ASUS ROG STRIX B860-A Gaming WiFi Motherboard

The ASUS ROG STRIX B860-A Gaming WiFi is an ATX motherboard built for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) with LGA 1851 socket compatibility. Designed for AI-enhanced computing and high-performance gaming builds, this motherboard combines advanced connectivity, robust power delivery, and comprehensive cooling solutions.

Advanced Power Delivery and Performance

Featuring a 14+1+2+1 power stage design with each stage rated for 80 amps, the B860-A delivers stable power for demanding workloads and overclocking. The eight-layer PCB design efficiently dissipates heat around voltage regulators, while alloy chokes and durable capacitors ensure reliable operation under extreme conditions. NPU Boost technology enables one-click overclocking of the integrated NPU, increasing performance by up to 24%.

DDR5 Memory Support

Four DDR5 DIMM slots support speeds up to 9066MT/s (OC) with a maximum capacity of 256GB. ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) optimizes performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory, while DIMM Fit analyzes individual modules to maximize stability and identify potential issues.

Next-Generation Connectivity

WiFi 7 (802.11be) technology delivers speeds up to 2.9Gbps across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands with Multi-Link Operation for reduced latency. The Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port provides wired speeds 2.5 times faster than standard connections. A USB4 (20Gbps) port enables rapid data transfers, while multiple USB 10Gbps ports (Type-A and Type-C) offer versatile peripheral connectivity.

PCIe 5.0 and Storage Expansion

The motherboard features one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with SafeSlot reinforcement and Q-Release Slim for tool-free graphics card installation. Four M.2 slots accommodate NVMe SSDs, with the primary M.2_1 slot supporting PCIe 5.0 x4 speeds. M.2 heatsinks cover all slots to maintain optimal SSD temperatures, while M.2 Q-Release and Q-Latch mechanisms simplify installation without screws.

Comprehensive Cooling System

VRM heatsinks with strategic airflow channels keep power delivery components cool during intensive tasks. Dedicated CPU fan headers, an AIO pump header, and four chassis fan headers provide flexible cooling configurations. All headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans for simplified setup.

AI-Ready Features

ASUS AI Advisor uses natural language processing to help users explore motherboard features and settings. AI Networking II continuously optimizes network performance for stable connectivity. The asynchronous clock generator isolates CPU base clock from memory, NPU, and other domains for enhanced overclocking flexibility.

Premium Audio and RGB Lighting

ROG SupremeFX audio with Realtek ALC1220P codec delivers 7.1 surround sound with 32-bit/192kHz playback. Dolby Atmos support creates immersive three-dimensional audio. Aura Sync RGB lighting synchronizes effects across compatible ROG components for unified aesthetics.

User-Friendly BIOS and Software

The UEFI BIOS features Q-Dashboard for intuitive hardware configuration visualization. BIOS FlashBack enables USB updates without CPU or memory installed. Bundled software includes Armoury Crate for system control, TurboV Core for Windows-based overclocking, and ASUS DriverHub for automated driver management.