The sub-$200 feature outlier
MAG B760M Mortar WiFi
The rare budget Micro-ATX with a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot AND a rear 20Gbps Type-C - with one honest thermal caveat for flagship CPUs.
Our verdict
The B760M Mortar earned Tom's Hardware's Editor's Choice by being the only board in its class with a 20Gbps Type-C and a SATA-capable M.2 alongside PCIe 5.0 graphics. The caveat is equally real: it does not enforce Intel power limits, and under sustained all-core loads a flagship CPU will thermally throttle the VRM. Pair it sensibly and it is a bargain.
Best for: Budget gaming builds on midrange 12th-14th gen chips - the workloads it was built for.
Skip it if: You run a Core i9 at sustained all-core loads - reviewers measured VRM throttling there.
MSI MAG B760M Mortar WiFi
Intel B760 · LGA1700 · mATX · DDR5
$140last verified price - stock has been patchy
Tracked range: $139.87 - $164.61
Today's price is at or near the lowest we have tracked - a reasonable time to buy.
Chipset
B760
Socket
LGA1700
Form factor
mATX
RAM
4x DDR5 to 128GB
Full specifications
| CPU Support | Intel Core 14th/13th/12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron |
|---|---|
| Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Chipset | Intel B760 |
| Power / VRM | 12+1+1 stages @ 75A (per reviewer teardowns), extended VRM heatsink |
| Memory | 4x DIMM, dual-channel DDR5, up to DDR5-7000+ (OC) |
| Expansion Slots | 1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x16, 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| M.2 Storage | 2x M.2 Gen4 x4; one heatsinked, second also SATA-capable |
| SATA | 4x SATA 6Gb/s |
| USB | 1x 20Gbps Type-C (rear), 4x 10Gbps, 2x 5Gbps, 8x USB 2.0 (incl. headers) |
| Display Outputs | HDMI 2.1 (4K60), DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Networking | Realtek RTL8125BG 2.5GbE; Intel Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Audio | 7.1-channel HD Audio with Audio Boost |
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX, 6-layer 2oz copper PCB |
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official spec sheet - always confirm details there before buying.
Why buy it
- PCIe 5.0 x16 and a rear 20Gbps Type-C - unique at this price
- 12+1+1 75A power design with an extended heatsink
- Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5GbE, integrated I/O shield - complete for the money
Think twice if
- VRM can throttle flagship CPUs in sustained multi-threaded loads
- Second M.2 slot has no heatsink; both are Gen4 only
- Budget audio codec and four rear USB 2.0 ports
What reviewers say
Tom's Hardware
4/5 stars - Editor's Choice'An inexpensive option that's well-equipped for the sub-$200 price... the only option that offers a 20 Gbps Type-C port and SATA support for the M.2 socket.' Thermal caveat confirmed: the board does not enforce Intel power limits, and in heavily multi-threaded, longer-running benchmarks it thermally throttled the test CPU - lower the voltage when pairing a flagship-class processor with heavy workloads.
Full review ↗PCWorld
'Overcoming its Micro-ATX format limitations... provides most next-gen features users want while managing to keep the price budget friendly.' Praises the feature balance; knocks the lack of CPU overclocking on B760, four USB 2.0 ports that should be USB 3.0, and no heatsink on the second NVMe slot.
Full review ↗PauseHardware
8/10 - RecommandeSolid build and balanced performance at a reasonable price: robust 12+1+1 (75A) power delivery, DDR5-7000+ OC support, Wi-Fi 6E and 20Gbps connectivity. Weaknesses: mediocre audio codec, no PCIe 5.0 M.2, no heatsink on the second M.2. Notably, their testing found the VRM stayed cool with an i9-13900K - the throttling question varies by test methodology.
Full review ↗Build around it
A full build starting from this board - picks computed from our live catalog, matched to the board's budget class.
CPU
Intel Core i9-14900K
The strongest gaming CPU we track for LGA1700 - score 96/100 at ~$459.
GPU
NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti
The best score-per-dollar in our GPU data - matches the value play this board is. Score 72/100 at ~$370.
RAM
Crucial Pro DDR5-6000 CL36 32GB (2x16GB)
DDR5-6000 CL36, 2x16GB - the cheapest kit on the B760 sweet spot at ~$395. Faster kits are mostly wasted money here.
Case
Phanteks XT PRO
Takes mATX with 435mm of GPU clearance - an airflow pick at ~$60.
Frequently Asked Questions
What CPUs does the MAG B760M Mortar WiFi support?
It uses the Intel B760 chipset on the LGA1700 socket. That means Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) desktop CPUs. Check any specific pairing with our free bottleneck checker before you buy.
What RAM should I put in the MAG B760M Mortar WiFi?
It takes DDR5 in 4 slots (up to 128GB). The sweet spot on B760 is DDR5-6000 - faster kits cost more for little real-world gain. Our RAM advisor picks a kit for your exact use.
Will the MAG B760M Mortar WiFi fit my case?
It is a mATX board. Our case finder filters cases by the form factors they actually take.
How much does the MAG B760M Mortar WiFi cost?
The last first-party price we verified was $140. Across our tracking it has ranged from $139.87 to $164.61. The price on the retailer page is the real one.
Prices are from our latest first-party retailer check and change constantly - always confirm on the product page. Reviewer citations are attributed and linked; we summarize, they tested. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.