ASRock B850M-X R2.0 AMD AM5 Socket Motherboard, Micro-ATX, 2x DDR5 Slots, 2x M.2 Sockets, 2.5GbE LAN, 1x DisplayPort / 1x HDMI Port

The ASRock X-Series motherboard provides a high-value solution, balancing performance and versatility within a compact form factor. It’s highly capable in handling a wide range of tasks, from professional productivity to everyday usage, striking an excellent balance between affordability, reliability, and efficiency.

Features

• Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
• 6+1+1 Phase Power Design, Dr.MOS for VCore
• 2 x DDR5 DIMMs
• Supports Dual Channel, up to 8200+ (OC)
• 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x1, 1 M.2 Key E for WiFi
• Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort
• Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
• 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4)
• 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
• 4 SATA3
• 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (1 Rear, 1 Front)
• 5 USB 3.2 Gen1 (3 Rear, 2 Front)
• 6 USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
• Realtek 2.5G LAN
• Supports BIOS Flashback

Performance

Power Phase Design

Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU, offering enhanced performance for gamers.

Dr. MOS

Dr.MOS is an integrated power stage optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications, delivering higher current and better thermal efficiency than traditional MOSFETs, ensuring enhanced stability.

6 Layer PCB

The 6 Layer PCB provides stable signal traces and power shapes delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for memory overclocking! Thus, it's able to support the latest memory modules with most extreme memory performance!

DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support

Derived from the "built for stable and reliable" designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboard is built with high quality materials, enthusiasts are able to enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are Intel XMP/AMD EXPO capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying and absolutely no sweat at all.

High Speed M.2 Solution

PCIe Gen5 Blazing M.2

The Blazing M.2 accommodates the latest PCI Express 5.0 standard to perform twice the bandwidth compared to previous generation, with a breathtaking 128Gb/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.

Cooling

Aluminum Heatsink

The first thing that catches the eye is the optimized Aluminum Heatsink Design. Heatsinks are crucial for efficient heat dissipation, especially during heavy workloads like gaming or productivity tasks. Motherboard that built with heatsinks can effectively manage thermal performance, hence ensure system stability and durability effortlessly.

Connectivity

Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN

The intelligent 2.5Gb/s LAN platform is built for maximum networking performance for the demanding requirements of home networking, content creators, online gamers and high-quality streaming media. Boost networking performance up to 2.5X the bandwidth compared to the standard gigabit Ethernet, you’ll enjoy the faster and uncompromised connectivity experience for gaming, file transfers and backups.

Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C

Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C header delivers up to 5 Gbps data transfer rate and next generation reversible USB design to the front panel of computer case.

Nahimic Audio

Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant and rich with details.

The Powerful algorithms to ensure the best noise-free conversation, giving a constant vocal level no matter the distance from your mic. The Nahimic audio engine dynamically clear the sound and remove interference noise and lower the voice variation. Result is a better comprehension and less fatigue.

• Static Noise Suppression

Echo Cancellation

Lateral Sound Cancellation

Voice Stabilizer

Sound Tracker, The Sound Tracker is a visual indicator that points out the directions from which predominant sounds are coming. Each sound is properly positioned in 360° on a radar for a full immersion during the game.

Works on any devices! Enjoy the vibrant and high-quality Surround Sound on all your favorite audio devices. Nahimic is compatible with all of your favorite audio tools and ensures the best sound with any of them. Nahimic measure and improve to optimize our technology and offer you the best experience.

Stylish Design

POLYCHROME RGB

This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB headers that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects

SignalRGB

SignalRGB unifies your RGB devices, offering seamless customization, game-reactive effects, macro automation, and system monitoring. The official partnership empowers ASRock motherboards with advanced lighting control, enhances compatibility with a diverse range of RGB devices, and provides greater customization flexibility.

DIY Friendly

Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]

The reinforced steel slot is capable of supporting PCI Express 5.0 standard. The various benefits include:

• Extra anchor points
• Stronger latch
• Ensure signal stability
• Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed

Dual Graphics Outputs

Complete with two types of most used connectors! Packed with a HDMI + DisplayPort combo, you have more graphics output options now.

EZ Setting

Auto Driver Installer

No need to worry about lack of disk drive! Asrock preinstall LAN driver to ensure that you are able to install all drivers needed in an easier way than using SCD.

• step1 : Install Auto Driver Installer
• step2 : Update drivers needed
• step3 : Done!

BIOS Flashback

Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and a power supply. No CPU, RAM or other components are required.

Unique Feature

Superb Productivity

• PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2)
• Dual Channel DDR5

Rock-Solid Durability

6+1+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS for VCore

Ultrafast Connectivity

2.5G LAN

EZ Update

BIOS Flashback Button

ASRock Auto Driver Installer

EZ Troubleshooter
ASRock Post Status Checker

CPU

Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors

AMD B850

Memory

• Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
• 2 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
• Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 8200+(OC)
• Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB
• Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules

BIOS

256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support

Graphics

Integrated AMD RDNA graphics (Actual support may vary by CPU)

1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR, HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz

1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed), supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz

Audio

7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)

Nahimic Audio

LAN

• 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
• Dragon RTL8125BG
• Supports Dragon 2.5G LAN Software
• Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
• Visual User Friendly UI
• Visual Network Usage Statistics
• Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and Streaming Modes
• User Customized Priority Control

Slots

1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode

• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2)
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE3), supports x4 mode
• 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module

Storage

1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode

1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode

4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

RAID

Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices

Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices

USB

3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (Rear)

1 x USB 2.0 (Rear (USB_2))

• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (1 Rear, 1 Front)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (Front)
• 5 x USB 2.0 (1 Rear (USB_1), 4 Front)

Connector

• 1 x Thermistor Cable Header
• 1 x SPI TPM Header
• 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
• 1 x RGB LED Header
• 3 x Addressable LED Headers
• 2 x CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 1 x AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
• 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
• 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
• 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header

Rear Panel I/O

• 2 x Antenna Mounting Points
• 1 x HDMI Port
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports
• 2 x USB 2.0 Ports
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
• 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
• HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

Software and UEFI

Software

• ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
• ASRock Dragon 2.5G LAN Software
• ASRock Polychrome SYNC

UEFI

• ASRock EZ Mode
• ASRock Full HD UEFI
• ASRock Auto Driver Installer
• ASRock Instant Flash

Accessories

• 1 x I/O Shield
• 2 x SATA Data Cables
• 1 x Screw for M.2 Socket

Form Factor

Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.9-in, 24.4 cm x 22.6 cm

OS

Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit

Certifications

FCC, CE

ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)