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Compact Mini ITX motherboard in dark finish with large integrated heatsinks and I/O shield

ASUS

ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI AMD motherboard & Ryzen 5 9600X combo

SKU CH-49GM-VRHBP

A compact AM5 motherboard paired with a six-core Ryzen 5 9600X, supporting DDR5 up to 8400 MT/s, PCIe 5.0 M.2, 2.5 Gbps LAN and WiFi 7

  • ChipsetAMD X870
  • Form factorMini ITX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memoryDDR5 4400
  • Max supported RAM96 GB
  • ECC supportNon-ECC

Model ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI

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CPU + Ryzen 5 9600X

  • Ready for advanced AI PCs with power and connectivity for demanding AI applications
  • AMD AM5 socket supports Ryzen 7000 8000 and 9000 series desktop processors
  • Intelligent control via AI Overclocking AI Cooling II AI Networking and AEMP simplifies setup
  • Robust 10+2+1 power solution rated for 110A per stage with ProCool II connectors
  • Optimised thermal design with massive heatsinks integrated I/O cover and L-shaped backplate

Combo for compact AI-ready builds

This bundle pairs the ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI motherboard with an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X processor. The Mini-ITX board targets small-form-factor systems that still demand high-end connectivity and overclocking headroom. It suits enthusiasts building a powerful workstation or gaming rig inside a compact chassis.

PCIe 5.0 x16 and M.2 limits depend on CPU generation

With a Ryzen 9000 or 7000 series chip the board delivers one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one M.2 2280 slot at PCIe 5.0 x4. Ryzen 8000 series processors drop the primary slot to PCIe 4.0 x8 or x4 and the M.2 to PCIe 4.0 x4. Two SATA 6Gb/s ports remain available regardless of the installed CPU.

10+2+1 power stages at 110A

The VRM uses massive heatsinks, an integrated I/O cover and an L-shaped backplate to handle multi-core loads. Wi-Fi 7 2x2 and 2.5Gbps LAN provide modern wireless and wired throughput. Onboard headers include 4-pin CPU fan, AIO pump and chassis fan connectors plus a USB4 Type-C front-panel connector for 10Gbps external devices.

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Price $870.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI+R5 9600X
Processor
ChipsetAMD X870
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memoryDDR5 4400
Max supported RAM96 GB
ECC supportNon-ECC
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports2 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slotsAMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280(supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors*
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280(supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
AMD X870 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4)
*** Install ROG FPS Card to support 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.
SATA and RAID support* AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Bluetooth supportv5.4***
*** The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slotsAMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
PCIe 4.0 x16 slotsAMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)
USB 3.0 portsUSB4
Onboard USB headersUSB
1 x USB 10 Gbit/s connector (supports USB Type-C® )
1 x USB 5 Gbit/s header support(s) 2
additional USB 5 Gbit/s ports
Size & build
Form factorMini ITX
Width and length6.7 in × 6.7 in
More details
BIOS256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

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Questions about this item

Will the included Ryzen 5 9600X work with the board straight out of the box, or is a BIOS update required first?

The ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI uses the AM5 socket and the AMD X870 chipset, which are built for Ryzen 7000, 8000 and 9000 series processors. The 9600X is a 9000 series part, so it is supported natively without a prior BIOS flash.

What is the highest DDR5 speed I can run with this CPU and motherboard combination?

With a Ryzen 9000 series processor the board supports DDR5 up to 8400+ MT/s when overclocked. The kit in the combo is rated at 6000 MT/s CL38, and the motherboard can also run AEMP profiles for automatic tuning up to the rated limit.

How many M.2 drives can I install and what speeds do the slots provide with the 9600X?

The board has two M.2 slots. With a Ryzen 9000 series CPU the primary slot runs at PCIe 5.0 x4 and the second slot runs at PCIe 4.0 x4, both in 2280 form factor and each with a dedicated heatsink.

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