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ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi vs ASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
Product A: ASRock
56 of 78 known
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
GIGABYTE B850 EAGLE WIFI6E
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
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MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
GIGABYTE B850 EAGLE WIFI6E
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS B650E MAX GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFIProduct B: ASUS
62 of 78 known
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870I AORUS PRO ICE
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
GIGABYTE B850M GAMING X WIFI6E
GIGABYTE B850 EAGLE WIFI6E
GIGABYTE B850M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E ICE
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ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870I AORUS PRO ICE
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS PRIME B840-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
GIGABYTE B850M GAMING X WIFI6E
GIGABYTE B850 EAGLE WIFI6E
GIGABYTE B850M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E ICE36 of 70 fields differ
- 30 different values
- 6 known for one only
- 22 the same
- 12 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- Fan headersA: 3B: 7ASUS has 4 more.
- M.2 slotsA: 2B: 4ASUS has 2 more.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 1B: 2ASUS has 1 more.
- Vcore stagesA: 10B: 14ASUS has 4 more.
- Rear USB portsA: 8B: 10ASUS has 2 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASRock: 170 × 170 mm
- BASUS: 244 × 305 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
B850I Lightning WiFi1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Cover and specification chapter name the board B850I Lightning WiFi.
ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI, 90MB1J50-M0AAY0, 90MB1J50-M0EAY01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026The page's order configuration id is 90MB1J50-M0AAY0. Paradigit lists 90MB1J50-M0EAY0 for the same board.11Retailer pageparadigit.ie/asus-rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/21754542/productRead 14 October 2026Paradigit lists product number manufacturer 90MB1J50-M0EAY0 for the board.
GTIN / EAN
Not available
197105772670, 47113877726768Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DPLP33YRRead 14 October 2026The Amazon US listing for ASIN B0DPLP33YR gives UPC 197105772670 and Mfr Part Number ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI.9Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/asus-rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026Scan UK lists GTIN 4711387772676.10Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/xy81tonxw/ASUS-ROG-STRIX-B850-A-GAMING-WIFIRead 14 October 2026BuildCores lists UPC 197105772670 and 197105983472 and EAN 4711387772676. 197105983472 is not stored, since no page ties it to this model.
Announced
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Status
Available8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DPLP33YRRead 14 October 2026The listing is in stock on 2026-10-14 at best sellers rank 3 in Computer Motherboards.10Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/xy81tonxw/ASUS-ROG-STRIX-B850-A-GAMING-WIFIRead 14 October 2026BuildCores shows US retailers in stock on 2026-10-14 (Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg, Walmart).
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
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Segment
Board revision
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Platform
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CPU socket
Chipset
Supported processors
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications, page 2: AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors. The slot lines depend on the CPU.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026AM5 for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series. The page refers to the ASUS download center for the CPU support list. Read on 2026-10-14.
CPU overclocking
Yes4Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-b850i-lightning-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026The review describes the AMD B850 chipset as having enhanced overclocking capabilities, quoting AMD.8Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/chipsets/am5.htmlRead 14 October 2026AMD's AM5 chipset page says the B850 platform features enhanced overclocking capabilities and lists Ryzen processor overclocking enabled for B850. This is the chip maker's page, not the board maker's.
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
81Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications, page 2: 8 Layer PCB.4Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-b850i-lightning-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026The 10+1+1 phase power design sits on a 8-Layer PCB.
Back-connect design
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The layout in chapter 1 shows the usual front-side power, fan and USB connectors. The board is not a back-connect design.10Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/xy81tonxw/ASUS-ROG-STRIX-B850-A-GAMING-WIFIRead 14 October 2026Back-Connect Connectors: No.
RGB lighting on the board
Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026The page describes subtle RGB lighting on the I/O shroud and ASUS Aura lighting.6Reviewchip.pl/2025/11/asus-rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi-test-recenzja-opiniaRead 14 October 2026The review describes a lit ROG logo on the I/O shroud.
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
10+1+12Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2025/0110/570624Read 14 October 202610+1+1 phase power circuit using 110A SPS.4Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-b850i-lightning-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 202610+1+1 Phase Power Design with 110A SPS for VCore, copied from the maker's text.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
Vcore power stage rating
110A2Press articlegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2025/0110/570624Read 14 October 2026110A SPS is stated for the 10+1+1 phase circuit. FunkyKit's copy of the maker's text says 110A SPS for VCore and PC Unboxing says the 10 Vcore phases use 110A stages.4Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-b850i-lightning-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026110A SPS for VCore, copied from the maker's text.5Reviewpcunboxing.com/en/asrock-b850i-lightning-wifiRead 14 October 2026The 10-phase 110A SPS is responsible for CPU Vcore.
VRM controller
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CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
ECC memory
CUDIMM support
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Expansion slots
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Expansion slots
AASRock B850I Lightning WiFi
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
BASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Ryzen 9000 and 7000: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. Ryzen 8000: the same slot runs PCIe 4.0 at x8 or x4. B850 chipset: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot at x4, which shares bandwidth with M.2_3. Stored with Ryzen 9000.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The layout shows PCIEX16(G5) and PCIEX16(G4) as the only two expansion slots.
Full-length PCIe slots
1
2
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
5
5
Storage
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M.2 storage slots
AASRock B850I Lightning WiFi
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M2_2 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | No |
Source1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 4: M2_1 (Blazing M.2, CPU) takes type 2280 at PCIe Gen5x4, M2_1 runs Gen5x4 with Ryzen 9000 and 7000 and Gen4x4 with Ryzen 8000. M2_2 (Hyper M.2, chipset) takes type 2280 at PCIe Gen4x4. Pages 50 to 55 show an M.2 heatsink with screws on M2_1 and none on M2_2, which is on the back of the board. The manual names no SATA mode for either slot and no lane sharing. FunkyKit and PC Unboxing confirm M2_1 has a heatsink and M2_2 sits on the back, and PC Unboxing says both slots take 2280 only.4Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-b850i-lightning-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 20261 x Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4) with heatsink and 1 x Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4) on the back of the board.5Reviewpcunboxing.com/en/asrock-b850i-lightning-wifiRead 14 October 2026M2_1 is the only PCIe Gen5 x4 slot (CPU direct) with a single-sided thermal pad to a heatsink. The Hyper M.2 slot on the back is PCIe Gen4 x4. Both take 2280 only.
BASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink | Shares lanes with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M.2_2 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M.2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | M.2_3 is disabled when the PCIEX16(G4) slot is used |
| M.2_4 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Total 4 x M.2 (Key M). Ryzen 9000 and 7000: M.2_1 type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 and M.2_2 type 2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4. Ryzen 8000: M.2_1 runs PCIe 4.0 x4 and M.2_2 runs PCIe 4.0 x4 or x2. Chipset: M.2_3 and M.2_4 type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4. The page lists no M.2 SATA support, so sata is false for every slot. M.2_3 is disabled while PCIEX16(G4) is in use.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026Overview: 4 x M.2 slots, 1 x 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4, 2 x 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 and 1 x 22110 PCIe 4.0 x4. 4 x M.2 heatsinks, with every M.2 slot covered, plus an M.2 backplate.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The specification summary matches the page. M.2_3 shares bandwidth with PCIEX16(G4) and is disabled while that slot works. The manual lists M.2 types and PCIe modes only.
M.2 slots
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4
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
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Rear ports
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Rear ports
AASRock B850I Lightning WiFi
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | 5 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available |
BASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | Power out (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 1 | 20 | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | 15 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 4 | 5 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 2 | 0.48 | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available |
Rear USB ports
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10
Rear USB-C ports
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2
Fastest rear USB port
10Gbps
20Gbps
Thunderbolt
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Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASRock B850I Lightning WiFi
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 1 | 2 |
BASUS ROG STRIX B850-A GAMING WIFI
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Front USB (total 7 ports): 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C), 1 x USB 5Gbps header for 2 ports and 2 x USB 2.0 headers for 4 ports. The Thunderbolt (USB4) header is for an add-in card and is not listed.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026Layout contents: 8. USB 10Gbps Type-C front panel connector, 9. USB 5Gbps header, 10. USB 2.0 header (two).
Front USB-C header speed
5Gbps
10Gbps
Fan headers
ARGB headers
RGB headers
03Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The internal connector list names only 3 x Addressable Gen2 headers and no 4-pin RGB header.6Reviewchip.pl/2025/11/asus-rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi-test-recenzja-opiniaRead 14 October 2026The reviewer writes that the board has three ARGB headers and no RGB header.10Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/xy81tonxw/ASUS-ROG-STRIX-B850-A-GAMING-WIFIRead 14 October 2026RGB 12V Headers: 0 and ARGB 5V Headers: 3.
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Ethernet ports
1
1
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
2.5Gbps
Wi-Fi included
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi bands
Max Wi-Fi channel width
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Wi-Fi module
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Bluetooth
Audio
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Audio codec
DAC chip
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Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
POST code display
Power button on the board
Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Internal connectors, miscellaneous: 1 x Power button.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026Layout item 14: Start button, which powers up the system.
Dual BIOS
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Pre-installed I/O shield
Tool-free features
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Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release, Push-on antenna connector1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026ASUS Q-Design: M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim and Q-Antenna.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026Q-Release lets the M.2 heatsink come off with a switch and no tiny screws. Q-Latch installs M.2 SSDs with one press. PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim unlocks the card by tilting it. Q-Antenna snaps the Wi-Fi antenna into place.
Measured
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VRM temperature under CPU load
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Power draw idle
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Power draw CPU stress
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In the box
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In the box
2 x Serial ATA (SATA) data cables, 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz antennas, 2 x screws for M.2 sockets, 1 x Thermistor cable1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 1 package contents, without the board. The manual marks each item Optional. FunkyKit adds an installation guide, a regulatory notice and two velcro straps.
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables, 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, 1 x Cable ties package, 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package, 1 x M.2 Q-Slide package, 1 x ROG key chain, 1 x ROG Strix stickers, 4 x M.2 rubbers, 1 x Quick start guide1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b850-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Accessories list on the specification page, the same as the manual's package contents.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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Manual
download.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdf1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B850I%20Lightning%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026ASRock B850I Lightning WiFi User Manual, version 1.0, published November 2024, 65 pages, English PDF on download.asrock.com.
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/SocketAM5/ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26438_ROG_STRIX_B850-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_v3_WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026ASUS user guide E26438, Revised Edition v3, June 2025, from dlcdnets.asus.com.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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