ASRock B650M PG Lightning AMD AM5 Socket Motherboard, Micro-ATX, 4x DDR5 Slots, 3x M.2 Sockets, 1x USB-C Port, 2.5GbE LAN, 1x DisplayPort / 1x HDMI Port

B650M PG Lightning

Key Features
Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
6+2+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS
4 x DDR5 DIMMs
Supports Dual Channel, up to 7200+ (OC)
1 PCIe 4.0 x16, 1 PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 M.2 Key-E for WiFi
Graphics Output: HDMI, DisplayPort
Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
4 SATA3, 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5 x4),
1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4), 1 M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x2)
1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A+C (Rear)
1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
6 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (2 Rear, 4 Front)
Phantom Gaming 2.5G LAN
Supports ASRock Auto Driver Installer, BIOS Flashback

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.

6+2+1 Power Phase Design
Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU, offering enhanced performance for gamers.

Extreme Overclocking Performance

DDR5 EXPO & XMP Support
Derived from the “built for stable and reliable” designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. All B650 motherboards are built with 6-Layer PCB design, enthusiasts are able to enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance up to 7200MHz and beyond by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are AMD EXPO/ Intel XMP capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying and absolutely no sweat at all.

Blazing OC Tuner
The Blazing OC Tuner allows AM5 CPU to switch between OC mode and PBO(Precision Boost Overdrive) mode when the CPU current hits threshold. Anything above current threshold will engage manual OC mode; if below current threshold then will engage Precision Boost Overdrive mode. This idea is to combine overclocking on all cores and automatic boost on a single core to get the best performance out of your CPU. There is no need to enter BIOS to setup up, you can modify all the settings on time under OS.

AMD PBO Technology
PBO(Precision Boost Overdrive) is an automatic performance-maximizing technology that is able to improve your PC’s performance by raising clock speeds based on the conditions inside your PC, AMD’s processors is equipped with intelligent thermal sensors designed to analyze conditions inside your PC and make the “go faster” decision as often as possible, please ensure system cooling is sufficient before enabling PBO.

Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 4.0 Version]
The reinforced steel slot is capable of supporting PCI Express 4.0 standard. The various benefits include:
Extra anchor points
Stronger latch
Ensure signal stability
Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed.

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 to ensure the best noise-free conversation, giving a constant vocal level no matter the distance from your mic. The Nahimic audio engine dynamically clear the sound and remove interference noise and lower the voice variation. Result is a better comprehension and less fatigue.
Static Noise Suppression
Echo Cancellation
Lateral Sound Cancellation
Voice Stabilizer

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 measure and improve to optimize our technology and offer you the best experience.

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.

Phantom Gaming 2.5 Gb/s LAN
The intelligent Phantom Gaming 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.
Automatically detects and accelerates game traffic ahead of other network traffic for smoother, stutter-free in-game performance and the competitive edge.

Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C
Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C header delivers up to 5 Gbps data transfer rate and next generation reversible USB design to the front panel of computer case.

Dual USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A + Type-C)
This motherboard has a pair of onboard Type-A and Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2 ports built on the rear i/o for supporting next generation USB 3.2 Gen2 devices and to deliver up to 10 Gbps data transfer rates.

M.2 (KEY E) For WiFi
Besides the onboard LAN port, users may also choose wireless connections by M.2 (Key E) slot.

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!

Specifications

Unique Feature

Superb Productivity
PCIe Gen5 (M.2)
Dual Channel DDR5

Rock-Solid Durability
6+2+1 Power Phase, 50A Dr.MOS

Ultrafast Connectivity
2.5G LAN

EZ Update
BIOS Flashback Button
ASRock Auto Driver Installer
EZ Troubleshooter

CPU
Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors

Chipset
AMD B650

Memory
Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 7200+(OC)
Max. capacity of system memory: 256GB
Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules

BIOS
256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support

Graphics
Integrated 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
1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed), supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz

Audio
7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
Nahimic Audio

LAN
2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
Dragon RTL8125BG
Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software
Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
Visual User Friendly UI
Visual Network Usage Statistics
Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and Streaming Modes
User Customized Priority Control

Slots
CPU:
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2), supports x4 mode
Chipset:
1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module
Supports AMD CrossFire
15µ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)

Storage
CPU:
1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode
Chipset:
1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode
1 x M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x2 (32 Gb/s) mode
4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

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

USB
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (Rear)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (2 Rear, 4 Front)
8 x USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)

Connector
1 x SPI TPM Header
1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
1 x RGB LED Header
3 x Addressable LED Headers
1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt 4 AIC Card)
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 Gen1 Header

Rear Panel I/O
2 x Antenna Mounting Points
1 x HDMI Port
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports
4 x USB 2.0 Ports
1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
1 x BIOS Flashback Button
HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

Software and UEFI
Software
ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)
ASRock Phantom Gaming LAN Software
ASRock Polychrome SYNC
UEFI
ASRock Full HD UEFI
ASRock Auto Driver Installer
ASRock Instant Flash

Accessories
1 x User Manual
1 x I/O Shield
2 x SATA Data Cables
4 x Screws for M.2 Sockets

Form Factor
Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm

OS
Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit

Certifications
FCC, CE
ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)