{"product_id":"asrock-b860m-pro-a-lga1851-intel-b860-micro-atx-motherboard","title":"ASRock B860M Pro-A LGA1851 Intel B860 Micro ATX Motherboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ASRock B860M Pro-A is a Micro ATX motherboard built for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) that prioritises memory overclocking performance and stability. It combines a 6-layer PCB design with DDR5 support up to 8666+ MHz and Intel XMP profile compatibility, making it suited to users who want reliable daily performance with room for memory tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-layer PCB for stable overclocking\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dedicated power and signal layer design reduces temperature and improves energy efficiency when pushing DDR5 memory speeds. Pre-tested XMP\/EXPO profiles let you apply performance gains without manual tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDDR5 memory up to 8666+ MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four 288-pin slots support up to 256GB total, with Intel XMP and AMD EXPO profile compatibility built in for plug-and-play overclocking on compatible modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe 5.0 x16 slot\u003c\/strong\u003e — Future-ready expansion for next-generation graphics cards and high-speed storage devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual video outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI and DisplayPort 1.4 connectors allow dual-monitor setups without additional adapters.\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%;\"\u003eSocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLGA1851\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;\"\u003eIntel B860\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%;\"\u003eMemory Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDDR5 up to 8666+ MHz\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 Expansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 x PCIe 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%;\"\u003eVideo Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHDMI, DisplayPort 1.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) on LGA1851 socket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ DDR5 memory modules with Intel XMP or AMD EXPO profiles for overclocking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Single PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics card or NVMe storage expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Memory overclocking carries inherent stability risk; ASRock recommends using pre-tested profiles and Intel XMP or AMD EXPO capable modules to minimise this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ Intel 12th or 13th generation processors — this board requires Series 2 Core Ultra only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ DDR4 memory — only DDR5 is supported.\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\u003eMemory overclocking enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall-form-factor builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-monitor workstations\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\u003eBudget builds without memory tuning plans.\u003c\/b\u003e The Pro-A series focuses on overclocking features; entry-level boards offer the same core socket support at lower cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-GPU or high-expansion setups.\u003c\/b\u003e Single PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and Micro ATX layout limit expandability compared to full ATX or E-ATX boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers upgrading from DDR4 systems.\u003c\/b\u003e Only DDR5 is supported; existing DDR4 memory cannot be reused.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003ePro-A series is designed for enhanced stability, durability, and efficiency, it offers reliable performance, user-friendly features and a streamlined aesthetic, making it ideal for daily use. 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! 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. * There are certain risks involved with memory overclocking and may affect your system's stability.\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\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor \u0026amp; Memory\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%;\"\u003eCPU Socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLGA1851\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;\"\u003eIntel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)\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 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4 x 288-pin DDR5\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%;\"\u003eMaximum Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e256GB\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 Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to DDR5 8666+ (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 Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDual Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; 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