F2A85-M specifications summary

ASUS unique features ASUS Digital Power Design:

- Industry leading digital 4+2 phase power design - CPU Power Utility

ASUS EPU

- EPU

ASUS Exclusive Features

- ASUS USB 3.0 Boost

- ASUS Network iControl*

- ASUS Remote GO!

- ASUS AI Charger

- ASUS GPU Boost

- ASUS TurboV

- ASUS Disk Unlocker

- ASUS MemOK!

- ASUS AI Suite II

- ASUS Anti-Surge

- ASUS ESD

- 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

- ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert

ASUS EZ DIY

- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

- ASUS EZ Flash 2

- ASUS My Logo 2

 

* The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows®

 

XP/Vista operating systems.

ASUS Exclusive

Precision Tweaker 2

overclocking features

- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment

 

- vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.00625V increment

 

- vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.005V increment

 

- vFCH: Adjustable FCH voltage at 0.01V increment

SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)

-APU Frequency tuning from 90MHz up to 300MHz at 1MHz increment

Overclocking Protection

-ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)

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F2A85-M specifications

The Asus F2A85-M is a micro-ATX motherboard tailored for AMD A-Series processors, making it an excellent choice for users who seek a compact yet powerful computing solution. Designed with performance and versatility in mind, this motherboard supports the FM2 socket and is capable of accommodating Ryzen processors with an applicable BIOS update.

One of the standout features of the F2A85-M is its support for AMD's Richland and Trinity A-series APUs, which integrate both CPU and GPU capabilities, providing excellent performance for gaming and multimedia tasks without the need for a discrete graphics card. The board supports up to 64GB of DDR3 memory across four DIMM slots, operating at speeds up to 2400 MHz, allowing for a smooth multitasking experience.

Connectivity is a strong point for the F2A85-M, featuring USB 3.0 ports for lightning-fast data transfers and extensive I/O options. It includes HDMI, DVI, and VGA outputs, enabling users to connect multiple displays easily, which is particularly beneficial for graphic designers and video editors. The onboard 8-channel HD audio with ASUS’ exclusive Crystal Sound technology delivers impressive audio quality for a more immersive gaming experience or lifelike media playback.

The motherboard incorporates ASUS' proprietary UEFI BIOS, which simplifies the overclocking process and allows users to easily customize their computing experience. With features like Dual Intelligent Processors 4 (DIP4), users can optimize power consumption and improve overall system stability.

For storage, the F2A85-M provides six SATA III ports, facilitating rapid data transfer with modern SSDs and HDDs. Its RAID support further enhances data security and performance, catering to users who require redundancy or speed boosts in their storage solutions.

In terms of build-quality, the F2A85-M utilizes high-quality capacitors and components, ensuring longevity and reliability for system builders seeking stability in their setups.

Overall, the Asus F2A85-M is a feature-rich motherboard that combines performance and reliability, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of computing needs, from casual gaming to professional workloads. With its blend of modern technologies and thoughtful design, it stands out as a solid option in the micro-ATX motherboard market.