MB Asrock B860M-X GEN5 WIFI LGA1851 2xDDR5 M.2 W6E+BT5.3 HDMI DP mATX

ASRock B860M-X Gen5 WiFi — Compact Motherboard with High Connectivity

For users looking for a stable and powerful motherboard for modern builds, the ASRock B860M-X Gen5 WiFi is the ideal solution. Featuring the Intel B860 chipset and support for Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 2 processors in the LGA1851 socket, this board offers exceptional performance for both professional and everyday use. Support for DDR5 RAM up to 9066+ OC and a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot ensures top performance for demanding applications, while Blazing M.2 PCIe Gen5x4 delivers extreme storage speeds of up to 128Gbps. With integrated Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and Realtek 2.5G LAN, you get a wide range of connectivity options.

Next-Generation Performance and Connectivity

The board features a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, which allows you to connect modern graphics cards with maximum stability thanks to the Reinforced Steel Slot construction. Two M.2 slots — Blazing M.2 Gen5x4 and Hyper M.2 Gen4x4 — provide support for the latest NVMe SSDs, delivering high transfer speeds for both demanding applications and fast system boot-ups. In addition, four SATA3 ports allow you to connect traditional hard drives and SSDs.

Integrated Connectivity and Modern USB Ports

The motherboard supports the latest connectivity standards, including USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C on the rear panel with speeds up to 20 Gbps and USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C for the front panel. There are a total of up to 11 USB ports of various specifications to connect a wide range of peripherals. Network connectivity is provided by Realtek 2.5G LAN for lightning-fast data transfers and Wi-Fi 6E, which adds a 6GHz band for stable and fast wireless connections. Bluetooth 5.3 is ideal for easily connecting wireless devices such as headphones or keyboards.

Cooling, overclocking and RGB lighting

Efficient motherboard cooling is ensured by an optimized aluminum heatsink design and support for PWM/DC fans with detailed settings via the Fan-Tastic Tuning function. For overclocking enthusiasts, the board supports DDR5 XMP & EXPO, allowing easy memory profile settings for higher performance. Polychrome RGB lighting with onboard RGB and addressable RGB headers provides fully customizable backlighting to suit your style.

Technical data

• Power design: 7+1+1+1+1 Power Phase for stable and smooth CPU performance.
• Graphics Outputs: 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort (functionality depends on the processor with integrated graphics).
• Audio: Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec for high-quality audio output.
• Memory Support: 2x DDR5 DIMM, up to 9066+ OC, Dual Channel.
• Network Connectivity: Realtek 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11axe), Bluetooth 5.3.
• Expansion Slots: 1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4, 1x PCIe 4.0 x1.
• Storage: 1x Blazing M.2 Gen5x4, 1x Hyper M.2 Gen4x4, 4x SATA3.
• USB Ports: Rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, 5x USB 3.2 Gen1, 6x USB 2.0.

This motherboard combines performance, stability, and modern features, making it an ideal choice for high-performance builds.