After reviewing the exceptional ASRock Phantom Gaming B860 Lightning WiFi, we are back with the micro ATX version of this motherboard, the B860M Lightning WiFi. As you may expect, the motherboard promises a similar experience to the ATX model but in a smaller package. In our review, you will read about the differences and our experience with the new ASRock motherboard for the latest Intel Core Ultra processors.
As usual, we start with a long list of specifications and features, and later, I will tell you more about the most interesting features and the motherboard’s performance.
I would like to thank ASRock for providing the review sample. This is a snippet from what ASRock has to say about themselves on their website:
ASRock Inc. is established in 2002, specialized in the field of motherboards. ASRock strives to build up its own brand. With the 3C design concept, “Creativity, Consideration, Cost-effectiveness”, the company explores the limit of motherboards manufacturing while paying attention on the eco issue at the same time, developing products with the consideration of eco-friendly concept.
ASRock has been growing fast and become world third largest motherboard brand with headquarter in Taipei, Taiwan and branches in Europe and the USA. The young and vibrant company targets from mainstream to enthusiast MB segments for different kinds of users, owning reputation around the world market with its reliability and proficiency.
The simplicity and minimalist tones make EXTREME stands out from other motherboards, embracing the feelings and thoughts of all DIYers. Offering way more than what normal enthusiasts or gamers bargained for.
Key Specifications:
- Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851)
- 12+1+1+1+1 Power Phase, 80A SPS for VCore+GT+SA
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs
Supports Dual Channel, up to 8666+ (OC) - 1 PCIe 5.0 x16
- Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C
- Realtek ALC1220 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
- 4 SATA3
1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4)
3 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4) - 1 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C (Rear)
3 USB 3.2 Gen2 (2 Rear, 1 Front Type-C)
6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 2 Front)
6 USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front) - Killer 2.5G LAN
- 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth
- Supports BIOS Flashback, Memory OC Shield
You can buy the ASRock Phantom Gaming B860M Lightning WiFi motherboard for around $189.99 from Newegg. Alternatively, you can get the ASRock B860M LiveMixer WiFi for around USD $169 from Amazon – https://amzn.to/4hTia2o
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