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    ASRock B850M Pro-A AM5 AMD B850 Micro ATX Motherboard

    • B850 Riptide WiFi
    • B850 Steel Legend WiFi
    • B850 Pro RS
    • B850 Pro RS WiFi
    • B850 Pro-A WiFi
    • B850M Riptide WiFi
    • B850M Steel Legend WiFi
    • B850M Pro RS
    • B850M Pro RS WiFi
    • B850M Pro-A
    • B850I Lightning WiFi
    • B850M Pro RS WiFi White
    • B850M-X WiFi R2.0
    • Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
    • 8+2+1 Phase Power Design, Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC+MISC
    • 4 x DDR5 DIMMs Supports Dual Channel, up to 8000+ (OC)
    • 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x4, 1 M.2 Key E for WiFi
    • Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort
    • Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec
    • 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4), 2 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 4 SATA3
    • 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front), 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front), 8 USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
    • Realtek 2.5G LAN
    • Supports BIOS Flashback
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    Overview
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    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    B850M Pro-A

    Pro-A series is designed for enhanced stability, durability, and efficiency, it offers reliable performance, user-friendly features and a streamlined aesthetic, making it ideal for daily computing needs.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Pro Series

    Optimized for stability, durability, and efficiency. It combines reliable performance, user-friendly features and streamlined style for daily computing tasks.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Performance

    Optimized VRM Design

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    8+2+1 Power Phase Design

    Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU, offering enhanced performance for gamers.


    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.

    Hi-Density Power Connector

    CPU overclocking requires higher current. ASRock Hi-Density Power Connectors are designed to withstand higher currents compared to traditional CPU and ATX power connectors, providing a more stable system and reducing the risk of fire during heavy overclocking.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    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 most extreme memory performance!

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    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 high quality 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.

    * There are certain risks involved with memory overclocking and may affect your system’s stability. Please realize that overclocking should be done at your own risk and expense. EXPO/XMP profile support may vary by different system configuration, memory modules and motherboard models. Please refer to Memory QVL for the completed support list.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    High Speed M.2 Solution

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    PCIe Gen5 Blazing M.2

    The Blazing M.2 accommodates the latest PCI Express 5.0 standard to perform twice the bandwidth compared to previous generation, with a breathtaking 128Gb/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Hyper M.2 Gen4 x4

    Supports PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSDs, it is capable of perform twice the speed compared to previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning fast data transferring experience.

    Cooling

    Intelligent Cooling Design

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Aluminum Heatsink

    The first thing that catches the eye is the optimized Aluminum Heatsink Design. Heatsinks are crucial for efficient heat dissipation, especially during heavy workloads like gaming or productivity tasks. Motherboard that built with heatsinks can effectively manage thermal performance, hence ensure system stability and durability effortlessly.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    PWM/DC Fan Support

    ASRock fan headers automatically detect whether fans are running in DC or PWM mode, allowing users to fine-tune the fan curve and achieve quieter operation.

    1. CPU Fan Connector

    2. Chassis Fan Connector

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Fan-Tastic Tuning

    ASRock A-Tuning Fan-Tastic Tuning function enables users to auto-detect the minimum duty of each fan with a single click. Users can also easily adjust the fan curve via the visualized UI interface, meeting their system's cooling performance and noise reduction requirements.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Connectivity

    Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN

    The intelligent 2.5Gb/s LAN platform is built for maximum networking performance for the demanding requirements of home networking, content creators, online gamers and high-quality streaming media. Boost networking performance up to 2.5X the bandwidth compared to the standard gigabit Ethernet, you’ll enjoy the faster and uncompromised connectivity experience for gaming, file transfers and backups.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Stylish Design

    POLYCHROME RGB

    This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB headers 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.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    SignalRGB

    SignalRGB unifies your RGB devices, offering seamless customization, game-reactive effects, macro automation, and system monitoring. The official partnership empowers ASRock motherboards with advanced lighting control, enhances compatibility with a diverse range of RGB devices, and provides greater customization flexibility.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    DIY Friendly

    Dual Graphics Outputs

    Complete with two types of most used connectors! Packed with a HDMI + DisplayPort combo, you have more graphics output options now.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]

    The reinforced steel slot is capable of supporting PCI Express 5.0 standard. The various benefits include:

    • Extra anchor points
    • Stronger latch
    • Ensure signal stability
    • Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed.
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    EZ Setting

    Auto Driver Installer

    No need to worry about lack of disk drive! Asrock preinstall LAN driver to ensure that you are able to install all drivers needed in an easier way than using SCD.

    Step1: Install Auto Driver Installer

    Step2: Update drivers needed

    Step3: Done!

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    BIOS Flashback

    Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and a power supply. No CPU, RAM or other components are required.

    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    B850M Pro-A

    • Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
    • 8+2+1 Phase Power Design, Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC+MISC
    • 4 x DDR5 DIMMs
      Supports Dual Channel, up to 8000+ (OC)
    • 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x4, 1 M.2 Key E for WiFi
    • Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort
    • Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec
    • 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4)
      2 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
      4 SATA3
    • 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (Rear)
      1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
      1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
      6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
      8 USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
    • Realtek 2.5G LAN
    • 802.11axe WiFi 6E +Bluetooth
    • Supports BIOS Flashback
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard
    ASRock B850M Pro-A Motherboard

    Warranty & Returns

    Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

    Warranty

    • Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
    • Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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    The ASRock B850M Pro-A is a Micro-ATX AM5 motherboard for Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series processors, suited to compact gaming or productivity PCs that need DDR5 memory, a PCIe 5.0 graphics slot, and fast M.2 storage.

    Recommended For

    • Micro-ATX AM5 gaming builds with one graphics card: it supports Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 processors and provides a PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics slot. Hardware Unboxed and TechSpot also tested the board in a demanding Ryzen 9 9950X workload, making it relevant beyond entry-level CPU pairings.
    • AM5 PC builders planning a multi-drive setup: three M.2 sockets and four SATA ports suit systems that mix NVMe drives with SATA SSDs or hard drives. Note that using the third M.2 socket disables the secondary PCIe 4.0 x4 slot.
    • Wired home-office, creator, or streaming PCs that can use 2.5Gb Ethernet for a compatible faster local network, file transfers, or backups. The board provides 2.5Gb LAN; the benefit depends on the network equipment and service at the other end.
    • DIY builders who may need to update the BIOS before fitting a processor: BIOS Flashback works with a USB drive and power supply without requiring a CPU or memory, and ASRock provides an Auto Driver Installer for initial setup.

    Real-World Use Scenarios

    • Building a compact gaming PC with an AM5 Ryzen processor and a separate graphics card: the Micro ATX board provides a standard full-length graphics-card slot, while gaming performance will depend mainly on the CPU and GPU selected.
    • Setting up a compact everyday or work PC: the Micro ATX format suits a smaller desktop build, and support for Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 processors gives builders several AM5 CPU options.
    • Expanding a PC with separate drives for the operating system, games, and project files: three M.2 sockets and four SATA ports provide several ways to add storage, subject to the board’s slot-sharing limits.
    • Using a wired home network for online gaming or moving files to a compatible network storage device: the 2.5GbE port supports faster wired links than standard Gigabit Ethernet when the rest of the network supports those speeds.
    • Running a basic desktop before installing a graphics card, or troubleshooting a graphics-card issue: the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs can provide display output when paired with a Ryzen processor that has integrated graphics.

    Spec Summary

    AttributeValue
    Best ForAM5 desktop builds with Ryzen 7000, 8000, or 9000 Series processors, DDR5 memory, and multiple M.2 or SATA drives in a Micro ATX case
    Processor And PlatformAMD B850 chipset with an AM5 socket for Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series processors
    Memory ConfigurationFour DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 256GB in dual-channel mode, with speeds up to 8000+(OC), AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles, ECC, and un-buffered memory
    Expansion SlotsOne PCIe 5.0 x16 slot runs at Gen5 x16 with Ryzen 7000 and 9000 Series processors, Gen4 x8 with Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 1, or Gen4 x4 with Phoenix 2; one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot is disabled when the third M.2 socket is occupied
    Storage And RAIDThree M.2 sockets support NVMe boot drives: one Gen5 x4 and two Gen4 x4, with the third socket operating at Gen4 x2 on Ryzen 8000 Phoenix 2; four SATA 6Gb/s ports. Supports RAID 0, 1, and 10 for SATA and M.2 NVMe drives; M.2 RAID 10 requires additional expansion cards
    Ports And ConnectivityRear I/O includes HDMI, DisplayPort 1.4, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A and Type-C, two USB 3.2 Gen1, four USB 2.0, RJ-45 LAN, audio jacks, and a BIOS Flashback button. Front-panel headers support USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, four USB 3.2 Gen1, and four USB 2.0 ports
    NetworkingDragon RTL8125BG wired LAN with speeds up to 2.5Gbps
    AudioRealtek ALC897 audio codec with 7.1-channel support and line-in, front-speaker, and microphone jacks
    Power Delivery And Cooling8+2+1-phase power design with Dr.MOS for VCore, SOC, and MISC; two CPU fan connectors and three chassis fan connectors with smart fan speed control
    Form Factor And Power ConnectionsMicro ATX board measuring 9.6 × 9.6 inches, with a 24-pin ATX connector and 8-pin and 4-pin 12V connectors
    Firmware And Operating System256Mb AMI UEFI BIOS with GUI support, BIOS Flashback, and support for Windows 10 64-bit and Windows 11 64-bit
    Model IdentifiersASRock B850M Pro-A (model number B850M PRO-A)