ASRock X870 STEEL LEGEND WIFI AMD AM5 Socket Motherboard

ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi Motherboard

The ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi is engineered for rock-solid durability, striking aesthetics, and powerful performance. Built around demanding specifications and robust components, it targets daily users and mainstream enthusiasts who require stability, reliability, and advanced features.

Key Highlights

• AMD X870 chipset with AM5 socket
• Supports AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series processors
• PCIe Gen5 support for graphics and M.2
• Dual Channel DDR5 up to 8000+ (OC) / 256GB
• Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) & Dragon 2.5G LAN
• USB4 Type-C (40 Gb/s) & USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20 Gb/s)
• 14+2+1 power phase with Dr.MOS & 20K long-life capacitors
• 8 Layer PCB, enlarged heatsinks, reinforced PCIe 5.0 steel slot
• Nahimic Audio with 7.1 CH HD sound & advanced noise control
• Polychrome RGB with RGB & addressable LED headers

Rock-Solid Power & Stability

20K Long-Lasting Black Capacitors (1000uF)

The exclusive upgraded 20K Black capacitors increase lifespan and capacitance:

• 20,000-hour lifespan
• Higher 1000uF capacitance (up from 560uF)
• Higher charge storage for better support under high loads
• Lower ripple for reduced power fluctuations
• More stable output current
• Enhanced overall system reliability and performance

14+2+1 Power Phase Design with Dr.MOS

• 14+2+1 power phase design for smooth, efficient CPU power delivery
• Dr.MOS integrated power stages optimized for synchronous buck applications
• Higher current per phase for improved thermals and superior performance
• Designed to deliver unmatched overclocking capability and lower temperatures for advanced gamers

8 Layer PCB Design

• 8-layer PCB ensures stable signal traces and power distribution
• Lower operating temperatures and higher energy efficiency
• Enhanced reliability and long-term durability without compromising performance

Memory Performance

DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support

• Dual Channel DDR5 memory technology
• Built with high-quality materials for stability and reliability
• Supports Intel XMP and AMD EXPO memory profiles
• Simple, affordable, and effortless DDR5 overclocking when using XMP/EXPO-capable modules

Advanced Thermal Design

Optimized Aluminum Heatsinks

• Eye-catching, optimized aluminum heatsink design
• Crucial for efficient heat dissipation under heavy workloads such as gaming and productivity tasks
• Helps maintain thermal performance, system stability, and durability

Customized Thermal Management

• Thermistor cable and thermistor header for additional temperature monitoring
• Enables customized thermal management solutions tailored to your system

Next-Gen Connectivity

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) & Enhanced VR Experience

• 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 module
• Higher data throughput and lower latency
• Multi-link Operation (MLO) for simultaneous multi-band, multi-channel usage
• Supports a more immersive and responsive VR/AR experience

Multi-Link Operation (MLO)

• Uses multiple bands and channels at once
• Increases speed and throughput
• Reduces latency for smoother, faster internet performance

USB4 Type-C (40 Gb/s)

• USB4 Type-C ports deliver up to 40 Gb/s data transfer rate
• Fast, versatile connection for work and home setups
• Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 5V@3A (15W) charging on rear USB4 Type-C

Front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20 Gb/s)

• Front panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C header
• Up to 20 Gb/s data transfer speed
• Reversible Type-C connector for convenient front access

Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN

• Dragon 2.5G LAN (10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s)
• Up to 2.5X the bandwidth of standard Gigabit Ethernet
• Ideal for home networking, content creation, online gaming, and high-quality streaming
• Dragon 2.5G LAN software with:
• Smart auto bandwidth control
• Visual network usage statistics
• Optimized modes for gaming, browsing, and streaming
• User-customized priority control

Gaming-Focused Features

Lightning Gaming Ports

• USB ports sourced from two different controller interfaces
• Designed to reduce jitter and latency for high-speed gaming mice and keyboards
• Tailored for competitive gamers and enthusiasts

Ultra USB Power

• 5V USB power derived from the +12V rail for lower voltage drop under heavy load
• Helps prevent noise from other devices or RGB LEDs
• Provides more stable power and improved sound experience for connected USB devices

Premium Audio with Nahimic

Audio That Matters

• 7.1 CH HD Audio with Realtek ALC4082 codec
• Individual PCB layers for left/right audio channels
• Direct Drive technology on front headphone port (supports up to 600 Ohm headsets)
• Nahimic Audio for vibrant, detailed, and immersive sound via:
• Headphones / headsets
• External/internal speakers
• USB, Wi-Fi, analog, HDMI, or S/PDIF

Enhanced Communication Quality

Nahimic audio engine includes powerful algorithms to:

• Suppress static noise
• Provide echo cancellation
• Reduce lateral sound interference
• Stabilize voice level regardless of microphone distance
• Deliver clearer conversations, better comprehension, and reduced fatigue

Ultimate Gaming Experience – Sound Tracker

• Visual indicator that shows the direction of predominant in-game sounds
• 360° radar-like display enhances spatial awareness and immersion

Works on Any Device

• Enjoy high-quality surround sound via Jack, USB, Bluetooth, HDMI, or S/PDIF
• Compatible with your favorite audio tools
• Nahimic continuously measures and optimizes for the best audio experience

Polychrome RGB Lighting

POLYCHROME RGB

• Onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB headers
• Connect compatible LED strips, CPU fans, coolers, chassis, and more
• Synchronize with Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories
• Create and customize unique lighting effects across your system

Reinforced PCIe & Expansion

Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]

• Steel-reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
• Extra anchor points and stronger latch
• Ensures signal stability
• Helps securely support heavy graphics cards

Specifications

Unique Features

• Superb Productivity
• PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2)
• Dual Channel DDR5

• USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s)

• Rock-Solid Durability

• 14+2+1 Power Phase, 80A Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC with enlarged heatsink armor
• Flexible integrated I/O shield

• 20K long-lasting Black Caps (high-quality conductive polymer capacitors)

• Ultrafast Connectivity

• 2.5G LAN
• 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 module

• ASRock Lightning Gaming Ports

• EZ Update

• BIOS Flashback Button

• ASRock Auto Driver Installer

• EZ Troubleshooter

Core Specifications Table

Memory

• Dual Channel DDR5 memory technology
• 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots
• Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 8000+ (OC)
• Maximum system memory capacity: 256GB
• Supports XMP and EXPO memory modules

Graphics

• Integrated AMD RDNA graphics (actual support may vary by CPU)
• 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G compatible, supports:
• HDR
• HDCP 2.3
• Max resolution up to 4K 120Hz
• 2 x USB4, support HDCP 2.3 and max resolution up to 8K 30Hz

Audio

• 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC4082 Audio Codec)
• Individual PCB layers for R/L audio channels
• Direct Drive technology on front headphone port (supports up to 600 Ohm headsets)
• Nahimic Audio

LAN & Wireless

• LAN
• 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
• Dragon RTL8125BG

• Dragon 2.5G LAN Software with:

  • Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
  • Visual Network Usage Statistics
  • Optimized Game/Browser/Streaming modes
  • User Customized Priority Control

• Wireless LAN

• 802.11be 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 module
• Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be
• Supports 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz frequency bands
• Supports 160MHz channel bandwidth with 6GHz frequency band
• 1 antenna to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology
• Supports Bluetooth 5.4
• Supports MU-MIMO

Expansion Slots

• CPU
• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode

• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2), supports x4 mode

• Chipset

• 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module

• 15µ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)

• Supports AMD CrossFire

Storage

• CPU

• 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode

• Chipset

• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2230/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode

• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode

• ASMedia ASM1061

• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors

• RAID

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

USB Connectivity

• From CPU
• 2 x USB4 Type-C (Rear)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear, USB32_3)

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (Rear, USB32_1)

• From Chipset

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear, USB32_4)
• 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (2 Rear: USB32_2 & USB32_5, 4 Front)
• 8 x USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)

Internal Connectors

• 1 x Thermistor Cable Header
• 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
• 1 x RGB LED Header
• 3 x Addressable 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 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
• 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 Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20 Gb/s)

Rear Panel I/O

• 2 x Antenna Ports
• 1 x HDMI Port
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out Port
• 2 x USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s, support USB PD 3.0 up to 5V@3A / 15W charging)
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_1 and USB32_2 are Lightning Gaming Ports)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (USB32_3 and USB32_4 support Ultra USB Power)
• 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
• 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 (A-Tuning)
• ASRock Dragon 2.5G LAN Software

• ASRock Polychrome SYNC*

• UEFI

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

*These utilities can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.

Included Accessories

• 2 x SATA Data Cables
• 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas
• 1 x Thermistor Cable

The ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi delivers a powerful blend of next-gen connectivity, robust power design, advanced cooling, and immersive audio, tailored for modern AMD platforms and performance-focused builds.