{"product_id":"asrock-b850m-x-r2-0-am5-micro-atx-motherboard-ddr5-pcie-5-0","title":"ASRock B850M-X R2.0 AM5 Micro-ATX Motherboard - DDR5, PCIe 5.0","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ASRock B850M-X R2.0 AM5 Micro-ATX Motherboard is a compact, AMD B850-based board aimed at builders who want DDR5, PCIe 5.0 capability, and solid connectivity without stepping up to a full-ATX footprint. It suits both everyday productivity users and those running demanding workloads who still need room for dual storage devices, a discrete GPU, and flexible USB options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe 5.0 for GPU and M.2\u003c\/strong\u003e — The primary x16 slot runs PCIe 5.0, and the dedicated Blazing M.2 slot also operates at PCIe Gen 5 x4, so both your graphics card and fastest SSD can use the current generation of bandwidth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDDR5 up to 8200+ MHz with OC profiles\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two DDR5 DIMM slots support dual-channel operation, ECC and non-ECC memory, and both XMP and EXPO overclocking profiles, with a maximum installed capacity of 128 GB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6+1+1 phase power with Dr.MOS\u003c\/strong\u003e — The VCore uses Dr.MOS power stages across a 6+1+1 phase design, built on a 6-layer PCB that ASRock says improves signal integrity, lowers temperatures, and raises energy efficiency during memory overclocking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix storage connections on a Micro-ATX board\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two M.2 slots (one Gen 5, one Gen 4) plus four SATA3 ports give builders plenty of storage flexibility without needing a full-size board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBIOS Flashback for firmware recovery\u003c\/strong\u003e — A dedicated BIOS Flashback button on the rear I\/O lets you update or recover the firmware from a USB drive without a CPU or memory installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolychrome RGB Sync and SignalRGB support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Onboard RGB and addressable RGB headers connect to compatible LED strips, fans, and coolers, with synchronisation available through ASRock Polychrome SYNC or the SignalRGB platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicro-ATX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAMD AM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eChipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAMD B850\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 x DDR5 DIMM, up to 128 GB, up to 8200+ (OC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePrimary PCIe Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePCIe 5.0 x16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eM.2 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 (1 × PCIe Gen5 x4, 1 × PCIe Gen4 x4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eLAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRealtek 2.5G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDisplay Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHDMI 2.1 + DisplayPort 1.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with AMD Socket AM5 processors: Ryzen 9000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 7000 Series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Accepts DDR5 ECC and non-ECC unbuffered DIMMs; two slots, max 128 GB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits Micro-ATX cases; also fits full-ATX and larger cases that accept smaller boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Wi-Fi is not included on-board; an M.2 Key E slot is provided so a compatible Wi-Fi module can be added separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ Not compatible with AMD Socket AM4 or any Intel processors — the AM5 socket is physically distinct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ Does not accept DDR4 memory — DDR5 only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact builds that still need PCIe 5.0:\u003c\/b\u003e the Micro-ATX footprint keeps the build small while the primary x16 and M.2 slots run at Gen 5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilders who want multiple storage options:\u003c\/b\u003e two M.2 slots and four SATA3 ports on one board covers NAS-style or media-heavy setups without an expansion card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers who prefer USB-C front-panel connectivity:\u003c\/b\u003e a USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C header is included for front-panel use alongside the rear Type-C port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilders wanting display output from the CPU's integrated graphics:\u003c\/b\u003e both HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K 120 Hz) and DisplayPort 1.4 are on the rear I\/O.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThose who value firmware recoverability:\u003c\/b\u003e the BIOS Flashback button allows firmware updates without a working CPU or RAM installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilders needing on-board Wi-Fi out of the box:\u003c\/b\u003e the board has no integrated wireless adapter; only an M.2 Key E slot is provided for a separate module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFull-ATX builds expecting four memory slots:\u003c\/b\u003e this board provides only two DDR5 DIMM slots, limiting maximum capacity to 128 GB and reducing multi-DIMM configuration options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnthusiasts needing more than two PCIe card slots:\u003c\/b\u003e the layout offers one PCIe 5.0 x16, one PCIe 4.0 x16, and one PCIe 4.0 x1 — not suited to triple-GPU or heavy multi-card expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers requiring 7.1-channel analog audio beyond basic codec output:\u003c\/b\u003e audio is handled by the Realtek ALC897 codec, which is a mid-range solution without a dedicated audio capacitor stage or op-amp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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! Derived from the \"built for stable and reliable\" designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*The addressable RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V\/Data\/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), a max of 80 LEDs and length within 2 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V\/G\/R\/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSignalRGB 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eASRock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB850M-X R2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicro-ATX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eChipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAMD B850\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCPU Socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAMD AM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSupported CPUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRyzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series (AM5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory \u0026amp; Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDDR5, Dual Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDIMM Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e128 GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Memory Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8200+ MHz (OC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory Profiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eXMP, EXPO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eECC Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes (unbuffered ECC and non-ECC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePCIe Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 4.0 x1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eM.2 Key E (Wi-Fi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × M.2 Key E slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eM.2 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × Blazing M.2 PCIe Gen5 x4, 1 × Hyper M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSATA3 Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eLAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRealtek 2.5G LAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eUSB Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, 3 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 2 × USB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eUSB Front Headers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, 2 × USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 × USB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDisplay Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K 120 Hz, HDR, HDCP 2.3), 1 × DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (HDCP 2.3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio, Power \u0026amp; 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