MSI ATX motherboard MAG X870E-GAMING PLUS MAX-WIFI AM5 DSP0000041988

Features of the MSI MAG X870E GAMING PLUS MAX WIFI
The MSI MAG X870E GAMING PLUS MAX WIFI is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed for building gaming PCs, workstations and computers ready for future upgrades. Equipped with the AMD X870E chipset and AM5 socket, it offers compatibility with AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series processors, high-speed DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, M.2 storage and next-generation networking.
Compatible with AMD Ryzen™ processors
Thanks to its AM5 socket and AMD X870E chipset, this motherboard supports systems built with AMD Ryzen™ processors from different generations. Its platform is designed to provide an upgradable foundation, ready for both gaming and demanding workloads.

Chipset AMD X870E
Socket AM5
Compatible with AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors
Compatible with AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series processors
Compatible with AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series processors

High-speed DDR5 memory
The MSI MAG X870E GAMING PLUS MAX WIFI features four DDR5 UDIMM slots and supports a maximum capacity of 256 GB. It is also compatible with AMD EXPO™, memory overclocking and Dual-Channel configurations, making it easy to achieve higher performance in games and professional applications.

4 slots DDR5 UDIMM
Maximum memory capacity : 256 GB
DDR5 speed from 8200 to 5600 MT/s via overclocking
JEDEC DDR5 speed from 5600 to 4800 MT/s
Compatible with AMD EXPO™
Compatible with memory overclocking
Compatible with AMD POR Speed and JEDEC Speed
Supports Non-ECC, unbuffered memory
Dual-Channel operation
Compatible with CUDIMM only in clock driver bypass mode
DIMM slots with single-sided retention clips

Memory frequencies with Ryzen ™ 9000
With AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors, the motherboard supports memory frequencies of up to 8200+ MT/s, depending on the number of modules installed, their internal organization and the configuration used.

1DPC 1R: maximum speed of up to 8200+ MT/s
1DPC 2R: maximum speed of up to 6400+ MT/s
2DPC 1R: maximum speed of up to 6400+ MT/s
2DPC 2R: maximum speed of up to 6000+ MT/s

CUDIMM compatibility, POR boot frequency and supported speeds may vary depending on the processor and memory configuration. Some processors may require manual adjustments or future BIOS updates to improve compatibility.
PCIe 5.0 expansion for graphics cards
Its expansion slots allow you to install graphics cards and PCIe controllers from different generations. The main PCI_E1 slot is connected to the processor and can operate at PCIe 5.0 x16 when using Ryzen™ 9000 or 7000 Series processors.

3 slots PCI-E x16
1 slot PCI-E x1
PCI_E1: PCIe 5.0 with up to x16 from the CPU
PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 with up to x1 from the chipset
PCI_E3: PCIe 4.0 with up to x4 from the chipset
PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 with up to x1 from the chipset

Slot operation PCI_E1
The available bandwidth of the main slot depends on the AMD Ryzen™ processor model installed. This allows the platform to be adapted to different configurations, from high-performance systems to systems with processors that integrate graphics.

PCIe 5.0 x16 with Ryzen™ 9000 and 7000 Series processors
PCIe 4.0 x8 with Ryzen™ 8700, 8600 and 8400 Series processors
PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen™ 8500 and 8300 Series processors

M.2 and SATA storage
The motherboard offers three M.2 slots and four 6 Gb/s SATA connectors, allowing you to combine high-performance NVMe SSDs with SATA SSDs or HDDs. The M.2_1 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4 with certain processors.

3 slots M.2
4 SATA 6 Gb/s connectors
M.2_1: compatible with 2280 devices and 2260
M.2_2: compatible with 2280 devices and 2260
M.2_3: compatible with 22110 devices and 2280
M.2_1: up to PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen™ 9000 and 7000 Series
M.2_1: up to PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen™ 8000 Series
M.2_2: up to PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen™ 9000, 8700, 8600, 8400 and 7000 Series
M.2_3: up to PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen™ 9000, 8700, 8600, 8400 and 7000 Series

RAID configuration support
RAID configuration support for SATA and M.2 NVMe drives lets you prioritize speed, redundancy or a combination of both, depending on system requirements.

RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA devices
RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 5 for M.2 NVMe drives
RAID 5 for M.2 NVMe available only with Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors

USB connectivity up to 40 Gb/s
The MSI MAG X870E GAMING PLUS MAX WIFI includes a wide selection of USB ports, including a 40 Gb/s USB Type-C, 20 Gb/s and 10 Gb/s connections, as well as additional ports for the case front panel.

4 rear USB 2.0 ports
6 front USB 2.0 ports via internal connectors
2 rear 5 Gb/s USB Type-A ports
4 front 5 Gb/s USB Type-A ports
2 rear 10 Gb/s USB Type-A ports
1 front 10 Gb/s USB Type-C port
1 rear 20 Gb/s USB Type-C port
1 rear 40 Gb/s USB Type-C port

5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth ® 5.4
Network connectivity combines 5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth® 5.4, offering fast wired and wireless options. The Wi-Fi module is preinstalled in the M.2 Key-E slot.

Realtek controller ® 8126 5G LAN
Integrated Wi-Fi 7
Compatible with 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands
Channel width up to 320 MHz
Wireless speed of up to 5.8 Gb/s
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX
Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be
Bluetooth compatible ® 5.4
Supports MLO and 4KQAM

The availability of the 6 GHz band depends on the regulations in each country. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth® 5.4 require Windows® 11 version 24H2 for full compatibility. The Bluetooth® version may be updated depending on the wireless chipset manufacturer.
HDMI™ and DisplayPort video outputs via USB-C
When installing a processor with integrated graphics, the motherboard supports video outputs of up to 4K via HDMI™ or DisplayPort through the USB4® Type-C port.

1 HDMI™ output
HDMI™ 2.1 TMDS with a maximum resolution of 4K at 60 Hz
1 DisplayPort output via USB Type-C
USB4® with DisplayPort 1.4 and HBR3
Maximum resolution of 4K at 120 Hz via USB Type-C

Video outputs are available only with processors that include integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the installed CPU.
7.1-channel high-definition audio
The Realtek® ALC897 codec provides high-definition audio and support for 7.1-channel surround sound systems, making it suitable for gaming, multimedia entertainment and communications.

Realtek codec ® ALC897
High-definition audio
7.1-channel sound support
Audio connectors on the rear panel

Internal connectors and cooling
The motherboard offers numerous internal connectors for powering the system, managing fans, installing liquid cooling and expanding the lighting. Its eight dedicated fan and pump connections make it easy to configure the system's thermal setup.

1 ATX_PWR power connector
2 CPU_PWR power connectors
1 8-pin PCIe power connector
1 CPU fan connector
1 PUMP_SYS connector
6 system fan connectors
1 combined ARGB and fan connector JAF_1
2 JFP front panel connectors
1 JCI chassis intrusion detection connector
1 JAUD front audio connector
1 JDASH tuning controller connector
2 JBCLK BCLK frequency jumpers

RGB lighting and diagnostics
The RGB connectors let you customise the system's lighting, while the integrated indicators make it easier to detect problems during assembly or startup.

3 Addressable connectors V2 RGB LED JARGB_V2
1 JRGB RGB LED connector
4 EZ Debug LED indicators
1 EZ Memory Detection LED indicator

Security and compatibility TPM 2.0
The motherboard features a dedicated connector for TPM 2.0 modules, making it easy to add extra security features and meet the requirements of current platforms.

1 TPM connector
COMPATIBLE WITH TPM 2.0
Compatible with 64-bit Windows® 11

Comprehensive, accessible rear panel
The rear panel brings together the system's main connections and includes dedicated buttons for clearing the CMOS settings and updating the BIOS, simplifying maintenance and recovery tasks.

Clear CMOS button
Flash BIOS button
HDMI™ port
40 Gb/s Type-C USB port
20 Gb/s Type-C USB port
10 Gb/s Type-A USB ports
5 Gb/s Type-A USB ports
Ports USB 2.0
Network connector 5G LAN
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® antenna connectors
Audio connectors

ATX form factor
Its ATX form factor of 243,84 x 304,8 mm provides enough space for multiple expansion slots, storage drives and internal connections, making it suitable for cases compatible with ATX motherboards.

Format: ATX
Width: 243,84 mm
Height: 304.8 mm
Compatible operating system: 64-bit Windows® 11
Volume (m ³): 0.0076