While we still don't know when AMD will launch the next generation of Threadripper HEDT CPUs, it seems motherboard vendors are already preparing for their launch. Previous rumours suggested that the Threadripper 7000 series would be delayed, but the latest evidence suggests that might not be the case. The EEC …
Read More »ASRock launches the Taichi Lite motherboards
ASRock has introduced new Taichi Lite motherboards. The series currently consists of two models, one based on the Z790 Taichi and the other on the B650E Taichi. While retaining the original specifications and features, the Taichi Lite series offers a simpler and less RGB-intensive exterior design, prioritising functionality and performance …
Read More »ASRock Radeon RX 7800 XT Phantom Gaming spotted with 16GB of VRAM
ASRock is gearing up to release its first RX 7800 GPU, potentially based on the latest Navi 32 GPU architecture. According to a listing on the EEC, the AIB partner is preparing two Radeon RX 7800 XT Phantom Gaming graphics cards with 16GB of VRAM. The upcoming AMD Navi 32 …
Read More »ASRock reveals new gaming monitors, Z790 and B650 motherboards, and more ahead of Computex 2023
Computex 2023 is just around the corner. Ahead of the event, some companies have already begun revealing their new products, including ASRock, which plans to show off new motherboards, monitors and Mini PCs at the event. One of the highlights at Computex 2023 will be ASRock's impressive lineup of monitors. …
Read More »ASRock launches new Jupiter 600 barebone mini PCs based on the LGA1700 socket
ASRock recently announced the Jupiter 600 series of mini PCs. There are two versions, one based on the H610 platform and another for B660, both offering flexibility and expandability in a small package that is suitable for a wide variety of applications, including office, retail, healthcare, transportation, and industry. Both …
Read More »ASRock launches Blazing Quad PCIe 5.0 storage expansion card
If you want to expand the amount of PCIe 5.0 storage devices on a system, ASRock's new add-in card might be what you're looking for. With the Blazing Quad M.2 card, you can add an extra four SSDs using a PCIe slot. Using a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface to connect …
Read More »ASRock reveals expansion card that can turn a B650 motherboard into an X670 one
What if you could turn an AMD B650 motherboard into an X670 motherboard? That's already possible, but you won't be able to do it just yet. ASRock developed an AMD X670 expansion card that only works with specific B650 motherboards from the vendor. However, they're not on sale, at least …
Read More »ASRock designed a Sonic-themed Z790 motherboard
Fans of Sonic the Hedgehog planning to build a system with a 13th Gen Core chip should take a look at ASRock's new motherboard. Named Z790 PG Sonic, the new motherboard is covered in Sonic-themed decals, as the same implies. Based on the ASRock Z790 Phantom Gaming Riptide motherboard, the …
Read More »ASRock introduces its Arc A700 series graphics card line-up
Now that the Intel Arc A700 series has officially launched, third-party partners like ASRock can introduce their custom solutions to the public. For now, there's only an Arc A750 model and another for the 8GB variant of the A770, but an A770 with 16GB of memory should come at a …
Read More »Listed ASRock X670E motherboards start at less than £300
After seeing the pricing of the MSI X670E boards in the US, we started to wonder if all these motherboards would be that expensive. Fortunately, it seems that won't be the case, at least based on the ASRock X670E board listings that were recently found. Leaker @momomo_us found listings of …
Read More »First Intel Arc A750 custom graphics card makes an appearance at TGS 2022
The Tokyo Games Show has been the stage for many gameplay reveals and announcements throughout its duration, but games are not the only things being shown there. ASRock and Intel have chosen the conference to display the first Intel Arc A750 custom graphics card, the A750 Challenger. PCWatch (via @momomo_us) …
Read More »ASRock launches its first Intel Arc Alchemist desktop graphics card
So far, only one board partner has released a custom Intel Arc Alchemist graphics card. That is changing this month, with ASRock revealing its first Intel Arc graphics card – a small, ITX version of the A380. Like the reference cooling solution used by Intel on the Arc A380, the …
Read More »AMD may reveal more on Ryzen 7000 CPUs at an event next week
As the company confirmed over the summer, AMD is currently preparing for the rollout of Ryzen 7000 series desktop processors and new Socket AM5 motherboards. It has been a while since the last official update, but AMD won't keep us waiting much longer, as an upcoming AMD event should bring …
Read More »ASRock appears to be working on its own gaming monitors
ASRock is well known for its motherboards, but in recent years we've seen the company branching out into new areas. Soon, ASRock will be unveiling its first set of gaming monitors, reportedly starting off with five displays. As found by @momomo_us, ASRock has submitted five monitors to KCC (Korea's FCC). …
Read More »ASRock AMD X670E and B650 motherboard line-up leaks
Similar to the ASRock Intel 700-series motherboard line-up, the vendor's AMD 600-series motherboard range has also leaked, including upcoming X670E and B650 models. VideoCardz was the first to share ASRock's AMD 600-series motherboard line-up, which, surprisingly, didn't include any X670 motherboards. However, the leak does include five X670E models – Taichi, Taichi …
Read More »ASRock is selling AMD and Intel Wi-Fi 6E upgrade kits for its motherboards
If you own a modern Intel or AMD-based ASRock motherboard and have thought about upgrading the wireless connectivity, there is now a way to do it. ASRock has recently introduced AMD and Intel Wi-Fi 6E upgrade kits, allowing users to benefit from faster WiFi and Bluetooth 5.2. These upgrade kits …
Read More »Latest ASRock 600-series motherboards introduce support for Intel ‘Raptor Lake’
We've been expecting that 600 series motherboards will support Intel's upcoming 13th Gen ‘Raptor Lake' desktop processors, and now, it looks like vendors are preparing. ASRock appears to be the first motherboard vendor to roll out a BIOS with 13th Gen Core processor support for most of its 600-series line-up. …
Read More »Leaked ASRock Z790 and H770 motherboard line-up confirms Raptor Lake DDR4 support
Recently we've heard rumours that Intel is working with motherboard makers to make a bigger push for DDR5 memory adoption with Raptor Lake. However, there will still be a few DDR4 memory motherboard options both in the high-end and mid-range to choose from when the new Z790 and H770 platforms …
Read More »AMD will likely show the first AM5 X670 and B650 motherboards at Computex 2022
In the last few days, there have been a lot of rumours about AMD's 600-series motherboards, with reports claiming we would see new X670 and B650 boards at Computex 2022. Now, just ahead of AMD's keynote, details about X670 motherboards from vendors like ASRock and Asus have emerged online. Earlier …
Read More »ASRock to release first official BIOS supporting Ryzen 5000 on X370
We recently reported that AMD was considering support for Ryzen 5000 CPUs on X370 motherboards. As it turns out, it didn't take long for these rumours to prove true, as ASRock has just updated its support page for the X370 Pro4 motherboard, adding a new BIOS that supports Ryzen 5000 series CPUs...
Read More »Intel Core i9-12900K overclocked to 6.8GHz sets new world record
Intel has finally pulled the curtain on its 12th Gen Core series, unveiling its first desktop hybrid processors. During the launch event yesterday evening, professional overclocker “Splave” had the chance to tinker with the Core i9-12900K, pulling off a 6.8GHz overclock and breaking the world record on the Geekbench 5 …
Read More »NZXT N7 Z590 Review
Leo checks out the NZXT N7 Z590 motherboard... and finds looks aren't everything
Read More »ASRock’s upcoming ITX system features unknown AMD Radeon P120 ITX graphics card
During a live stream where an ASRock representative was detailing the company's upcoming Desk Mini Max ITX system, something unexpected happened. When they were talking about the GPU compatibility, an unknown AMD Radeon P120 ITX card was mentioned. No details about the card were disclosed, but considering the looks, size, …
Read More »ASRock EEC listings include multiple Radeon RX 6600 XT and Radeon RX 6600 GPUs
AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT and Radeon RX 6600 SKUs have been recently spotted on an EEC listing filed by ASRock. Although this isn't the first listing mentioning the Radeon RX 6600 XT, it's the first one showing the Radeon RX 6600...
Read More »ASRock shows off massive Radeon RX 6900 XT OC Formula with 21-phase power design
ASRock has released its flagship Radeon RX 6900 XT graphics card - the Radeon RX 6900 XT OC Formula, complete with a 21-phase power design for enhanced overclocking potential.
Read More »Intel “Rocket Lake” Xeon W-1300 CPU series revealed by ASRock
ASRock has listed multiple unannounced Xeon W-13xx processors on its Intel 1200-based CPU support list. As per the ASRock support page, these processors will be based on the Rocket Lake CPU architecture and feature a TDP of up to 125W. Like all Rocket Lake processors, the Intel Xeon W-13xx workstation processors …
Read More »ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 – Throttling at Stock!
We check out this mini-ITX from ASRock.. and explain why it's one to miss
Read More »ASRock DeskMini H470W Review – 100C VRMs
Anyone looking for a barebones system to build a highly integrated Windows 10 PC may find themselves considering the ASRock DeskMini H470W. For just over £200 you get a tiny STX chassis and motherboard along with an external power supply of the type used with a laptop. You need to …
Read More »ASRock Radeon RX 6600 XT 12GB and RX 6700 6GB listings spotted
Another EEC listing containing the Radeon RX 6700 XT has been spotted. This time, the listing has been made by ASRock and contains two other GPUs: the Radeon RX 6600 XT and the Radeon RX 6700.
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