Sitting in MSI’s Gaming Plus line-up, this B850 AM5 board is aimed at mainstream Ryzen builds that want current-gen features without jumping to pricier enthusiast chipsets. It competes with boards like ASUS TUF and Gigabyte AORUS Elite in the “solid all-rounder” bracket, pairing support for Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 CPUs with built-in Wi‑Fi for cleaner, cable-free setups.

Who is this for?

It makes most sense for a fresh AM5 build or a drop-in CPU upgrade where you want modern connectivity and a full-size ATX layout for easier cable routing and expansion. Wi‑Fi 6E is the headline: if your router supports the 6GHz band, you can get less congestion than typical 5GHz networks, which helps with busy households and flats. Being ATX also means more room for add-in cards and typically better spacing around large GPU coolers.

• AM5 + Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 support — a clear upgrade path on the same socket.
• Wi‑Fi 6E built in — useful if Ethernet isn’t convenient, and can reduce wireless interference.
• ATX form factor — better expansion potential than mATX for multi-drive or capture-card builds.