ASRock X870E Taichi Lite AM5 EATX Motherboard - DDR5, WiFi 7
ASRock
ASRock X870E Taichi Lite AM5 EATX Motherboard - DDR5, WiFi 7
The ASRock X870E Taichi Lite AM5 EATX Motherboard is built for PC builders and enthusiasts who want flagship-chipset performance without unnecessary complexity. It supports AMD AM5 socket processors including the Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series, pairs them with a robust 24+2+1 phase power design, and adds Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, PCIe 5.0 support for both GPU and M.2, and a comprehensive USB lineup in a single board.
Why this product
PCIe 5.0 for GPU and M.2
Two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and one Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4) slot ensure the board is ready for current and near-future high-bandwidth expansion cards and storage devices.
Wi-Fi 7 and 5G wired LAN
802.11be Wi-Fi 7 delivers the latest wireless standard, while the 5 Gigabit LAN port supports speeds of 10/100/1000/2500/5000 Mb/s for demanding wired connections.
24+2+1 phase power with 110A SPS
A server-grade low-loss PCB and 8-layer, 2oz copper construction back a substantial power delivery stage, supporting DDR5 memory overclocking up to 8200+ MHz.
Dual USB4 Type-C with display output
Two rear USB4 Type-C ports run at 40 Gb/s and can drive displays up to 8K 30Hz, doubling as both high-speed data ports and video outputs.
Four M.2 slots plus six SATA ports
One PCIe Gen5 and three PCIe Gen4 M.2 slots, alongside six SATA3 ports, give builders extensive storage flexibility without add-in cards.
ESS SABRE9219 DAC audio chain
The onboard audio path combines a Realtek ALC4082 codec, an ESS SABRE9219 DAC rated at 130dB SNR, WIMA audio capacitors, and Nahimic Audio software.
- SocketAMD AM5
- ChipsetAMD X870E
- Form FactorEATX (12.0 in × 10.5 in / 30.5 cm × 26.7 cm)
- Memory4 × DDR5, up to 256 GB, up to 8200+ MHz (OC)
- WirelessWi-Fi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth
- LAN5 Gigabit (10/100/1000/2500/5000 Mb/s)
- M.2 Slots1 × PCIe Gen5x4, 3 × PCIe Gen4x4
- Rear USB42 × USB4 Type-C at 40 Gb/s
- SKUASR-3340
- EAN4710483947445
- Compatible with AMD AM5 socket Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series processors.
- Accepts DDR5 DIMMs only (4 slots, dual channel, up to 256 GB, XMP and EXPO supported).
- EATX form factor (12.0 in × 10.5 in / 30.5 cm × 26.7 cm) — verify your case supports EATX before purchasing.
- Front-panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20 Gb/s) requires a case with a matching header connector.
- Does not support DDR4 memory — DDR5 only.
- Not compatible with AMD AM4 or Intel LGA sockets.
Best for
- High-core-count Ryzen builds: the 24+2+1 phase power design and 110A SPS stages handle demanding AM5 processors without throttling.
- Storage-heavy workstations: four M.2 slots (one Gen5, three Gen4) plus six SATA3 ports support extensive drive configurations without extra controllers.
- Network-intensive use: built-in Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN eliminate the need for add-in cards and keep PCIe slots free for other expansion.
- Content creators needing display flexibility: HDMI 2.1 (4K 120Hz) and dual USB4 Type-C (8K 30Hz) provide three independent display outputs from the rear panel.
- Builders who value BIOS recovery tools: a dedicated BIOS Flashback button and Clear CMOS button on the rear panel simplify recovery without needing a working CPU.
Trade-offs
- Small-form-factor or Micro-ATX cases: the EATX footprint (12.0 in × 10.5 in) will not fit standard ATX or smaller enclosures.
- DDR4 users upgrading on a budget: the board accepts DDR5 only, so existing DDR4 kits cannot be reused.
- AMD AM4 or Intel platform users: the AM5 socket is incompatible with previous-generation AMD and all Intel processors.
- Builders needing more than two PCIe x16 slots: the board provides two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, with no additional full-length slots listed.
The Taichi Lite series is simply brilliant, offering top-tier performance in a streamlined, functionality-focused design.
Taichi represents the philosophical state of undifferentiated absolute and infinite potential. A motherboard that fulfills every task – with style! Become like water. Shapeless, formless, versatile for any situation.
The server grade low loss PCB improves signal integrity, allowing motherboard to support PCIe 5.0 for both graphics card and M.2 SSD, it also improves memory OC potential to deliver the most extreme memory performance. The 8 Layer PCB provides stable signal traces and power shapes delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency, ensures a reliable and long-lasting system while delivering ultimate performance without any compromise.
General
| Brand | ASRock |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AMD AM5 |
| Supported Processors | AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series |
| Chipset | AMD X870E |
| Form Factor | EATX — 12.0 in × 10.5 in (30.5 cm × 26.7 cm) |
| PCB | 8 Layer, 2oz Copper, Server Grade Low Loss |
Networking
| Standard | 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth |
|---|---|
| Throughput (LAN) | 5 Gigabit — 10/100/1000/2500/5000 Mb/s |
| LAN Port | 1 × RJ-45 |
| Antenna Ports | 2 × rear antenna ports (antenna included) |
Performance
| Power Design | 24+2+1 Phase, 110A SPS |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Memory Slots | 4 × DIMM, Dual Channel |
| Max Memory | 256 GB |
| Max Memory Speed | 8200+ MHz (OC) |
| Memory Profiles | XMP and EXPO |
| Expansion Slots | 2 × PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| Storage | 1 × Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4), 3 × Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 6 × SATA3 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC4082 5.1 CH HD, ESS SABRE9219 DAC (130dB SNR), WIMA Capacitors, Nahimic Audio |
Ports & I/O
| Rear USB4 Type-C | 2 × USB4 Type-C (40 Gb/s) |
|---|---|
| Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A | 5 × (10 Gb/s) |
| Rear USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A | 3 |
| Rear USB 2.0 | 2 |
| Front USB | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 4 × USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 × USB 2.0 |
| Graphics Output | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (4K 120Hz, HDR, HDCP 2.3); 2 × USB4 Type-C (8K 30Hz, HDCP 2.3) |
| Audio Output | 1 × Optical SPDIF Out, 1 × Line Out, 1 × Microphone Input |
| Accessories | 4 × SATA Data Cables, 1 × Wi-Fi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna, 1 × ARGB Splitter Cable, 3 × Thermistor Cables |
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