Product Details
- Size
- ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- Intel
- Models
- Core Ultra 5, Core Ultra 7, Core Ultra 9
- Supported CPU Generation
- Arrow Lake
- Socket
- 1851
Chipset
- Model
- Intel B860
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR5
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 4800, 5600, 8666OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 5.0
- 1 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 2 Port
- M.2 Type
- 1 PCIe 4.0 Port
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 2 USB 2.0 Ports, 6 USB 3.2 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 1 USB 3.2 Port
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- No
- WiFi/Bluetooth
- Yes
- Extra
- Bios Flashback
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- Optical S/PDIF
Top Specs
- Memory
- 4x DDR5
Important information
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Description
The ASRock B860 Challenger WiFi motherboard is ideal for desktop computers, offering excellent compatibility and advanced features. With socket 1851, it is compatible with Intel processors such as Core Ultra 5, Core Ultra 7, and Core Ultra 9 models, ensuring top performance and efficiency.
It has an ATX size, allowing easy installation in suitable computer cases. This motherboard features 7.1 audio channels, delivering superior sound playback for a better multimedia experience.
Support for DDR5 memory means you can benefit from speeds starting at 4000 MT/s, ensuring lightning-fast response in your system.
Additionally, you will find two SATA III 6Gb/s ports, which are ideal for connecting SSD hard drives, as well as a PCIe 4.0 port for M.2 SSD modules. It also has one PCI Express x16 5.0 slot for installing expansion cards.
Furthermore, WiFi/Bluetooth capability ensures fast and flexible connectivity.
- Processor socket: 1851
- Size: ATX
- Audio channels: 7.1
- Memory type: DDR5
- SATA III 6Gb/s ports: 2
- Chipset: Intel B860
- Supported generation: Arrow Lake
- M.2 slots: 1 PCIe 4.0
- PCI Express x16 5.0 slot: 1
- WiFi/Bluetooth: Supported
Advanced VRM Design with Dr.MOS Technology
The motherboard features a robust 10+1+1 phase power delivery system, ensuring absolutely smooth power supply to the processor. The use of the integrated Dr.MOS solution allows for intelligent delivery of higher current to each phase, offering improved thermal performance and superior efficiency. This setup is ideal for overclocking, keeping temperatures at the lowest possible level even during intense gaming or heavy productive workloads.
Explosive DDR5 & PCIe 5.0 Speeds
Fully unlock your memory’s potential with support for Intel® XMP and AMD EXPO™ profiles, allowing effortless DDR5 overclocking. The motherboard is equipped with the Blazing M.2 slot, which adopts the PCI Express 5.0 standard, offering an impressive transfer speed of up to 128Gb/s. Additionally, the reinforced steel slot (Reinforced Steel Slot) ensures signal stability and the secure installation of modern, heavy graphics cards.
Next-Generation Connectivity Wi-Fi 7 & 2.5G LAN
Stay ahead of the curve with built-in Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), which offers lower latency and higher throughput, ideal for immersive VR/AR experiences. For wired connections, Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN provides up to 2.5 times greater bandwidth than standard Gigabit Ethernet. Gamers will especially appreciate the Lightning Gaming Ports, which use two different controller interfaces to connect mouse and keyboard with minimal possible jitter.
Smart Cooling and DIY-Friendly Design
Effective heat dissipation is achieved through the optimized aluminum heatsink (Aluminum Heatsink), ensuring system stability under load. ASRock innovates with the quick-release mechanism M.2 Heatsink Toolless Design, allowing tool-free SSD installation. At the same time, the integrated Post Status Checker with LED indicators lets you monitor the status of the CPU, DRAM, and VGA in real time during startup.
Top Nahimic Audio and RGB Customization
Enjoy a rich audio experience with Nahimic Audio, which delivers vibrant and detailed sound whether you use headphones or speakers via USB, Wi-Fi, or HDMI. For your system’s aesthetics, Polychrome RGB technology and compatibility with SignalRGB offer full control of your LED strips and fans. The pre-installed I/O Shield and Auto Driver Installer simplify installation, making PC setup a pleasant process.