The MSI PRO B850M-A WIFI wins in 1 out of 14 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Max Memory (33% better).
Recommendation
Choose PRO B850M-A WIFI if you want the best overall performance — especially max memory.
| Spec | MSIPRO B850M-A WIFI | MSIPRO B860M-A WIFI |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | ||
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1851 |
| Chipset | B850 | B860 |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX | Micro ATX |
| PCIe Gen | 5 | 5 |
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Memory Slots | 4 | 4 |
| Max Memory | 256 GB+33% | 192 GB |
| Max Memory Speed | 7,200 MHz | 7,200 MHz |
| Expansion | ||
| M.2 Slots | 2 | 2 |
| SATA Ports | 4 | 4 |
| PCIe x16 Slots | 1 | 1 |
| PCIe x1 Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB Type-C | 1 | 1 |
| USB Type-A | 6 | 6 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| LAN | 2.5 GbE | 2.5 GbE |
| Audio | Realtek ALC897 | Realtek ALC897 |
| Design | ||
| VRM Phases | 8+2+1 | 8+2+1 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $150 | $150 |
| Release Date | Jan 2025 | Jan 2025 |
