Lightning series stands as a symbol of both speed and power. The design employs linear and angular elements, evoking the imagery of lightning – a spectacle of raw energy and breathtaking speed.
  
  
  
  
  Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
  
  14+1+1+1+1 Phase Power Design, 80A Dr.MOS for VCore+GT+SA
  
  4 x DDR5 DIMMs
  
  Supports Dual Channel, up to 8933+ (OC)
  
  1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x16
  
  Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C
  
  Realtek ALC1220 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
  
  1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4)
  
  2 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
  
  1 M.2 (PCIe Gen4x2)
  
  4 SATA3
  
  1 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C (Rear)
  
  1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
  
  2 USB 3.2 Gen2 (Rear)
  
  8 USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
  
  7 USB 2.0 (3 Rear, 4 Front)
  
  Killer 2.5G LAN
  
  802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth
  
  Supports Memory OC Shield, Toolless Multi-Layer M.2 Heatsink
  
  
   
  
  
  
  
   
  
  
  Performance
  
  
  
  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
  
  
  
  14+1+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.
  
  
  2oz Copper PCB - 2 ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for overclocking.
  
  
  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® XMP/AMD EXPO™ capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying and absolutely no sweat at all.
  
  
  Memory OC Shield - ASRock's exclusive Memory OC Shield is a patented feature engineered to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) that could affect memory overclocking. By shielding memory modules from EMI noise and optimizing the layout, the Memory OC Shield enhances stability and reliability during high-frequency operations, enabling users to push their systems to the maximum potential.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
   
  
  
  High Speed M.2 Solution
  
  
  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.
  
  Hyper M.2 Gen4 x4 - Supports PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSDs, it is capable of perform twice the speed compared to previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning fast data transferring experience.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  DIY Friendly Design
  
  
  Graphics Card Lite Release - Equipped with an enlarged latch for easy pressing, simplifying both the installation and removal of graphics cards.
  
  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.
  
  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.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Enlarged M.2 Heatsink
  
  
  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 - The enhanced M.2 heatsink with anti-drop screw design that make sure installation process more easily.
  
  
  
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
  
   
  
  Cooling
  
  
  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.
  
  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 Phantom Gaming Tuning 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.