ASRock X870

The Taichi series from ASRock typically has been reserved for their top-end models, but recently they have released a few different motherboards on both the AMD and Intel side that carry the Taichi name. These happen to be the Taichi OCF (overclocking focused) and the Taichi Creator (content creator focused). Today we will be taking a look at the ladder. The ASRock X870 Taichi Creator makes use of an 18+2+1 power phase design, has dual PCI-Express 5.0 x16 slots, five M.2 slots, USB4 connectivity, 10G LAN, WiFi 7, and so much more! Let’s take a look and see what this board is all about!

The new ASRock X870 Taichi Creator motherboard is packed with networking and connectivity options, and it offers great value at $320.

The X870 Taichi Creator features 10GbE and 5GbE LAN, dual USB4 Type-C, dual Gen5 M.2 slots, and dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots with extra spacing for dual-GPU setups. Its sharp lines, metallic edges, and mirrored nameplate reflect the signature Taichi Creator style—precision meets elegance.

At the beginning of this review, I already said that the X870 Riptide is not an enthusiast motherboard like the X870E Taichi, but it shares many essential features and performs very similarly, delivering all the best for gamers. At the same time, it’s significantly cheaper, making it a perfect option for all those who focus on a gaming build for the best results. ASRock X870 Riptide’s fantastic performance and low price have made it the new gamers’ choice and earned our Recommended Award!

The ASRock X870 Riptide won't win the battle of the spec sheets, but it has got it where it counts, while offering great bang for your buck.

Earlier in the week, we reviewed the ASRock’s flagship X870E Taichi Motherboard, which is undoubtedly is one of the best X870E motherboards on the market. It’s packed with amazing features with performance to match, and it’s ideal for both enthusiasts and content creators alike. Now, after reviewing the X870 Steel Legend WiFi motherboard … where does it stand?

The X870 Nova is a well-rounded motherboard that offers ample storage, a high-quality audio solution, and aesthetics that blend seamlessly with most build themes. But be cautious if you plan to use a lot of M.2 storage with other devices, as there is significant PCIe lane sharing.

ASRock’s X870 LiveMixer has enough connectivity for almost anyone. Priced at $229.99, this board offers loads of USB ports, a flagship-grade audio codec, and accessible PCIe slots for additional expansion, making it ideal for creators on a budget.

The ASRock X870 LiveMixer WiFi is chock full of expansion potential. Along with the rest of its excellent I/O, it offers outstanding value for money too.

The ASRock X870 LiveMixer WiFi motherboard uses AMD's X870 chipset and is suitable for the latest Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors on the AM5 socket. It's designed for content creators and streamers, who needs a motherboard that offers plenty of connectivity for streaming and other auxiliary devices.