Exciting details about several new ASRock X870E and X870 motherboards have emerged, showcasing fresh designs and an array of features tailored for AMD Ryzen CPUs. These motherboards aim to cater to various budget segments, ensuring every user finds something that fits their needs.
From entry-level to high-end options, ASRock’s latest motherboards promise rich connectivity, advanced power phases, and unique aesthetics. Here’s a sneak peek into four of the standout models:
ASRock X870 PRO RS WiFi
This model boasts a sleek white PCB with grey accents, combining modern aesthetics with affordability. With 14+2+1 power phases and sizable VRM heatsinks, it ensures stable performance. Key features include:
– ATX form factor
– 4 DDR5 DIMM slots
– PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support
– Multiple M.2 slots, including a Gen5x4
– Comprehensive USB connectivity with Type-C USB4 ports
– 2.5G LAN and WiFi 7 adapter
– BIOS Flashback button
ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi
Maintaining a similar visual theme with white accents, this motherboard introduces a few enhancements over the PRO RS. It shares the 14+2+1 power phase design and offers a slightly different port arrangement, expecting to deliver more but at a slightly higher cost. Highlights include:
– ATX form factor
– Robust power phase design with Dr.MOS technology
– Enhanced USB connectivity with multiple Gen2x2 and Type-C ports
– M.2 slots with advanced toolless multi-layer heatsink
ASRock X870E Taichi Lite
For those seeking a premium feel without the full Taichi price tag, the Taichi Lite offers a sophisticated PCB design with 27 power phases. Distinctive features of this model include:
– EATX form factor for more component space
– High power phase design with 110A SPS
– Triple PCIe 5.0 support for cutting-edge expansion cards
– More M.2 slots with PCIe Gen4x4
– 5Gbps LAN and the latest WiFi 7 adapter
– Toolless multi-layer M.2 heatsink and additional troubleshooting features
ASRock X870E NOVA WiFi
Ranking just under the flagship, the NOVA WiFi version brings a similar high-end feature set with a 23-phase VRM. However, it adjusts the expansion slot configuration slightly. Main features encompass:
– ATX form factor
– 20+2+1 power phase setup
– Multiple PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and an extra PCIe 3.0 x1 slot for additional expansion
– Comprehensive M.2 slot options
– Unique EZ Release Design for easier GPU installation/uninstallation
– Advanced troubleshooting tools, such as an error code display and multiple USB ports
These motherboards promise to hit the market officially at the end of September, just in time for the new Ryzen 9000 series processors. While pricing details are still under wraps, they are expected to offer solid competition in their respective segments. Budget-friendly 800 chipset motherboards will follow early in 2025, ensuring even more options for consumers.
