{"product_id":"msi-b550m-pro-vdh-amd-socket-am4-micro-atx-motherboard-116320","title":"MSI B550M PRO-VDH AMD Socket AM4 micro-ATX Motherboard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMSI B550M PRO-VDH AMD Socket AM4 micro-ATX Motherboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSI B550M PRO-VDH provides a practical foundation for a compact desktop built for work, everyday computing or gaming with compatible components. Combining the AMD B550 chipset with an AM4 socket, it offers four DDR4 memory slots, flexible storage options and PCIe 4.0 support with a suitable processor. Its micro-ATX format gives you room to expand without requiring a full-size ATX build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"MSI B550M PRO-VDH AM4 micro-ATX motherboard\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.syntech.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/B550M_PRO-VDH_MSI_B550M_PRO-VDH_AM4_M-ATX_Motherboard_wr_01-600x600.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Flexible Platform for Your AMD Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from supported AMD Ryzen 5000 Series, 4000 G-Series and 3000 Series desktop processors to match your computing needs. Four dual-channel DDR4 slots support up to 128 GB of memory, giving you flexibility for multitasking and memory-intensive applications. A-XMP supports memory overclocking up to 4400 MHz with a compatible configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage Options for Today and Future Upgrades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo M.2 slots and four SATA ports let you combine SSD storage with additional drives for applications, documents and media. The primary M.2 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 with a compatible processor, while the second supports PCIe 3.0 x4. MSI M.2 Shield Frozr helps manage SSD heat during sustained use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCooling and Power Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMSI Core Boost, digital power control and a PCB with thickened 2 oz copper support the board’s power and thermal design. Dedicated CPU, water-pump and system-fan headers provide connection options for your chosen cooling setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections for Work and Everyday Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGigabit Ethernet provides wired network connectivity, while rear USB ports accommodate peripherals and external storage. HDMI, DisplayPort and VGA offer connections for compatible monitors when used with a processor that has integrated graphics. An internal USB-C connector also supports a compatible case’s front USB-C port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAMD AM4 platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports a range of Ryzen processors for a flexible desktop build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour DDR4 memory slots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accommodate up to 128 GB of RAM for multitasking and future upgrades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual M.2 storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect compatible SSDs alongside four SATA drives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e One PCIe x16 slot and two PCIe x1 slots provide options for graphics and add-in cards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlash BIOS Button:\u003c\/strong\u003e Update the BIOS from USB without installing a CPU, memory or graphics card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGigabit LAN and HD audio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated wired networking and 7.1-channel audio support everyday connectivity and entertainment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\t\u003cthead\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"background-color: #444444; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"background-color: #444444; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eMSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Product Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eB550M PRO-VDH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eDesktop motherboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003emicro-ATX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPU Socket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAMD Socket AM4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChipset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAMD B550\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eAMD Ryzen 5000 Series, 4000 G-Series and 3000 Series desktop processors. 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