- Supports Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron 12th/13th generation processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR4 memory, up to 4800+(OC) MHz
- High-quality thermal solution: The extended heatsink design and M.2 Shield Frozr shield are built for high-performance systems and uninterrupted tasks
- Latest network solution: Integrated 2.5G LAN provides the best lag-free internet experience
- Lightning M.2: PCIe Gen 4 functionality maximizes performance for NVMe-based SSDs
- Lightning USB 20G: Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port offers a transmission speed of 20Gbps, 4 times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio-grade sound quality
- Multi-GPU: With PCIe slots featuring steel armor. Supports AMD Crossfire
Specifications
Description
Product Details
- Size
- Micro ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- Intel
- Models
- Celeron Dual Core, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Pentium Dual Core
- Supported CPU Generation
- Alder Lake, Raptor Lake
- Socket
- 1700
Chipset
- Model
- Intel B660
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR4
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 2133, 2400, 2666, 2933, 3200, 3200OC, 3333OC, 3466OC, 3600OC, 3733OC, 3800OC, 4000OC, 4200OC, 4266OC, 4400OC, 4600OC, 4800OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 4.0
- 2 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 6 Port
- M.2 Type
- 2 PCIe 4.0 Ports
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 3 USB 3.2 Ports, 4 USB 2.0 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 1 USB 3.2 Port
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- DisplayPort, HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- No
- Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- No
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- Optical S/PDIF
Top Specs
- Memory
- -
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.
Description
The MSI MAG B660M Mortar DDR4 motherboard is designed for users who want to build a compact desktop system with an Intel processor on the LGA 1700 socket, focusing on gaming and performance. It offers advanced capabilities and features for gaming and performance, while also providing stable and reliable operation.
It features a modern design with support for technologies such as PCIe 4.0, USB 3.2 Gen2 for fast data transfer rates. Additionally, it offers high-quality audio with Audio Boost 5, while the advanced thermal design and durable solid capacitors help maintain system stability and performance.
The MSI MAG B660M Mortar DDR4 offers support for overclocking technologies, such as the MSI BIOS tool with the ability to adjust the processor and memory timings for higher operating speeds. Additionally, it provides multiple communication ports, such as USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C and USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, as well as multiple storage slots, such as M.2 and SATA, for flexible system storage expansion.
It is ideal for building gaming systems with smaller sizes, such as micro-ATX or mini-ITX, and is aimed at users seeking high performance and rich features.
Users who have purchased it stand out mainly because it has a satisfactory number of ports and the BIOS offers a variety of functions.
- Supports Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron 12th/13th generation processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR4 memory, up to 4800+(OC) MHz
- High-quality thermal solution: The extended heatsink design and M.2 Shield Frozr shield are built for high-performance systems and uninterrupted tasks
- Latest network solution: Integrated 2.5G LAN provides the best lag-free internet experience
- Lightning M.2: PCIe Gen 4 functionality maximizes performance for NVMe-based SSDs
- Lightning USB 20G: Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port offers a transmission speed of 20Gbps, 4 times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio-grade sound quality
- Multi-GPU: With PCIe slots featuring steel armor. Supports AMD Crossfire
Motherboard Cooling
With more processor cores, thermal design and power design are more important to ensure that the temperature remains lower. MSI's extended PWM heatsink and improved circuit design ensure that even high-spec Intel CPUs will operate at full speed with MSI motherboards.
M.2 Shield FROZR
The fastest SSDs in the world may start to reduce their performance when they heat up. Part of the motherboard's cooling design, the M.2 Shield FROZR is the next-generation thermal solution for avoiding this phenomenon, offering the best thermal protection to ensure that the SSD maintains maximum performance.
Lightning Gen 4
Using Intel Core 12th and 13th generation processors, MSI B660 motherboards feature the latest Lightning Gen 4 M.2, which is the fastest integrated storage solution on the market with transfer speeds of up to 64 Gb/s.
The MSI Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E is the latest and fastest PCI-E data transfer solution with a 64GB/s one-way transfer bandwidth that has doubled compared to the previous generation. PCIe 4.0 maintains both backward and forward compatibility with older and newer specifications. Optimized with a steel armor design, you can enjoy next-generation devices without compromise.
Save
The MSI B660 motherboards support all the latest storage standards, allowing users to connect any high-speed storage device. The higher efficiency makes your work easier.
Intel Optane
Users of computers can now enjoy the performance of an SSD on their hard drive by combining it with the new Intel Optane memory device. Intel Optane technology provides an unparalleled combination of high performance, low latency, high quality of service, and durability.
2.5G LAN
The 2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than the standard Gigabit LAN. It is a premium solution for demanding users.
Lightning USB 20G
The use of USB 3.2 devices has never been faster! The MAG B660 series motherboards offer a wide variety of options for connecting and enhancing USB devices, providing unprecedented USB speeds of up to 20Gb/s when connecting the rear USB Type-C.
With the pre-installed IO shield, it makes the installation process easier and safer. The pending patent design protects the IO ports and also prevents damage from electrostatic discharges, making your motherboard a strong foundation for gaming.
EZ M.2 Clip
The innovative EZ M.2 clip from MSI helps you install an M.2 SSD quickly and effortlessly.
Ports
- USB 2.0 Port
- DisplayPort 1.4
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A
- 2.5G LAN Port
- HD Audio Connectors
- HDMI 2.1 Port
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C
- Optical S/PDIF OUT
Internal Connections
- 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
- 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 2x M.2 slots (M-Key)
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C connector
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
- 2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
- 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
- 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
- 2x 4-pin system fan connectors
- 1x Front panel audio connector
- 2x System panel connectors
- 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
- 1x Clear CMOS jumper
- 1x TPM module connector
- 1x TBT connector (supports RTD3)
- 1x Tuning Controller connector
- 4x EZ Debug LED
- 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
- 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors