Chinese PC hardware makers are finally pushing AMD AM5 motherboard prices into territory budget builders have been waiting for. A new pair of entry-level micro-ATX boards based on AMD’s B850 and B650E chipsets has arrived at well under $100, while still offering the kind of core features many gamers and DIY builders actually care about—modern connectivity, high-speed DDR5 support, and next-gen storage options.
One manufacturer, JGINYUE, has added two fresh models to its Aurora series: the B850M Aurora-B and the B650EM Aurora. On paper, these two motherboards are extremely close in specifications, making the decision mostly about chipset preference and aesthetics. The B850 version comes in black, while the B650E version goes with a white design—useful for builders aiming for a matching blacked-out rig or a white-themed setup.
Despite the low cost, both boards stick with the AM5 socket and list support for AMD Ryzen 9000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 7000 processors. Power delivery is handled by an 8+2+1 phase DrMOS VRM design, and CPU power is supplied via a single 8-pin EPS connector—simple, familiar, and suitable for mainstream builds.
Memory support is also surprisingly ambitious for the price category. Each motherboard includes two DDR5 DIMM slots, with support rated up to 96GB total capacity and speeds up to 8000 MT/s when overclocked. For anyone building a compact gaming PC or a value-focused productivity system, that kind of DDR5 headroom helps keep the platform feeling modern and upgrade-friendly.
Expansion and storage are where these boards try to punch above their weight. You get two full-length PCIe x16 slots (with PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support depending on configuration) and three M.2 slots in total. The M.2 layout includes one PCIe 5.0 x4 slot for the fastest current-generation NVMe SSDs, plus two additional PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots for cost-effective storage expansion. The primary M.2 slot comes with a pre-installed heatsink, and there’s also branded “AURORA” cooling coverage over key areas like the chipset and VRM, which is a nice touch for thermal management in small cases.
Connectivity is solid for a budget AM5 motherboard. Both boards include 2.5GbE LAN, a USB Type-C port, and support for a Wi-Fi adapter using two external antennas. Builders who like adding lighting will also notice four ARGB headers, along with onboard debug LEDs that can help troubleshoot boot issues—features that often get cut first on cheaper boards.
The headline, though, is price. Reported pricing lands at 496 RMB for the B850M Aurora-B and 485 RMB for the B650EM Aurora, which converts to roughly $70 USD. That’s a major drop compared to many entry-level AM5 motherboard options that still hover at or above the $100 mark in the US. For anyone trying to stretch a build budget—especially when CPUs, GPUs, and DDR5 can add up fast—a $30 savings on the motherboard can make room for a better SSD, a stronger cooler, or simply keep the total cost under control.
The catch is availability. Deals like this aren’t widely offered in every region, so getting one may depend on where it’s sold. Still, if these models expand into more markets, they could become some of the most compelling low-cost AM5 motherboard picks for budget gaming PCs and affordable Ryzen builds—especially for builders who want PCIe 5.0 storage support and high-speed DDR5 without paying premium motherboard prices.
