ASROCK B860M Pro-A WiFi
ASROCK B860M Pro-A WiFi
The ASROCK B860M Pro-A WiFi motherboard is built on the Intel B860 chipset and LGA1851 socket, designed for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors in a Micro ATX format. It features a 10+1+1+1+1 phase power design with Dr.MOS technology, four DDR5 slots supporting speeds up to 8666MHz (OC), a PCIe Gen5 slot for a graphics card and ultra-fast SSD storage, and comprehensive connectivity including 2.5Gb/s LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, and a wide range of USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C.
Intel B860
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
mATX (Micro ATX)
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASROCK B860M Pro-A WiFi motherboard
- LGA1851 socket with support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, including an integrated NPU for AI acceleration
- Powerful 10+1+1+1+1 phase power design with Dr.MOS technology and a six-layer PCB for stable performance, even when overclocking
- Four DDR5 slots with support for speeds up to 8666MHz via Intel XMP 3.0 and a maximum capacity of 256GB in dual-channel mode
- PCIe Gen5x4 storage with a 128Gb/s transfer speed, plus two PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 slots and four SATA III ports with RAID support
- Dragon 2.5Gb/s LAN with intelligent bandwidth management and a Wi-Fi 6E module with expansion into the 6GHz band and Bluetooth 5.3
- USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port with a 20Gb/s speed and a wide range of other USB ports, including a front Type-C connector
- Aluminium heatsink for effective thermal management and a reinforced steel PCIe 5.0 slot for secure graphics card installation
Memory and expansion slots
The board supports four DDR5 DIMM slots in a dual-channel configuration with a native frequency of 5600MHz and overclocking potential up to 8666+MHz (OC) using Intel XMP 3.0 profiles. The maximum system memory capacity is 256GB. You can boost performance by overclocking the DDR5 memory by activating pre-tested profiles. There is one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot supporting x16 mode and one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot supporting x4 mode.
Storage and connectivity
The M.2 slots are compatible with the modern PCI Express 5.0 standard, which offers double the bandwidth and a transfer speed of 128Gb/s. The board includes a total of three M.2 slots (1× PCIe Gen5x4, 2× PCIe Gen4x4) and four SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Wi-Fi 6E technology extends the spectrum into the 6GHz band, delivering higher speeds, lower latency, and better internet traffic management. The USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port offers a transfer speed of up to 20Gb/s.
Additional features
The board is equipped with Realtek Dragon 2.5Gb/s LAN featuring Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control and optimised default settings for different usage modes, such as gaming, browsing, and streaming. The LAN driver is pre-installed, which simplifies the installation of necessary drivers. The motherboard includes RGB and addressable RGB headers for connecting compatible LED devices such as strips, fans, or coolers. The graphics outputs include one HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G with support for HDR, HDCP 2.3, and a maximum resolution of up to 4K at 120Hz, and one DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC compression and HDCP 2.3 support with a maximum resolution of up to 8K at 60Hz or 5K at 120Hz.
Port layout
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: 3
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 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
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Codec: Realtek ALC897
- Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm (Line in, Front Speaker, Microphone)
Other
- Rear: BIOS Flashback, 2× Wi-Fi antenna, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps
- Power: 24-pin, 8-pin, 4-pin
- Cooling: 2× CPU Fan (4-pin), 3× Chassis Fan (4-pin), 1× AIO Pump Fan (4-pin)
- Internal: COM header, RGB LED header, TPM header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 header
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard (also known as a mainboard), it's important to pay close attention to the socket type, form factor, and chipset features. These are the most crucial parameters, ensuring 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 which other components you'll need for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | ASb860p8 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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