ASRock AMD B850M Riptide WiFi AM5 DDR5 PCIe 5.0 Micro-ATX Motherboard
ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi, AMD B850, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, 3x M.2, 2.5G/WiFi 7, USB 3.2 Gen2, AMD EXPO, mATX
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ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi DDR5 PCIe 5.0 AMD MicroATX Motherboard
Edge & Abrasion Riptide embodies the duality of the sea—its calm surface concealing an undercurrent of relentless power. Built on the AMD B850 chipset with AM5 socket support, it surges forward with cutting-edge technologies. Equipped with DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 lanes, and three lightning-fast M.2 slots, this board is crafted for those ready to push boundaries. USB 3.2 Gen2 connectivity, 2.5G Ethernet, and WiFi 7 bring unparalleled data transfer speeds, while AMD EXPO further fine-tunes memory overclocking. It’s a microATX beast built to handle the storm, delivering rock-solid stability and relentless performance in the most demanding gaming environments.
B850AMD Chipset
AM5CPU Socket
DDR5 DIMMMax. 256GB (Dual Channel)
MicroATXForm Factor
Fast. Mysterious. Unbeatable
Phantom Gaming is more than a design—it’s a pulse, a force that calls to those who thrive on the edge of possibility. It’s crafted to stir something beyond the surface, igniting a connection with the relentless pursuit of excellence. Phantom Gaming doesn’t just accompany you; it heightens every second, every shift, every triumph. It’s the passage to unlocking what’s hidden beneath, an invitation into a realm where the ordinary fades, and the extraordinary prevails.
Expertly Assembled VRM
20K CapacitorsThe upgraded 20K Black capacitor is more than just an endurance enhancement, boosting lifespan to 20,000 hours and raising capacitance from 560uF to 1000uF. This upgrade delivers a range of benefits in one compact package: higher capacitance enables more charge storage, supporting the system under heavier loads. Ripple effects are reduced, ensuring smoother power delivery, while stable current output eliminates the risk of voltage instability.
1,000UFCapacitance
20,000HrLifespan
Dr. Mos & Power PhasingBuilt with a robust 12+2+1 power phase design, this board ensures flawless power delivery to your CPU, setting the stage for seamless overclocking and a performance boost that users crave. The enhanced thermal efficiency keeps temperatures under control, even when pushing your system to its limits. At the heart of this is the Dr.MOS integrated power stage, which streamlines current delivery by optimising each phase for superior thermal management.
12VCORE Phases
2SOC Phases
1VDD_MISC Phases
8-Pin PowerFor demanding CPU overclocking, higher currents are essential, and this is where ASRock’s Hi-Density Power connectors come into play. Designed to endure significantly higher currents than traditional 8-pin CPU and 24-pin ATX connectors, they offer improved stability and security. They provide peace of mind to demanding workers and ensuring the system remains cool and controlled, even under intense conditions.
Unlock Memory Overclocking
6-Layer 2oz PCBPower flows through the 6-layer 2oz PCB which stabilises signal traces with precision. It reinforces thermal management and maintains signal integrity, providing a solid foundation for high-performance memory modules. With every current, DDR5 is pushed to its limits, driving speed and efficiency with fantastic reliability, no matter what.
DDR5 XMP & EXPOASRock’s commitment to stability and reliability shines through every layer of its design. By enabling pre-tested profiles, users can push the limits of their system with confidence. For seamless overclocking, ensure that your memory modules are Intel® XMP or AMD EXPO™ compatible.
Pulsing With PCI
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Express ExcellenceASRock's Blazing M.2 technology ignites your system with electrifying speed, harnessing the raw power of PCI Express 5.0 to deliver unparalleled data transfer rates. This lightning-fast performance obliterates loading times, ensuring every task is executed in an instant. Enhanced further by cutting-edge Gen4 capabilities, the synergy between speed and power creates a surge of performance that unlocks the full potential of high-capacity SSDs.
GPU Easy ReleaseRemoving a GPU can be a nerve-racking experience, which is why ASRock have developed a user-friendly latch system so you can gently lift your card out.
Smooth Heat DissipationThe M.2 bottom heatsink efficiently dissipates heat from the SSD through the motherboard PCB, optimising performance while ensuring system stability.
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Aluminium Heatsink The chiseled aluminium heatsink efficiently pulls heat from key components, its dense, cold metal construction ensuring reliable cooling under intense gaming or heavy productivity tasks.
PWM/DC Fan Support ASRock fan headers automatically detect whether fans are running in DC or PWM mode, allowing users to fine-tune the fan curve and achieve quieter operation.
Thermistor Header The thermistor cable and thermistor header provide an additional source for temperature monitoring, offering customised thermal management solutions based on workload. Thermal management settings can be easily configured via Fan-Tastic Tuning or UEFI.
Fan-Tastic TuningThe Fan-Tastic Tuning function enables users to auto-detect the minimum duty of each fan with a single click. Users can also easily adjust the fan curve via the UI, meeting the system's cooling performance and noise requirements.
Nahimic Audio
Audio Matters Nahimic Audio delivers an immersive listening experience that is vibrant and rich in detail, regardless of whether you're using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers.
Clear Communication Powerful algorithms deliver clear, noise-free conversations with consistent vocal levels, enhancing sound quality and reducing interference for better clarity and less fatigue.
Sound Tracker The Sound Tracker visually indicates the direction of prominent sounds, displaying them in a 360° radar for complete immersion during gameplay.
Accelerating Performance
Whirlwind Wifi 7Wi-Fi 7 takes wireless connectivity to the next level by introducing the 320 MHz channel width and Multi-Link Operation (MLO), enabling faster and more stable connections. It leverages advanced features like 4K-QAM and Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) to enhance performance for demanding tasks.
Phantom Gaming 2.5G LAN While perfect for home networks, content creators, online gamers, and high-quality streaming, Phantom Gaming 2.5G LAN is set out from other ethernet types thanks to its automatic game traffic detection and acceleration properties, adding to the board's well-established thirst for brutal and relentless competitive gameplay. Game with stutter free precision and a tactical advantage.
20Gbs USB 3.2 Gen2x2 This board features 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen2x2 connectors, offering lightning-fast data transfers ideal for gaming peripherals, 4K video editing rigs, and high-speed external storage solutions.
Fully Equipped I/O
All the essentials The ASRock Pro-A comes with HDMI, DisplayPort, a BIOS Flashback button, 2.5Gbps LAN, two addressable LED headers, RGB support, and a front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C header, giving you plenty of connectivity and customisation options in a compact package.
INTEGRATED I/O Shield The Riptide slides into your case with style thanks to its pre-mounted I/O shield. Loaded with HDMI, DisplayPort, a BIOS Flashback button, 2.5Gbps LAN, along with various USB and audio ports, there's plenty of room to connect what you need.
Keeping it cool Beneath its thick plated heatsinks, this board is populated with two CPU fan connectors, an AIO pump fan connector, multiple chassis fan connectors and a thermistor header, all of which provide versatile cooling solutions for effective thermal control in your system.
