Optimized VRM Design Dr. MOS Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance. 13 Power Phase Design Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers unmatched overclocking capabilities and enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers as well. 6 Layer PCB 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! 2oz Copper PCB 2 ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for overclocking. DDR5 Memory with Protection Circuit Reinforced DIMM Slot The reinforced DIMM slot is surfaced mounted onto the motherboard to give better physical strength as well as a more stable memory signal, with this superior revolutionary design, it is able to dramatically overclock DRAM module up to insane frequency. DIY Friendly Design Due to the unique electrical architecture of DDR5 DIMM, there’s a high risk of damaging the memory module if AC power isn’t disconnected properly during removal or installation. To prevent this, ASRock has implemented a trouble free protection circuit on every DDR5 motherboard, lowers the risk of damaging your memory module. PCIe 5.0 + Surface-Mount Tech Compares to conventional DIP style PCIe slot, the SMT type PCIe slot improves signal flow and maximize stability under high speed, a key breakthrough to fully support the lighting speed of the latest PCIe 5.0 standard. The latest PCI Express 5.0 is capable to perform a breathtaking bandwidth of 128GBps, ready to unleash the full potential of future high end graphic cards. KiLLER Networking KiLLER E3100 The Killer Ethernet controller is designed specically for competitive gamers and performance-hungry users, this motherboard comes with both Killer E3100 2.5G Ethernet & WiFi 6E solution, the enhanced detection and prioritization engine provides the ultimate networking experience for gaming and multimedia applications. Killer GameFast Technology - Faster Gameplay : Killer GameFast Technology can free up to 10% of your CPU cycles and 20% of your memory to allow the user to enjoy a smooth gaming experience. - Easy to Use : It is extremely easy to use. Just simply turning on the Killer GameFast enabled on the computer will do the work. You don't have to lift even a finger after that if you don't want to. - Fully Customizable : All the settings are customizable according to the user's preference. The one thing that we can change as per the user is 'adding or removing processes to be stopped'. Killer Prioritization Engine - Lag Less, Win More: The Intel® Killer™ Prioritization Engine ensures you get your lowest in-game latencies by prioritizing your gaming traffic above everything else. - Less Buffering: Automatically detect, classify, and prioritize network traffic for streaming videos and entertainment to give you the best possible online experience. - Custom Control: The Intel® Killer™ Prioritization Engine works automatically, and the Intel® KillerTM Intelligence Center allows you to customize an Nahimic Audio Audio That Matters Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant and rich with details. Enhance Communication Quality The Powerful algorithms to ensure the best noise-free conversation, giving a constant vocal level no matter the distance from your mic. The Nahimic audio engine dynamically clear the sound and remove interference noise and lower the voice variation. Result is a better comprehension and less fatigue. - Static Noise Suppression - Echo Cancellation - Lateral Sound Cancellation - Voice Stabilizer Ultimate Gaming Experience - Sound Tracker The Sound Tracker is a visual indicator that points out the directions from which predominant sounds are coming. Each sound is properly positioned in 360° on a radar for a full immersion during the game. - Works on any devices! Enjoy the vibrant and high-quality Surround Sound on all your favorite audio devices: Jack, USB, Bluetooth, HDMI, S/PDIF. Nahimic is compatible with all of your favorite audio tools and ensures the best sound with any of them. Nahimic measure and improve to optimize our technology and offer you the best experience. Lightning Gaming Ports Aimed for die hard gamers and enthusiasts! Lightning Gaming Ports are sourced from two different controller interfaces that assist gamers in connecting the high speed mice/keyboard with the lower jitter and latency! POLYCHROME RGB In addition to the built-in RGB illumination, it also features onboard RGB headers and an addressable RGB header 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. *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. *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. High Speed M.2 Solution (PCIe Gen4 x4) Supports PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSDs, it is capable of perform twice the speed compared to previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning fast data transferring experience. BIOS Flashback Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and power supply, No CPU, RAM or other components required. More information: Processor | Processor manufacturer | Intel | ![](/p.gif) | Processor socket | LGA 1700 | ![](/p.gif) | Compatible processor series | Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9 | Expansion slots | PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | PCI Express x16 (Gen 4.x) slots | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | PCI Express x16 (Gen 5.x) slots | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | Number of M.2 (M) slots | 2 | Graphics | Graphics card family | Intel | ![](/p.gif) | HDCP | Yes | Features | Component for | PC | ![](/p.gif) | Motherboard form factor | micro ATX | ![](/p.gif) | Motherboard chipset family | Intel | ![](/p.gif) | Motherboard chipset | Intel Z690 | ![](/p.gif) | Audio output channels | 7.1 channels | ![](/p.gif) | Audio chip | Realtek ALC897 | ![](/p.gif) | Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 x64 | ![](/p.gif) | Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 | ![](/p.gif) | Certification | <ul><li>FCC, CE - ErP/EuP ready</li></ul> | Weight & dimensions | Width | 244 mm | ![](/p.gif) | Depth | 244 mm | ![](/p.gif) | Height | 60 mm | BIOS | BIOS type | UEFI AMI | ![](/p.gif) | BIOS memory size | 128 Mbit | ![](/p.gif) | ACPI version | 6.0 | ![](/p.gif) | System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version | 2.7 | Internal I/O | USB 2.0 connectors | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | Number of SATA III connectors | 4 | ![](/p.gif) | Front panel audio connector | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | CPU fan connector | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | Number of chassis fan connectors | 4 | ![](/p.gif) | EPS power connector (8-pin) | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | TPM connector | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | Thunderbolt headers | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | RGB LED pin header | Yes | Rear panel I/O ports | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 6 | ![](/p.gif) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | HDMI ports quantity | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | DisplayPorts quantity | 1 | ![](/p.gif) | DisplayPort version | 1.4 | ![](/p.gif) | Microphone in | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | USB connector type | USB Type-A, USB Type-C | Network | Ethernet LAN | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | ![](/p.gif) | LAN controller | Killer E3100G | ![](/p.gif) | Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes | Other features | Weight | 1000 g | Storage controllers | Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, SATA III | ![](/p.gif) | Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD | ![](/p.gif) | Number of storage drives supported | 6 | ![](/p.gif) | RAID support | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | RAID levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 | Memory | Supported memory types | DDR5-SDRAM | ![](/p.gif) | Number of memory slots | 4 | ![](/p.gif) | Maximum internal memory | 128 GB | ![](/p.gif) | Memory slots type | DIMM | ![](/p.gif) | Memory channels | Dual-channel | ![](/p.gif) | Non-ECC | Yes | ![](/p.gif) | Unbuffered memory | Yes |
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