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MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE AMD motherboard & Ryzen 7 9700X CPU combo

SKU CH-4AVH-7T3FD

A premium AM5 motherboard and 8-core 16-thread Ryzen 7 9700X CPU bundle with DDR5 support to 9000 MT/s, 7 M.2 slots, dual Thunderbolt 4, 10G and 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and a 3.99-inch monitoring LCD

  • CPU socketAM5
  • ChipsetAMD X870E
  • Form factorExtended ATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memory4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256 GB Memory Support
  • Max supported RAM256 GB
  • Real-time monitoring on a 3.99-inch LCD dashboard
  • Clean build with consolidated front-panel, fan and ARGB headers
  • 26+2+1+1 DRPS power delivery rated at 110A for maximum CPU performance
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports at 40Gb/s with 8K display support
  • 10G and 5G LAN plus WIFI 7 with 320MHz channel

Combo Overview

This bundle pairs the MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard with an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X processor. The CPU delivers 8 cores and 16 threads on Zen 5 architecture with a 5.5 GHz max boost clock. The board uses the AM5 socket and X870E chipset in an Extended ATX layout. It targets enthusiasts building a high-end desktop for gaming and content creation.

Build Integration

The board requires DDR5 memory across four slots, supporting up to 256 GB at speeds from 4800 to 9000 MT/s. It provides two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot for graphics and add-in cards. Seven M.2 sockets accept 2280 and 2260 drives, with two running at PCIe 5.0 speeds. The EZ Link system consolidates front-panel, fan and ARGB headers into a single bridge for cleaner cable routing.

Target Audience

Builders who want integrated 10 Gbps and 5 Gbps LAN, WIFI 7 with a 320 MHz channel, and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports at 40 Gbps will benefit. The 3.99-inch Dynamic Dashboard III LCD offers real-time monitoring and BIOS updates. Users needing ECC memory support, a smaller form factor, or a lower-tier chipset should look at alternative platforms.

How it compares

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Price $1,344.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMEG X870E GODLIKE+R7 9700X
Model nameMEG X870E GODLIKE+R7 9700X
Processor
CPU socketAM5
ChipsetAMD X870E
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memory4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256 GB
Memory Support DDR5 9000–5600 (OC) MT/s / 5600–4800 (JEDEC) MT/s
Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors max. overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 8400+ MT/s
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s
• 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4800+ MT/s
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slots7x M.2
M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 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 22110/2280 devices
M.2_4 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x2 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_5 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
4x SATA 6G
M.2_1 Source (via M.2 XPANDER-Z SLIDER GEN5) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280 devices
M.2_2 Source (via M.2 XPANDER-Z SLIDER GEN5) supports up to PCI
SATA and RAID supportSupports RAID 0, RAID 1 and Raid 10 for SATA storage devices
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and Raid 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC4082+ESS ES9280AQ
Sound channelsRealtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS9219Q Combo DAC/HPA
7.1-Channel USB High-Performance Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerAQC113+ Realtek 8125BG
Maximum network speed1x Marvell® AQC113CS 10 Gbit/s LAN
1x Realtek® 8126 5 Gbit/s LAN
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 be
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots2 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
PCIe x4 slots1 x PCI Express x4
PCI slots2x PCI-E x16 slot
1x PCI-E x4 slot
PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x8 (From CPU)
PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
PCI_E1 & PCI_E2 slots
• Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16/ x0 or x8/ x8 (For Ryzen™9000/ 7000 Series processors)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x8/ x0 (For Ryzen™ 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4/ x0 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processors)
PCI_E3 slot
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
Size & build
Form factorExtended ATX
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportSupported

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Questions about this item

How many DRPS power phases does the board use and what is their rated current?

The board uses a 26+2+1+1 DRPS design rated at 110 A per phase for the CPU power delivery.

What is the Dynamic Dashboard III LCD size and what does it show?

A 3.99-inch LCD displays real-time hardware monitoring, troubleshooting codes, BIOS updates and custom graphics.

Which CPU cooler mounting holes does the AM5 socket use?

The AM5 socket retains the same mounting pattern as AM4, so existing coolers with AM4 brackets will fit.

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