The M.2 sockets also support RAID0 and RAID1 modes. When PCIe2 or PCIe 4 is populated, PCIe 3 downgrades to x2 mode. The x1 slot connects to the chipset running at PCIe 3.0 x1 speeds. The second slot down is PCIe 3.0 x4, while the bottom full-length slot runs at PCIe 3.0 x1. This slot is CPU-connected and runs (with the proper Vermeer and Matisse-based processors) at PCIe 4.0 x16.
The primary PCIe slot sports ASRock’s armor to prevent shearing and reduce EMI around the slot. Moving to the middle of the board, there are three full-length PCIe slots and one x1 skot between the top two. Most users will still find this option acceptable. Being a budget motherboard, we understand the choice to use a more simplified codec. There are four audio capacitors and a line separating the audio bits from the rest of the board. Starting with audio located on the left side, we see the budget Realtek ALC897 codec and four audio caps, fully exposed. The bottom half of the board consists of the audio section, PCIe expansion slots, M.2 storage, and more. If you’re looking for ultra-fast USB, you’ll have to look somewhere else (and spend more) or buy an add-in-card. Missing from the plethora of options, however, is a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port. There are plenty of USB ports by count, between the ten ports out back and the miscellaneous headers scattered around the board. Moving to the right edge, we run into the 24-pin ATX connector to power the board, a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen1 header and a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C header. The ARGB header supports up to 12V/3A, 36W LED strip, while the RGB headers support up to 5V/3A, 15W. In the upper-right corner are the first set of RGB headers, 3-pin ARGB and 4-pin RGB. The remainder of the fan headers are scattered around the board (above the top M.2 socket, below the SATA ports and across the bottom).Īlong the bottom edge of the B550 PG Riptide, we find the second set of connectors. The CPU/Water Pump and Chassis/Water pump headers support up to 2A/24W, while CPU_FAN2/WP,CHA_FAN1/FAN2/FAN3/FAN4/FAN5 supports up to 1A/12W and auto-detects if a 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. Located above the DRAM slots are the first three (of seven) four-pin fan/pump headers. If you don’t have the right combination, you likely won’t get there. As always, reaching these speeds depends on the CPU (a high-quality IMC) and the memory kit. Speeds are listed up to DDR4 4933(OC), which is about average for the platform.
To the right of the socket are four unreinforced, single-side locking DRAM slots, supporting up to 128GB of RAM. Right above the socket are the VRM bits for the SOC, and to the right is the PWM controller IC. The 8-pin connector is required, while the 4-pin is optional. Above this heatsink are the two EPS connectors to feed power to the CPU. That said, the theme-agnostic style allows it to fit in seamlessly to most builds-it’s just not going to be the focal point.įocusing on the top half of the board, we get a closer look at the VRM heatsink that sports the ASRock name along with the Phantom Gaming branding. You’re not going to find all the fancy and typically more aesthetically pleasing shrouds and heatsinks on these budget-type boards. Overall, the B550 PG Riptide looks the part of a budget motherboard. The top PCIe slot uses reinforcement and is the only slot/socket using the ASRock Armor (metal reinforcement to avoid shearing or cracks in the slot). If you need more, you’ll have to use the integrated headers on the board. This is the only area on the board with RGB lighting. There’s a single heatsink for an M.2 module and a small heatsink for the chipset with the Phantom Gaming branding visible on top. However, the top VRM for the SOC doesn’t have a heatsink on it. The single VRM heatsink covers the left bank and IO area.
#Riptide pro vs steadybake free#
When we first took the B550 Riptide out of its box, we were greeted by a matte-black PCB with some black semi-gloss design elements swirling about most of the free space. Below is a list of all included accessories. With today’s GPUs seemingly increasing in size and weight every generation, this is a great value-add for those using a high-end. That said, the company does include a graphics card holder that mounts to the motherboard. The included accessories are basic, offering a couple of SATA cables and M.2 screws, but not much else.
#Riptide pro vs steadybake Pc#
(1) PCIe 3.0 x4 (32 Gbps) / SATA + PCIe (up to 110mm)ĪSRock’s B550 Riptide includes a set of accessories that should get your PC up and running without a trip to the store. (1) PCIe 4.0 x4 (64 Gbps) / PCIe Only (up to 80mm) AMD Quad CrossfireX and CrossFireX (2-Way)
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