The rear I/O panel incorporates a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, as well as three USB 3.2 Gen 1 and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. Connect displays using the DisplayPort or HDMI outputs. An RJ45 port supports 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, while two antenna connectors enable Wi-Fi 6 connectivity via a preinstalled adapter card that also boasts Bluetooth 5.1. In addition to a S/PDIF port, the rear panel also sports five 3.5mm audio jacks. Relying on the Realtek ALC1200 audio codec, this motherboard supports 7.1 Surround Sound. The MSI MPG B460I LGA 1200 Mini-ITX Motherboard is compatible with Windows 10 operating systems.

Intel B460 Chipset

The Intel B460 chipset supports 10th Gen Intel CPUs using the LGA 1200 socket.

Extended Heatsink

Keep high-end CPUs running at full speed, thanks to the extended PWM heatsink and optimized circuit design.

M.2 Shield FROZR

Part of the motherboard's heatsink design, the M.2 Shield FROZR ensures smooth SSD performance when temperatures rise.

Fan Control via BIOS and Software

MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to four temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.

Automatic Fan Detection

MSI fan headers can automatically detect if a fan needs to run in DC or PWM mode, streamlining the fan tuning experience.

6+1+1 Digital Power System

Combining VRM design with Core Boost, this motherboard is designed to tackle your heavy gaming loads.

Core Boost

Core Boost technology allows for precise and undistorted current delivery to the CPU. In addition to multi-core CPU support, Core Boost also complements CPU overclocking.

Game Boost

Enable one-second overclocking with Game Boost, delivering more FPS for smoother gameplay.

Load-Line Calibration

Load-Line Calibration or LLC ensures your CPU voltage remains stable under any load, including with high-demand performance.

Overvoltage Protection

Overvoltage protection prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical components.

Preinstalled I/O Shield

Providing easy installation, the preinstalled I/O shield also protects ports from electrostatic discharges.

XL Clip

This enlarged PCI-E clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier, while also enabling a more secure connection.

EZ Debug LED

Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.

PCIe Steel Armor Slots

MSI PCIe Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards.

Double ESD Protection

Double ESD protection provides an optimized grounding layer around the mounting holes, preventing static discharge surges from damaging the motherboard.

USB 3.2 Gen 1

Synonymous with USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 1 features a maximum throughput of 5 Gb/s when used with compatible devices.

Mystic Light Sync

A Mystic Light Extension pin header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system, without needing a separate RGB controller. Connect 3-pin addressable LEDs via the 5V JRAINBOW connection and 4-pin RGB components via the 12V JRGB header.

2oz Copper PCB

An enhanced PCB design with 2oz thickened copper increases conductivity, improving heat dissipation and performance reliability during overclocking.

Extreme Memory Profiles

Use Extreme Memory Profiles or XMP to enable auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability.

Opt for Optane

Get SSD-like performance from your HDD by coupling it with optional Intel Optane Memory. Optane technology provides high throughput, low latency, and high endurance.

M.2 Genie

Make setting up RAID 0 on an M.2 or U.2 drive a cinch, thanks to the M.2 Genie.

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6

Get faster transfer speeds with 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet. Or, game wirelessly with Wi-Fi 6.

LAN Manager

MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes latency-sensitive applications for online games.

Isolated Audio Design

Like a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits are located on a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated.

Separate Audio Layers

Using separated layers in the PCB, this motherboard ensures accurate sound quality for both left and right audio channels.

Audio Boost

Audio Boost protects your ears by eliminating those annoying loud popping sounds when you are plugging or unplugging devices or turning your computer on or off.

Front USB Type-C

This motherboard features an internal header supporting a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port.

Specification

CPU

Supports Intel® 10th Gen processors for LGA 1200 socket 

CHIPSET

Intel® B460 Chipset

MEMORY

• 2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB 1
• Intel® Core™ i7 / i9

Supports up to DDR4 2933 MHz

• Intel® Core™ i5 and below

Supports up to DDR4 2666 MHz

• Supports Dual-Channel mode
• Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

EXPANSION SLOTS

1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (From CPU)

ONBOARD GRAPHICS

• 1x HDMI port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @30Hz
• 1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2304 @60Hz

STORAGE

Intel® B460 Chipset

4x SATA 6Gb/s ports

• 2x M.2 slots (Key M)
• M2_1 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2280 storage devices *
• M2_2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4, 2280 storage devices
• Intel® 0ptane™ Memory Ready for M2_2 slot. 2

*SATA4 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.

RAID

Intel® B460 Chipset

Supports RAD 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices

USB

Intel® B460 Chipset

• 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C ports (1 port on the back panel, 1 port is available through the internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C connector)
• 5x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (3 Type-A ports on the back panel, 2 ports are available through the internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector)
• 4x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 2 ports through the internal USB 2.0 connector)

AUDIO

Realtek® ALC1200 Codec

• 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
• Supports S/PDIF output

LAN

1x Realtek® RTL8125B 2.5Gbps LAN controller

WIRELESS LAN & 8LUETOOTH®

• Intel® AX200
• Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
• WiFi 6 Pre-Certified
• Supports Bluetooth® 5.1 , FIPS, FISMA
• The Wireless module is pre-install in the M2 (Key-E) slot

*Only support windows 10 64-bit

INTERNAL CONNECTORS

• 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
• 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
• 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
• 2x M.2 slots (M-Key)
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C port
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
• 1x USB 2.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports)
• 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
• 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
• 1x 4-pin system fan connector
• 1x Front panel audio connector
• 1x System panel connector
• 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
• 1x 3-pin RAINB0W LED connector
• 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
• 1xTPM module connector
• 1x Clear CM0S jumper
• 4x EZ Debug LED

BACK PANEL PORTS

• DisplayPort
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (Type-A)
• 2.5G LAN
• Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
• HD Audio Connectors
• USB 2.0
• HDMI
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (Type-C)
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (Type-A)
• Optical S/PDIF OUT

I/O CONTROLLER

NUVOTON NCT6687 Controller Chip

DIMENSIONS

Mini-ITX Form Factor

6.7 in. x 6.7 in. (17.0 cm x 17.0 cm)