Asrock B650 LiveMixer AMD Motherboard - DDR5, PCIe 5.0, RGB

ASRock B650 LiveMixer AMD Motherboard - DDR5, PCIe 5.0, RGB arrives as a versatile ATX platform for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series builders, offering modern connectivity and DDR5 performance for demanding desktop systems.

This motherboard uses the Socket AM5 to support a single AMD processor and pairs with the AMD B650 chipset to deliver a balance of features and value for gamers and content creators alike. The UEFI BIOS with 256 Mbit memory gives straightforward setup and tuning for overclocking and system optimization.

Memory support is a highlight: four DIMM slots accept up to 128 GB of DDR5-SDRAM in dual-channel configuration with unbuffered modules (non-ECC), so multitasking and heavy applications run smoothly. Storage options include one M.2 slot plus SATA III ports for up to five drives and hardware RAID support (0, 1, 10) for performance or redundancy.

Expansion is flexible with three PCIe x16 Gen4 slots and a PCIe 5.0-ready design for future GPUs and add-in cards. The board also includes a Thunderbolt header and an RGB LED pin header for aesthetic customization and fast external connectivity when paired with the right modules.

On the rear I/O you get a comprehensive set of ports: multiple USB connectors including USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A and Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, USB 2.0, a single 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (Dragon RTL8125BG), an HDMI port and a DisplayPort 1.4 output for integrated graphics, plus S/PDIF, microphone and headphone jacks driven by the Realtek ALC897 7.1 audio codec.

The board is ATX-sized (305 mm x 244 mm) and includes standard connectors such as the 24-pin ATX power, CPU fan, front panel audio and TPM header, making it straightforward to build into most mid- and full-tower cases. Wi-Fi is not included onboard, so add-in cards or USB adapters are required for wireless networking.

Typical use cases include a high-performance gaming rig with RGB customization, a content-creation workstation that benefits from DDR5 memory and M.2 storage, or a value-focused workstation that leverages RAID for data protection. The B650 LiveMixer is especially suited to builders who want modern I/O and upgrade headroom without stepping up to the X670 price bracket.

• Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series
• DDR5 support, up to 128 GB across 4 DIMMs
• 2.5 Gb Ethernet, PCIe Gen4 x16 slots and M.2 + SATA storage with RAID