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Black rectangular ATX motherboard with silver heatsinks and multiple expansion slots

MSI

MSI X470 GAMING PLUS MAX AMD motherboard

SKU CH-9ZZ6-81658

Socket AM4 board with AMD X470 chipset, dual-channel DDR4 up to 3466 MHz, 64 GB maximum memory, two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, six SATA III ports, 7.1-channel Realtek ALC892 audio and Gigabit LAN

  • ProcessorFirst and second generation AMD Ryzen ™ with AM4 pins/Ryzen
  • ChipsetAMD X470
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Supported memorySupport dual-channel DDR4 1866/2133/2400/2667/2800/2933/3000
  • Max supported RAM64 GB
  • PCI slots2 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (PCIE_1, PCIE_4) Ryzen ™ desktop proces
  • Supports first and second generation Ryzen processors on AM4 socket
  • Dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 3466 MHz with 64 GB maximum capacity
  • Two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots enabling x8/x8 multi-GPU configurations
  • Realtek ALC892 audio delivering 7.1 channel high-definition sound
  • Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN plus ASMedia ASM1143 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A ports

AM4 X470 ATX board for Ryzen builds

The MSI X470 GAMING PLUS MAX is a Socket AM4 motherboard based on the AMD X470 chipset. It accepts first and second generation Ryzen CPUs as well as Ryzen APUs and A-series processors. The board supports dual-channel DDR4 up to 64 GB across speeds from 1866 to 3466 MHz. It delivers a standard ATX layout with 7.1 channel audio and gigabit LAN.

Suits second-gen Ryzen owners.

This board fits owners of first and second generation Ryzen chips who want X470 features such as multi-GPU slot flexibility and extra USB 3.1 Gen2 ports. Builders planning a third generation or later Ryzen should look elsewhere because the socket and chipset do not support those processors. Users who only need basic connectivity may prefer a simpler chipset board.

X470 chipset determines CPU generation

The AMD X470 chipset locks compatibility to first and second generation Ryzen and defines the PCIe 3.0 and USB 3.1 Gen2 limits of the platform. It also sets the maximum memory capacity at 64 GB and the supported DDR4 frequency range. Choosing this board means accepting that generation boundary for the life of the system.

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Price $87.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI X470 GAMING PLUS MAX
Model nameMSI X470 GAMING PLUS MAX
Processor
ProcessorFirst and second generation AMD Ryzen ™ with AM4 pins/Ryzen ™ processors with Radeon ™ Vega graphics and AMD A series/Ryzen ™ processors
CPU socketSocket AM4
ChipsetAMD X470
Memory
Supported memorySupport dual-channel DDR4 1866/2133/2400/2667/2800/2933/3000/3066/3200/3466 MHz memory
Max supported RAM64 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support2XM.2 interface, 6xSATA III interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC892 decoding chip
7.1 channel high-quality sound effects
Supports S/PDIF output
Connectivity
Ethernet controller1 Realtek 8111H Gigabit network interface card
Ports & slots
PCI slots2 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (PCIE_1, PCIE_4)
Ryzen ™ desktop processor supports x16/x0, x8/x8 modes
Ryzen ™ Desktop Processor with Radeon Vega Graphics and A Series/Athlon ™ Supports x8/x0 Mode
1 PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE_6, supports x4 mode)
3 PCIe 2.0 x1 slots

Questions about this item

What CPU socket and cooler mounting holes do I need for this Socket AM4 board?

The board uses the AM4 socket and standard AM4 mounting holes, so any AM4-compatible cooler will fit.

Will my existing PCIe 2.0 x16 graphics card work in the PCIE_6 slot?

Yes, the PCIE_6 slot is a PCIe 2.0 x16 slot and will run a PCIe 2.0 card at its native speed.

How can I verify the Realtek ALC892 audio is active after build?

In Windows Sound control panel the device will appear as Realtek High Definition Audio with 7.1 channel options.

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