The MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI is a performance-oriented ATX motherboard based on the AMD B850 chipset, tailored for Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors on the AM5 platform. With a 14-phase Duet Rail power system featuring 80A Smart Power Stages and dual 8-pin CPU connectors, its robust VRM design ensures stable power delivery even under heavy loads

The board supports up to 256 GB of DDR5 memory, with overclocking capabilities up to 8400+ MT/s in single-DIMM configurations. Expansion options include a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen graphics and three additional M.2 slots (two Gen5 x4, two Gen4) along with four SATA 6 Gb/s ports.

For connectivity, the MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI includes full-speed Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and a 5 Gbps Ethernet port via a Realtek controller. The rear panel offers a healthy selection of high-speed USB ports: one 20 Gbps Type‑C (via front-panel header) and three 10 Gbps Type‑C ports on the back, in addition to USB‑A ports across various speed tiers.

Thermal management is addressed with high-performance Frozr heatsinks, 7 W/mK thermal pads, and tool-free EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, enhanced by an EZ PCIe Release lever for easy GPU swaps. Audio capabilities include 7.1-channel HD sound powered by Realtek’s ALC4080 and Audio Boost 5 circuitry, including optical S/PDIF output.

In independent testing, the board received praise for delivering strong performance, competitive features, and excellent value for money in the ~$230 segment, including ample USB connectivity and future-proof storage and networking.

Overall, the MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI combines a durable build, advanced thermal and power delivery, next-gen connectivity, and user-friendly design into a compelling package for gaming and high-performance builds.