The MEG X870E ACE MAX boasts premium aesthetics with a sleek black metal nameplate and polished gold accents, symbolizing high-quality materials and construction that evoke a sense of prestige. Constructed around the latest AMD X870E chipset which supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 series processors, featuring OC Engine, PCIe 5.0, 10G + 5G LAN, USB4, Wi-Fi 7, premium Frozr and EZ DIY design, setting a new standard for AMD X870E motherboards.
Less steps, control easily
18+2+1 Duet Rail Power System
One-click overclocking
Premium thermal design
Flawless connection and speed
New and Optimized UI / UX design
MSI's flagship MEG series exemplifies relentless innovation, continuously setting new benchmarks in the gaming hardware space. This trailblazing series employs pioneering technology to push the boundaries of gaming, consistently leading with innovations that redefine what gamers expect.
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OPTIMAL EFFICIENCY
Wavy Fin Design
Direct Touch
Cross Heat-pipe
Aluminum Cover
Double-sided
M.2 Shield Frozr
8-Layer Server Grade
with 2oz Copper PCB
18+2+1 Phases Design
9W/mK MOSFET Thermal Pads
OC Engine
Metal Backplate
Enlarged PCH Heatsink
PCIe Supplemental Power
HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION
Dual USB 40G Type-C
10G + 5G LAN
Full-Speed Wi-Fi 7
Quintuple M.2 Slots
with Gen 5 Solution
Latest DDR5 Memory
Front USB 20G Type-C
with 60W PD
Lightning Gen 5
PCIe Slots
EFFORTLESS ASSEMBLY
Pre-Installed I/O Shield
Clear CMOS &
Flash BIOS &
Smart Button
EZ Antenna
EZ Magnetic
M.2 Shield Frozr II
EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II
EZ M.2 Clip II
64MB BIOS ROM
EZ Digi-Debug LED
EZ Conn Design
EZ PCIe Release
Steel Armor II
Ready for AI PC
MSI motherboards are designed with advanced hardware and technology, well-supporting the demanding computing usage of gaming and AI. Moreover, we also introduce AI to MSI Center and BIOS, making everything more effortless than before.
AI Engine
provides several categories for you to sync the applications you want to perform and automatically optimizing them to create a comfortable environment.
AI LAN MANAGER
optimizes networking performance and minimizes latency, providing a seamless online experience.
Frozr AI Cooling
automatically adjusts fan duty to make sure the system stays in cool, stable and high performance.
AI Boost
is an MSI exclusive feature. It overclocks NPU to improve higher AI performance.
EZ DIY
- ONE-FINGER
- ONE HAND
- ONE STEP
- ONE GLANCE
- EZ PCIE RELEASE
- EZ M.2 INSTALLATION
- EZ BUTTON
- EZ Switch
An easy-to-access physical button release mechanism that can help remove any PCIe card with a single tap, making it much easier to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device, streamlining the entire process and enhancing user experience.
Carefully developed by MSI, allows SSD installation and removal without the need for screws, greatly enhancing convenience.
MSI’s exclusive EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II and EZ M.2 CLIP II make M.2 installation seamless. Insert the SSD card into the slot and press it down to lock it in place with the clip. As fasten the SSD, flick the clip outwards and then the SSD is removed. The process is smooth, and you don’t need to use your tools like before. One finger can give you perfect DIY experience.
Introducing MSI’s EZ M.2 CLIP II Remover, a handy tool designed to simply switching or repositioning the EZ M.2 CLIP II on your motherboard. This tool allows users to effortlessly detach the EZ M.2 CLIP II from the motherboard and reattach it to any desired M.2 slot. It is included in the accessory kit that comes with MSI motherboards.
MORE FOR DIY FRIENDLY
CPU and memory not required. Leam more
EZ Switch
Dual BIOS Switch
Switching to backup BIOS ROM in one second while the main BIOS ROM got wrong.
EZ LED Switch
Tuning off all LEDs connected to motherboard by just one click.
- METEL BACKPLATE
- PRE-INSTALLED I/O SHIELD
- EZ Mounting
The heavy metal backplate not only cools down your MOSFET with dedicated thermal pad, but also strengthens the motherboard, protects components, and prevents PCB bending, making installation more convenient.
- Dedicated Thermal Pad
- Heavy Metal Design
The Pre-Installed I/O Shield offers a streamlined and hassle-free installation experience by eliminating the need to manually fit the I/O shield during motherboard setup. With its built-in design, it ensures proper alignment and a secure fit, providing both protection and convenience while enhancing the overall durability of your build.
EZ MOUNTING
MSI motherboards circuitry ensure the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean. Moreover, the protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being scratched or damaged to the motherboard.
Avoid Collision Notification
Keep Out Zone
Double ESD Protection
- EZ Antenna
- Direct OC Jumper
- EZ CONN-DESIGN JAF2
- EZ Front Panel Cable
- EZ Driver Installation
MSI EZ Antenna makes the process effortless by simply attaching fasteners to the motherboard without rotation.
The onboard dual 2-pin Direct OC Jumper enables simplified overclocking, allows for seamless, precise BCLK adjustments directly from your operating system. it’s even support greater customization in the BIOS settings that enabling to change clock increments with each click.
*Pin-Header accessories is not included with the motherboard.
MSI's EZ Conn header (JAF_2) allows users to easily connect MSI EZ series fans (7 pin) or MSI liquid cooling (11 pin). If you don't have the above products, we also provide a 1 to 3 EZ Conn-Cable, enabling you to connect ARGB light, system fan and USB device.
ARGB + SYS FAN + USB
MSI LIQUID COOLING
MSI EZ SERIES FAN
This cable takes care of the tedious part of the build process, makes motherboard front panel connections quickly and accurately.
MSI Driver Utility Installer automatically detects and presents suitable drivers and utilities once connected to the internet, install them with just a few clicks. Learn more
USB Drive includes the utilities and drivers for setup process. It can also be the USB drive to store BIOS files for BIOS update.
- EZ DEBUG
- EZ Identify
EZ DEBUG LED
Onboard LEDs will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
EZ DIGI-DEBUG LED
Displays the error code for troubleshooting. Also functions as temperature monitor!
EZ MEMORY DETECTION LED
This LED lights up when it detects faulty memory in slots, eliminating guesswork from troubleshooting.
ULTRA PERFORMANCE
- Power Solution
- memory
- PROTECTION
- ULTRA POWER +
- OC Engine
- PCB DESIGN
- EZ OC TUNING
- MORE FOR PERFORMANCE
Unleash and sustain the maximum performance with a flagship VRM design built with a total of 18+2+1 digital power phases. Combining dual 8 pin power connectors and 110A Smart Power Stage, MEG X870E ACE MAX is ready for the challenge of high-end processors.
18
PHASE
2
PHASE
1
PHASE
CPU Power
Core Boost
Digital Power
OC Engine is a dedicated chip that enables independent Base Clock (BCLK) control for precise tuning through asynchronous mode in MSI BIOS. It boosts performance by up to 15% while keeping iGPU, memory, PCIe and NVMe stable, giving enthusiasts more headroom for record-breaking overclocks.
*Ryzen 7 9800X3D in-game performance. Actual performance gains may vary by platform.
Dedicated Overclocking Chip
A chip designed purely for performance.
Independent BCLK Control
Adjust clocks without affecting other parts.
Better Overclocking Potential
More headroom for extreme tuning.
Rock-Solid System Stability
Stable performance even under pressure.
MSI utilizes PCB Fabric Technology to enhance signal performance, resulting in higher bandwidth and faster data transfer while minimizing signal loss. The PCB Fabric Technology also offers better impedance control and improved thermal stability, allowing the boards to endure demanding conditions. Due to the high-quality materials used, MSI motherboards are highly reliable and well-suited for the requirements of modern technology.
- 8 PCB Layers
- PCB Fabric Peak
With the rich features of MSI BIOS, you can easily enjoy the powerful performance that overclocking brings.
MSI exclusive Performance Preset is a more intuitive way to boost performance by setting the power limitation as your preference. There are two level setting – PBO Auto & PBO Enable.
Performance Switch combines the benefits of AMD default PBO(Precision Boost Overdrive) and MSI’s own OC settings, provides higher CPU performance in both status of single-core and multi-core. This is for users who dare for the maximum performance.
MSI PBO Thermal profiles are setting maximum CPU temperature at 85°C, 75°C and 65°C levels. With the thermal profiles, the CPU operates at lower voltage and temperature but remaining the same performance.
Config TDP is designed to provide ECO Mode (65W) or different TDP (PPT/TDC/EDC) settings for advanced users. By offering several profiles for different TDP settings in Click BIOS X, Config TDP makes setting TDP profiles easier and don’t need to modify settings manually for each TDP.
These rich features also help the motherboard deliver stable and powerful performance.
MORE FOR PERFORMANCE
- DDR5
- memory support stand
- HIGH-EFFICIENCY MODE
- Latency Killer
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MEG X870E ACE MAX is ready to deliver the world-class memory performance.
*Memory compatibility and supported speeds can vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration.
The metal backplate cools down your motherboard, while the dedicated sunken design strengthens the memory slot area to prevent PCB bending and to protect surrounding components.
The High-Efficiency Mode is designed to optimize memory performance by increasing memory bandwidth and reducing latency. With the four sets of RAM timing settings, it allows users to find out the optimal configuration based on the quality of their memory modules.
Latency Killer
MSI BIOS has introduced the latest Latency Killer feature on all AM5 socket motherboards. Users can enable Latency Killer in the BIOS to reduce memory latency by up to 12% when running at high frequencies. Importantly, it is compatible with a wide range of memory overclocking features, including Memory Try It!!, EXPO, A-XMP, and High-Efficiency Mode, etc.
UP TO 12% Memory latency Reduction
*Supports BIOS versions after AGESA 1.2.0.2b.
- TVS
- SOLID PIN DESIGN
- STAINLESS STEEL IO
- OCP Protection
- GROUNDING STRUCTURE
Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are safety devices used to protect against excessive voltage. All motherboard models of MSI are equipped with TVS. When the voltage abnormally rises, the TVS switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state, diverting the excessive voltage to ground. This helps prevent circuit damage caused by high voltage.
The 4-pin, 8-pin, and 24-pin power connectors of MSI motherboards are all designed with solid pins. The solid pin design allows for a more stable transmission of 12V power to the CPU, even when handling high current loads.
Advantages of Solid Pin Power connector
- Improved stability : Larger contact area enhances stability during power delivery.
- Low impedance : Solid pins offer low impedance, enabling efficient power flow.
- Strong durability : The solid pin design ensures strong durability, capable of withstanding demanding conditions.
- Suitable for high-current applications.
An extra layer of sponge materials along with corrosive resistance IO Shield to help improve static electricity and reduce electromagnetic radiation noise from the system as well as much more durable compare to traditional IO Shields.
* The image above is an illustrative reference. Please refer to specification pages for more details.
MSI motherboards prioritize safety with the embedded Overcurrent Protection (OCP), ensuring crucial components such as the USB ports, DDR memory, PWM IC, and CPU are shielded from excessive current. This proactive defense mechanism curtails the risk of damage or malfunction due to power surges, promoting long-term system stability. This commitment to safeguarding your hardware underscores MSI's dedication to producing motherboards that prioritize durability and stability.
The grounding structure of power phases is the MSI's exclusive design. This patented design enables to suppress the electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by the power phases and helps to efficiently conduct heat to the copper plane with grounding properties.
FROZR DESIGN
TRILINK
- networking
- storage
- Expansion
- FLAWLESS CONNECTION
- WIFI 7 Solution
- AI Lan Manager
MSI's premium network solution provides incredible data transfer speed for demanding users.
10G LAN
5G LAN
Wi-Fi 7
EZ Antenna with Magnetic Stand
Wi-Fi 7 is the latest wireless solution that takes a huge leap forward with multiple improvements to meet the traffic demand brought and the growing number of wireless devices.
*Windows 11 compatibility only
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) introduced higher speeds, wider channels, improved efficiency, and reduced latency over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). It also improved battery life and provided better performance in crowded environments.
The Wi-Fi 7 provides maximum speeds to a whopping 5.8 Gbps! 2.4 times faster than previous Wi-Fi 6/6E standards, Wi-Fi 7 is set to be the wireless standard of the future.
Previous Wi-Fi generations have had to make do with 160MHz channel widths. Wi-Fi 7 brings this width up to 320MHz (on 6GHz) – ensuring better reliability during simultaneous transmissions at max speeds.
The higher QAM(Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) value, the more data each packet can carry. Wi-Fi 7 improves the modulation scheme from 1024-QAM to 4096-QAM – boosting peak transmission rates and network capacity.
Wi-Fi 7 enables devices to simultaneously send and receive data across several frequency bands and channels to meet the traffic demand brought and the growing number of wireless devices.
MSI AI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.
MSI AI LAN MANAGER
- Automatically prioritizes games above other applications
- Allows to change applications' traffic priority
- Allows to customize bandwidth for each application
- Analysis Wi-Fi signals to select the best source.
- STORAGE
MSI MEG series motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Start games faster, load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies.
2x
3x
- 64MB BIOS
- LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E
- LANES OPTIMIZED
- PCIe SUPPLEMENTAL POWER
- USB4
- SUPER CHARGER +
64MB BIOS
A larger BIOS ROM capacity allows users to enjoy the most complete and feature-rich BIOS interface when using their CPU. Even when upgrading to the latest AM5 CPUs in the future, full compatibility will still be ensured.
LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E
Doubling over the previous generation, the bandwidth of a x16 interface can reach 128GB/s.
SMT PCIE 5.0 SLOT
The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCIE slot diminish interference and electrical noise, fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal.
1.2X WEIGHT ENDURANCE
Steel Armor II
Compared to the previous generation, Steel Armor II's weight endurance has increased by 21%, ensuring excellent signal transmission quality.
MSI motherboards fully utilize native CPU PCIe 5.0 lanes with optimized lane bifurcation, allowing the Gen 5 x16 slot and dual Gen 5 M.2 connectors to operate independently, eliminating bandwidth conflicts and unlocking maximum performance for both GPUs and SSDs.
Direct PCIe Gen5 from CPU
Full Bandwidth without Split
Optimized PCIe Lane Bifurcation
Up to 24 native PCIe 5.0 Lanes From Ryzen 9000 & 7000 CPUs
PCIe 5.0 x4 for M.2 SSD
PCIe 5.0 x16 for GPU
PCIe 5.0 x4 for M.2 SSD
The exclusive Supplemental PCIe Power connector provides dedicated power for the high-power demands of GPUs used in AI computing and gaming, ensuring stable, efficient, and sustained performance.Learn more about chassis compatbility.
The MSI motherboards incorporate the latest USB4 technology, offering users the full range of benefits.
Transfer rate of up to 40Gbps
Transfers large files faster than before
Multiple device connectivity
Enables to connect multiple devices through a single port
Dynamic bandwidth sharing
Allows simultaneous transfer of data, images and videos and so on
Super Charger + makes fast charging (PD 60W) available on the dedicated front USB port for your PD-compatible devices. Besides charging efficiency optimization, it monitors USB output power, voltage and current in real-time.
* Without connecting 6-pin power to PSU, the Type-C connector only supports up to 27W.
Experience
- audio
- AUDIO BOOST 5 HD
- ISOLATED ANALOGY STRUCTURE
Audio Boost HD
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HIGH QUALITY AUDIO CAPACITORS
A high fidelity sound experience with exceptional acoustics and realism for studio level headphones is ensured.
-
ESS AUDIO DAC
Recreates the optimal natural analogue sound with ultra-low distortion to ensure a perfect, realistic display of sound.
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DEDICATED HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
A dedicated headphone amplifier can drive audiophile headphones with up to 600Ω impedance
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HIGH DEFINITION ALC4082 AUDIO PROCESSOR
From HD-A to USB Interface, twice the DAC format from 32-bit/192kHz to 32-bit/384kHz, deliver the highest sound quality.
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ISOLATED AUDIO SIGNAL
Like a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits have been laid on a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated, and with the use of separated layers in the PCB for left and right audio channel for pristine sound quality.
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GOLDEN AUDIO JACKS WITH S/PDIF
Keep your sound perfect by transmit your audio with pure digital signal
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DE-POP PROTECTION
The De-pop circuit protects your ears by eliminating those annoying loud popping sounds when you plug/unplug devices or turn your PC on/off.
To provide clear voice, MSI develops a unique structure – Isolated Analogy Structure. The external metal framework of the audio connectors is separated from the internal layout, which ensures the sound quality crisp.
* The image above is an illustrative reference. Please refer to specification pages for more details.
BUILD FOR THE MOST ADVANCED PC FOR GAMING AND CREATING
When only the fastest will do, an AMD X800-series motherboard delivers. With USB 4.0 onboard along with robust overclocking1 capabilities, featuring faster dual-channel DDR5 memory support, AMD EXPO™ technology and PCIe® 5.0 support for both graphics and NVMe, you can play the most demanding games and deliver your biggest projects with the revolutionary performance of an AMD X800-series motherboard and AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors.
- Overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors and memory, including without limitation, altering clock frequencies / multipliers or memory timing / voltage, to operate outside of AMD’s published specifications will void any applicable AMD product warranty, even when enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. This may also void warranties offered by the system manufacturer or retailer. Users assume all risks and liabilities that may arise out of overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors, including, without limitation, failure of or damage to hardware, reduced system performance and/or data loss, corruption or vulnerability. GD-106.
© 2024 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, Radeon, Ryzen and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other product names used in this publication are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.
MEG X870E ACE MAX
- Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Desktop Processors
- Supports DDR5 Memory, Dual Channel DDR5 9000+ MT/s (OC)
- Ultra Performance: 18+2+1 Duet Rail Power System, 110A SPS, OC Engine, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost, 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server-grade level material.
- Frozr Guard: Wavy fin design, Direct Touch Cross Heat-pipe, MOSFET Baseplate, 9W/mK thermal pads, Double-Sided M.2 Shield Frozr and Frozr AI software ensure the utmost performance with low temperature.
- EZ DIY: EZ PCIe Release, EZ Magnetic M.2 Shield Frozr II, EZ M.2 Clip II, EZ Antenna and EZ Conn-Design.
- Ultra Connect: 10G LAN + 5G LAN, Full-speed Wi-Fi 7 Solution, USB4 and 64MB BIOS ROM - The latest solution for professional and multimedia use, delivering secure, stable, and high-speed networking and data transmission.
- Lightning Fast Game Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Onboard 5x M.2 Connectors with Lightning Gen 5 Solution, Front USB 20G with 60W USB Power Delivery.
- Audio Boost 5 HD: Ultimate audio solution with latest premium ALC4082 audio processor combining ESS audio DAC and amplifier deliver the breathtaking experience.
