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The MSI X870E GAMING PLUS WIFI AM5 ATX Motherboard is designed for high-performance computing, supporting AMD AM5 processors and DDR5 memory up to 256GB across four slots. It features the AMD X870E chipset, offering robust connectivity with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, a 5GbE Ethernet port, and a comprehensive array of USB options including a USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 Type-C header. Storage is well-catered for with three M.2 slots and four SATA III ports, alongside expansion capabilities provided by PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4, and PCIe 3.0 x1 slots, making it suitable for building a powerful gaming or workstation PC.
Ensure absolute compatibility with your CPU generation and socket type. Don't overpay for extreme overclocking features if you just want to plug and play. Available from $269.99.
Motherboards draw minimal power themselves but facilitate power delivery to all components. There are no consumables, but they are rarely upgraded without also changing the CPU.
Common Failure Modes
Physical damage during installation (bent pins) is the most common failure. Component failure like VRM burnout happens rarely unless aggressively overclocking.
Ensure absolute compatibility with your CPU generation and socket type. Don't overpay for extreme overclocking features if you just want to plug and play.
Motherboards usually last the life of the PC. Capacitors are the main wear component.
The MSI X870E GAMING PLUS WIFI AM5 ATX Motherboard is available at bhphoto, starting at $269.99.
Motherboards draw minimal power themselves but facilitate power delivery to all components. There are no consumables, but they are rarely upgraded without also changing the CPU.
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