Description
X870E Taichi
Taichi series flagship motherboard features top-tier hardware spec, robust power design, USB4 Type-C, and DIY-friendly functionality. It’s built for high-end gamers, offering luxury aesthetics and powerful performance.
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PHILOSOPHY OF INFINITE POTENTIAL
Taichi represents the philosophical state of undifferentiated absolute and infinite potential. A motherboard that fulfills every task – with style! Become like water. Shapeless, formless, versatile for any situation.
Performance
Optimized VRM Design
24+2+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.
SPS (Smart Power Stage)
Dr.MOS design features the latest SPS (Smart Power Stage) technology. It’s optimized for monitoring current and temperature of each phase, thus delivering smoother and neater power to the CPU with enhanced performance and OC capability.
PREMIUM PCB SOLUTION
The server grade low loss PCB improves signal integrity, allowing motherboard to support PCIe 5.0 for both graphics card and M.2 SSD, it also improves memory OC potential to deliver the most extreme memory performance.
DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support
Derived from the “built for stable and reliable” designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboards 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.
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 previous generation, with a breathtaking 128GB/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.
DIY Friendly Design
Graphics Card EZ Release
M.2 Heatsink Toolless Design
M.2 Bottom Heatsink
ASRock redesigned the PCIe slot installation method to cater to user needs, allowing for hassle-free installation and removal of the graphics card effortlessly.
Enlarged M.2 Heatsink
XXL M.2 Heatsink
Anti-Drop Screw
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.
Cooling
Intelligent Cooling Design
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.
Composite VRM Heatsink
It is equipped with a composite VRM heatsink combining a cooling fan, bigger aluminum sink and heat pipe for maximum heat dissipation.
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi 7 offers higher data throughput, lower latency, and Multi-link Operation. These features ensure a smooth and real-time interactive experience, making the VR/AR experience more immersive and connected.
Enhanced USB4 Type-C
USB4 technology brings speed and versatility to the most advanced USB Type-C, offering a fast and simple level of connection for work or home. It enables lightning-fast 40Gbps data transfer bitrate.
Optimized 5 Gb/s LAN
ASRock’s 5Gb/s LAN Connector features an exclusive, patent-pending design, boasting superior electromagnetic interference resistance, ensuring high-speed stable performance and providing users with a better networking experience.
Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Header
The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as previous generation, providing a blazing fast data transfer interface with reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.
More than USB Transfer Speed
Lightning Gaming Ports
Ultra USB Power
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 the lower jitter and latency!
High Definition Sound Effects
Embrace the audio stunning performance with ES9219 SABRE DAC!
√ True Hi-Fi Audio. No distorted digital signal
√ 130dB SNR
√ 114dB THD+N and supports higher impedance up to 600 Ω headphone
√ True Hi-Fi Audio. No distorted digital signal
√ 130dB SNR
√ 114dB THD+N and supports higher impedance up to 600 Ω headphone
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.
*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.
DIY Friendly
Deluxe Accessories
The ARGB Splitter Cable enables easy management of multiple ARGB devices through a single controller. With its splitting capability, it streamlines your lighting setup for a unified and dynamic aesthetic.
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.
✔ Extra anchor points
✔ Stronger latch
✔ Ensure signal stability
✔ Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed.
![Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]](https://www.asrock.com/mb/features/Reinforced%20Steel%20Slot5-Refresh.jpg)
EZ Setting
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
step1 : Install Auto Driver Installer
step2 : Update drivers needed
step3 : Done!
BUILD FOR THE MOST ADVANCED PC FOR GAMING AND CREATING
When only the fastest will do, an AMD X800-series motherboard delivers. With USB 4.0 onboard along with robust overclocking¹ capabilities, featuring faster dual-channel DDR5 memory support, AMD EXPO™ technology and PCIe® 5.0 support for both graphics and NVMe, you can play the most demanding games and deliver your biggest projects with the revolutionary performance of an AMD X800-series motherboard and AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors.
1. Overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors and memory, including without limitation, altering clock frequencies / multipliers or memory timing / voltage, to operate outside of AMD’s published specifications will void any applicable AMD product warranty, even when enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. This may also void warranties offered by the system manufacturer or retailer. Users assume all risks and liabilities that may arise out of overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors, including, without limitation, failure of or damage to hardware, reduced system performance and/or data loss, corruption or vulnerability. GD-106.
© 2024 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, Radeon, Ryzen and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other product names used in this publication are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Additional information
| Weight | 3 kg |
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Specification
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Unique FeatureSuperb Productivity
– PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2)
– Dual Channel DDR5
– USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s)
Rock-Solid Durability
– Server-Grade Low-Loss PCB
– 24+2+1 Power Phase, 110A SPS for VCore+SOC with Enlarged Heatsink Armor
– Flexible Integrated I/O Shield
– 20K Long-lasting Black Caps (high quality and conductive polymer capacitors)
Ultrafast Connectivity
– 5G LAN, 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module
– ASRock Lightning Gaming Ports
EZ Update
– BIOS Flashback Button
– ASRock Auto Driver Installer -
CPU– Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors*
– Supports ASRock Hyper BCLK Engine* The availability of expansion slots may vary by CPU. Please refer to PCIe/M.2 Bandwidth Table for details. (http://www.asrock.com/) -
Chipset– AMD X870E
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Memory– Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
– 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
– Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 8200+(OC)*
– Max. capacity of system memory: 256GB
– Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules**Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for more information. -
BIOS– 256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
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GraphicsIntegrated AMD RDNA™ graphics (Actual support may vary by CPU)
– 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR, HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz
– 2 x USB4, support HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K 30Hz** Only the CPU’s embedded graphics can be displayed through USB4 ports. If you want to display to a Type-C monitor, please use AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 processors with embedded graphics. -
Audio– 5.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC4082 Audio Codec)
– WIMA Audio Capacitors (For Rear Outputs)
– ESS SABRE9219 DAC for Rear Panel Audio (130dB SNR)
– Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel
– Direct Drive Technology on Front headphone port (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets)
– Nahimic Audio -
LAN– 5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500/5000 Mb/s
– Realtek RTL8126 -
Wireless LAN– 802.11be 2×2 Wi-Fi 7 Module
– Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be
– Supports 2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz* frequency band
– Supports 160MHz channel bandwidth with 6GHz* frequency band
– 1 antenna to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology
– Supports Bluetooth 5.4
– Supports MU-MIMO* Wi-Fi 7 (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. -
SlotsCPU:
– 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slots (PCIE1 and PCIE2), support x16 or x8/x8 modes*
Chipset:
– 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module
– Supports AMD CrossFire™* PCIE1 and PCIE2 will run at Gen5x16 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x8 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors.
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks -
StorageCPU:
– 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode*
Chipset:
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_4, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
– 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
M2_1 is the first priority for M.2 installation.
M2_1 will run at Gen5x4 with 9000 and 7000 series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1 and Phoenix 2) series processors. -
RAID– Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
– Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices -
USBCPU:
– 2 x USB4 Type-C (Rear)
– 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear) Chipset:
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
– 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
– 7 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (3 Rear, 4 Front)
– 6 x USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front)* All USB ports support ESD Protection -
Connector– 3 x Thermistor Cable Headers
– 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
– 1 x RGB LED Header*
– 3 x Addressable LED Headers**
– 2 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)***
– 4 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)***
– 1 x AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)***
– 1 x Water Pump Fan Connector (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 (15μ Gold Audio Connector)
– 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
– 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
– 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20 Gb/s)
– 1 x Dr. Debug with LED
– 1 x Power Button with LED
– 1 x Reset Button with LED* 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, CHA_FAN1~4, AIO_PUMP and W_PUMP support the fan power up to 3A (36W).
CPU_FAN2, CHA_FAN1~4, AIO_PUMP and W_PUMP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. -
Rear Panel I/O– 2 x Antenna Ports
– 1 x HDMI Port
– 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port
– 2 x USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s)*
– 5 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (USB32_12 are Lightning Gaming Ports.)
– 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_34 supports Ultra USB Power.)
– 2 x USB 2.0 Ports
– 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
– 1 x Clear CMOS Button
– 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
– 1 x Line Out Jack (Gold Audio Jack)
– 1 x Microphone Input Jack (Gold Audio Jack)* Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 5V@3A (15W) charging -
Software and UEFISoftware
– ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
– ASRock Polychrome SYNC*
UEFI
– ASRock EZ Mode
– ASRock Full HD UEFI
– ASRock Auto Driver Installer
– ASRock Instant Flash*These utilities can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. -
Accessories– 4 x SATA Data Cables
– 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna
– 1 x ARGB Splitter Cable
– 3 x Thermistor Cables -
Form Factor– EATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 10.5-in, 30.5 cm x 26.7 cm
– 8 Layer PCB
– 2oz Copper PCB -
OS– Microsoft Windows® 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit
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Certifications– FCC, CE
– ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
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