Sapphire Technology has expanded its motherboard portfolio with the launch of two new models, the PURE Polar B850A WIFI and PURE Polar B850M WIFI. Introduced last week, both motherboards adopt a distinctive white PCB combined with black components and silver armor, which Sapphire refers to as the “Polar Silver and White Clean Color” design.
The new releases mirror the specifications of Sapphire’s NiTRO+ series, serving as alternate color versions while maintaining identical power and expansion capabilities. Each board is equipped with a 12+2+1 phase power design to ensure stable performance. For memory, both models support DDR5 overclocking beyond 8000 MT/s, providing flexibility for users who demand high-speed configurations.
Storage and expansion options include one PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot and one PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slot, enabling support for the latest NVMe SSDs. On the connectivity side, both boards feature 2.5GbE wired networking and Wi-Fi 6 wireless capability, ensuring modern networking support.
The primary difference between the two models lies in expansion slots and audio output. The ATX-based PURE Polar B850A WIFI comes with three full-length PCIe slots (PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4, and PCIe 4.0 x2), giving it broader support for add-in cards. The micro-ATX PURE Polar B850M WIFI has two full-length PCIe slots and omits the PCIe 4.0 x2 slot. Audio support also varies, with the B850A WIFI including six rear audio jacks compared to three on the B850M WIFI.
In addition to the new hardware, Sapphire has updated its software ecosystem. The Sapphire Core graphical BIOS has received an update, offering an improved interface, while TRIXX-M software is available to manage system lighting.
Pricing for the new motherboards has been confirmed. The Sapphire PURE Polar B850A WIFI will retail at $229 USD, while the smaller PURE Polar B850M WIFI will be available at $199 USD. Global availability is expected to begin in the coming weeks.
With the PURE Polar series, Sapphire is targeting users seeking high-performance motherboards with a clean white design, delivering a combination of power, connectivity, and modern memory support.
Sapphire PURE Polar B850 Series Specifications
| Feature | PURE Polar B850A WIFI | PURE Polar B850M WIFI |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX | Micro-ATX |
| Design | White PCB, Black Components, Silver Armor | White PCB, Black Components, Silver Armor |
| Power Delivery | 12+2+1 Phase | 12+2+1 Phase |
| Memory Support | DDR5, up to 8000+ MT/s (OC), Dual Channel | DDR5, up to 8000+ MT/s (OC), Dual Channel |
| M.2 Slots | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x4, 1 × PCIe 4.0 x4 | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x4, 1 × PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| PCIe Expansion Slots | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x161 × PCIe 4.0 x41 × PCIe 4.0 x2 | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x161 × PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Networking | 2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6 | 2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6 |
| Rear Audio Jacks | 6 | 3 |
| BIOS | Sapphire Core Graphical BIOS | Sapphire Core Graphical BIOS |
| Software | TRIXX-M Lighting Control | TRIXX-M Lighting Control |
| Price (USD) | $229 | $199 |
