Asrock B860M PRO RS WIFI LGA1851 Motherboard

Asrock B860M PRO RS WIFI is a micro ATX motherboard for the new LGA 1851 socket and Intel Core Ultra processors – a good base for modern gaming or productive builds without unnecessary extras. The combination of DDR5 memory with frequencies up to 8666+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16 for GPU, and several M.2 slots provides a serious upgrade path ahead. The built-in WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and 2.5G LAN save the need for additional cards and leave the slots free for other uses. The micro ATX form factor allows for a more compact case without sacrificing connectivity and expandability.

What you get

The foundation is the LGA 1851 socket supporting Intel Core Ultra, preparing you for the current generation of Intel CPUs. The memory is DDR5, with up to 4 slots and a total capacity of 256 GB, so you can start with 2 modules and later easily add more without replacing the entire kit. The three M.2 slots – one PCIe Gen5x4 from the CPU and two PCIe Gen4x4 from the chipset – allow you to install a super-fast system SSD plus additional drives for games and projects. For network connectivity, you have the choice between 2.5 Gigabit LAN for stable ping and WiFi 6E for high wireless speeds. The audio with Realtek ALC897, 7.1-Channel is more than sufficient for gaming, movies, and voice chat without a separate sound card.

• LGA 1851 socket supporting Intel Core Ultra processors – you are ready for the latest generation of Intel CPUs.
• DDR5 memory with 4 slots and a capacity of up to 256 GB, plus dual-channel mode for higher bandwidth during gaming and work.
• Support for memory up to 8666+ MT/s (OC), providing options for aggressive overclocking of faster DDR5 modules.
• Three M.2 slots: 1 x PCIe Gen5x4 from the CPU for your fastest SSD and 2 x PCIe Gen4x4 from the chipset for fast storage expansion.
• Main PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for modern GPUs, plus an additional PCIe 4.0 x4 slot for expansion cards.
• Networking at its best: Dragon RTL8125BG 2.5G LAN and WiFi 6E (802.11ax) with Bluetooth 5.3 for flexible wired and wireless connectivity.
• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s with RAID 0/1/5/10 for traditional drives and reliable data storage.
• Rich I/O: rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, a total of 7 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A and 6 x USB 2.0 for your peripherals.
• Built-in 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio (Realtek ALC897) for clear sound in games, movies, and communication.

Who it is suitable for

This board is suitable if you want a compact mid-range to high-end build with Intel Core Ultra, fast DDR5, and readiness for PCIe 5.0 GPU and Gen5 SSD, without moving to a more expensive high-end chipset. It is suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, streaming, and serious productivity (rendering, coding, multitasking) with plenty of RAM and fast storage. It is not the ideal choice only if you are looking for a huge number of PCIe slots for specific professional cards – there a larger ATX platform and a different chipset may be more appropriate.

Packed into one – the new socket, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, Gen5 M.2, and 2.5G LAN with WiFi 6E make Asrock B860M PRO RS WIFI a very balanced base for a modern gaming or work computer in a compact case.