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ASUS ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI AMD Motherboard with Ryzen 9 9900X CPU

SKU CH-36YA-VXEDN

AM5 motherboard bundled with a 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X CPU, DDR5 memory support, dual USB4, 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb LAN, WiFi 7, and four M.2 slots

  • CPU socketAM5
  • ChipsetAMD X870
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memoryDDR5 4400
  • Max supported RAM256 GB
  • 12 cores and 24 threads handle heavy creative workloads
  • 16+2+2 teamed power stages deliver stable CPU power
  • Dual USB4 ports enable fast peripheral connectivity
  • 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb Ethernet plus WiFi 7 provide flexible networking
  • Four M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support high-speed storage

ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI combo for creators

The ASUS ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI motherboard paired with the Ryzen 9 9900X CPU targets professional content creators and AI developers. The AM5 platform supports Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors with 12 cores and 24 threads. Dual USB4 ports, 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb Ethernet, and WiFi 7 provide high-throughput connectivity for demanding workflows.

Sustained load behaviour with 16+2+2 power stages

The 16+2+2 teamed power stages with ProCool II connectors deliver stable current during extended rendering or compute tasks. AI Cooling and AI Networking II adjust fan curves and traffic priority in real time to maintain thermal headroom. DDR5 4400 support up to 256 GB with ECC ensures data integrity for long-running workloads.

DIY-friendly installation with Q-Release mechanisms

PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Release, Q-Slide and Q-Latch allow tool-less component swaps. Q-Connector simplifies front-panel wiring and BIOS FlashBack updates firmware without a CPU installed. The second PCIe 5.0 x16 slot shares bandwidth with M.2_2, so populate slots carefully to avoid throughput loss.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model namePROART X870E-CREATOR WIFI +(R9 9900X)
Part numberPROART X870E-CREATOR WIFI +(R9 9900X)
Processor
CPU socketAM5
ChipsetAMD X870
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memoryDDR5 4400
Max supported RAM256 GB
ECC supportYes
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slotsAMD Ryzen 7000 & 8000 & 9000 Series Desktop Processors*
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)**
AMD X870 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
** PCIEX16(G5)_2 slot shares bandwidth with M.2_2.
SATA and RAID support*AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both NVMe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/10.
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not sup
Sound channels7.1 Channels
Connectivity
Maximum network speed1 x Marvell AQtion 10Gb Ethernet
1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
Wi-Fi standardBluetooth 5.4
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slotsAMD Ryzen 7000 & 8000 & 9000 Series Desktop Processors
2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (support x16 or x8/x8 modes)**
** PCIEX16(G5)_2 shares bandwidth with M.2_2 slot.
PCIe 4.0 x16 slotsAMD X870 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
Onboard USB headers1 x USB 20 Gbit/s connector (supports USB Type-C)
1 x USB 5 Gbit/s header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support 6 additional USB 2.0 ports
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin Main Power connector
2 × 8-pin +12 V CPU Power connector
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
More details
BIOS256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

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Questions about this item

Will the Ryzen 9 9900X run at its 5.6 GHz max boost on this board without extra cooling?

The board uses 16+2+2 teamed power stages and ProCool II connectors designed for high current, but sustained 5.6 GHz boost depends on your CPU cooler and case airflow.

Can I install four DDR5 modules and still reach 5600 MT/s with the 9900X?

The CPU spec lists DDR5-5600 support; the board validates up to 4400 MT/s natively and higher via EXPO, but four-slot loads often require manual tuning to hold 5600 MT/s stable.

Does the second PCIe 5.0 x16 slot stay at x16 if I populate both M.2_1 and M.2_2 with PCIe 5.0 drives?

PCIEX16(G5)_2 shares bandwidth with M.2_2; using a PCIe 5.0 drive in M.2_2 reduces that slot to x8 electrical width.

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