ASROCK B860M Pro RS WiFi
ASROCK B860M Pro RS WiFi
The ASROCK B860M Pro RS WiFi motherboard is designed for the Intel 1851 socket and Intel B860 chipset. It features an mATX format and supports four DDR5 memory modules with overclocking capabilities up to 8666MHz. It has one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, several M.2 slots for PCIe Gen5, and integrated Wi-Fi 6E 802.11axe. For connectivity, it offers 2.5Gbps LAN, ensuring high throughput and a stable connection even during demanding tasks.
Intel B860
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
mATX (Micro ATX)
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASROCK B860M Pro RS WiFi motherboard
- Support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors on the LGA1851 socket with an integrated NPU for AI acceleration
- Four dual-channel DDR5 slots with overclocking up to 8666MHz via Intel XMP 3.0
- Advanced 10+1+1+1+1 phase power design with Dr.MOS circuits and a six-layer PCB for stable operation
- Storage with one PCIe Gen5 x4 M.2 slot reaching 128Gb/s and two PCIe Gen4 x4 slots
- Comprehensive connectivity including Wi-Fi 6E 802.11axe, Bluetooth 5.3, and Realtek 2.5Gbps LAN with Dragon software
- USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C with a 20Gb/s transfer speed and HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 graphics outputs
- Aluminium power supply heatsinks and a lower M.2 heatsink to efficiently dissipate heat under high load.
Performance and stability
The ASROCK B860M Pro RS WiFi motherboard is built on a 10+1+1 phase VRM design, which ensures a stable power supply for the CPU and other components. This design provides options for overclocking, even under demanding conditions like professional applications. With advanced Dr. MOS technology for intelligent load distribution and temperature optimisation, this board delivers high performance with minimal temperatures.
Cooling and design
For effective cooling, the board is equipped with aluminium heatsinks and an M.2 heatsink, which ensures optimal temperatures during high workloads. A temperature management system and advanced cooling ensure stable performance even during intensive operations. This board also comes with a modern design and support for RGB lighting customisation, which lets users personalise the look of their PC build.
Connectivity and interfaces
The ASROCK B860M Pro RS WiFi motherboard features a wide range of connectors and interfaces for connecting various devices. It supports Wi-Fi 6E for fast wireless connectivity on the 6GHz frequency and 2.5Gb/s LAN for a stable and fast internet connection. The board also offers a host of USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C for fast data transfer, and HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 for high-quality video output.
Port selection
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 3
- M.2 Slot 1 - M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- 2× M.2 Slot 2 - M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 2
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 1
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 1: 1
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 3
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Audio
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm Jack (Line in, Front Speaker, Microphone)
Other
- Rear: RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps, BIOS Flashback, 2× Wi-Fi antenna
- Internal: RGB LED header (1× 12V), Addressable RGB LED header (3× 5V), TPM header, SPI TPM header
- Power: 24pin, 8pin
- Cooling: PWM FAN (4-pin) - 6, Water pump - 4-pin
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it's important to pay particular attention to the motherboard's socket type, form factor and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the remaining connectors dictate the other components you'll need for your future computer.Specifications
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
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