MSI PRO X870E-S EVO WIFI
MSI PRO X870E-S EVO WIFI
The MSI PRO X870E-S EVO WIFI motherboard connects your desktop PC's hardware components and distributes electrical power. This 304.8 × 243.84mm printed circuit board uses an AM5 socket and an AMD X870E chipset. It supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series desktop processors. The high-speed PCIe 5.0 interface and wireless Wi-Fi 7 reduce response times when transferring large amounts of data. Integrated technological solutions simplify the assembly of individual components and optimise the overall operation of the computer system for stable performance.
AMD X870E
Chipset
AMD AM5
Socket
ATX
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the MSI PRO X870E-S EVO WIFI motherboard
- Based on the AMD X870E chipset with an AM5 socket and ATX format
- Four DDR5 slots with a total capacity of up to 256GB
- Features a PCIe 5.0 ×16 slot, USB 4.0 interface and Wi-Fi 7 wireless networking
- Storage includes three M.2 NVMe slots and four SATA III connectors with RAID support
- Network connectivity provided by fast 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth version 5.4
- Powered by a digital system with a 12+2+1 phase arrangement
- Special features include EZ DIY elements, Flash BIOS button and EZ Debug LED diagnostics
Power system
The board features a digital power system with a total of 12+2+1 phases. This configuration delivers stable voltage to AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 processors. Two 8-pin CPU_PWR connectors supply sufficient electrical current even under prolonged load. The six-layer printed circuit board contains an increased amount of two-ounce copper for effective heat dissipation from heated components. The power system is also supplemented by a single 8-pin PCIE_PWR connector.
DDR5 memory
Four DIMM slots are used for installing memory. The system supports dual-channel configuration with a total capacity of up to 256GB. The motherboard works with DDR5 memory modules with a frequency of up to 8200MHz in overclocking mode. Memory Boost technology optimises the electrical circuits and prevents dangerous memory signal loss during demanding computing operations. Single-sided latches on the slots make handling memory modules easier.
PCIe 5.0 interface
The main PCI_E1 slot uses a PCIe 5.0 interface with a throughput of up to 128GB/s. A Steel Armor frame reinforces the construction and protects the board from damage by a heavy graphics card. Three M.2 connectors are used for data storage. The first of these supports PCIe 5.0 ×4 transfer speeds directly from the processor. The remaining two slots operate on a PCIe 4.0 ×4 interface via the chipset and can accommodate 22110 or 2280 format drives.
Network connectivity
The Realtek 8126VB network adapter provides a wired internet connection with a high throughput of 5Gb/s. The integrated Wi-Fi 7 module handles wireless communication, supporting 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz frequency bands with a channel width of 160MHz. The wireless connection has a transfer speed of up to 2.9Gb/s with support for Bluetooth version 5.4. Modern features such as MU-MIMO TX/RX, Multi-Link Operation and 4KQAM modulation for stable, interference-free signal transmission are also available.
Assembly with EZ DIY elements
The manufacturer has simplified the installation of components with screwless mechanisms. The EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II cooler and EZ M.2 Clip II fastening simplify the installation of SSDs without tools. A spring-loaded EZ PCIe Clip II latch mechanism on the first slot is used to remove the graphics card. The EZ Antenna system makes it easy to quickly connect the Wi-Fi antenna without needing to screw in any connectors.
Connectivity and audio chip
The rear panel includes a 40Gb/s USB4 connector, which also serves as a DisplayPort 1.4 video output with a resolution of up to 4K at 120Hz. Users have access to one 20Gb/s USB Type-C port and several other USB connectors with speeds of 10Gb/s and 5Gb/s. An 8-channel Realtek ALC897 audio chip provides audio output with support for 7.1 surround sound. There are also four rear USB 2.0 ports for connecting older peripherals.
Port equipment
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 3
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 2× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Functions: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 6 (3 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1 (1 header)
- Rear USB 2.0: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 2
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
- Rear USB 4.0: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Audio codec: Realtek ALC897
- Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm jack
Other
- Rear: Clear CMOS button, Flash BIOS button, 1× RJ-45 (LAN) 5Gb/s, 2× Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin ATX 12V, 1× 8-pin PCI-E
- Cooling: CPU fan - 1, system fan - 6, water pump - 1
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion, TPM, RGB LED (4-pin), 3× addressable RGB LED, Tuning Controller
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard (or mainboard), it is important to pay particular attention to the motherboard socket type, format and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards and other components. The specific socket will be used to select a suitable processor, while the remaining connectors will determine the other components for your future computer.Specifications
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Advanced parameters
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Micro-Star International Co Ltd. C/O MSI Computer Europe BV, Science Park Eindhoven 5706, 5692 ER, Son, Netherlands, [email protected]
The Taiwanese company MSI (Micro-Star International) has earned a solid place in the world of IT, mainly producing motherboards for desktop computers. However, it also produces high quality graphics cards, barebone computers, notebook computers, networking products, servers, and many other computer components. MSI products support the latest technologies and provide the performance necessary for all applications. Recently, the company has begun making a name for itself in the growing segment of gaming notebooks.
This product is not an independently functional unit and may require professional installation.
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