Riptide is named after a specific kind of water current with strong waves that occurs in the ocean, representing the philosophy of the sea's double-side, calm and unlimited strength. Built around powerful gaming-related features, the Riptide has given a powerful smash and immersed users in the sense of stability.
Optimized VRM Design
Dr. MOS
Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance.
14+1+1 Power Phase Design
Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers unmatched overclocking capabilities and enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers as well.
6 Layer PCB
The 6 Layer PCB provides stable signal traces and power shapes delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for memory overclocking! Thus, it's able to support the latest memory modules with the most extreme memory performance!
2oz Copper PCB
2-ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for overclocking.
DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support
Derived from the "built for stable and reliable" designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboard is built with low-loss materials, enthusiasts are able to enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are Intel® XMP/AMD EXPO™ capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying, and absolutely no sweat at all.
DDR5 Memory With Protection Circuit
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, lowering the risk of damaging your memory module.
PCIe 5.0 + Surface-Mount Tech
Compared to conventional DIP style PCIe slot, the SMT type PCIe slot improves signal flow and maximizes 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 of performing a breathtaking bandwidth of 128GBps, ready to unleash the full potential of future high-end graphic cards.
Reinforced Steel Slot
The reinforced steel slot is capable of supporting the PCI Express 5.0 standard. The various benefits include:
- Extra anchor points
- Stronger latch
- Ensure signal stability
- Make sure heavy graphics cards are well-installed.
KiLLER Networking
Killer™ Ethernet E3100
The Killer E3100 2.5 Gbps Ethernet controller is designed especially for competitive gamers and performance-hungry users. The enhanced detection and prioritization engine provide the ultimate networking experience for gaming and multimedia applications.
Killer GameFast Technology
Faster Gameplay:
Killer GameFast Technology can free up to 10% of your CPU cycles and 20% of your memory to allow the user to enjoy a smooth gaming experience.
Easy to Use:
It is extremely easy to use. Just simply turning on the Killer GameFast enabled on the computer will do the work. You don't have to lift even a finger after that if you don't want to.
Fully Customizable:
All the settings are customizable according to the user's preference. The one thing that we can change as per the user is 'adding or removing processes to be stopped'.
Killer Prioritization Engine
Lag Less, Win More:
The Intel® Killer™ Prioritization Engine ensures you get your lowest in-game latencies by prioritizing your gaming traffic above everything else.
Less Buffering:
Automatically detect, classify, and prioritize network traffic for streaming videos and entertainment to give you the best possible online experience.
Custom Control:
The Intel® Killer™ Prioritization Engine works automatically, and the Intel® KillerTM Intelligence Center allows you to customize and prioritize your network traffic to your liking.
Nahimic Audio
Audio That Matters
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 ensure the best noise-free conversation, giving a constant vocal level no matter the distance from your mic. The Nahimic audio engine dynamically clears the sound and removes interference noise and lowers the voice variation. The result is better comprehension and less fatigue.
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 measures and improves to optimize our technology and offer you the best experience.
High-Speed M.2 Solution
PCIe Gen5 Blazing M.2
The Blazing M.2 accommodates the latest PCI Express 5.0 standard to perform twice the bandwidth compared to the previous generation, with a breathtaking 128GB/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.
XXL M.2 Heatsink
The extra-large aluminum alloy M.2 heatsink effectively improves heat dissipation to keep those high-speed M.2 SSDs as cool as possible, it is able to give better stability while maintaining top performance.
Anti-Drop Screw
Tired of dropping screws or screws missing inside the chassis?
The enhanced M.2 heatsink with anti-drop screw design ensures the installation process is easier.
Lightning Gaming Ports
Aimed for die-hard gamers and enthusiasts! Lightning Gaming Ports are sourced from two different controller interfaces that assist gamers in connecting the high-speed mice/keyboard with lower jitter and latency!
POLYCHROME RGB
In addition to the built-in RGB illumination, it also features onboard RGB headers and an addressable RGB header that allow the motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as a 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.
Front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C
The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as the previous generation, providing a blazing-fast data transfer interface with a reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.
EZ Setting
Auto Driver Installer
Optical drive or driver DVD is no longer needed! ASRock motherboard already has its Ethernet driver prepacked in BIOS ROM, once finished installing the operating system, simply follow the instructions and allow ADI to download and install all necessary drivers automatically!
Step1: Install Auto Driver Installer
Step2: ADI will automatically download and install all necessary drivers.
Step3: Done!
Flexible Integrated IO Shield
Unlike most so-called pre-mounted I/O shields that are only decorated with fancy color schemes. We reserve more tolerance space and allow the IO shield to be adjustable when installing, thus fitting the chassis perfectly without any mechanical issues.
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