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MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI AM5 Motherboard
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The MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI AM5 ATX DDR5 Gaming Motherboard is engineered for gamers seeking the perfect blend of durability, performance, and DIY-friendly design. Built on the powerful AMD X870E chipset, it supports the latest AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series Desktop Processors. This future-proof motherboard delivers cutting-edge connectivity, including true Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, USB 40Gbps, and PCIe 5.0 compatibility. Designed under MSI’s MAG (MSI Arsenal Gaming) series, the board emphasizes military-grade construction and reliable heat dissipation, making it ideal for demanding gaming sessions and high-performance PC builds.
Optimized for convenience, the MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI includes MSI’s signature EZ DIY features like the EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II and EZ M.2 Clip II, enabling quick and tool-free SSD installations. The included EZ M.2 Clip II Remover adds flexibility for repositioning drives across the M.2 slots. Additional user-friendly enhancements include an EZ PCIe Release button for seamless GPU upgrades and a pre-installed I/O shield for straightforward and aligned motherboard installations. These thoughtful features make building and upgrading your system easier, faster, and more satisfying—no tools required.
To deliver top-tier power and memory performance, this motherboard boasts a 14+2+1 Duet Rail Power System with 80A Smart Power Stages, ensuring stable CPU operation even under extreme loads. It also supports dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 8400+ MT/s (OC), enhanced by MSI’s exclusive Memory Boost and SMT welding technology. This results in faster data processing, reduced latency, and higher bandwidth, whether you're gaming, streaming, or creating. Advanced cooling features such as the extended heatsinks and MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK help maintain optimal temperatures under pressure.
The MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI is also packed with premium features to elevate your gaming experience. Audio Boost 5 delivers studio-grade sound for immersive gameplay, while Mystic Light lets you customize RGB lighting across millions of color combinations. With support for PCIe 5.0 graphics and NVMe storage, four M.2 slots, RAID support, and multiple USB Type-C ports up to 40Gbps, you’re ready to tackle the most intensive games and workloads. Whether you’re building your first PC or upgrading to a high-performance AMD Ryzen system, this motherboard provides a rock-solid foundation for your next-gen setup.
FEATURES:
| Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Desktop Processors | |
| Supports DDR5 Memory, Dual Channel DDR5 8400+ MT/s (OC) | |
| Ultra Performance | 14+2+1 Duet Rail Power System, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost |
| Frozr Guard | Extended Heatsink, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK |
| EZ DIY | EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, EZ M.2 Clip II, EZ PCIe Release and EZ Antenna |
| Lightning Fast Game experience | PCIe 5.0 slot, Lightning Gen 5 x4 M.2 |
| Ultra Connect | USB4 and 5G LAN with Wi-Fi 7 Solution - the latest solution for professional and multimedia use |
| Audio Boost 5 | Reward your ears with studio-grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience |
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
| CPU | Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000/ 8000/ 7000 Series Desktop Processors |
| Chipset | AMD X870E |
| Memory Support | DDR5 8400 - 5600 (OC) MT/s / 5600 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s |
| Memory Channel | Dual |
| DIMM Slots | 4 |
| Max Memory Support | 256GB |
| PCI-E x16 | 3 |
| PCI-E x1 | 1 |
| SATA 6G | 4 |
| M.2 Slot | 4 |
| RAID | 0/1/10 |
| LAN | 1x Realtek® 8126 5G LAN |
| Wi-Fi and Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth® 5.4, MLO, 4KQAM |
| USB | 4x USB 2.0 (Rear) 4x USB 2.0 (Front) 3x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear) 4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front) 2x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear) 1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear) 1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Front) 2x USB 40Gbps Type C (Rear) |
| Internal IO | 1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR) 2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR) 1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin) 1x CPU Fan 1x Combo Fan (Pump_Sys Fan) 6x System Fan 1x EZ Conn-header (JAF_2) 2x Front Panel (JFP) 1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI) 1x Front Audio (JAUD) 3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2) 1x RGB LED connector(JRGB) 1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0) 4x USB 2.0 ports 4x USB 5Gbps Type A ports 1x USB 20Gbps Type C ports |
| Audio ports | Realtek® ALC4080 Codec |
| HDMI | 1 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Operating System | Support for Windows® 11 64-bit |
| Dimensions | 24.38 x 30.48 cm |
WHAT'S IN THE BOX:
- MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI AM5 ATX DDR5 Gaming Motherboard - Black x1
- EZ Wi-Fi Antenna x1
- EZ M.2 Clip II x1
- EZ M.2 Clip II Remover x1
- M.2 Plate Screw
- 1 to 3 EZ Conn-Cable (V2) x1
- USB Drive x1
- SATA cables x2
- EZ Front Panel Cable x1
- Quick Install Guide x1
Manufacturer Technical Data
| Product Spec Sheet | Not available for this product |
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