Type-A and Type-C 10 Gb/s USB 3.1 Connectors are on Their Way to ASRock X99/Z97 Motherboards

TAIPEI, Taiwan, February 16, 2015 – Once upon a time, not so far ago, USB became the most common standard for connecting peripherals to our computers. It has also received several upgrades over the years, including this year's jump to USB 3.1. Needless to say, PC builders are going to find these new interfaces on their forthcoming motherboards from all brands, but ASRock's X99 and Z97 motherboards have more up their sleeves. Besides the traditional Type-A connectors, they're going to be the first in the world to carry the Type-C 10 Gb/s SuperSpeed+ USB 3.1, which supports next generation mobile devices.

ASRock, 2014 Most Awarded Motherboard Brand in 9-Series Category on Tom's Hardware

TAIPEI, Taiwan, February 16, 2015 – Last December, ASRock dominated the Micro ATX category on the globally renowned authority on tech – Tom's Hardware with the X99M Extreme4 and Fatal1ty X99M Killer. Now once again, ASRock has topped the chart with six 9-series motherboards. From a recent article "Best Motherboards: February 2015" posted on Tom's Hardware, ASRock dominated the chart with its 9-series motherboards.

X99 OC Formula, HardwareHeaven: Performance

Great to see that this board allowed us to hit the highest speed we have seen to date.

Fatal1ty X99M Killer, KitGuru: Worth Buying

Support for two-card graphics configurations alongside the 32Gbps Ultra M.2 connector, is a clear highlight.

X99 Extreme6, Hardware Ready: 4.5 Stars / Quality

A motherboard that meets the expectation of gamers, overclockers, professionals and more.

Fatal1ty X99M Killer, futurelooks.com: Recommended

The extra features, performance and overclocking makes this a unique X99 motherboard!

X99 OC Formula, Technology X: Editor's Choice

ASRock X99 OC Formula gives users huge overclocking potential while also not skimping on other high-end features you'd expect from a high end motherboard.

Fatal1ty X99M Killer, Pro-Clockers.com: Editor's Choice

All the popular gaming hardware features are there and all work perfectly, gamers would definitely die for.

X99 OC Formula, Pro-Clockers.com: Highly Recommended

An aggressive overclocking motherboard to push clocks even further.

Fatal1ty X99X Killer, HardwareHeaven: Performance

A board with a good level of build quality, excellent features and a decent layout. Not to mention unbelievable performance.

Z97 Pro4, PurePC: 4/5 points / Best Value

The best investment. No other competitor can offer more, ASRock is basically the leader here.

Fatal1ty X99X Killer, Guru3D: Recommended

A well designed and feature rich product, we think the ASRock X99X Killer is just that, a killer product!

Fatal1ty X99M Killer, muycomputer.com: Recommended

Thanks to the presence of the premium components, this motherboard deserves recognition for its perfection.

X99 WS, PCAxe: Diamond

Server grade qualtiy components that will make a very powerful workstation.

Q2900-ITX, Computer DIY: Best Value

Ultra low power consumption and noise for a small system.

  This is really a high-end mediaplayer and very good lookingAlbert Offerein
  AsRock has really good quality motherboardsbob builder
  My gosh, it's 1/2 as fast than other previous! Good job Asrock!sam ho
  you guys are doing great and my Z77 Extreme 4 is amazing, looking forward to buying the X99 OC formulaEric Brooks
  Very good MOBOs, I have Z97X KillerJakub Mazur