Description
Quick Specs
- Supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series Processors: Future-proof your gaming rig.
- AMD B650 Chipset: Ensures optimal performance and efficient power delivery.
- Up to 256GB DDR5 Memory Support: Experience lightning-fast responsiveness.
- HDMI and DisplayPort Outputs: Enjoy stunning visuals with integrated graphics.
- Micro ATX Form Factor: Fits perfectly in compact and mid-tower cases.
Dominate the Game with AMD AM5 and ASRock
The ASRock B650M PG Lightning Micro ATX Motherboard is engineered to unlock the full potential of AMD's Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors. This AM5 Motherboard is perfect for gamers and PC enthusiasts looking to build a high-performance system without compromising on space. Featuring the AMD B650 chipset, it delivers exceptional speed, stability, and future-proof compatibility. The B650M PG Lightning offers incredible value, making it a top choice for your next build.
Experience Blazing-Fast DDR5 Memory
With support for up to 256GB of DDR5 memory, this Micro ATX Motherboard allows you to take advantage of the latest advancements in memory technology. Enjoy faster load times, smoother multitasking, and improved overall system responsiveness, whether you are gaming, streaming, or creating content. Get the most out of your AM5 Motherboard with high-speed DDR5.
Immersive Visuals with Integrated Graphics
The ASRock B650M PG Lightning offers both HDMI and DisplayPort outputs, allowing you to connect to a variety of displays and enjoy stunning visuals. Whether you are gaming on a high-refresh-rate monitor or working on a professional-grade display, this AM5 Motherboard delivers exceptional image quality. Enjoy vivid and clear graphics with this versatile motherboard.
Build a Compact Powerhouse
The Micro ATX form factor of this AM5 Motherboard makes it an ideal choice for compact and mid-tower PC cases. This allows you to build a powerful gaming rig or workstation without sacrificing valuable desk space. Its design ensures efficient cooling and easy cable management, making it a breeze to assemble and maintain. The Micro ATX Motherboard design provides flexibility without compromising performance.
Future-Proof Connectivity and Expansion
Equipped with the latest connectivity options, including USB ports and high-speed storage interfaces, the ASRock B650M PG Lightning ensures you are ready for the future. Expand your system with ease using the available PCIe slots, and enjoy lightning-fast data transfer speeds for your SSDs and other peripherals. This Micro ATX Motherboard offers all the connectivity you need.
FEATURES:
- Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors
- 6+2+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs
- Supports Dual Channel, up to 7200+ (OC)
- 1 PCIe 4.0 x16, 1 PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 M.2 Key-E for Wi-Fi
- Graphics Output: HDMI, DisplayPort
- Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
- 4 SATA3, 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4),
- 1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 1 M.2 (PCIe Gen4x2)
- 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A+C (Rear),
- 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front),
- 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (2 Rear, 4 Front),
- Phantom Gaming 2.5G LAN
- Supports ASRock Auto Driver Installer, BIOS Flashback
SPECIFICATIONS:
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CPU & Chipset
- Socket: AMD AM5
- Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors*
- Chipset: AMD B650
- *The availability of expansion slots may vary by CPU. Please refer to PCIe/M.2 Bandwidth Table for details.
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Bios
- 256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
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Memory
- Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
- 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
- Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 7200+(OC)*
- Max. capacity of system memory: 256GB
- Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules
- *Please refer to Memory Support List for more information.
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Graphics Output
- Integrated AMD RDNA™ graphics (Actual support may vary by CPU)
- 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR, HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz
- 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed), supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz
- Expansion Slots
- CPU:
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*
- 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2), supports x4 mode*
- Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 Wi-Fi/BT PCIe Wi-Fi module
- Supports AMD CrossFire™
- 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)
- * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
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Audio
- 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
- Nahimic Audio
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LAN
- 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
- Dragon RTL8125BG
- Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software
- Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
- Visual User Friendly UI
- Visual Network Usage Statistics
- Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and Streaming Modes
- User Customized Priority Control
- Storage
- CPU:
- 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode*
- Chipset:
- 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
- 1 x M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x2 (32 Gb/s) mode*
- 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
- * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
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RAID
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices*
- * Requires additional M.2 NVMe expansion cards to support RAID 10
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USB
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (Rear)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
- 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (2 Rear, 4 Front)
- 8 x USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
- * All USB ports support ESD Protection
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Connector
- 1 x SPI TPM Header
- 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
- 1 x RGB LED Header*
- 3 x Addressable LED Headers**
- 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)***
- 1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)****
- 3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)*****
- 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
- 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
- 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
- 1 x Thunderbolt™ AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt™ 4 AIC Card)
- 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 Gen1 Header
- * 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/WP supports the fan power up to 2A (24W).
- ***** CHA_FAN1~3/WP support the fan power up to 2A (24W).
- CPU_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN1~3/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.
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Rear Panel I/O
- 2 x Antenna Mounting Points
- 1 x HDMI Port
- 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s)
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports
- 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
- 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
- HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
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Software
- ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)
- ASRock Phantom Gaming LAN Software
- ASRock Polychrome SYNC*
- *These utilities can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.
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UEFI
- ASRock Full HD UEFI
- ASRock Auto Driver Installer
- ASRock Instant Flash
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Form Factor
- Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm
- OS Compatibility: Microsoft Windows® 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit
- Certifications:
- FCC, CE
- ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
WHAT'S IN THE BOX:
- ASRock B650M PG Lightning AMD AM5 Micro ATX Motherboard - Black x1
Why Asrock
ASRock consistently delivers innovative and reliable motherboards, and the B650M PG Lightning is no exception. Designed with the South African gamer and PC enthusiast in mind, ASRock combines cutting-edge technology with robust build quality, ensuring optimal performance and long-term stability for your system. If you seek a reliable AM5 Motherboard, look no further. Trust ASRock to power your next-generation computing experience with this exceptional Micro ATX Motherboard.
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Refund Policy
Returns Policy
Returns:
If a client is not satisfied with a purchase, it can be returned within seven days of the delivery for a full refund, less the shipping costs. Full refunds will only be issued if products are returned unopened and with all packaging and any other materials that were part of the original purchase. The following restriction will apply for returns:
- Should an opened product be returned, a 20% re-stocking fee will be charged, provided that all the original packaging and all materials are provided with it.
- Please note that we as Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd will not accept any items back for credit or replacement if the packaging is not complete, this includes and is not limited to boxes, documentation, cables, accessories, etc
- Goods returned in opened packaging need to be returned in a condition that is fit for resale. Software and consumables can only be returned if they have not been opened.
- Certain hardware items and all custom/special orders may only be returned for replacement and not for refund and will incur a 20% handling fee.
- Electronic license cannot be returned, therefore client need to ensure they are purchasing the correct item before concluding the transaction, if further information is required around the item, please contact us on shop@raioncx.co.za.
- All products being shipped back to Raion Connect should be carefully packed in protective materials where necessary. The package should have the order number and return address clearly marked.
- Should a product be damaged while being shipped to our offices; Raion Connect will not be liable for the damages. It is recommended to insure any items that you send to us.
Replacements:
All products sold by Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd are covered under our 7 day guarantee against defects. Items may be returned for refund or replacement subject to manufacturer and/or Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd restrictions.
Defective items may be returned for refund or replacement subject to the following restrictions:
- All products must be returned in original condition including packaging, documentation, warranty cards, manuals, and accessories.
- Software is non-refundable unless returned unopened in their original packaging with documentation. Where the license key is exposed on software packages we will not accept the return of these packages.
- All returns must be shipped freight prepaid.
- Any returns found to be non-defective are subject to a restocking fee of 15% and all non-product related fees (shipping, transaction and insurance) are not refundable.
- Delivery fees will not be refunded for returns or for collecting of faulty items
- The manufacturer warranty will not apply if the product shows evidence of:
- impact, sand, liquid or moisture damage
- dropping, mishandling, or tampering
- battery or chemical corrosion
- damage caused by connected equipment
- use contrary to the applicable instruction manual
- wrong configuration of equipment
- Unaccredited third party repairs, configuration or maintenance on equipment.
- Modification of any parts or enhancement not approved by the manufacturer
Stock availability
- We are not a stock holding company and the stock availability for some of the items shown on our eCommerce site are from lists that are imported every morning or when available from suppliers.
- Stock quantities are thus a reflection of the previous days stock count at close of business.
- Although we will try our utmost to keep stock availability up to date we cannot be held responsible if a product becomes out of stock with our suppliers but our site still shows availability.
- A lot of the products on our eCommerce site shows "Limited Availability". For these products we are not sure of the availability of stock from our suppliers and will need to revert to you are the delivery ETA.
Shipping
- Shipping costs are calculated on the volumetric weight.
- Couriers don’t give an exact time of day for the delivery but will deliver between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
- No Deliveries will take place on weekends or public holidays
- Deliveries are made via courier (Door to Door)
- The couriers require someone to be at the address provided to accept the delivery otherwise the goods will be returned and this will delay you receiving your goods on time.
- Provide contact numbers and contact persons receiving the goods
- No deliveries to a Postal Box
- Delivery ETA’s depend on stock availability but you will be informed if the item you require is out of stock and may take longer than the above lead times.
- Orders are processed from when the payment is received and reflects in our account.
- We do not deliver outside of South Africa, but you may arrange for a courier service to collect from us or an appointed collection point when the goods have been invoiced and ready for collection.
- Orders placed on weekends or public holidays are processed the following business day.
- Raion Connect reserve the right to part ship goods on all orders to the customer and to invoice each shipment separately, unless otherwise stipulated by the customer. This is to make sure that the customer receive their stock in a fast and efficient manner..
