ASROCK X870E Challenger WiFi
ASROCK X870E Challenger WiFi
The black ASROCK X870E Challenger WiFi motherboard is the cornerstone for building a PC with 7th, 8th and 9th generation AMD Ryzen processors. Measuring 30.5 × 24.4cm, this ATX motherboard reliably connects all your hardware components and provides stable power and fast communication between the processor, RAM and graphics card. The board uses the AMD X870E chipset and AM5 socket, bringing advanced technologies to gaming rigs, including support for PCIe 5.0 and the Wi-Fi 7 wireless standard.
AMD X870E
Chipset
AMD AM5
Socket
ATX
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASROCK X870E Challenger WiFi motherboard
- Combines an AMD X870E chipset with an AMD AM5 socket and uses the ATX format
- Four DDR5 slots with support for up to 256GB of RAM
- Features one PCIe 5.0 × 16 slot and two high-speed 40Gb/s USB 4.0 ports
- Four M.2 NVMe slots and two SATA III connectors with RAID support
- Wi-Fi 7 module for wireless connectivity and a 5Gb/s LAN port for wired communication
- Stable operation supported by a 20 + 2 + 1 phase power system with 110A Smart Power Stage components
- Tool-less M.2 drive installation and coloured Post Status Checker LEDs
Powerful performance
The power system uses a 20 + 2 + 1 phase configuration with 110A Smart Power Stage components. These components deliver a stable voltage to the processor even under intensive load. The board effectively regulates the power cascade temperature and maintains low operating temperatures for all components using aluminium heatsinks. The system thus demonstrates high stability under prolonged load.
Support for fast DDR5 memory
The board has four DDR5 RAM slots with Dual-Channel technology support. Users can install modules with a total capacity of up to 256GB. The system fully supports AMD EXPO and Intel XMP overclocking profiles, which help you easily set higher operating frequencies. The eight-layer PCB contributes to better signal integrity.
Fast buses
For graphics cards, there is one reinforced steel PCIe 5.0 × 16 slot with high mechanical resistance. This slot prevents heavy graphics cards from sagging and protects signal integrity. The Blazing M.2 slot expands your storage space, using the full speed of the PCIe 5.0 bus for fast data transfers of up to 128Gb/s. An enlarged aluminium heatsink takes care of drive cooling.
Wi-Fi 7 wireless connectivity
The network equipment includes a Wi-Fi 7 standard wireless module that operates in three frequency bands. A Realtek ethernet port with 5Gb/s throughput and increased resistance to electromagnetic interference is used for a wired connection. Integrated Bluetooth 5.4 technology makes it easy to connect wireless headphones or peripherals without the need for additional adaptors.
Fast USB 4.0 ports
On the rear panel, there are two modern USB 4.0 Type-C ports with a transfer speed of up to 40Gb/s. These ports are used for fast data transfer and for connecting high-resolution monitors. A USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 × 2 connector is available for the front panel of the case. The board also offers special Lightning Gaming ports with separate controls to reduce mouse and keyboard latency.
Advanced Nahimic audio
The audio output is handled by an eight-channel Realtek ALC4082 audio chip with Nahimic surround sound support. To make assembly easier, the board includes an integrated rear shield and a tool-less mechanism for installing M.2 SSDs. The Post Status Checker diagnostic system shows the status of the main components at startup using coloured LEDs on the board.
Port equipment
Storage
- SATA III count: 2
- M.2 count: 4
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 3× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Functions: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1 (1 header)
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 3
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 5
- Rear USB 4.0: 2
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort via USB4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Sound card: Realtek ALC4082
- Rear connectors: 2× 3.5mm jack, optical S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: BIOS Flashback button, Clear CMOS button, RJ-45 (LAN) 5Gb/s, 2× Wi-Fi antenna connector
- Power: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin
- Cooling: number of PWM FAN (4-pin) - 7, water pump - 2× 4-pin
- Internal: Power LED and speaker, RGB LED (4-pin), 3× addressable RGB LED, front panel audio
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it's important to pay particular attention to the motherboard socket type, format, and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket determines the choice of a suitable processor, while the other connectors will dictate the selection of other components for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | ASx870ecw2 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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