Open Box ASRock Z890M RIPTIDE WiFi DDR5 PCIe 5.0 mATX Motherboard

ASRock PHANTOM GAMING Z890 Riptide WiFi

Just like a riptide’s hidden strength beneath calm waters, the ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi harnesses raw power and delivers it through advanced technology. Built on the Intel Z890 chipset with support for Socket 1851 and the latest Core Ultra Series 2 processors, this ATX motherboard drives relentless performance through DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0 lanes. With 3 M.2 slots and 2.5G LAN, it surges ahead, providing a torrent of data transfer speeds and unrivaled connectivity. The addition of Thunderbolt™ 4 support and WiFi 7 ensures seamless wireless networking, keeping your system riding the wave of next-gen speed and power.

Power Delivery

The Z890M RIPTIDE boasts a robust 20+1+2+1+1 power phase configuration, utilizing 80A Dr.MOS for VCore. This advanced power delivery system is engineered to sustain high performance during intense gaming sessions, providing stability and reliability under pressure. Whether you're diving into fast-paced action or exploring expansive virtual worlds, this motherboard ensures that your system remains powered and responsive, allowing you to ride the waves of gameplay without interruption.

Memory Overclocking & PCB

Equipped with 4 DDR5 DIMM slots, the Z890M RIPTIDE excels in memory overclocking capabilities. Its 8-layer PCB with 2oz copper enhances thermal performance and signal integrity, enabling you to push your memory to the limit while maintaining system stability. With the Memory OC Shield integrated into the design, enthusiasts can easily achieve optimal memory performance, creating a seamless experience during high-demand scenarios, much like a riptide that flows effortlessly through the ocean.

Express Excellence

The Z890M RIPTIDE is outfitted with a range of connectivity options to support today’s high-performance components. Featuring 1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, it allows for cutting-edge graphics performance. Storage capabilities are enhanced with 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4) and 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), along with 1 Hyper M.2 slot that supports PCIe Gen4 x4 & SATA3. This configuration ensures rapid data transfers and plenty of storage options for your games and applications. With 2 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C ports and a variety of USB connections, including USB 3.2 Gen2 and Gen1, the RIPTIDE provides versatile and high-speed connectivity options. The inclusion of a Toolless Multi-Layer M.2 Heatsink and M.2 Bottom Heatsink optimizes cooling, ensuring that your components stay cool and perform flawlessly even in the heat of the action.
Smooth Heat Dissipation: The M.2 bottom heatsink efficiently dissipates heat from the SSD through the motherboard PCB, optimising performance while ensuring system stability.

Intelligent Cooling Solutions

Aluminium Heatsink: An optimised aluminium heatsink is used for efficient heat dissipation under heavy workloads such as gaming or productivity tasks. This ensures effortless system stability and durability.
PWM/DC Fans: 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 Tuning: The 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

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. Powerful algorithms deliver clear, noise-free conversations with consistent vocal levels, enhancing sound quality and reducing interference for better clarity and less fatigue. The Sound Tracker visually indicates the direction of prominent sounds, displaying them in a 360° radar for complete immersion during gameplay.

User-Friendly Design

With comprehensive control over cooling and lighting, users can effortlessly optimise performance while tailoring their rig to perfection. This board stands as the ultimate ally for creating a unique system, allowing for maximum creativity with minimal hassle.
Colour Your Rig with Ease: Using a thermistor cable and header, you can take control of cooling with additional temperature monitoring. This provides a more tailored thermal management solution to fit your workload and ensures peak performance.
Precise Thermal Monitoring: The ARGB Splitter Cable makes managing multiple ARGB devices a breeze. With a single controller, it splits the signals efficiently, offering a seamless lighting setup that brings a cohesive and vibrant look to your system’s aesthetics.

Pushing the Envelope of Connectivity

Intel Killer E3100: With advanced Intel Killer Ethernet at the helm, every frame and every action feels responsive, providing the edge needed to dominate in any competitive scenario. Enjoy a networking experience that’s as thrilling as the games themselves, turning every session into a high-octane adventure.
Wi-Fi 7: With advanced Intel Killer Ethernet at the helm, every frame and every action feels responsive, providing the edge needed to dominate in any competitive scenario. Enjoy a networking experience that’s as thrilling as the games themselves, turning every session into a high-octane adventure.
Lightning Fast USB4: This motherboard features the cutting-edge USB Type-C interface, capable of blazing data transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps, streamlining your workflow whether at work or home. Experience the seamless fusion of speed and functionality, empowering you to push the boundaries of your digital world.

• Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851).
• 16+1+1+1+1 Power Phase, 80A Dr.MOS for VCore+GT+SA.
• 4 x DDR5 DIMMs Supports Dual Channel, up to 9066+ (OC).
• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16i.
• Graphics Output Options: 1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort, 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C.
• Realtek ALC1220 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio.
• 1 x Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5 x4), 1 x Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4), 1 x Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4 & SATA3), 4 x SATA3.
• 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C (Rear), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear), 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 2 Front), 6 x USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front).
• Killer 2.5G LAN, 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3.