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ASRock B850M Challenger
AMD B850 Micro-ATX Socket AM5 Motherboard - 4x DDR5 - M.2 PCIe 5.0 - USB 3.0 - PCI-Express 5.0 16x - 2.5 GbE LAN
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ASRock B850M Challenger: high-performance, versatile AM5 motherboard
The ASRock B850M Challenge motherboard is ideal for building a modern, high-performance and durable AMD system without compromising on connectivity. Built around the AMD B850 chipset and AM5 socket, this Micro-ATX motherboard makes the most of the latest-generation Ryzen processors while providing a stable, upgradeable platform for gaming, content creation and intensive multitasking.
Its understated, elegant design highlights a robust build made to support the latest components, including PCIe 5.0 graphics cards and ultra-fast DDR5 memory. Thanks to its 2.5 Gb/s Ethernet connectivity, it ensures smooth, fast and reliable connections, ideal for online gaming, 8K streaming or demanding professional applications.
Key features of the ASRock B850M Challenge
- AMD B850 chipset with AM5 socket compatible with AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors
- Micro-ATX form factor ideal for more compact gaming systems
- DDR5 memory support up to 256 GB with EXPO and XMP compatibility
- Reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
- Ultra-fast storage with M.2 PCIe Gen5 x4 slot
- Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN network controller ensuring fast transfers and a stable connection
- Robust 8+1+1 Dr.MOS power design ensuring stability and reliability
Play at your best
The high clock speeds of AMD Ryzen processors are a real advantage in games. Choose the right components and build a powerful Gaming PC with no lag, ready when you need it. Get ahead of your opponents and reach new heights with AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 processors and AMD AM5 motherboards.
AMD Ryzen 9000 processors deliver high performance across the board. They help you create faster, reach your goals sooner and save time every step of the way. Whether you're rendering 3D or exporting large video files, design, deliver and get the job done with PCIe 5.0 speed and storage, numerous processing threads and dedicated video accelerators.
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General information |
Product name |
ASRock B850M Challenger |
Brand |
ASRock | |
Model |
B850M CHALLENGER | |
Processor |
Processor support |
AMD AM5 |
Number of CPUs supported |
1 | |
Chipset |
Chipset |
AMD B850 |
Memory |
Memory format |
4 X DIMM 288 pins (DDR5) |
Memory Frequency(ies) |
DDR5 7600 MHz | |
| DDR5 8000 MHz | ||
| DDR5 7200 MHz | ||
| DDR5 7000 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6800 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6600 MHz | ||
| DDR5 4400 MHz | ||
| DDR5 4800 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5200 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5600 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6000 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6200 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6400 MHz | ||
Memory type |
DDR5 | |
Memory technology |
Dual Channel | |
Maximum RAM capacity per slot |
64 GB | |
Maximum RAM capacity |
256 GB | |
Graphic |
Integrated graphics controller |
No |
Compatible graphics core integrated in the CPU |
Yes | |
Expansion slots |
Graphic connector(s) |
1 X PCI Express 5.0 x16 |
Number and Type of slots |
1 X PCI Express 4.0 x16 (x4) | |
| 1 X PCI Express 4.0 x1 | ||
Audio |
Audio Chipset |
Realtek ALC897 |
Number of audio channels |
8 | |
Network |
Number of ports/Ethernet controler |
1 X Realtek RTL8125BG |
Network standard(s) |
2.5 Gbps Gigabit Ethernet (2.5 GbE) | |
Wi-Fi |
No | |
Storage |
RAID supported |
Yes |
Hard drives connectors |
4 X Serial ATA 6Gb/s (SATA Revision 3) | |
| 1 X M.2 - PCI-E 5.0 x4 | ||
| 1 X M.2 - PCI-E 4.0 x4 | ||
Number of M.2 slot(s) |
2 | |
Supported RAID Modes |
10 | |
| 1 | ||
| 0 | ||
Connectivity |
Motherboard connector location |
Standard connectors (on the motherboard) |
Rear panel connectors |
1 X HDMI Female | |
| 6 X USB 3.0 | ||
| 2 X USB 2.0 | ||
| 1 X RJ45 Female | ||
| BIOS Flash Update | ||
| 3 X 3.5mm Jack Female Stereo | ||
Additional connectors |
Front panel audio | |
| 1 X +12V (Power supply P8) | ||
| 1 X ATX 24 Pin | ||
| 4 X Internal USB 2.0 | ||
| 2 X Internal USB 3.0 | ||
| 1 X Internal USB 3.1 Type C | ||
| 1 X +12V (Power supply P4) | ||
| 3 X Addressable LED RGB connector(s) | ||
| 1 X LED RGB connector(s) | ||
Physical characteristics |
Motherboard format |
Micro ATX |
Length |
244 mm | |
Width |
244 mm | |
Colour |
Black | |
Equipment |
Advanced overclocking features |
Yes |
Use |
Gaming | |
LED |
No | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 2 years
|
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions
Harmonised legal guarantee notice
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Safety Information |
Responsible person |
ASRock EUROPE B.V. |
Postal address |
Bijsterhuizen 11-11 6546 AR Nijmegen The Netherlands | |
Electronic Address |
sales@asrock.nl |
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Product referenced on 13 Oct 2026
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