ASRock B760M PG SONIC WiFi Motherboard Review

Features and Specifications

Features

• Supports 13^th Gen & 12^th Gen Intel^® Core™ Processors (LGA1700)
• 12+1+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS for VCore+GT
• Supports DDR5 7200MHz (OC)
• 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x1
• Graphics Output Options: HDMI, DisplayPort, eDP
• Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec,
  Nahimic Audio
• 4 SATA3, 3 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
• 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (1 Rear, 1 Front)
  1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
  6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 2 Front)
  6 USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
• Dragon 2.5G LAN,
• 802.11ax (WiFi 6E) + Bluetooth
• Supports ASRock Auto Driver Installer

Overview

ASRock B760M PG SONIC WiFi, an officially licensed motherboard featuring SEGA’s Sonic the Hedgehog. A 16-bit spinning ring emblazons the rear IO cover, while on the rear side you’ll even catch a glimpse of Sonic mid-run. The ASRock motherboard is co-launched to celebrate the release of SEGA’s new Sonic Frontiers game.

Designed to bring back epic memories of catching rings in Green Hill Zone, the motherboard echoes Sonic’s lightning speed with its fast blue and silver shards and Sonic silhouette.

12+1+1 Phase Design With Dr.MOS

Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers as well.

2oz Copper PCB

2 ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for gaming.

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.

Reinforced DIMM Slot

The DDR5 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.

USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Header

Front USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C header delivers up to 10 Gbps data transfer rate and next generation reversible USB design to the front panel of computer case.

Nahimic Audio

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.

Polychrome SYNC

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.

What Type of Users Suit For?

ASRock B760M PG SONIC WiFi is built using a 6 Layer PCB for excellent thermal control, better signal routing and extending DDR5 overclocking potential. 12+1+1 Dr.MOS CPU power phases ensures Velocity Boost states are always stable, maximizing potential out-the-box CPU performance. Generous heatsink coverage for VRM, M.2 SSDs and PCH is adorned in the SONIC design, with fun, eye-catching graphics.

Specifications

• Unique Feature
  Superb Productivity
  – PCIe Gen5 (Graphics)
  – Dual Channel DDR5
  Rock-Solid Durability
  – 12+1+1 Power Phase, 50A Dr.MOS for VCore+GT
  – Flexible Integrated I/O Shield
  Ultrafast Connectivity
  – 2.5G LAN,
  802.11ax Wi-Fi 6EModule
  EZ Update
  – ASRock Auto Driver Installer
  EZ Troubleshooter
  – ASRock Post Status Checker
• CPU
  – Supports 13^th Gen & 12^th Gen Intel^® Core™ Processors (LGA1700)
  – Supports Intel^® Hybrid Technology
  – Supports Intel^® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
  – Supports Intel^® Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB)
  – Supports Intel^® Adaptive Boost Technology (ABT)
• Chipset
  – Intel^® B760
• Memory
  – Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
  – 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
  – Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 7200+(OC)*
  – Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB
  – Supports Intel^® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0

  *1DPC 1R Up to 7200+ MHz (OC), 4800 MHz Natively.
  1DPC 2R Up to 6000+ MHz (OC), 4400 MHz Natively.
  2DPC 1R Up to 5600+ MHz (OC), 4000 MHz Natively.
  2DPC 2R Up to 4800+ MHz (OC), 3600 MHz Natively.
• BIOS
  – 128Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
• Graphics
  – Intel^® Xe Graphics Architecture (Gen 12)
  – 1 x eDP 1.4, supports max. resolution up to Full HD 60Hz
  – 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible, supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 60Hz
  – 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed), supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz

  *Intel^® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
• Audio
  – 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
  – Nahimic Audio
• LAN
  – 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
  – Dragon RTL8125BG
  – Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software
  – Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
  – Visual User Friendly UI
  – Visual Network Usage Statistics
  – Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and Streaming Modes
  – User Customized Priority Control

• Wireless LAN
  – 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module
  – Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
  – Supports Dual-Band 2×2 with extended 6GHz band support*
  – 2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology
  – Supports Bluetooth + High speed class II
  – Supports MU-MIMO

  *Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz band) will be supported by Microsoft^® Windows^® 11. The availability will depend on the different regulation status of each country and region. It will be activated (for supported countries) through Windows^® Update and software updates once available.
  A 6GHz compatible router is required for 6E functionality.
• Slots
  CPU:
  – 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*
  Chipset:
  – 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2)*
  – 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module and Intel^® CNVio/CNVio2 (Integrated WiFi/BT)
  – 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)

  *Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
• Storage
  CPU:
  – 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
  Chipset:
  – 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
  – 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
  – 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

  *Supports Intel^® Volume Management Device (VMD)
  Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
• RAID
  – Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
• USB
  – 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (1 Rear, 1 Front)
  – 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
  – 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 2 Front)
  – 6 x USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
  * All USB ports support ESD Protection
• Connector
  – 1 x eDP Signal Connector
  – 1 x SPI TPM Header
  – 1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header
  – 1 x RGB LED Header*
  – 3 x Addressable LED Headers**
  – 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)***
  – 1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)****
  – 3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)*****
  – 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
  – 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector)
  – 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
  – 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
  – 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
  – 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2 Header (10 Gb/s)

  *Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip

  **Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip

  ***CPU_FAN1 supports the fan power up to 1A (12W).

  ****CPU_FAN2/WP supports the fan power up to 2A (24W).

  *****CHA_FAN1~3/WP support the fan power up to 2A (24W).
  CPU_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN1~3/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.

• Rear Panel I/O
  – 2 x Antenna Ports
  – 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
  – 1 x HDMI Port
  – 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
  – 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
  – 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s)
  – 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports
  – 2 x USB 2.0 Ports
  – 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
  – HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
• Software and UEFI
  Software
  – ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)
  – ASRock Phantom Gaming LAN Software
  – ASRock Polychrome SYNC*
  UEFI
  – ASRock EZ Mode
  – ASRock Full HD UEFI
  – ASRock My Favorites in UEFI
  – ASRock Auto Driver Installer
  – ASRock Instant Flash
  – ASRock Easy RAID Installer

  *These utilities can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.
• Accessories
  – 1 x User Manual
  – 2 x SATA Data Cables
  – 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas
  – 3 x Screws for M.2 Sockets
  – 2 x Standoffs for M.2 Sockets
• Form Factor
  – Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm
  – 2oz Copper PCB

More information on ASRock’s website.