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Black ATX motherboard with back-connect layout, silver heatsinks, four DDR5 slots, CPU socket, M.2 covers, rear I/O shield

MSI

MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI PZ AMD motherboard & Ryzen 5 9600X combo

SKU CH-7664-1637M

AM5 motherboard and Ryzen 5 9600X combo with back-connect layout, PCIe 5.0 graphics and M.2 slots, four M.2 connectors, 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and USB 40G

  • CPU socketAM5
  • ChipsetAMD X870E
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Max supported RAM256 GB
  • Memory channelsDual Channel

CPU +Ryzen 5 9600X

  • Cleaner front view and easier cable management with back-connect design
  • Faster future CPU upgrades supported by 64MB BIOS ROM
  • Maximum CPU performance unlocked through OC Engine clock generator
  • Lightning-fast 40Gbps transfer speed via built-in USB 4 port
  • Effortless graphics card swaps with EZ PCIe Release button

Combo platform

The MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI PZ motherboard paired with a Ryzen 5 9600X delivers an AM5 foundation for gaming and content creation. The X870E chipset enables dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 256 GB across four slots. A 64 MB BIOS ROM provides headroom for future processor support. This combination suits builders who want current-generation performance with upgrade flexibility.

Back-connect build

Connectors sit on the rear of the board to simplify cable routing and present a tidy front profile. Four SATA 6Gb/s ports and four M.2 connectors accept 2280 and 22110 devices. Two CPU-linked M.2 slots run at PCIe 5.0 x4 while a chipset slot runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot includes a push-button release for graphics card changes.

Sustained throughput

A 5 Gbps LAN port and Wi-Fi 7 with a 320 MHz channel maintain high network throughput during long sessions. The Realtek ALC4080 codec supplies 7.1-channel audio at 32-bit/384 kHz. Lightning USB 40G delivers 40 Gbps via a built-in USB 4 port. RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 are available for NVMe arrays when a Ryzen 9000 series processor is installed.

How it compares

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Price $657.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMAG X870E TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI PZ+R5 9600X
Model nameMAG X870E TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI PZ+R5 9600X
Processor
CPU socketAM5
ChipsetAMD X870E
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
ECC supportNon-ECC
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slotsM.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280 devices
M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_4 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_1 slot (From CPU)
- Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 (For Ryzen 9000/ 7000 Series processors)
- Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen 8000 Series processors)
M.2_2 slot (From CPU)
- Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 (For Ryzen 9000/ 7000 Series processors)
- Supports up
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC4080 Codec
7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio
Supports up to 32-bit/384 kHz playback on front panel
Supports S/PDIF output
Sound channels7.1 Channels
Connectivity
Maximum network speed5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 be
Bluetooth support5.4
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slotsPCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
PCI_E1 slot
- Supports PCIe 5.0 x16 (For Ryzen 9000/ 7000 Series processors)
- Supports PCIe 4.0 x8 (For Ryzen 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors)
- Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (For Ryzen 8500/ 8300 Series processor)
PCIe x4 slotsPCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
PCIe x1 slotsPCI_E2 Gen PCIe 3.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset)
Onboard USB headers4 x USB 2.0 ports
4 x USB 5 Gbit/s Type A ports
1 x USB 20 Gbit/s Type C ports
Power
Power connectors1 x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
2 x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
1 x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin)
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in

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Questions about this item

What is the maximum DDR5 memory capacity the board can address?

The motherboard supports up to 256 GB of DDR5 across four 288-pin slots running in dual-channel mode.

How loud or hot does the VRM area get during an all-day workload?

The board uses an extended heatsink with heat-pipe and MOSFET thermal pads designed to keep VRM temperatures low under continuous load; fan headers allow active cooling if needed.

Which CPU cooler mounting pattern must my cooler already support for this AM5 socket?

AM5 retains the AM4 mounting hole spacing, so any cooler certified for AM4 or AM5 will attach without extra brackets.

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