ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi Ryzen AM5 Socket B850 chipset ATX Gaming Motherboard with WiFi
- Brand: Asrock
- Product Code: B850LIVEMIXERWIFI [#56]
- sku: B850LIVEMIXERWIFI
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About this product
The ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi is an ATX gaming motherboard built for AMD Ryzen processors on the AM5 socket, delivering high bandwidth DDR5 memory support, advanced connectivity, and robust power delivery for modern gaming and creator systems.
Overview Summary
ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi AM5 ATX Gaming Motherboard
The ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi motherboard is designed for users who demand stability, speed, and extensive connectivity from their AMD Ryzen based desktop platform. Built on the B850 chipset, it supports next generation Ryzen AM5 processors and DDR5 memory, making it suitable for performance focused gaming rigs, streaming setups, and productivity workstations.
This motherboard features extensive USB connectivity including USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C, integrated WiFi support via rear antenna ports, advanced audio with optical SPDIF output, and flexible cooling control with multiple fan and pump headers. Its ATX form factor allows for full size expansion while maintaining efficient layout and thermal management.
Performance tier: High performance
Uses: Gaming PCs, content creation, streaming systems, productivity workstations
Overview
LiveMixer series is crafted with the needs of modern content creators in mind, offering excellent connectivity for streaming and multiple auxiliary devices. Its reliable performance ensures seamless content creation and efficient time management.
Description
The ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi motherboard is engineered to support modern AMD Ryzen processors with the AM5 socket, offering a future ready platform for high performance desktop systems. Its support for up to 256GB of DDR5 memory across four DIMM slots enables smooth multitasking, fast application loading, and reliable system responsiveness.
Connectivity is a key focus of the LiveMixer design, featuring a comprehensive rear IO selection that includes HDMI, DisplayPort 1.4, high speed USB Type C, multiple USB Type A ports, optical audio output, and integrated WiFi antenna connectors. Internally, users benefit from front panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 support and extensive RGB and addressable LED headers for customized system lighting.
With multiple fan headers including dedicated CPU, chassis, and AIO pump connectors, the motherboard allows precise thermal management for air or liquid cooled systems. Its ATX layout provides ample expansion options while maintaining a clean and efficient component arrangement for long term reliability.
Features
- AMD AM5 socket support for Ryzen processors
- B850 chipset for modern gaming and productivity platforms
- Dual channel DDR5 memory support with up to 256GB capacity
- 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots for flexible memory configurations
- USB 3.2 Gen2x2 front panel Type C support at up to 20 Gb-s
- Integrated WiFi support via rear antenna ports
- Advanced audio with optical SPDIF output and gold plated jacks
- Extensive cooling support with CPU, chassis, and AIO pump headers
- RGB and addressable LED headers for system customization
- BIOS Flashback button for easy firmware updates
LIVE MIX. LIFE MAX
LiveMixer is designed through current-gen content creators, who need motherboards with great connectivity for streaming and other auxiliary devices. Also, its reliable performance allows us to provide wonderful contents and budget our time.
Exclusive 20K Cap with 1000uF Capacitance
The upgraded 20K Black capacitor not only extends the lifespan to 20,000 hours but also increases the capacitance value from 560uF to 1000uF, bringing several benefits:
- Higher Capacitance: Greater charge storage for better support under high loads.
- Lower Ripple: Reduced power output fluctuations, improving quality.
- More Stable Output Current: Stable power supply, minimizing voltage impacts.
- Better Performance & System Stability: Increased reliability and consistent performance.
14+2+1 Power Phase Design
Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers unmatched overclocking capabilities and enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers as well.
Dr. MOS
Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance.
Hi-Density Power Connector
CPU overclocking requires higher current. ASRock Hi-Density Power Connectors are designed to withstand higher currents compared to traditional CPU and ATX power connectors, providing a more stable system and reducing the risk of fire during heavy overclocking.
8 Layer PCB
The 8 Layer PCB provides stable signal traces and power shapes delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for memory overclocking! Thus, it's able to support the latest memory modules with most extreme memory performance!
DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support
Derived from the “built for stable and reliable” designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboard is built with high quality materials, enthusiasts are able to enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are Intel(RegTM) XMP/AMD EXPO(TM) capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying and absolutely no sweat at all.
PCIe Gen5 Blazing M.2
The Blazing M.2 accommodates the latest PCI Express 5.0 standard to perform twice the bandwidth compared to previous generation, with a breathtaking 128Gb/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.
M.2 Heatsink Toolless Design
Besides the M.2 SSD toolless design on the motherboard, ASRock up a notch by introducing this industry first M.2 heatsink quick release mechanism on the motherboard. The user friendly toolless design helps installing M.2 SSD super easy & simple.
XXL M.2 Heatsink
The extra large aluminum alloy M.2 heatsink effectively improves heat dissipation to keep those high speed M.2 SSDs as cool as possible, it is able to give better stability while maintaining top performance.
Anti-Drop Screw
Tired of dropping screws or screws missing inside chassis The enhanced M.2 heatsink with anti-drop screw design that make sure installation process more easily.
Aluminum Heatsink
The first thing that catches the eye is the optimized Aluminum Heatsink Design. Heatsinks are crucial for efficient heat dissipation, especially during heavy workloads like gaming or productivity tasks. Motherboard that built with heatsinks can effectively manage thermal performance, hence ensure system stability and durability effortlessly.
PWM/DC Fan Support
ASRock fan headers automatically detect whether fans are running in DC or PWM mode, allowing users to fine-tune the fan curve and achieve quieter operation.
- CPU Fan Connector
- AIO Pump Fan Connector
- Chassis Fan Connector
Thermistor Header
The thermistor cable and thermistor header provide an additional source for temperature monitoring, offering customized thermal management solutions based on workload. Thermal management settings can be easily configured via Fan-Tastic Tuning or UEFI.
Fan-Tastic Tuning
ASRock Fan-Tastic Tuning function enables users to auto-detect the minimum duty of each fan with a single click. Users can also easily adjust the fan curve via the visualized UI interface, meeting their system's cooling performance and noise reduction requirements.
M.2 Bottom Heatsink
The M.2 bottom heatsink is able to dissipate heat of the M.2 SSD efficiently through the motherboard PCB, maximize performance while maintaining system stability.
23 USB Ports
Featuring 23 USB ports, this design maximizes connectivity and provides more reliable and stable support for multiple auxiliary devices compared to external USB hubs.
Dual PCIe x4 Slots
Featuring two PCIe x4 slots that support compatibility with a wide range of PCIe expansion cards, this design enhances functionality and boosts connectivity, making it an ideal companion for both work and entertainment.
Enhanced VR Experience
Wi-Fi 7 offers higher data throughput, lower latency, and Multi-link Operation. These features ensure a smooth and real-time interactive experience, making the VR/AR experience more immersive and connected.
Wi-Fi 7 802.11be
Latest WiFi 7 technology delivers extreme wireless internet speeds and low latency, with higher throughput and Multi-RU as well as puncturing technology. The new WiFi 7(802.11be) technology is able to accelerate cloud-based gaming, 8K video streaming, and video conferencing.
Multi-link Operation(MLO)
Multi-link Operation (MLO) enables the simultaneous use of multiple bands and channels, boosting speed and throughput while reducing latency for a smoother, faster internet experience.
Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN
The intelligent 2.5Gb/s LAN platform is built for maximum networking performance for the demanding requirements of home networking, content creators, online gamers and high-quality streaming media. Boost networking performance up to 2.5X the bandwidth compared to the standard gigabit Ethernet, you'll enjoy the faster and uncompromised connectivity experience for gaming, file transfers and backups.
Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Header
The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as previous generation, providing a blazing fast data transfer interface with reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.
Lightning Gaming Ports
Aimed for die hard gamers and enthusiasts! Lightning Gaming Ports are sourced from two different controller interfaces that assist gamers in connecting the high speed mice/keyboard with the lower jitter and latency!
Ultra USB Power
Provides stable power and better sound experience! Ultra USB Power provides 5V power transformed from +12V power rail, whose voltage drop will be much lower than the +5V from the PSU under heavy loading, and prevents noise from other devices or RGB LED.
Audio That Matters
Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant and rich with details.
Enhance Communication Quality
The Powerful algorithms to ensure the best noise-free conversation, giving a constant vocal level no matter the distance from your mic. The Nahimic audio engine dynamically clear the sound and remove interference noise and lower the voice variation. Result is a better comprehension and less fatigue.
- Static Noise Suppression
- Echo Cancellation
- Lateral Sound Cancellation
- Voice Stabilizer
Sound Tracker
The Sound Tracker is a visual indicator that points out the directions from which predominant sounds are coming. Each sound is properly positioned in 360degrees on a radar for a full immersion during the game.
Works on any devices!
Enjoy the vibrant and high-quality Surround Sound on all your favorite audio devices. Nahimic is compatible with all of your favorite audio tools and ensures the best sound with any of them. Nahimic measure and improve to optimize our technology and offer you the best experience.
POLYCHROME RGB
This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB headers that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects.
SignalRGB
SignalRGB unifies your RGB devices, offering seamless customization, game-reactive effects, macro automation, and system monitoring. The official partnership empowers ASRock motherboards with advanced lighting control, enhances compatibility with a diverse range of RGB devices, and provides greater customization flexibility.
Customized Thermal Management
The thermistor cable and thermistor header provide an additional source for temperature monitoring, offering customized thermal management solutions.
Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]
The reinforced steel slot is capable of supporting PCI Express 5.0 standard. The various benefits include:
- Extra anchor points
- Stronger latch
- Ensure signal stability
- Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed.
Auto Driver Installer
No need to worry about lack of disk drive! Asrock preinstall LAN driver to ensure that you are able to install all drivers needed in an easier way than using SCD.
- step1: Install Auto Driver Installer
- step2: Update drivers needed
- step3: Done!
BIOS Flashback
Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and a power supply. No CPU, RAM or other components are required.
Flexible Integrated I/O Shield
Unlike most so called pre-mounted I/O shield that is only decorated with fancy color schemes. We reserve more tolerance space and allow IO shield is adjustable when installing, thus fitting chassis perfectly without any mechanical issue.
What's in the Box
- ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi motherboard
- WiFi antenna set
- User manual and documentation
- SATA and accessory cables as supplied by manufacturer
Specifications
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| Specifications | |
| Product Code | B850LIVEMIXERWIFI |
| Unique Feature | Superb Productivity |
| - PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2) | |
| - Dual Channel DDR5 | |
| Rock-Solid Durability | |
| - 14+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 | |
| - 2.5G LAN, 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module | |
| - ASRock Lightning Gaming Ports | |
| EZ Update | |
| - BIOS Flashback Button | |
| - ASRock Auto Driver Installer | |
| EZ Troubleshooter | |
| - | |
| CPU | - Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors |
| * The availability of expansion slots may vary by CPU. Please refer to PCIe/M.2 Bandwidth Table for details. | |
| Chipset | - AMD B850 |
| Memory | - Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology |
| - 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots | |
| - Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 8000+(OC) | |
| - Max. capacity of system memory: 256GB | |
| - Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules | |
| BIOS | - 256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support |
| 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 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 | |
| Audio | - 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec) |
| - Impedance Sensing on Rear Out port | |
| - Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel | |
| - Nahimic Audio | |
| LAN | - 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s |
| - Dragon RTL8125BG | |
| - Supports Dragon 2.5G 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 | |
| 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 band | |
| - 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 | |
| *The Wi-Fi 7 module is supported by Microsoft Windows<sup> </sup> 11 only. There is no driver available for Windows<sup> </sup> 10. The availability of the 6GHz band will depend on the different regulation status of each country and region. It will be activated (for supported countries) through Windows<sup> </sup> Update and software updates once available. | |
| Slots | CPU: |
| - 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode | |
| Chipset: | |
| - 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2 and PCIE3), support x4 mode | |
| - 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module | |
| - 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1) | |
| * 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. | |
| If M2_3 is occupied, PCIE3 will be disabled. | |
| Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks | |
| Storage | CPU: |
| - 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode | |
| - 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode | |
| Chipset: | |
| - 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode | |
| - 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors | |
| * 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 will run at Gen4x4 with 9000 and 7000 series processors, Gen4x4 with 8000 (Phoenix 1) series processors and Gen4x2 with 8000 (Phoenix 2) series processors. | |
| If M2_3 is occupied, PCIE3 will be disabled. | |
| RAID | - Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 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 | |
| USB | CPU: |
| - 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-A (Rear (USB32_1)) | |
| Chipset: | |
| - 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front) | |
| - 7 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (3 Rear (USB32_234), 4 Front) | |
| - 12 x USB 2.0 (8 Rear, 4 Front) | |
| * All USB ports support ESD Protection | |
| Connector | - 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 24 pin ATX Power Connector | |
| - 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) | |
| - 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector (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) | |
| * 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 and AIO_PUMP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. | |
| Rear Panel I/O | - 2 x Antenna Ports |
| - 1 x HDMI Port | |
| - 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 | |
| - 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port | |
| - 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) | |
| - 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) | |
| - 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports | |
| - 8 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) | |
| * USB32_12 are Lightning Gaming Ports. USB32_34 support Ultra USB Power. | |
| Device exceeds USB 3.2 Type-A power rating of 5V@0.9A (4.5W) may trigger over-current protection (OCP), will require system reboot to restore USB power. | |
| Software and 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. | |
| Accessories | - 2 x SATA Data Cables |
| - 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas | |
| - 1 x Thermistor Cable | |
| Form Factor | - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm |
| - 8 Layer PCB | |
| OS | - Microsoft Windows10 64-bit / 11 64-bit |
| Certifications | - FCC, CE |
| - ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) | |
FAQ
Is this motherboard compatible with AMD Ryzen AM5 processors?
Yes, the ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi is designed specifically for AMD Ryzen processors that use the AM5 socket.
Does this motherboard support DDR5 memory?
Yes, it supports dual channel DDR5 memory with up to 256GB capacity across four DIMM slots.
Does the motherboard include WiFi support?
Yes, it includes integrated WiFi functionality using external antenna connectors on the rear IO.
Can I use liquid cooling with this motherboard?
Yes, the motherboard includes a dedicated AIO pump fan connector along with multiple CPU and chassis fan headers.
Does it support high speed USB Type C connections?
Yes, it supports USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C on the front panel and USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C on the rear IO.