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Asus B760M Max Gaming Wi-Fi specifications and in-depth review

Asus B760M Max Gaming Wi-Fi

Manufacturer: Asus

The Asus B760M Max Gaming Wi-Fi is a Micro-ATX motherboard built around Intel's B760 chipset and the LGA 1700 socket, making it compatible with current-generation Intel processors. The board measures 244 mm × 244 mm and comes with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3 built in, along with RGB lighting and support for easy overclocking. A three-year warranty is included.

On the memory side, the board accommodates up to 192 GB of DDR5 RAM across four slots in a dual-channel configuration, with standard speeds reaching 5600 MHz and overclocked profiles going up to 7200 MHz. Expansion options include one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and three PCIe 4.0 x16 slots, while storage is handled by three M.2 sockets and four SATA 3 connectors with full RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support. Rear connectivity includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, four USB 2.0 ports, HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort output, and a single RJ45 port, with additional headers onboard for expanding USB and fan connections.

Pros
  • Supports DDR5 memory with a maximum capacity of 192 GB across four slots, offering substantial headroom for memory-intensive workloads
  • Overclocked RAM speeds can reach up to 7200 MHz, which is notably high for a B760-based board
  • Three M.2 sockets provide ample options for fast NVMe storage without consuming SATA ports
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 are built in, eliminating the need for separate wireless adapters
  • One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot is available for the latest generation expansion cards
  • Full RAID support across modes 0, 1, 5, and 10 gives meaningful flexibility for storage redundancy and performance configurations
Cons
  • No USB Type-C ports are present on the rear I/O panel, which limits connectivity for modern peripherals
  • The board lacks a dual BIOS and does not offer a dedicated CMOS reset button, making BIOS recovery less straightforward
  • No S/PDIF optical output is available for users who rely on digital audio passthrough
  • ECC memory is not supported, ruling out use cases that require error-correcting RAM
  • USB connectivity on the rear panel is limited to two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports alongside four USB 2.0 ports, with no high-speed USB-C or USB 4 options
Who is this for?

This board is a solid fit for users building a capable desktop system around a current-generation Intel processor who want Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 without adding extra cards. The support for DDR5 memory up to 192 GB, overclocked RAM speeds of up to 7200 MHz, and a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot make it well suited to enthusiast builds where memory bandwidth and GPU throughput matter. Its three M.2 sockets and full RAID 0/1/5/10 support also appeal to users who need flexible, redundant, or high-speed local storage configurations in a compact Micro-ATX chassis.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who rely heavily on USB-C connectivity for modern peripherals, displays, or fast data transfer will find the rear I/O limiting, as no USB Type-C ports are present at all. The board is equally unsuitable for workstation or server use cases that depend on ECC memory for data integrity. Those who value simplified BIOS management will also be at a disadvantage, since the board offers neither a dual BIOS nor a dedicated CMOS reset button, making recovery from a failed firmware update a more involved process.

General info:

CPU socket LGA 1700
chipset B760
form factor Micro-ATX
supports Wi-Fi ✓
Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Has Bluetooth ✓
Bluetooth version 5.3
HDMI version HDMI 2.1
Easy to overclock ✓
has RGB lighting ✓
Easy to reset BIOS ✕
Has dual BIOS ✕
has aptX ✕
CPU sockets 1
Has integrated graphics ✕
warranty period 3 years
height 244 mm
width 244 mm
Has integrated CPU ✕

The Asus B760M Max Gaming Wi-Fi uses an LGA 1700 socket paired with the B760 chipset and comes in a Micro-ATX form factor, measuring 244 mm × 244 mm with a single CPU socket and no integrated CPU or graphics. Wireless connectivity is well covered, with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) alongside backward-compatible Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 4 support, plus Bluetooth 5.3, though aptX audio is not included. The board supports easy overclocking and features RGB lighting, while a 3-year warranty is provided. HDMI 2.1 is available for display output, but the board does not offer a dual BIOS or a dedicated CMOS reset button.

Memory:

maximum memory amount 192GB
RAM speed (max) 5600 MHz
overclocked RAM speed 7200 MHz
memory slots 4
DDR memory version 5
memory channels 2
Supports ECC memory ✕

The board supports DDR5 memory across four slots in a dual-channel configuration, with a maximum capacity of 192 GB. Standard RAM speeds top out at 5600 MHz, while overclocked profiles can reach up to 7200 MHz. ECC memory is not supported.

Ports:

USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A) 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A) 0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C) 0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C) 0
USB 2.0 ports 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports 0
USB 4 40Gbps ports 0
USB 4 20Gbps ports 0
Thunderbolt 4 ports 0
Thunderbolt 3 ports 0
has an HDMI output ✓
DisplayPort outputs 1
RJ45 ports 1
Has USB Type-C ✕
eSATA ports 0
DVI outputs 0
has a VGA connector ✕
PS/2 ports 0

The rear I/O panel includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and four USB 2.0 ports for peripheral connectivity, with no USB Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 4, or Thunderbolt ports present. Display output is handled by an HDMI output and one DisplayPort, while DVI and VGA connections are absent. Networking is covered by a single RJ45 port, and there are no eSATA or PS/2 ports on the board.

Connectors:

USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (through expansion) 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (through expansion) 0
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports (through expansion) 0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports (through expansion) 0
USB 2.0 ports (through expansion) 4
SATA 3 connectors 4
fan headers 5
USB 3.0 ports (through expansion) 4
M.2 sockets 3
Has TPM connector ✓
U.2 sockets 0
Has mSATA connector ✕
SATA 2 connectors 0

For internal expansion, the board provides four USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers and four USB 2.0 headers, while higher-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2, Gen 2x2, and USB-C expansion connectors are not present. Storage connectivity consists of three M.2 sockets and four SATA 3 connectors, with no SATA 2, U.2, or mSATA options available. Cooling is supported by five fan headers, and a TPM connector is included on the board.

Expansion slots:

PCIe 4.0 x16 slots 3
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots 1
PCIe 3.0 x16 slots 0
PCIe x1 slots 0
PCI slots 0
PCIe 2.0 x16 slots 0
PCIe x4 slots 0
PCIe x8 slots 0

The board offers a total of four full-length PCIe slots, consisting of one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and three PCIe 4.0 x16 slots. Older PCIe generations — including 3.0, 2.0, and legacy PCI — are not represented, and there are no PCIe x1, x4, or x8 slots present.

Audio:

audio channels 7.1
Has S/PDIF Out port ✕
audio connectors 3

The board supports 7.1-channel audio and provides three analog audio connectors on the rear panel. A S/PDIF optical output is not included.

Storage:

Supports RAID 1 ✓
Supports RAID 10 (1+0) ✓
Supports RAID 5 ✓
Supports RAID 0 ✓
Supports RAID 0+1 ✕

The board supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 (1+0) configurations, covering a broad range of storage setups from performance striping to mirrored redundancy. RAID 0+1 is not supported.

Final Verdict

The Asus B760M Max Gaming Wi-Fi is a competent Micro-ATX motherboard that packs a meaningful feature set into a compact footprint, with standout strengths in memory support and wireless connectivity. DDR5 compatibility with overclocked speeds up to 7200 MHz, three M.2 sockets, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, and built-in Wi-Fi 6 make it a well-rounded choice for enthusiast desktop builds that prioritize modern performance within a smaller chassis. Its rear I/O has some notable gaps — particularly the absence of USB Type-C and the lack of ECC support — which narrow its appeal for certain user profiles, but within its intended scope as a consumer gaming and productivity board, it delivers a cohesive and capable specification set that holds up well for its target audience.