Gigabyte B850M D3HP DDR5 AM5 Micro ATX Motherboard

CPU socket

Memory generation

Memory slots

Physical storage positions

Match the Processor and BIOS

The board supports compatible AMD AM5 Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series processors, subject to the exact CPU-support list and required BIOS. Check the exact processor entry and required BIOS version before installation, especially when updating an existing system. With Ryzen 7000 or 9000 processors, the main graphics slot supports PCIe 5.0 x16. Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1 uses Gen4 x8 and Phoenix 2 uses Gen4 x4. A second physical x16 slot provides chipset-connected PCIe 3.0 x4. Plan the graphics card and other expansion devices around those connections, keeping the processor’s capabilities and the motherboard’s physical slot layout together as one platform.

4 Slots for DDR5 Memory

The board uses 4 DDR5 DIMM slots with dual-channel support. Select a compatible kit from the manufacturer’s memory guidance and fit the modules in the recommended positions. Memory profiles and attainable speed depend on the CPU, installed BIOS and module arrangement; a kit’s advertised profile does not guarantee the same operating speed with every system configuration.

Plan the Storage Positions

CPU-connected M2A_CPU supports Gen5 x4 with Ryzen 7000 or 9000 processors and Gen4 with the applicable Ryzen 8000 processors. M2B_CPU supports up to Gen4 x4, reduced to x2 with a Phoenix 2 processor. The board also provides 4 SATA 6Gb/s ports. Check the slot-sharing conditions before choosing the positions for the boot SSD, additional storage and expansion cards. The number of physical connectors should be considered alongside any shared lanes or processor-generation requirements in the board’s supported configuration.

Network Connections for the Desk

Realtek Gigabit Ethernet provides the wired network connection. No onboard Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module is included. The available connection speed also depends on the surrounding network, connected router or switch, operating system and driver support. Choose the network path around the system’s intended use, leaving access to the rear connectors and any wireless antennas in the completed desk arrangement.

Display, USB and Audio Connections

The board provides HDMI and two DisplayPort connectors. The motherboard display outputs require a supported processor with integrated graphics. 1 × USB 5Gbps Type-C, 3 × USB 5Gbps Type-A and 2 × USB 2.0 Type-A are available on the rear panel. Realtek High Definition Audio supplies onboard audio. Match each external device with the port’s supported function, including the display cable, audio connection and data interface needed for the equipment being used.

Motherboard

GIGABYTE B850M D3HP

Chipset

B850

CPU socket

AM5

Which processors can be installed?

compatible AMD AM5 Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series processors, subject to the exact CPU-support list and required BIOS. Check the exact CPU-support list and required BIOS.

Which memory generation is required?

DDR5 desktop DIMMs, with 4 slots and dual-channel support. The kit must be compatible with the CPU and motherboard.

How is M.2 storage configured?

CPU-connected M2A_CPU supports Gen5 x4 with Ryzen 7000 or 9000 processors and Gen4 with the applicable Ryzen 8000 processors. M2B_CPU supports up to Gen4 x4, reduced to x2 with a Phoenix 2 processor.

What network connections are included?

Realtek Gigabit Ethernet. No onboard Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module is included.

Can every supported CPU use the display outputs?

No. The motherboard’s display outputs require a supported CPU with integrated graphics.