A decent price for a B660 motherboard is typically around $150 to $200, depending on the seller and condition.
A decent price for a B660 motherboard is typically around $150 to $200, depending on the seller and condition.
I'm checking around for a B660 motherboard with options between $120 and $150. I need PCIe 4 support and either a built-in Wi-Fi slot or a Wi-Fi card so I don't need a USB dongle. What's the typical price range for something like this?
Between $120 and $160 USD based on specific features required. The main concern is identifying suitable models. Every brand offers decent boards, but some also have weaker ones. The Gigabyte B660 Gaming X and the MSI B660-A Pro are the top picks for me, along with their WiFi and mATX variants. The only differences between ATX and mATX versions are minor PCB space and an additional PCIe slot, making them excellent value options. MSI excels in memory overclocking (though non-K CPUs aren’t great here), while Gigabyte performs better in rear IO. I assume both WiFi models use a soldered card, so you can’t add an M.2 E-key adapter unless you buy the WiFi version. This doesn’t mean other strong B660 boards exist; they just usually provide the best value for this board type. If you exceed the price of one, consider switching to a Z690 board instead.
Generally, for mid-range CPUs choose any model that meets your requirements and fits your budget, paying attention to ports or features like RGB. For high-end CPUs, look for boards with solid VRM cooling. I picked the Asus B660M-A D4 WIFI because it offers all necessary ports, solid cooling, good upgrade potential, built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and stays within my budget. Also, personal preference matters. Built-in wireless is similar to using dongles, but I prefer fewer wireless connections to avoid interference with my keyboard or mouse.
Honestly, I’m not too concerned about overclocking, but having upgradability would be great. The current setup with a USB port sticking out isn’t ideal, so I’d prefer a chipset with a built-in Wi-Fi adapter or something similar.
You're in the United States, likely! This location offers Wi-Fi as standard.
It should fit within a price range of $150 to $300. You can choose options like "MSI Pro B660M-A - $140 (WiFi $150)". The I/O panel includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and two USB 2.0 ports. It also has two DisplayPort outputs, two HDMI outputs, and a VRM protected by two large heatsinks. The main M.2 slot has a heatsink, there are four DIMM slots, four SATA ports, a second full-length 16-pin slot, and 2.5Gbps network support, making it a robust board.