ASUS X870 MAX GAMING WIFI7 motherboard (90MB1LY0-M0EAY0)

ASUS X870 MAX GAMING WIFI7 – High-end ATX motherboard for demanding AI-driven workstations

The ASUS X870 MAX GAMING WIFI7 is an ATX motherboard based on the AMD X870 chipset, supporting the latest AMD Ryzen processors on the AM5 platform. It offers DDR5 memory support, three M.2 slots, and PCIe 5.0 readiness, making it an excellent choice for demanding gaming setups and AI-driven workstations that require high computational power, fast data transfer, and expandability.

Performance and Expandability

The motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors on the AM5 platform. Four DIMM slots allow for up to 256 GB of DDR5 memory, with support for both ECC and non-ECC memory. Storage options include three M.2 slots (one with PCIe 5.0 support) and four SATA III connectors, with RAID 0/1/5/10 support. There are four expansion slots in total, including one PCIe 5.0 x16, one PCIe 4.0 x16 (x8/x4 mode), two PCIe 4.0 x16 (x1 mode), and one PCIe 3.0 x16 (x1 mode), allowing for a versatile build configuration.

Connectivity and Interfaces

The motherboard features a comprehensive USB port selection: USB 40Gbps Type-C, USB 20Gbps Type-C, USB 10Gbps Type-A, USB 5Gbps, and USB 2.0. The display connectors include HDMI and USB Type-C DisplayPort support. Wireless connectivity is handled by Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, while wired connectivity is via Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet.

Ease of Use and Visual Aesthetics

The motherboard boasts flexible M.2 cooling, VRM cooling, and multiple fan connectors, including an AIO pump header. RGB LED lighting and three Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers enable customization of the build's visual appearance with Aura Sync software. The BIOS is UEFI AMI type, and the BIOS FlashBack™ feature simplifies updates without an installed processor. The motherboard supports Windows 11 operating systems.

Technical Specifications

General Information

* Platform: AMD X870
* Form Factor: ATX
* Socket: AM5
* Compatible Processors: AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series
* Supported Operating Systems: Windows 11
* BIOS: UEFI AMI, BIOS FlashBack™
* Color: Black

Memory

* Memory Slots: 4 x DIMM
* Memory Type: DDR5
* Maximum Capacity: 256 GB
* Support: Dual-channel, ECC, and non-ECC

Storage

* M.2 Slots: 3 (1 x PCIe 5.0, 2 x PCIe 4.0)
* SATA Connectors: 4 x SATA III
* RAID Support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10

Expansion Slots

* Total PCIe Slots: 5
* PCIe 5.0 x16: 1
* PCIe 4.0 x16: 3 (1 x8/x4 mode, 2 x1 mode)
* PCIe 3.0 x16: 1 (x1 mode)

Networking and Wireless Connectivity

* Wired Network: Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet
* Wireless Network: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
* Bluetooth: 5.4

Interfaces

* USB Ports:
+ USB 40Gbps Type-C
+ USB 20Gbps Type-C
+ USB 10Gbps Type-A
+ USB 5Gbps
+ USB 2.0
* Display Connectors: HDMI, USB Type-C (DisplayPort)

Cooling and Lighting

* Cooling: VRM cooling, flexible M.2 cooling, multiple fan connectors
* RGB Lighting: Aura Sync RGB LED
* RGB Headers: 3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2

Shipping Contents

* Wi-Fi Antenna
* SATA Cables
* Screwdrivers