Asrock Z890 Riptide WiFi Motherboard

Asrock Z890 Riptide WiFi Motherboard:

The Asrock Z890 Riptide WiFi Motherboard is named after the powerful Riptide water current, embodying both calm stability and unlimited strength. This motherboard is built around robust gaming-related features, delivering a powerful smash and immersing users in a sense of unwavering stability. It supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) with the LGA1851RL-ILM socket. Furthermore, it integrates cutting-edge technologies to provide superb productivity, rock-solid durability, and ultrafast gaming capabilities for the most demanding users.

Superb Productivity and Rock-Solid Durability:

This motherboard offers superb productivity with PCIe Gen5 support for both graphics and M.2 SSDs, ensuring blazing-fast data transfer speeds. It boasts Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology with four DIMM slots, supporting up to 256GB of non-ECC, un-buffered memory at speeds up to 9466MHz+(OC). Moreover, it includes dual Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C Ports, delivering an ultrafast 40 Gb/s for versatile connectivity and efficient workflows. For rock-solid durability, the Z890 Riptide WiFi features a Server-Grade Low-Loss PCB and an 18+1+1+1+1 Power Phase design with 80A SPS for VCore+GT+SA, complemented by an Enlarged Heatsink Armor. Additionally, Memory OC Shield and 20K Long-lasting Black Caps further enhance system stability and lifespan.

The Z890 Riptide WiFi ensures ultrafast gaming and connectivity with Killer 2.5G LAN and an 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module. It supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be standards across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz frequency bands, including 320MHz channel bandwidth with 6GHz. Furthermore, it offers ASRock Lightning Gaming Ports for optimized peripheral performance. Convenient EZ Update features include a BIOS Flashback Button and ASRock Auto Driver Installer, simplifying system management. For troubleshooting, the ASRock Post Status Checker provides quick diagnostics. This motherboard fully supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2), including Intel® Hybrid Technology, Turbo Boost Max 3.0, Thermal Velocity Boost, Adaptive Boost Technology, and an integrated NPU for dedicated AI acceleration.

Extensive Storage and Advanced Audio:

Storage options are highly comprehensive on the Z890 Riptide WiFi. It features one Blazing M.2 Socket (PCIe Gen5x4) for up to 128 Gb/s speeds, and four Hyper M.2 Sockets (PCIe Gen4x4). One of these Hyper M.2 sockets also supports SATA3 6.0 Gb/s. Additionally, four SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors provide traditional storage capabilities. The motherboard supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for both SATA and M.2 NVMe storage devices, ensuring data redundancy and performance. Display connectivity is robust, offering 1 x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K 120Hz) and 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz).

The motherboard provides a wide array of USB ports for all your peripheral needs. These include two rear Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C ports, one front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20 Gb/s), two rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, eight USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 4 Front), and six USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front). All USB ports support ESD Protection for enhanced durability. For audio, it features 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec), Impedance Sensing on the Rear Out port, Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel, and Nahimic Audio. These features deliver an immersive audio experience for gaming and multimedia. Multiple fan connectors (2 CPU, 4 Chassis, 1 AIO Pump, 1 Water Pump) with Smart Fan Speed Control ensure optimal thermal management, while the rear panel also includes a BIOS Flashback Button for convenient updates.

Explore compatible Intel Motherboards or other Motherboard options. You can also find compatible Intel Processors for this socket. Find full details on the official Asrock Z890 Riptide WiFi product page.

Specifications:

• CPU: Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851RL-ILM)
• Chipset: Intel® Z890
• Memory: Dual Channel DDR5 Memory, 4 x DIMM Slots, Max. 256GB, up to 9466MHz+(OC)
• BIOS: 256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
• Graphics: Intel® Xe LPG Graphics Architecture (via CPU integrated graphics)
• Display Outputs: 1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4
• Audio: 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec), Nahimic Audio
• LAN: Killer 2.5G LAN (Killer E3100G)
• Wireless LAN: 802.11be 2×2 Wi-Fi 7 Module, Bluetooth 5.4
• PCIe Slots (CPU): 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot
• PCIe Slots (Chipset): 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (x4 mode), 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot, 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E for WiFi/BT)
• M.2 Storage (CPU): 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (PCIe Gen5x4), 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (PCIe Gen4x4)
• M.2 Storage (Chipset): 3 x Hyper M.2 Sockets (PCIe Gen4x4), 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (SATA3 & PCIe Gen4x4)
• SATA Ports: 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
• RAID Support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 for SATA and M.2 NVMe
• Rear USB: 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1, 2 x USB 2.0
• Front USB Headers: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1, 2 x USB 2.0
• Fan Connectors: 2 x CPU, 4 x Chassis, 1 x AIO Pump, 1 x Water Pump (all 4-pin)
• RGB/Addressable LED Headers: 1 x RGB LED, 3 x Addressable LED
• Power Connectors: 1 x 24 pin ATX (Hi-Density), 2 x 8 pin 12V (Hi-Density)
• Rear Panel I/O Features: BIOS Flashback Button, Optical SPDIF Out
• Form Factor: ATX (12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm), 2oz Copper PCB
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows® 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit
• Certifications: FCC, CE, ErP/EuP ready
• Model Number/SKU: 90-MXBPB0-A0UAYZ
• EAN/UPC: 4710483949647