Name: ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi Mini-ITX DDR5 AM5 Motherboard
Brand: ASROCK
SKU: TF-MBASR-B850ILW
Price: 191.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi PHANTOM GAMING AMD AM5 Socket Motherboard

ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi Mini-ITX DDR5 AM5 Motherboard

£191.99 Inc. VAT

The ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi is a Mini-ITX motherboard for AM5 processors, with DDR5 memory support. The specifications below distinguish storage sockets, expansion slots and rear connections.

Specifications

Model & Compatibility

Model	ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi
Chipset	AMD B850
CPU socket	AM5
Supported processors	Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
Form factor / dimensions	Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm

Memory

Memory slots	2 × DDR5 DIMM; dual channel
Maximum capacity	128 GB
Memory data rate	Up to DDR5-8200 (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
Chipset:
1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module
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 Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode
2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
M2_1 is the first priority for M.2 installation.
M2_1 will run at Gen5x4 with 9000 and 7000 series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1 and Phoenix 2) series processors.
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks

Network & Audio

Ethernet	2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s Killer E3100G
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth	802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E Module Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe Supports Dual-Band 2x2 with extended 6GHz band support 2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology Supports Bluetooth 5.2 Supports MU-MIMO Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz band) will be supported by Microsoft Windows 11. The availability 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. A 6GHz compatible router is required for 6E functionality.
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 Optical SPDIF Out Port
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (DP-alt mode supports DP1.4a.)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Port
4 x USB 2.0 Ports
1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
1 x BIOS Flashback Button
1 x Line Out Jack (Gold Audio Jack)
1 x Microphone Input Jack (Gold Audio Jack)

USB32_23 are Lightning Gaming Ports.
USB32_TC1 supports a maximum speed of 40 Gb/s with selected processors. DP-alt mode supports DP1.4a.

Internal Connections

Internal USB headers	1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 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
Power connectors	1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
Fan / pump headers	1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) 1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) 1 x AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
Lighting headers	2 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 and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1 and Phoenix 2) series processors.

Package & Identification

Manufacturer-listed accessories	2 x SATA Data Cables 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets 1 x Thermistor Cable
GTIN / EAN	4711581490130