ASRock
ASRock X870 LiveMixer WiFi AMD motherboard AM5 16+2+1 80A DDR5 256GB
ATX board for AM5 Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 CPUs with 16+2+1 80A power phases, four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, two PCIe 5.0 M.2 sockets and 5Gbps LAN plus Wi‑Fi 802.11 be
- CPU Socket TypeAM5
- CPU TypeRyzen 7000 Series / Ryzen 8000 Series / Ryzen 9000 Series
- ChipsetAMD X870
- Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory StandardUp to 8000+(OC)
- Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Option X870 LiveMixer WiFi
- X870E TAICHI
- X870E TAICHI LITE
- X870E NOVA WIFI
- X870 RIPTIDE WIFI
- X870 STEEL LEGEND WIFI
- X870 PRO RS
- X870 PRO RS WIFI
- X870 LiveMixer WiFi
- X870 Nova WiFi
- X870 TAICHI CREATOR
- X870E TAICHI WHITE
Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.
Style Black
- Black
- White
- 16+2+1 power phases with 80A Dr.MOS deliver stable CPU voltage
- Four DDR5 slots support up to 256GB capacity
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot enables full graphics bandwidth
- Dual 5Gbps LAN plus Wi-Fi 802.11 be for fast networking
- Realtek ALC4082 7.1 audio with Nahimic enhances sound quality
AM5 Content-Creator Platform
The ASRock X870 LiveMixer WiFi targets streamers and video editors who need dependable I/O for capture cards, audio interfaces and fast storage. It accepts Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors in the AM5 socket. The 16+2+1 phase VRM uses 80A Dr.MOS and 20K capacitors rated for 20000 hours.
Dual-Channel DDR5 With Four Slots
Four 288-pin slots support up to 256GB of DDR5 running at 8000+(OC) via AMD EXPO or Intel XMP 3.0. A single PCIe 5.0 x16 slot handles modern GPUs at x16 with 9000 and 7000 CPUs, while two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots provide x4 links for add-in capture or networking cards. Two SATA 6Gb/s ports remain for bulk drives.
Two Gen5 M.2 Sockets And 5GbE LAN
The CPU provides two Blazing M.2 sockets for 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 drives at 128 Gb/s each. Realtek ALC4082 7.1 CH audio with Nahimic processing serves monitoring and streaming. Wi-Fi 802.11 be and 5Gbps wired LAN give low-latency network paths for live production.
Highlights
- 16+2+1 power phases with 80A Dr.MOS deliver stable CPU voltage
- Four DDR5 slots support up to 256GB capacity
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot enables full graphics bandwidth
- Dual 5Gbps LAN plus Wi-Fi 802.11 be for fast networking
- Realtek ALC4082 7.1 audio with Nahimic enhances sound quality
Specifications
| Brand | ASRock |
|---|---|
| Model | X870 LiveMixer WiFi |
| CPU Socket Type | AM5 |
| CPU Type | Ryzen 7000 Series / Ryzen 8000 Series / Ryzen 9000 Series |
| Chipset | AMD X870 |
| Number of Memory Slots | 4x288pin (DDR5) |
| Memory Standard | Up to 8000+(OC) |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 256GB |
| Channel Supported | Dual Channel |
| Memory Performance Profile | AMD EXPO / Intel XMP 3.0 |
| ECC Supported | Yes |
| Buffer Supported | Un-buffered |
| PCI Express 5.0 x16 | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode* * PCIE1 will run at Gen5x16 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x8 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors. |
| PCI Express 3.0 x16 | 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2 and PCIE3), support x4 mode* *If M2_3 is occupied, PCIE2 will downgrade to x2 mode. If M2_4 is occupied, PCIE3 will downgrade to x2 mode. Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks |
| Serial ATA (SATA) | 2 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 | CPU: - 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode* - 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode* Chipset: - 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode* - 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_4, Key M), supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode* * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks M2_1 is the first priority for M.2 installation. M2_1 will run at Gen5x4 with 9000 and 7000 series processors and Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1 and Phoenix 2) series processors. M2_2 |
| SATA RAID | 0/1/10 |
| Audio Channels | 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC4082 Audio Codec) Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel Nahimic Audio |
| Max LAN Speed | 5Gbps |
| Wireless LAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 be |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Back I/O Ports | 2 x Antenna Ports 1 x HDMI Port 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port 2 x USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s)* 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port 7 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_34 are Lightning Gaming Ports. USB32_56 support Ultra USB Power.) 6 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) * Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 5V@3A (15W) charging USB4 controller (for USB4_TC1 and USB4_TC2) will run at Gen4x2 with with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors. If M2_2 is occupied, both rear USB4 Type-C Ports and M2_2 will do |
| Onboard USB | 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) |
| Other Connectors | 1 x SPI TPM Header 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 Front Panel Audio Connector * Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip ** Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip *** CPU_FAN1 supports the fan power up to 1A (12W). CPU_FAN2, CHA_FAN1~3 and AIO_PUMP support the fan power up to 3A (36W). CPU_FAN2, CHA_FAN1~3 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Dimensions (W x L) | 12.0" x 9.6" |
| Power Pin | 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector) |
| BIOS Feature | 256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support |
| Windows 11 | Supported |
| Features | Superb Productivity - PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2) - Dual Channel DDR5 Rock-Solid Durability - 16+2+1 Power Phase, 80A Dr.MOS for VCore+SOC+MISC with Enlarged Heatsink Armor - Flexible Integrated I/O Shield - 20K Long-lasting Black Caps (high quality and conductive polymer capacitors) for VCore Ultrafast Connectivity - 5G LAN, 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module - ASRock Lightning Gaming Ports EZ Update - BIOS Flashback Button - ASRock Auto Driver Installer EZ Troubleshooter - ASRock Post Status Checker |
| Package Contents | 2 x SATA Data Cables 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 1 x Thermistor Cable |
| Shipping weight | 2.16 kg |
| Package size | 351 × 284 × 81 mm |
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Questions about this item
Will the 16+2+1 80A Dr.MOS power delivery throttle during long rendering sessions?
The 16+2+1 phase design uses 80A Dr.MOS for VCore, SOC and MISC rails, backed by 20K-rated capacitors with 1000uF capacitance to sustain high current without throttling under sustained loads.
How loud or hot does the VRM area get when all cores run at full boost all day?
The 20K Black capacitors rated for 20000 hours and 1000uF capacitance keep VRM temperatures stable, allowing the 80A Dr.MOS stages to run cool and quiet even during extended all-core workloads.
Which DDR5 kit do I need to have on hand before this board will post?
Four 288-pin DDR5 DIMMs up to 256GB total, running in dual-channel with AMD EXPO or Intel XMP 3.0 profiles, are required for the system to boot and operate.
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