ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi Intel LGA1851 DDR5 Motherboard

High-Performance Gaming Motherboard Built for Intel Core Ultra

The ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi is a premium Micro-ATX gaming motherboard engineered for enthusiasts, gamers and content creators seeking maximum performance from the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. Built on the flagship Intel Z890 chipset, it combines advanced power delivery, ultra-fast DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, Thunderbolt 4 and premium networking technologies into a compact and powerful platform.

Featuring a robust 16+1+1+1+1 phase power design, support for DDR5 memory up to 9466+MHz (OC), PCIe Gen5 graphics and storage, Killer 2.5Gb LAN, Wi‑Fi 6E, and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, the Z890M Riptide WiFi delivers exceptional performance for gaming, productivity and AI-enhanced computing.

Key Features & Benefits

Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Ready

Supports the latest Intel Core Ultra processors on the LGA1851 platform, including integrated AI acceleration capabilities through Intel's dedicated NPU technology.

Powerful 16+1+1+1+1 Phase VRM

Equipped with premium 80A Dr.MOS power stages and enlarged VRM heatsinks for stable power delivery under demanding workloads and overclocking scenarios.

PCIe 5.0 Graphics & Storage

Enjoy full-speed PCIe 5.0 support for next-generation graphics cards and ultra-fast NVMe SSDs.

Extreme DDR5 Memory Support

Supports up to 256GB DDR5 memory with overclocked speeds reaching 9466+MHz, delivering outstanding bandwidth and responsiveness.

Dual Thunderbolt 4 Connectivity

Two rear Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports provide up to 40Gbps transfer speeds, display output support and USB Power Delivery functionality.

Killer Networking Technology

Combines Killer 2.5Gb Ethernet and Wi‑Fi 6E with Killer DoubleShot™ Pro technology for low-latency gaming and fast network performance.

Premium Gaming Audio

Featuring Realtek audio with Nahimic Audio enhancements for immersive gaming, communication and multimedia experiences.

Advanced Cooling & Durability

Built with server-grade low-loss PCB materials, premium capacitors and multiple fan and pump headers for enhanced stability and thermal management.

BIOS Flashback & Easy Installation

Includes BIOS Flashback, integrated I/O shield and ASRock Auto Driver Installer for simplified setup and maintenance.

RGB Customisation Support

Compatible with ASRock Polychrome Sync and addressable RGB devices to create a personalised gaming system.

Technical Specifications

Processor Support

• Socket: LGA1851
• Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Intel Hybrid Technology
• Intel Turbo Boost Max 3.0
• Intel Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB)
• Intel Adaptive Boost Technology (ABT)
• Integrated NPU Support

Chipset

• Intel Z890

Form Factor

• Micro-ATX
• Dimensions: 244 x 244mm
• 2oz Copper PCB

Power Design

• 16+1+1+1+1 Power Phase Design
• 80A Dr.MOS Power Stages
• Enlarged Heatsink Armour
• Premium 20K Long-Life Capacitors

Memory

• 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
• Dual Channel DDR5 Architecture
• Maximum Capacity: 256GB
• Supports DDR5 Up To 9466+MHz (OC)
• Supports Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR5 Memory
• Intel XMP 3.0 Support
• CUDIMM Support
• Memory OC Shield

Expansion Slots

• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot
• Supports PCIe Bifurcation (x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4)
• 1 x M.2 Key-E Slot for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

Storage

M.2 Slots

• 1 x Blazing M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 Slot
• 2 x Hyper M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 Slots
• One Hyper M.2 Slot Supports SATA Mode

SATA

• 4 x SATA III 6Gb/s Ports

RAID Support

• RAID 0
• RAID 1
• RAID 5
• RAID 10
• NVMe RAID Support

Graphics Outputs

• 1 x HDMI 2.1
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C Outputs
• HDMI Up To 4K @ 120Hz
• DisplayPort Up To 8K @ 60Hz / 5K @ 120Hz
• Thunderbolt Display Support Up To 8K @ 60Hz

Audio

• Realtek ALC1220 HD Audio
• 7.1-Channel Surround Sound
• Nahimic Audio Enhancement
• Optical S/PDIF Output
• Gold-Plated Audio Connectors

Wired Networking

• Killer E3100G 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• Killer LAN Software
• Killer DoubleShot™ Pro

Wireless Connectivity

• Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11axe)
• Dual-Band 2x2 Wireless
• 6GHz Band Support
• Bluetooth 5.3
• MU-MIMO Support

USB Connectivity

Rear USB Ports

• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (40Gbps)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (10Gbps)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
• 2 x USB 2.0

Internal Headers

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Header (20Gbps)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header
• 2 x USB 2.0 Headers

Rear I/O Panel

• 2 x Wi‑Fi Antenna Connectors
• 1 x HDMI 2.1
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
• 2 x USB 2.0
• 1 x RJ-45 2.5Gb LAN
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF
• Audio Jacks
• BIOS Flashback Button

Internal Connectors

• 2 x 8-Pin CPU Power Connectors
• 1 x 24-Pin ATX Power Connector
• 1 x Thermistor Cable Header
• 1 x TPM Header
• 1 x RGB Header
• 2 x Addressable RGB Headers
• 2 x CPU Fan Headers
• 3 x Chassis Fan Headers
• 1 x AIO Pump Header
• 1 x Water Pump Header
• Front USB-C Header

BIOS & Software

BIOS

• 256Mb AMI UEFI BIOS
• ASRock EZ Mode
• Full HD UEFI
• Instant Flash
• BIOS Flashback

Software

• Phantom Gaming Tuning Utility
• Killer Control Center
• ASRock Polychrome Sync
• ASRock Auto Driver Installer

Operating System Support

• Microsoft Windows 11 64-Bit

Certifications

• FCC Certified
• CE Certified
• ErP/EuP Ready

What's in the Box?

• ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi Motherboard
• 2 x SATA Data Cables
• 2 x ASRock Wi‑Fi Antennas
• ARGB Splitter Cable
• Thermistor Cable
• Documentation

Why Choose the ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi?

The ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi delivers enthusiast-class features in a compact Micro-ATX format. Combining a powerful 16+1+1+1+1 phase VRM, DDR5 support up to 9466+MHz, PCIe 5.0 graphics and storage, dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, Wi‑Fi 6E, and Killer 2.5Gb networking, it provides an exceptional platform for gaming, streaming, content creation and AI-enhanced workloads.

With premium cooling features, advanced networking, extensive storage options and Intel's latest Core Ultra platform support, the Z890M Riptide WiFi is an outstanding choice for building a powerful, future-ready performance PC.