➀ The Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Hero offers premium features and aesthetics at a competitive price; ➁ It comes with three PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 sockets and AI/EZ DIY features for easy building and upgrading; ➂ While it may be expensive and lacks USB ports, it provides excellent performance, especially in gaming.
Recent #Motherboard news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Motherboard maker Maxsun reveals the Ryzen 7 9800X3D specs; ➁ The CPU supports a 4.7GHz base clock, 96MB of L3 cache, and a 120W TDP; ➂ Retail listings indicate a price range between $484 and $542.62.
➀ KitGuru covered the upcoming launch of Intel Core Ultra 200S, which will lead to a surge of new motherboards with the Z890 chipset and Socket LGA1851; ➁ MSI provided five Z890 models with various features and prices to showcase what to expect; ➂ Detailed features of each model were highlighted, including VRMs, memory support, PCIe, M.2 storage, networking, and I/O options.
➀ LGA 1700 CPUs are incompatible with Arrow Lake; ➁ Intel's upcoming “Arrow Lake” Core Ultra processors have a taller and thinner CPU; ➂ New Z890 motherboards may incorporate a “Reduced Load ILM” design for better cooling performance.
➀ ASRock Rack has launched the TURIN2D48G 48 DIMM motherboard; ➁ The board supports dual 500W TDP Turin generation CPUs and up to 48 DDR5 DIMMs; ➂ It is designed for high-memory server applications.
➀ Newegg offers a combo deal with Ryzen 5 7600X, Gigabyte B650M Gaming Plus WiFi, G.Skill RAM, and Kingston NV2 SSD for $329; ➁ Save $180 compared to buying components separately; ➂ Complete a midrange gaming PC with this bundle.
➀ The MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi is a high-performance motherboard with USB4 and Wi-Fi 7 support; ➁ It features an 18+2+1 x 110A VRM and dual LAN for robust power delivery and networking; ➂ The board offers DDR5 memory support and a variety of storage options, including quadruple M.2 connectors; ➃ The review highlights the board's excellent performance and BIOS, though it notes the high price point.
➀ AMD launches the new 800 series chipset, introducing a new wave of motherboards for Zen 5 Ryzen 9000 processors; ➁ X870 chipsets offer USB 4, PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and support DDR5-8000 memory; ➂ The latest AGESA update boosts Zen 5 processors to 105W and fixes core latency issues for performance improvement.
➀ The Maxsun iCraft B760M Cross offers a unique white anime-themed appearance and high-speed USB Type-C ports but struggles with power delivery and lack of utility. ➁ The board supports 12th-14th gen Intel processors, three M.2 sockets, and Wi-Fi 6E, but its performance is limited by BIOS settings. ➂ Despite its unique design, the board faces competition from other Micro ATX and ATX motherboards.
➀ MSI's Pano 100L PZ case and Project Zero Z790 motherboard simplify cable management. ➁ The design moves all connectors to the rear, making assembly easier for novices. ➂ Potential downsides include compatibility issues with short-cable devices and increased air leakage.
➀ MSI has unveiled its flagship MEG X870E Godlike motherboard designed for AMD's Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, featuring support for up to 256GB DDR5 RAM and five M.2 SSDs. ➁ The motherboard includes a 28-phase (110A) CPU VRM, dual 8-pin power connectors, and two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots. ➂ Pricing and release date are yet to be announced, but it is expected to be positioned at the top end of the market.
➀ ASUS introduces NitroPath technology to enhance DRAM overclocking on their ROG Crosshair X870E Hero and ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming motherboards. ➁ NitroPath redesigns DDR5 slots to reduce noise and increase memory speeds by up to 400 MT/s. ➂ The technology also increases retention force by 57% and shortens gold finger pins by 39% for better signal integrity.
➀ MSI's B650I Edge Wi-Fi offers a unique design and quality audio in the Mini-ITX space. ➁ It supports Zen 5 and features Wi-Fi 6E, but lacks PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 and has fewer USB ports compared to competitors. ➂ Performance varies, excelling in some tests but lagging in multi-threaded tasks.
➀ The Asus Pro B760M-CT is a budget-friendly Micro ATX motherboard suitable for business environments and light gaming. ➁ It features quad-display capabilities and Asus CSM program but has limited power delivery and USB ports. ➂ Performance is adequate for office tasks but limited with high-end processors.
1. MSI B650M Project Zero introduces a new cable management system where cables connect at the back of the motherboard. 2. The motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 8000/7000 Series processors and DDR5 memory up to 7600+ MHz. 3. It features advanced thermal solutions, high-speed USB and networking capabilities, and requires careful case selection for optimal performance.
❶ The Gigabyte B760M DS3H AX is a budget-friendly Micro ATX motherboard priced at $123.99, featuring three video outputs and support for 12th-14th generation Intel processors. ❷ It offers decent performance in lightly threaded applications but struggles with heavily threaded tasks due to limited power delivery. ❸ The board includes essential features like two M.2 sockets, four SATA ports, and fast networking with 2.5 GbE and Wi-Fi 6E, making it a viable option for budget builds.
1. Intel's upcoming 800-series chipsets details leaked, including Z890, B860, H810 for consumers, W880 for workstations, and Q870 for corporate PCs. 2. Z890 and W880 share similar connectivity but differ in features, with W880 supporting ECC memory and remote administration. 3. B860 and H810 are less advanced, with B860 lacking many features and H810 upgrading to PCIe 5.0.
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