ASRock PHANTOM GAMING X870 Nova WiFi AMD Socket AM5 Motherboard, 4 x DDR5 Slots, 5x M.2 Socket, 5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7, 1x HDMI Port / 1x USB-C (USB4)

ASRock PHANTOM GAMING X870 Nova WiFi Motherboard

Nova represents the most significant energy discharge ever witnessed by mankind—super-powerful and uncompromising, just like the performance this ASRock PHANTOM GAMING X870 Nova WiFi motherboard is designed to deliver.

Built for Gamers: Fast, Mysterious, Unbeatable

Phantom Gaming is designed by gamers, for gamers. Beneath its aggressive, relentless look, it packs gaming-focused features and robust capabilities aimed at delivering a new level of gaming experience.

Key Features

Exclusive 20K Black Capacitors (1000uF)

Upgraded 20K Black capacitors extend lifespan to 20,000 hours and increase capacitance from 560uF to 1000uF, offering:

• Higher capacitance for better support under high loads
• Lower ripple for cleaner power output
• More stable output current with minimized voltage fluctuations
• Improved performance and overall system stability

18+2+1 Power Phase Design

• Smooth, stable power delivery to the CPU
• Enhanced overclocking capabilities
• Optimized performance with low operating temperatures for advanced gamers

SPS (Smart Power Stage) with Dr.MOS

• Latest SPS technology monitors current and temperature per phase
• Delivers smoother, cleaner power to the CPU
• Boosts performance and overclocking capability

Hi-Density Power Connectors

• Designed to handle higher current for CPU overclocking
• More stable system power
• Reduced risk of fire during heavy overclocking compared to traditional connectors

DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support

• Supports Intel XMP and AMD EXPO memory profiles
• Built with high-quality materials for stability and reliability
• Enables DDR5 memory overclocking by simply enabling pre-tested profiles (requires XMP/EXPO-capable modules)

Premium PCB & Cooling

Server-Grade Low Loss PCB

• Improved signal integrity
• PCIe 5.0 support for both graphics card and M.2 SSD
• Enhanced memory overclocking potential for extreme performance

Intelligent Cooling Design with Aluminum Heatsinks

• Optimized aluminum heatsink design for efficient heat dissipation
• Helps maintain stability and durability under heavy workloads such as gaming and productivity tasks

Next-Gen Connectivity

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)

• Higher data throughput, lower latency, and Multi-link Operation (MLO)
• Enhanced VR/AR experience with smoother, more responsive interactions
• Supports cloud-based gaming, 8K video streaming, and video conferencing
• Multi-link Operation (MLO) uses multiple bands and channels simultaneously to increase speed and reduce latency

Enhanced USB4 Type-C

• USB4 technology on Type-C ports
• Up to 40 Gb/s data transfer bitrate
• High-speed, versatile connection for modern devices

Optimized 5 Gb/s LAN

• ASRock 5Gb/s LAN connector with exclusive, patented design
• Improved electromagnetic interference resistance
• Delivers stable, high-speed networking performance

Lightning Gaming Ports

• Sourced from two different controller interfaces
• Designed to reduce jitter and latency for high-speed gaming mice and keyboards

Ultra USB Power

• Provides 5V power derived from the +12V rail for lower voltage drop under heavy load
• Reduces interference from other devices or RGB LEDs
• Helps deliver more stable power and an improved sound experience

Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Header

• Up to 20 Gb/s data transfer rate
• 2x faster than the previous generation
• Reversible USB Type-C design for easy connection

Immersive Nahimic Audio

Audio That Matters

• 7.1-channel HD audio, vibrant and detailed sound
• Works via headphones, headsets, external/internal speakers, USB, Wi-Fi, analog, or HDMI

Enhanced Communication Quality

• Powerful algorithms for noise-free conversations
• Maintains constant vocal levels regardless of mic distance
• Dynamically clears sound, removes interference noise, and reduces voice variation
• Results in better comprehension and less fatigue

Communication Enhancements

• Static Noise Suppression
• Echo Cancellation
• Lateral Sound Cancellation
• Voice Stabilizer

Ultimate Gaming Experience with Sound Tracker

• Visual indicator showing the direction of predominant in-game sounds
• 360-degree radar-style audio positioning for deeper immersion

Works on Any Device

• Compatible with your favorite audio tools and devices
• Optimized for vibrant, high-quality surround sound

Polychrome RGB & Signal RGB

Polychrome RGB Lighting

• Onboard RGB and addressable RGB headers
• Connect compatible LED strips, CPU fans, coolers, chassis, and more
• Sync with Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories
• Create personalized, synchronized lighting effects

Signal RGB Integration

• Unified RGB control for multiple devices
• Seamless customization and game-reactive effects
• Macro automation and system monitoring
• Enhanced compatibility and lighting flexibility through official Signal RGB partnership

Specifications

Unique Features

• PCIe Gen5 support for graphics and M.2
• Dual Channel DDR5 memory support
• USB4 Type-C ports (40 Gb/s)
• Server-grade low-loss PCB
• 18+2+1 power phase, 80A SPS for Vcore+SOC with enlarged heatsink armor
• Flexible integrated I/O shield
• 20K long-lasting Black Caps (high quality conductive polymer capacitors)
• 5G LAN and 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 module
• ASRock Lightning Gaming Ports
• EZ Update
• BIOS Flashback Button
• ASRock Auto Driver Installer

CPU & Chipset

Memory

Graphics

Audio

LAN & Wireless

Expansion Slots

Storage

RAID Support

• RAID 0, RAID 1 for SATA storage devices
• RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices

USB

Onboard Connectors & Headers

• 1 x Thermistor cable header
• 1 x Power LED and speaker header
• 1 x RGB LED header
• 3 x Addressable RGB LED headers
• 2 x CPU fan connectors (4-pin, Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 3 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin, Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 1 x AIO pump fan connector (4-pin, Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 1 x Water pump fan connector (4-pin, Smart Fan Speed Control)
• 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
• 2 x 8-pin 12V power connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector)
• 1 x Front panel audio connector (15µ gold audio connector)
• 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 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C header (20 Gb/s)
• 1 x Dr. Debug with LED
• 1 x Power button with LED
• 1 x Reset button with LED

Rear I/O Panel

• 2 x Antenna ports
• 1 x HDMI port
• 1 x Optical SPDIF out port
• 2 x USB4 Type-C ports (40 Gb/s)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports (10 Gb/s)
• USB32_34 supports Ultra USB Power
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports
• USB32_12 are Lightning Gaming Ports
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN port
• 1 x Clear CMOS button
• 1 x BIOS Flashback button
• 1 x Line out jack (gold audio jack)
• 1 x Microphone input jack (gold audio jack)

Software & UEFI

Software
- ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)
- ASRock Phantom Gaming LAN software
- ASRock Polychrome SYNC

UEFI
- ASRock EZ Mode
- ASRock Full HD UEFI
- ASRock Auto Driver Installer
- ASRock Instant Flash

Accessories

• 4 x SATA data cables
• 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz antenna
• 1 x ARGB splitter cable
• 3 x Thermistor cables

Form Factor & PCB

OS Support

• Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit
• Microsoft Windows 11 64-bit

Certifications

• FCC
• CE
• ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply required)