ASRock DeskMeet 2025 – Models Compared, X600 GPU Compatibility, 54 mm Cooler Guide

What is the ASRock DeskMeet

The ASRock DeskMeet is an 8 liter barebone that fits a full desktop CPU and a dual slot graphics card up to 200 mm length. The integrated 500 W PSU and a maximum CPU cooler height of 54 mm make it ideal for compact gaming, creator, and office builds that still need PCIe graphics, four DIMM slots, and multiple drives.

Model comparison

ModelPlatformCPU supportRAMM.2SATAGPUCPU coolerLANPSUVolume
DeskMeet X600 (*)AMD AM5Ryzen 9000, 8000, 7000 up to 65 W4x DDR5 up to 256 GB1x Gen5 x4, 1x Gen4 x42xup to 200 mm, 2 slotsup to 54 mm2.5G500 Wabout 8 l
DeskMeet B760 (*)Intel LGA1700Core 14th, 13th, 12th Gen up to 65 W4x DDR4 up to 128 GB2x Gen4 x43xup to 200 mm, 2 slotsup to 54 mm1G500 Wabout 8 l
DeskMeet B660 (*)Intel LGA1700Core 14th, 13th, 12th Gen up to 65 W4x DDR4 up to 128 GB2x Gen4 x43xup to 200 mm, 2 slotsup to 54 mm1G500 Wabout 8 l
DeskMeet X300 (*)AMD AM4Ryzen 2000 to 5000 and 5000 G up to 65 W4x DDR4 up to 128 GB1x Gen3 x42xup to 200 mm, 2 slotsup to 54 mm1G500 Wabout 8 l

Size note

  • Chassis without protrusions about 168 x 219.3 x 218.3 mm
  • With protrusions about 168 x 236.1 x 221.6 mm

DeskMeet X600 GPU compatibility – rules and overview

Ground rules

  • Maximum 2 slot width and 200 mm length
  • Keep the 500 W PSU in mind, prefer compact dual fan designs
  • Modern cards like RTX 4060 and 4060 Ti often run PCIe 4.0 x8, which is fine in practice
  • Always check length, slot width, and power connectors before buying

Compatible GPUs by VRAM

16 GB VRAM

CardInterfaceNotes
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Ventus 2X 16G OC (*)PCIe 4.0 x8compact, 2 slots

12 GB VRAM

CardInterfaceNotes
EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC BlackPCIe 4.0 x16short dual slot
Gainward GeForce RTX 3060 Pegasus 12GPCIe 4.0 x16very compact
Palit GeForce RTX 3060 StormX OCPCIe 4.0 x16single fan, short
Palit GeForce RTX 3060 StormXPCIe 4.0 x16single fan, short
Palit GeForce RTX 3050 StormX OC 12GPCIe 4.0 x16compact entry card

8 GB VRAM

CardInterfaceNotes
Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 4060 Solo 8GPCIe 4.0 x8very short, single fan
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 8G Ventus 2X OCPCIe 4.0 x8compact dual fan
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 8G Cyclone OCPCIe 4.0 x8dual fan, short
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 Windforce 8GPCIe 4.0 x8quiet with moderate PL
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 Windforce OC 8GPCIe 4.0 x8light factory OC
Inno3D GeForce RTX 4060 Compact 8GPCIe 4.0 x8compact
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Mini 8GPCIe 4.0 x16short 3060 Ti for ITX
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 8-12G modelsPCIe 4.0 x16check length variant
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5060 series 8G (*)PCIe 4.0 x8several compact SKUs
MSI GeForce RTX 5060 series 8GPCIe 4.0 x8Cyclone, Ventus, check length
Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 Solo 8GPCIe 4.0 x8short single fan card

6 GB VRAM

CardInterfaceNotes
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GPCIe 4.0 x8some low profile variants
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super 6GPCIe 3.0 x16short dual fan options
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6GPCIe 3.0 x16verify length and 2 slots
Intel Arc A380 6GPCIe 4.0 x8compact options available

4 GB and below

CardInterfaceNotes
AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT 4GPCIe 4.0 x4very short, entry level
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GPCIe 3.0 x16efficient and quiet
NVIDIA GT 1030 2GPCIe 3.0 x4office and video
NVIDIA Quadro K620 2GPCIe 2.0 x16basic display duties

Tip

  • Many series have multiple lengths. Look for Mini, ITX, Aero, Pegasus, Solo, Compact, or StormX. These are often under 200 mm.
  • 2.5 slot or 3 slot cards do not fit.

CPU coolers up to 54 mm height

Low profile top down coolers work best below 54 mm. There are proven models for AM5, AM4, and LGA1700.

CoolerHeightSocketsNotes
Noctua NH-L9a bzw. NH-L9i (*)about 37 mmAM5, AM4, LGA1700 variantsvery quiet when tuned for 65 W
Thermalright AXP90-X47 (*)about 47 mmAM5, AM4, LGA1700 kitsa bit more thermal headroom
ID-COOLING IS-47-XT (*)about 47 mmAM5, AM4, LGA1700strong value
Cryorig C7 (*)about 47 mmAM4, LGA115x, some kitscompact, higher rpm possible

Notes

  • For AM5 use the correct mounting hardware and spacers
  • A clean fan curve and quality thermal paste help tame boost spikes
  • The top panel usually accepts a 120 mm fan, which improves exhaust and lowers CPU and GPU temperatures

Memory, storage, and connectivity

  • X600 uses DDR5 and offers one M.2 Gen5 x4 plus one M.2 Gen4 x4. True Gen5 speed requires a suitable Ryzen CPU
  • B760 and B660 use DDR4 and typically provide two M.2 Gen4 x4 slots plus three SATA ports
  • X300 provides DDR4, one M.2 Gen3 x4, and two SATA ports
  • X600 has 2.5G LAN, the Intel variants generally have 1G

Practical build tips

Thermals

  • Plan airflow bottom to top, add a 120 mm top fan
  • Set moderate power limits. An RTX 4060 or 4060 Ti with a slightly reduced power target is much quieter
  • Keep cables short and tidy so the GPU fans can breathe

M.2 strategy

  • Put OS and projects on the faster SSD, move large libraries to the second drive

Memory

  • Easiest route is a matched kit. Use EXPO or XMP profiles

Power supply

  • The 500 W PSU is sufficient for 65 W CPUs and compact GPUs up to about 200 W. Check PCIe power plugs and consider angled adapters if space is tight

Which model fits your use case

  • DeskMeet X600
    You want AM5, DDR5, 2.5G LAN, PCIe 4.0 x16, and optional Gen5 SSD
  • DeskMeet B760 or B660
    You plan a solid Intel build with DDR4 and widely available budget parts
  • DeskMeet X300
    You reuse AM4 hardware or want a low cost and versatile base with broad CPU support

FAQ

Do 2.5 slot or 3 slot GPUs fit
No, the chassis supports two slots only.

How loud is the DeskMeet under load
With a good top down cooler, an optional 120 mm top fan, and moderate power limits, you can build a quiet system.

Does PCIe 4.0 x16 on the X600 help if many GPUs run at x8
In 1080p and 1440p the difference is small. Clock speeds, power limits, cooling, and airflow matter more.

Can I use a 120 mm AIO
Compact 120 mm radiators can fit depending on revision and total height. In practice, low profile air coolers are simpler and often quieter.

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