ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac Review

ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac Review

When it comes to options available in terms of gaming motherboards, one can find plenty of options in the market these days. Primarily, all motherboard manufacturers do have some sort of a lineup that particularly tends to manufacture models for dedicated gaming purposes. Among the several motherboard makers out there, one of the standout makers certainly is ASRock, who has been in the industry for long. As such, their latest motherboard, the Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac brings forward slurry of features and improvements.

So, what can you expect from the Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac? Read on to know more.

Super Alloy motherboard

The Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac is made up of premium quality alloy that offers both, stability and reliability. Among its standout features are –

• A power choke of 60A offers three times better current saturation to the motherboard.


• The use of Dual-Stack MOSFET (DSM) means larger die area, which further betters supply to the CPU core.


• Nichicon 12k Platinum capacitors last longer than normal capacitors and offer reliability.


• The usage of high density glass fabric in the making if the PCB means reduction in gaps and prevention of short circuit that can arise due to water and even moisture.


• XXL Aluminum Allot heat sink and heat pipe design offers better cooling options.

6^th Generation of Intel Core processors supported

The Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac provides support for the sixth generation of Intel’s Skylake processors. This is possible through the 1151 Socket. Thus, if you are looking to get your processor updated, you’’’ need a new motherboard too and the Z170 is a great choice.

DDR4 support

With the Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac, you have support available for DDR4 4000+ memory modules. Therefore, larger, faster and better memory means you have a smoother gaming experience.

Better graphics and sound options

With the Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac, you have 2 HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2. The very latest HDMI 4K 60Hz specification is well supported and you have better frame rates too. This enables you to enjoy fluid graphics. There is also support for up to three monitors.

In terms of sound too, you have 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek Codec), and Purity Sound 3 and DTS Connect.

Superb Wi-Fi connectivity

The Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac motherboard has a 2T2R 802.11ac Dual-band (2.5/5 GHz) Wi-Fi module. As a result, you have up to 867 Mbps support for wireless networks and that offers stronger and faster Internet connectivity.

Faster storage

With support for PCIe Gen3 x4 Ultra M.2 interface, you can expect up to 32Gb/s speeds when transferring data. Also, there is the presence of SATA3 6Gb/s M.2 modules that allow support for many of the fastest SSDs available in the market.

Also, in terms of USB ports, you have numerous options. There are 2 USB 3.1 (1 Type-A & 1 Type-C) ports that support up to 10Gb/s speeds, along with 8 USB 3.0 ports (5 on the rear, 2 in front and 1 Fatal1ty Mouse port).

Spike protection and updates

ASRock’s Full Spike Protection protects all motherboard components that are vulnerable to high current surges.

With live updates and software, you can be always sure that you will receive the best of support from ASRock that will help you get the maximum out of your device.

To conclude, with the Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITXac motherboard, ASRock has certainly blended everything that needs to be there in a present day gaming motherboard.

 

 

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