This Mini-ITX board is the nearest alternative for DIY enthusiasts wanting to build their own NUC systems. It includes a genuine AM5 socket that takes up nearly 25% of the board’s space. Although it isn’t intended for high-end gaming or overclocking, it does support Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 CPUs with a power limit of up to 65W. It’s particularly recommended for the Ryzen 8000G APU series, which features integrated graphics.
With the AM5 socket, users can choose between focusing on high CPU performance or graphics, which is crucial since there isn’t an easy way to install discrete graphics. The X600TM-ITX lacks PCIe slots, including even a x1 slot, so any PCIe solutions would require adapters, such as M.2. In contrast, other ITX form factors do provide PCIe slots. If you’re aiming to build a compact PC with strong graphics capabilities, you may need to consider different options. On the plus side, most AM5 processors now come with integrated graphics, though only the Phoenix-based series offer enough power for gaming.
The X600TM-ITX is tailored for Home Theater PCs (HTPCs), a segment that has lost favor due to the popularity of prebuilt Mini-PCs. This board offers greater flexibility in selecting the processor and memory compared to some Mini-PCs that also provide these options.
The ASRock board officially supports up to 96GB of DDR5-6400 memory when overclocked. It comes in several versions, which include options for one or two HDMI ports, a DisplayPort, or LVDS connectors. Being a Thin Mini-ITX board, which is an Intel specification, it is also compatible with Intel CPU coolers. ASRock has not yet disclosed the pricing.
Source: ASRock
