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ATX motherboard in dark grey with large VRM heatsinks, four DDR5 slots, multiple M.2 covers, rear I/O shield

ASUS

ASUS TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 + Ryzen 9 9950X3D AMD motherboard combo

SKU CH-3YG3-Z90R3

X870E ATX combo pairs a Ryzen 9 9950X3D with 16+2+1 80A power stages, DDR5 up to 8000 MT/s, two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots, Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 Gbps LAN

  • CPU socketAM5
  • ChipsetAMD X870E
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memorySupports up to 8000+MT/s (OC)
  • Max supported RAM256 GB

Motherboard TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7

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CPU + R9 9950X3D

  • Stable power for heavy workloads with 16+2+1 80A power stages
  • AI tuning simplifies overclocking and cooling via ASUS AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II
  • DDR5 memory scales to 8000+ MT/s using AMD EXPO and AEMP profiles
  • Four M.2 slots including two PCIe 5.0 x4 for fastest storage
  • Wi-Fi 7 plus 2.5Gb Ethernet and dual USB4 40Gbps Type-C for high-speed connectivity

Combo purpose

The bundle pairs an ASUS TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 board with an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor on the AM5 socket. It targets builders who want a single validated kit for high-core-count workloads and gaming without mixing separate SKUs.

Upgrade path

The combination replaces older AM4 platforms or early AM5 boards that lack the 16+2+1 80A power stages and dual PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots. The jump is worth it when moving to DDR5 memory up to 8000+MT/s and USB4 40Gbps rear ports for newer peripherals.

Interface limits

PCIe 5.0 x16 and the two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots operate at full speed only with Ryzen 9000 or 7000 series CPUs; with Ryzen 8000 series the primary slot drops to PCIe 4.0 x8 and the second M.2 slot reverts to PCIe 4.0. Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gbps Ethernet provide the wireless and wired ceiling.

How it compares

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Price $1,151.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameTUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7+R9 9950 × 3D
Processor
CPU socketAM5
ChipsetAMD X870E
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memorySupports up to 8000+MT/s (OC)
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
ECC supportYes
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports4 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)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (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)
M.2_2 slot is not supported
AMD X870 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
** M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIex16(G5)_1 When M.2_2 runs at PCIe x4 mode, PCIex16(G5)_1 will run x8.
SATA and RAID supportAMD RAIDXpert2 Technology
Ryzen 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10
Ryzen 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1
Ryzen 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10
Audio & video
Sound channelsRealtek ALC1220P 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
- Audio cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/19
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 be
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slotsAMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)
PCIe 4.0 x16 slots1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
PCIe x1 slots1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin Main Power connector
2 × 8-pin +12 V CPU Power connectors
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportSupported
More details
BIOS256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

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Questions about this item

What size case and power connectors does the ATX board with 16+2+1 80A power stages require?

The motherboard uses the ATX form factor and needs two 8-pin ProCool power connectors for the CPU.

Which BIOS step is often missed when installing the Ryzen 9 9950X3D into the AM5 socket?

Updating the BIOS to a version that supports the 9000-series processor before fitting the CPU is the step most builders overlook.

Which onboard cooling parts should be checked or replaced after several years of 170 W operation?

The VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsinks, PCH heatsink and chassis fans controlled by Fan Xpert 4 should be inspected for dust and thermal-pad degradation.

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