Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 Motherboard with PCIe 4.0 M.2

The Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 is a straightforward motherboard that hits the sweet spot for a mid-range AMD build. You pick this board because it gives you the essential modern feature of PCIe 4.0 for a fast NVMe SSD, while keeping the overall cost down. It supports the full range of AM4 processors, so you can use anything from a Ryzen 3 to a Ryzen 9, though it's best suited for the 5000 series to that top storage speed. What stands out are the practical inclusions: two M.2 slots (one Gen4, one Gen3) and a useful spread of USB ports, including a front-panel Type-C header. The layout is clean and it has the four RAM slots you'd expect. The limitations are where you'd expect for the price. The audio uses the older Realtek ALC887 codec, which is fine for most but not for audiophiles, and the rear I/O is functional but not flashy. At $89.99, this is a compelling buy. It delivers the core B550 features most people need without extra cost for RGB or excessive heatsinks. It's a reliable foundation for a gaming PC or a general-use workstation where you want fast storage without overspending on the motherboard itself.