860 motherboard listing early — Image Credit: @momomo_us

Although the retailer’s identity remains undisclosed, the impressive lineup from ASUS hints at the company’s preparedness for the launch of both AMD and Intel processors. This collection features a variety of options catering to different consumer segments, including:

The entry-level Prime series
The budget-friendly TUF series
The mid-range ROG Strix series

A recent revelation by leaker @momomo_us showcased screenshots of eight motherboards, complete with prices:

ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi: £369.99 (~US$465, VAT included)
ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi: £339.99 (~US$428, VAT included)
TUF Gaming B850-Plus WiFi: £289.99 (~US$365, VAT included)
TUF Gaming B850M-Plus: £229.99 (~US$288, VAT included)
Prime B840M-A WiFi: £209.99 (~US$263, VAT included)
ROG Strix B860-A Gaming WiFi: £359.99 (~US$452, VAT included)
Prime B860-Plus WiFi: £259.99 (~US$327, VAT included)
Prime B860M-K: £189.99 (~US$239, VAT included)

When excluding the 20% VAT, the prices for these motherboards appear more appealing, with entry-level options like the ASUS Prime B860M-K starting at around $200. Additionally, soon-to-launch B840 boards may come in smaller form factors, potentially priced below $200. The B850 and B840 are AMD’s chipsets, while the B860 is tailored for Intel, aligning with their Core Ultra 200 processors.

Prices may fluctuate until the official launch, but these listings provide a preliminary overview of the anticipated costs for the budget-friendly 800 series chipsets. Notably, the AMD B850 series will debut on January 6, 2025, at CES, while the Intel B860 motherboards are expected to be revealed a week later.

This timeline suggests that other Intel board manufacturers might unveil their models on January 13, potentially keeping pace with AMD’s announcements. Recent leaks have already highlighted the designs and features of both ASUS and Gigabyte’s upcoming B850 and B840 motherboards.

For the latest updates, follow the link: @momomo_us

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