Name: ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi AM5 Micro-ATX DDR5 Motherboard
Brand: ASROCK
SKU: TF-MBASR-B850MRW
Price: 161.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi AMD AM5 Socket Motherboard

ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi AM5 Micro-ATX DDR5 Motherboard

£161.99 Inc. VAT

The ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi is a Micro-ATX motherboard for AM5 processors, with DDR5 memory support. The specifications below distinguish storage sockets, expansion slots and rear connections.

Specifications

Model & Compatibility

Model	ASRock B850M Riptide WiFi
Chipset	AMD B850
CPU socket	AM5
Supported processors	Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
Form factor / dimensions	Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm

Memory

Memory slots	4 × DDR5 DIMM; dual channel
Maximum capacity	256 GB
Memory data rate	Up to DDR5-8000 (OC); depends on the CPU, memory modules, DIMM configuration and BIOS. Check the manufacturer's memory QVL.
Memory profiles	AMD EXPO; Intel XMP

Expansion & Storage

Expansion slots

CPU:
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 Slot (PCIE2), supports x4 mode
Chipset:
1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module
15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)

PCIE1 will run at Gen5x16 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x8 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors.
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks

Storage connections

CPU:
1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode
Chipset:
1 x M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x2 (32 Gb/s) mode
1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode
4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
M2_1 is the first priority for M.2 installation.
M2_1 will run at Gen5x4 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x2 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors.

Network & Audio

Ethernet	2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s Dragon RTL8125BG
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth	802.11be 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 Module Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be Supports 2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz frequency band Supports 160MHz channel bandwidth with 6GHz frequency band 1 antenna to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology Supports Bluetooth 5.4 Supports MU-MIMO The Wi-Fi 7 module is supported by Microsoft Windows 11 only. There is no driver available for Windows 10. The availability of the 6GHz band will depend on the different regulation status of each country and region. It will be activated (for supported countries) through Windows Update and software updates once available.
Audio	7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec) Nahimic Audio

Rear Connections

Rear I/O	2 x Antenna Ports 1 x HDMI Port 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports 4 x USB 2.0 Ports 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port 1 x BIOS Flashback Button HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

Internal Connections

Internal USB headers	2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header
Power connectors	1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
Fan / pump headers	2 x CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) 3 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
Lighting headers	1 x Power LED and Speaker Header 1 x RGB LED Header 3 x Addressable LED Headers

Compatibility Notes

CPU and BIOS	Check the manufacturer's CPU support list and the minimum BIOS version for your exact processor before ordering. A BIOS update may be required.
Display outputs	Motherboard display outputs require a compatible processor with integrated graphics. Their availability and maximum resolution depend on the processor.
Memory and expansion	DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. Overclocked memory speeds are not guaranteed. PCIe lane allocation and storage availability can depend on the CPU and installed devices; check the board manual.
Manufacturer restrictions	PCIE1 will run at Gen5x16 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x8 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors. M2_1 will run at Gen5x4 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x2 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors. Supports 160MHz channel bandwidth with 6GHz frequency band

Package & Identification

Manufacturer-listed accessories	2 x SATA Data Cables 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 1 x Thermistor Cable 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets 1 x Standoff for M.2 Socket
GTIN / EAN	4711581490482