Erying Debuts First AMD-Compatible Motherboard: Alkiad B650 ITX D5

Erying officially unveiled the Alkiad B650 ITX D5, the brand’s first motherboard compatible with AMD processors. Designed with a compact ITX form factor, the motherboard combines functionality and aesthetics, catering to PC builders aiming for high-performance systems with a sleek appearance.

The Alkiad B650 ITX D5 features a white PCB complemented by black components, providing a modern and clean design. The board is equipped with a single EPS 8-pin CPU power supply interface and an 8+2+1 phase power delivery system using 55A DrMOS components. The VRM inductor area is cooled by a dedicated heat sink, enhancing thermal management for demanding workloads.

Memory and Overclocking Support

The motherboard includes two DDR5 UDIMM slots, supporting memory overclocking speeds of 6400+ MT/s. It offers compatibility with both Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles, giving users flexibility when optimizing memory performance.

Expandability Options

Despite its compact size, the Alkiad B650 ITX D5 provides a wide range of expandability options:

• PCIe Slots: A single PCIe 4.0×16 slot for graphics cards or other high-bandwidth devices.
• M.2 Storage: Two PCIe 4.0×4 M.2 slots, one on the front and one on the back, for high-speed NVMe SSDs.
• SATA Ports: Four SATA III interfaces for additional storage solutions.
  The motherboard also includes a reserved slot for a wireless network card, allowing users to add Wi-Fi capabilities if needed.

Networking Features

Erying integrates a Realtek RTL8125BG wired network card, providing a 2.5GbE RJ45 interface for high-speed Ethernet connectivity. This ensures fast and stable internet performance for gaming and other bandwidth-intensive tasks.

Rear I/O Panel

The rear I/O panel offers a comprehensive set of connectivity options:

• Four USB 2.0 ports
• Three USB-A 5Gbps ports
• One USB-C 10Gbps port
• One DisplayPort and one HDMI port for video output
• Audio ports, including a S/PDIF optical output and two 3.5mm jacks

Front Panel Connectivity

For front I/O, the motherboard supports the following:

• A 10Gbps USB-C header
• A USB 5Gbps header
• A USB 2.0 header

These features ensure compatibility with a wide range of PC cases and peripherals.

Summary

The Erying Alkiad B650 ITX D5 introduces a feature-rich option for small form factor PC builds. With its robust power delivery, DDR5 memory support, multiple storage options, and extensive connectivity, the motherboard positions itself as a capable and versatile choice for AMD Ryzen systems.

Source: ITHome