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ASRock Joins Sapphire and GIGABYTE With New Radeon RX 7000 Firmware

ASRock has posted vBIOS updates for ten of its Radeon RX 7000 series graphics cards, joining Sapphire and GIGABYTE. The new firmware, version 1.0.5, went up on ASRock's support pages on October 29 and covers the RX 7600 XT Challenger and Steel Legend, RX 7700 XT Challenger, RX 7800 XT Challenger and Steel Legend, RX 7900 XT Phantom Gaming (including the White version), and the RX 7900 XTX Phantom Gaming and Taichi, along with the Taichi White. The files are flashed through ASRock's ASRVBFlash tool on Windows. Owners of these ASRock cards are advised to check the vBIOS section of their specific model's support page before flashing.

ASRock doesn't say what the update actually changes, as the description field only lists the flash utility version. However, the timing points to the same RDNA 3 security fix that Sapphire began offering in early October. GIGABYTE later tied its own files to the AMD-SN-6023 identifier, and AMD confirmed the updates address potential security vulnerabilities, adding that it has no reports of them being exploited. AMD still hasn't published the bulletin itself, so the details remain unknown. Interestingly, ASRock's own download page still carries its standard warning that it does not recommend updating the vBIOS if the card is already running normally, which reads a little odd next to AMD's advice to update as soon as firmware is available.

ASRock Brings Taichi Brand to Monitor Sector With Up to 720 Hz Panels

ASRock announced today that it is updating its monitor lineup with its flagship Taichi brand, introducing three new 27-inch models to the company's offerings. First in line is the new TCO27USA, designed as a flagship model with a 27-inch 4K UHD Penta Tandem QD-OLED display and a 240 Hz refresh rate. ASRock has equipped this panel with a 0.03 ms gray-to-gray response time, 99% DCI-P3 color accuracy, and other technologies such as AMD FreeSync, VESA's DisplayHDR True Black 400, and proprietary low blue light technology to reduce eye strain. For those with multiple setups, there is a built-in KVM switch. Regarding port selection, the ASRock Taichi TCO27USA features two HDMI 2.1 ports, two DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20, and a single USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C serving as a DisplayPort alternative or a 65 W power delivery line.

ASRock's TempGuard Failed to Stop a PSU-Side Connector Meltdown on a $15,000 RTX PRO 6000 Rig

A repair shop technician has reported another melted 16-pin power connector on an ASRock Taichi TC-1650T PSU, paired with a $15,000 NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Workstation Edition GPU. The former ships with native 12V-2x6 cables carrying ASRock's own NTC temperature sensor. According to the technician's Reddit post, the connector failed catastrophically on the PSU side and melted into the socket itself, even though both ends of the cable were fully seated. The GPU reportedly survived, and the damage was confined to the power supply side. The technician also says the sensor is mounted on the wrong side of the cable, on the ground line rather than the 12 V side it's supposed to watch, which would explain why it apparently never caught the rising heat in time.

ASRock added the NTC sensor and TempGuard system to its 12V-2x6 cables specifically to shut a system down before a connector melts. This time the system failed to catch the rising temperatures, but it has worked in the past. TempGuard reportedly caught a shunt-modded RTX 5090 pulling over 1,300 W, saving its power connectors from melting. On the flip side, this isn't the first time this exact GPU and PSU pairing has run into trouble either, as a similar melting incident on the same combo surfaced back in March. If the sensor placement is really off on at least some cables, that's a bigger concern than one bad unit, especially when paired with a card that costs as much as a used car.

Redditor's AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Reportedly Dies Shortly After Changing Motherboards

A Ryzen 9 9950X3D has reportedly died just an hour after being moved into an ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero motherboard. According to Reddit user SpecialistConcept423, posting in r/GamersNexus, the chip had been running fine for about a year and a half in an ASRock X670E Taichi Carrara before the swap. After switching to the new board, no manual overclocking or voltage tweaks were applied; only one of the board's built-in memory presets was enabled for a set of SK hynix 6200 MHz modules. After saving that setting and rebooting, the board threw a "00" Q-Code and refused to post. Pulling the CPU and inspecting it revealed two brown marks on its contacts, which all but confirmed the catastrophic failure.

Things got stranger when the user resorted to an older Ryzen 5 8500G that had previously worked fine on the same board. That chip apparently now throws a "4D" code too, pointing at the motherboard itself as the culprit, not just the CPU. There's no confirmation yet on whether a faulty BIOS, a bad batch of boards, or something else is to blame, and ASUS hasn't commented on this specific case. It is worth noting that the ASUS board was not new, and it had undergone USB-related repairs and a BIOS rewrite. The user has since contacted AMD in Brazil for an RMA, but has shared no updates yet.

Asetek Unveils Next-Gen AIO Liquid Cooling Architecture for AI Workstation and AI PC at Computex 2026

As AI-driven computing continues to escalate demands for higher power density and thermal efficiency, Asetek, the pioneer of global liquid cooling technology, today announced the debut of its next-generation liquid cooling platform architecture at Computex 2026. Developed specifically to address the high-performance thermal demands of the AI era, the new architecture sets a new milestone in cooling efficiency and low-acoustic performance. Featuring an optimized 4 mm comprehensive offset cold plate design, Asetek is effectively redefining the thermal standard for high-performance AI computing.

The company also highlighted a broader strategic direction following its strategic integration with Chunqiu Electronic (CQ), combining Asetek's long-established liquid cooling engineering expertise in Denmark with CQ's expanded global manufacturing scale and supply chain infrastructure in Asia. At this year's showcase, Asetek is focusing on the generational evolution of its premium consumer liquid cooling platforms, positioning these advanced thermal architecture developments as the primary technology foundation to anchor future high-density computing and AI thermal infrastructure opportunities.

Alphacool Shows New Cooling Products at Computex 2026, Including Xbox Series X/S Prototype Cooler

Alphacool brought plenty of new products to the Computex 2026 show floor, including a quite interesting Xbox Series X/S prototype AIO cooler based on the new DDC Zero pump, its new Apex Stealth Metal Aurora 140 mm that were announced earlier in March, Apex Grip Fittings, a whole new 1260 mm external cooling Core 1260 Pro and Apex Skeleton Radiator Box versions, the new Core GPU AIO coolers, and new Apex Monoblocks for various different motherboard manufacturers so it fits the design.

The biggest update is Alphacool's new Core GPU AIO coolers, which are production-ready versions for NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5080 and GeForce RTX 5090 graphics cards, following the same signature design of the Core series, providing a clean, functional, and performance-driven product. In terms of specifications, the new Core GPU AIO coolers will use two DC-LT pumps, combined with a 360 mm HPE-Radiator with performance fans.

ASRock Power Supplies at Computex 2026

ASRock is branching out substantially into new segments of PC hardware over the past couple of years, from its traditional market of motherboards and graphics cards. The company brought a big lineup of PSUs and CPU coolers to Computex 2026. The new PRO series PSUs from ASRock address the mainstream-thru-performance segments of the market, providing features such as full-modular cabling, 80 Plus Gold efficiency, and Cybenetics A+ acoustic rating at mainstream price-points. These ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 CEM-ready PSUs come in 750, 850, and 1000 W variants, all three of which offer 600 W-capable 12V-2x6 connectors. The PSUs use 135 mm fans, with under 20 dB noise output for the 1000 W variant, and under 15 dB for the 750 W variant. ASRock is backing these PSUs with a generous 10-year product warranty.

A notch above, is the new ASRock Steel Legend series, which comes in 850, 1000, and 1200 W variants, offering 80 Plus Platinum and Cybenetics Platinum-rated switching efficiency, along with Cybenetics A+ acoustics for the 850 and 1000 W variants; Cybenetics A acoustics for the 1200 W variant. These PSUs offer temperature protection on the 12V-2x6 connectors, with dual color connectors that let you visually see proper connection by contrasting against the graphics card's connector; and thicker 16 AWG wires on each of the 12 power pins of the 12V-2x6 connector.

ASRock Celebrates A Decade of Taichi Mastery and Expands Its AI Ecosystem at Computex

ASRock, a global leader in motherboards, graphics cards, gaming monitors, mini PCs, power supply units, and AIO liquid coolers, will participate in COMPUTEX 2026 from June 2 to June 5. This year's showcase will focus on gaming hardware and AI-related application solutions, highlighting ASRock's continued expansion of its AI ecosystem and commitment to innovation.

At COMPUTEX 2026, ASRock will showcase its latest lineup of motherboards, AIO liquid coolers, gaming monitors, power supply units, and mini PCs. One of the major highlights of the exhibition is the celebration of the 10th anniversary of ASRock's flagship Taichi series. Since the launch of the X99 Taichi motherboard in 2016, the Taichi series has continously to evolve. To commemorate this milestone, ASRock will feature a dedicated Taichi 10th Anniversary exhibition zone, showcasing legendary Taichi products that reflect the series' decade-long evolution, innovation, and key milestones.

ASRock Reveals the X870E Taichi White Motherboard

ASRock, the global leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, gaming monitors, power supply units and AIOs, today announced the launch of the X870E Taichi White, the first pure-white motherboard in its flagship Taichi series. Featuring a futuristic, digital-inspired white design, the X870E Taichi White introduces a bold new look to the Taichi family. In addition to its eye-catching appearance, it is built with flagship-level hardware to deliver both refined aesthetics and outstanding performance. Designed to pair perfectly with the newly launched AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor, the X870E Taichi White reflects the growing popularity of white PC builds while redefining flagship style and performance in a pure-white form.

The X870E Taichi White introduces a futuristic, all-white design inspired by a digital sci-fi aesthetic. While staying true to the Taichi series' philosophy of balance, it reinterprets that identity through a more modern and refined visual language. Blending premium craftsmanship with an elegant new look, it brings a fresh dimension to the Taichi flagship.

ASRock X870E Taichi OCF Achieves Multiple Overclocking Records with AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition Processor

ASRock, the global leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, gaming monitors, power supply units, and AIOs, proudly announces outstanding overclocking achievements with its flagship ASRock X870E Taichi OCF motherboard, paired with the powerful AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor.

Professional overclockers AKM and l0ud_sil3nc3 have successfully pushed system performance to new heights across multiple benchmark platforms, securing several Global 1st Place records and top global rankings. These results once again demonstrate the extreme overclocking capability and rock-solid stability of the X870E Taichi OCF.

ASRock AM5 Motherboards Fully support AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition Desktop Processor

ASRock, a global leader in motherboards, graphics cards, gaming monitors, small form factor PCs, and power supply units, today announced that its AM5 motherboards fully support the newly launched AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition Processor. The newly introduced AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor offers more cache than ever, making it the ideal processor for creators and developers.

ASRock's AM5 motherboard is able to support the newly launched processors by simply downloading and installing the latest BIOS from the ASRock official website. In addition to downloading BIOS updates from the official site, users can also take advantage of BIOS Flashback and Instant Flash for quick and convenient upgrades. ASRock strongly recommends updating to the latest BIOS version to ensure optimal compatibility and performance.

ASRock 800 Series Motherboards Fully Support New Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus Processors

ASRock, the global leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, gaming monitors, power supply units and AIOs, today announced that its Intel Z890, B860, and H810 series motherboards fully support the newly launched Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus processors, including the Ultra 7 270K Plus, Ultra 5 250K Plus, and Ultra 5 250KF Plus. With this support, gamers and creators can fully leverage the performance improvements of the latest processors, delivering enhanced gaming experiences and improved productivity.

Intel today introduced three new Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus processors, including the eight-core Ultra 7 270K Plus, as well as the six-core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Ultra 5 250KF Plus. Featuring increased E-core counts and updates through the Intel Platform Performance Package (IPPP), these processors deliver improved gaming performance and stronger multitasking capabilities. To further simplify installation, ASRock has integrated the IPPP driver into its Auto Driver Installer (ADI) utility on all 800 series models. Users only need to download the installation tool from the official support page to quickly enable the IPPP and enjoy noticeably improved gaming performance.

ASRock X870E Taichi OCF Breaks PCMark 10 Express World Record 1st Place with AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D

ASRock, the global leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, gaming monitors, power supply units and AIOs, proudly announces a new overclocking World Record achieved with its flagship X870E Taichi OCF motherboard.

Professional overclocker Alex2305 successfully pushed system performance to a new level using the ASRock X870E Taichi OCF paired with the powerful AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor, achieving an incredible PCMark 10 Express score of 14290 marks, securing the World Record 1st Place on HWBOT.org.

ASRock Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White OC Model Appears in First Review

Over a month ago, ASRock fully presented its brand-new Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White OC 16 GB graphics card model. To some surprise, the Taiwanese PC hardware manufacturer has not released a simple pale redecoration of this generation's (RDNA 4) standard gray metallic Taichi SKU. Last week, a sponsored review was published by GDM Japan. So far, only Japanese PC enthusiasts have enjoyed public hands-on experience with the new flagship model. Despite claims of ASRock exhibiting a preview sample at CES 2026, TechPowerUp's ground team did not spot any demo units at the firm's Las Vegas graphics card showcase. The opening section of GDM's write-up mentions several recent domestic promo events, including one held in Tokyo's Akihabara Electric Town. The new model's unique selling point is an integrated 2-inch color LCD screen—officially dubbed "LCD Information Center." As expected, GDM dives deep into this fun feature. They managed to upload custom images and animated content (GIFs) via ASRock's Polychrome SYNC suite. Under normal modes, the small screen can inform users about GPU clocks, fan speeds, and operating temperatures.

The Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White OC candidate was hooked up to a test build based on Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K processor and ASRock's "ultra-high-end" Z890 Taichi AQUA motherboard. Performance-wise, the white variant seems to do just as well as its metallic gray sibling. GDM concludes that the latest model only distinguishes itself in terms of aesthetics; mainly through its "striking" white design and integrated screen gimmick. In their analysis of the Taichi White OC's debut review, VideoCardz has highlighted the test subject boosting well beyond the factory-set 3.1 GHz boost clock rating. Months into RDNA 4's lifecycle, only a handful of Team Red board partners had released custom designs overclocked to this level, with only ASRock and Sapphire choosing to implement the controversial 12V-2×6 power connector. Under load, GDM reported the "Navi 48 XTX" GPU boosting up to a maximum of 3296 MHz. Last March, TechPowerUp's W1zzard got his gray Taichi evaluation unit overclocked up to an average of 3213 MHz. We hope that upcoming non-sponsored reviews will provide a clearer picture of the Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White OC SKU's capabilities.

ASRock Website Updated with Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White OC Model Page

In the run-up to Christmas, ASRock unveiled a pale spin-off of its readily available Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi OC graphics card model. As of this week, gaming graphics card sleuths have noticed that the Taiwanese manufacturer has published a dedicated product page. A "RX9070XT TCW 16GO" code, detailed specifications, various product and feature set descriptions, and plenty of images are on full display on ASRock's main web presence. TechPowerUp's CES 2026 ground team did not spot a white Taichi demonstration sample during a past week ASRock suite visit. An official pre-event PR piece implied some form of early January trade show concurrent introduction.

Their latest update of the custom RDNA 4-based flagship manages to implement a new "LCD Information Center" feature—simply a dinky side-mounted 2-inch color LCD screen that can broadcast key diagnostic data and animations. Early promotional renders indicated that ASRock had bunged on a longer strip of ARGB lighting across the white Taichi variant's top-side. A full selection of shots show off this new zone, complete with an expansion of this Taichi generation's gear-themed aesthetic. The added extras have tacked on a little bit of extra weight (+67 g), relative to the metallically-dressed standard Taichi model—ASRock's specification sheet lists a slightly heavier net weight measurement of 1621 grams. The white RX 9070 XT Taichi OC variant is still a three-slot thick behemoth, with an additional 6 mm tacked onto its depth dimension (according to official specs).

ASRock Dips Into AIO Watercooling At CES 2026

ASRock made a splash at CES 2026 by introducing their first line of AIO watercoolers, marking a new venture for the company that has long served PC enthusiasts. The standout models are the flagship Taichi AQUA series, featuring swappable magnetic tops that allow users to choose between a 3.4-inch LCD screen or a clear panel to view the coolant flow. Designed for heavy-duty systems, these models boast dual pumps capable of handling over 500 watts and come with thick 38 mm radiators. The other four series cater to gamers and general PC builders. The Phantom Gaming series offers RGB lighting and additional cooling for VRM components, while the Steel Legend series emphasizes durability with industrial-grade bearings. The Challenger and Pro series are designed for those seeking effective cooling without breaking the bank. The Challenger series is straightforward, featuring a smaller 3-inch display and easy installation, while the Pro series offers a balance with some RGB effects and reliable performance.
Pictures of Challenger and Pro series follow.

ASRock Intros Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White with a Color Display of its Own

ASRock today introduced the Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White graphics card. The card is positioned a notch above the company's current RX 9070 XT Taichi OC. While the shape of its cooling solution resembles that of the original Taichi OC with its 3-tone black+gray+chrome trim, the shroud is now almost completely single-tone white, but with an acrylic ARGB diffuser along the top. There are additional ARGB LED elements along the front. The middle fan is clear, and comes with ARGB lighting. Perhaps the most striking element is its tiny 2-inch color LCD that can be programmed to display just about anything. By default, it puts out system monitoring specs pulled from the ASRock PolyChrome Sync app.

The card retains the meaty VRM setup of the original Taichi OC, and is among the few custom RX 9070 XT cards to come with a 16-pin 12V-2x6 power connector that's capable of 450 W input. The card comes with a factory OC of 2570 MHz Game clock, and 3100 MHz boost, compared to AMD reference speeds of 2400 MHz Game clock and 2970 MHz boost. Its cooling solution uses an impressive eight 6 mm-thick nickel-plated copper heatpipes that pull heat from the GPU and memory, pushing it through the heatsinks, which are ventilated by a trio of fans. ASRock did not confirm pricing, but this is sure to be pricier than the regular RX 9070 XT Taichi OC.

A marketing video by ASRock follows.

ASRock Announces Exciting New AMD X870 and X870E Motherboards to Liven Up the Market

ASRock, the global leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, power supplies, and gaming monitors, today is pleased to announce its new range of AMD X870/X870E motherboards, adding more exciting products into its product portfolio. New products such as X870E Taichi OCF, the very first OC formula motherboard based on AMD platform, Phantom Gaming X870 NOVA WiFi, the new high end gaming motherboard based on X870 chipset, elegantly designed X870 Taichi Creator and X870 LiveMixer WiFi, lastly the powerful yet budget friendly X870 Pro-A WiFi.

Being the very first OC Formula motherboard based on AMD platform, the X870E Taichi OCF is designed for extreme overclocking with server grade ultra-low loss PCB and a stunning 22+2+1 phase 110 A SPS design. The innovative memory layout design with one DIMM per channel architecture provides exceptional overclocking potential. X870E Taichi OCF is equipped with Dual front USB Type-C, Dual USB4 Type-C at the rear, six M.2 slots for SSD and two of which even support PCIe 5.0 x4, delivering high performance and brilliant functionality, a perfect example of a flagship product.

ASRock Acknowledges Ryzen CPU Failures Linked to Motherboard BIOS, Offers Warranty Replacement

ASRock has finally acknowledged that the mysterious AMD Ryzen "processor deaths" plaguing its mid- and high-end motherboards weren't caused by defective AMD chips or stray debris but rather overly aggressive Precision Boost Overdrive settings in its BIOS. After more than 100 reports of Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X CPUs going dark on boards like the X670E Taichi and B650E Steel Legend, the company rolled out BIOS version 3.25 to dial back the Thermal Design Current and Electrical Design Current limits and apologized for initially blaming memory quirks and socket contaminants. ASRock will repair or replace affected motherboards free of charge (including shipping), though users whose CPUs have already failed must seek warranties through their retailer or AMD.
"No, we're not saying it's an AMD issue. We found that it should be related to our BIOS setting — that's the PBO settings, Precision Boost Overdrive. More technically, we adjusted two main settings in PBO. One is TDC (Thermal Design Current) and the other is EDC (Electrical Design Current). We found that our original values for these two settings might have been too high. So now, with BIOS version 3.25, we lowered the PBO values. We believe this can solve the problem."—Chris Lee, ASRock VP of Motherboard Business

ASRock Displays Its New Taichi OCF and Creator, and Phantom Gaming X870E/X870 Motherboards

In addition to new graphics cards, ASRock also showcased a couple of new motherboards at the Computex 2025 show in Taipei, including the new X870E Taichi OCF, X870 Taichi Creator, as well as the new Phantom Gaming X870 Nova Wi-Fi motherboard.

The star of the show is the new X870E Taichi OCF, which is also the first OC Formula motherboard based on AMD platform. This feature packed motherboard will support AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series processors on AM5 socket. It features a 25-power phase VRM with 110A SPS, has two DDR5 DIMM slots, two PCIe 5.0 x16 and single PCIe 4.0 x4 slot, a total of six M.2 ports (two of which are PCIe Gen 5 x4), plenty of USB ports, 5 Gbps Ethernet, integrated Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth, and most importantly, "Professional Overclocking Toolkit", which means that this one is aimed at some high overclocking. ASRock also showcased the new X870 Taichi Creator, a more standard motherboard that has 21-phase VRM design, but comes with Marvell's 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps Ethernet ports.

Gaming Beyond Limits, AI Beyond Imagination ASRock at Computex 2025

ASRock, a global leader in motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, power supplies, and gaming monitors, is excited to announce the participation in Computex Taipei 2025. Under the theme Gaming Beyond Limits, AI Beyond Imagination, ASRock will showcase the dual focus on next-level gaming and AI applications. From immersive gaming setups to AI solutions, the exhibit highlights ASRock's commitment to innovation across both fields. Visitors are invited to explore the latest products and technologies, and to experience the Phantom Gaming Zone at booth L0818.

ASRock Unveils Flagship Taichi OCF and Taichi Creator AM5 Motherboards
To expand its success on AMD AM5 motherboards, ASRock will be adding more exciting products into its product portfolio. New product such as X870E Taichi OCF, the very first OC formula motherboard based on AMD platform, Phantom Gaming X870 Nova WiFi, the new high end gaming motherboard based on X870 chipset, a functional yet elegantly designed X870 Taichi Creator and also a lot more products that are based on X870 / B850 / B840 / A620A chipset.

Alphacool Introduces New Core GPU Water Coolers for ASRock AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi

Alphacool International GmbH from Braunschweig is a pioneer in PC water cooling technology. With one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry and over 20 years of experience, Alphacool is now expanding its range with the new Core GPU water coolers for the ASRock AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi 16 GB OC.

The GPU water cooler has been completely redesigned from a technical standpoint. Through precise adjustments to the PCB clearance, optimized water flow simulations, and extensive practical testing, the cooler base and jetplate have been refined to ensure maximum cooling performance for the latest AMD Radeon RX generation. The cooler features a precisely milled copper block, which, thanks to high-quality chrome plating, offers exceptional durability and an ultra-smooth surface. The design is complemented by robust brass fittings with a nylon cover, ensuring maximum safety and reliability.

ASRock Unveils AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and Radeon RX 9070 Graphics Cards

ASRock, the leading global motherboard, graphics card and mini PC manufacturer, today launched the new Taichi, Steel Legend and Challenger series graphics cards based on AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and Radeon RX 9070 GPUs. The new graphics cards are built-in the ultra-fast AMD RDNA 4 architecture graphics which features 3rd Gen ray tracing and 2nd Gen AI accelerators to deliver the performance you need to max out your gaming. Powered by AMD RDNA 4 architecture, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU features 64 compute units (3rd Gen ray tracing and 2nd Gen AI accelerators), AMD HYPR-RX, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution, DisplayPort 2.1, and PCI Express 5.0 ready. And the AMD Radeon RX 9070 features 56 compute units (3rd Gen ray tracing and 2nd Gen AI accelerators), AMD HYPR-RX, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution, DisplayPort 2.1, and PCI Express 5.0 ready.

The AMD RDNA 4 architecture also delivers various features such as Radiance Display Engine, Fluid Motion Frames 2 technology, Radeon Anti-Lag 2 technology, AV1 Encode/Decode, AMD FidelityFX technologies and AMD Noise Suppression etc. These rich features enhance the gaming comprehensive performance of RDNA 4 and bring much powerful gaming platform to gaming users.

ASRock Shows Off Steel Legend BMD, Riptide & Lightning Motherboards at CES 2025

Earlier in the week, ASRock debuted its Intel B860/H810 and full range of AMD B850 motherboards—the TechPowerUp team headed across CES 2025's showroom floor to check whether the Taiwanese manufacturer had some of these newly announced products on display. Various white Steel Legend models were present, including an intriguing B850 mainboard sample sporting ASRock's back mount design (BMD). The B860M Pro BMD board was not in sight (or not captured on camera)—according to a press release from earlier in the week, BMD had its premiere on this Intel-based solution.

AsRock reps happily showed off two Intel B860-chipset Steel Legend boards with traditional all-front facing connectors—an ATX option as well as an M-ATX (B860M) model were examined from close-up. A Phantom Gaming B860 Lightning Wi-Fi model was presented to TechPowerUp—its darker aesthetic contrasts sharply when lined up against its pale Steel Legend neighbors.

ASRock Z890 Taichi OCF New World Record: Memory Overclocked to DDR5-12527MHz

ASRock, the global leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, gaming monitors and power supply units, proudly announces a new milestone achieved with the Z890 Taichi OCF motherboard. In a remarkable overclocking feat, overclocker AKM broke a world record in memory overclocking, pushing memory frequency to a staggering DDR5-12527 MHz. This milestone was accomplished using the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K Processor, paired with the Z890 Taichi OCF motherboard and v-color Manta XFinity RGB memory, to set an impressive new benchmark in performance.

The Z890 Taichi OCF is the pinnacle of ASRock's commitment to extreme overclocking, embodying the philosophy "Built for Extreme Overclocking." Engineered to meet the demands of professional overclockers, this motherboard delivers unparalleled precision, overclocking capability, and performance. With an advanced design that allows for peak stability and high-frequency performance, the Z890 Taichi OCF has quickly set a new standard for enthusiasts and professionals who push their systems to the limit.
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