ASUS PRIME B460M-K Intel® B460 ( LGA 1200), M.2 support, DDR4,1 Gb Ethernet, USB3.2 Gen 1 USB Type-A ®, mATX motherboard
Intel® LGA 1200 socket Ready for 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors
Comprehensive cooling: PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert
ASUS OptiMem: Careful routing of traces and vias to preserve signal integrity for improved memory stability
Ultrafast connectivity: M.2 support, 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ® and Intel Optane memory ready
 
ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime B460 series motherboards provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.
 
 
 
 
 
Tune It Your Way
 
Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime B460 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work – maximizing your productivity.
 
 
 
 
 
Cool to the Core
 
Prime B460 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.
 
 
 
 
 
Cooler by Design
 
Prime B460 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert software or via the UEFI BIOS.
 
 
 
 
 
Build on a Solid Foundation
 
Prime B460 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 10th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. A B460 motherboard provides all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.
 
 
 
 
 
ASUS OptiMem
 
Revisions to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.
 
ASUS OptiMem benefits:
Improved memory stability and compatibility
Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
Improved memory frequency margin
 
 
 
 
 
Little Things Make a Big Difference
 
Prime B460 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.
 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding Audio
 
Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.
 
Audio Shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.
 
Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.
 
Premium Japanese Capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.
 
 
 
 
 
Armoury Crate
 
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.
 
 
 
 
 
SafeSlot Core
 
SafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe® slot. Featuring a fortified design that's anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, Safeslot Core provides 1.6X-stronger retention and 1.3X-greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.
 
 
 
 
 
Overvoltage Protection
 
World-class circuit-protecting power design
An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.
 
 
 
 
 
DRAM Overcurrent Protection
 
Short-circuit damage prevention
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.
 
 
 
 
 
Stainless-Steel Back I/O
 
3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.
 
 
 
 
 
LANGuard
 
Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge tolerance
ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.