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ATX motherboard in dark finish with silver heatsinks and a Ryzen 5 5500 processor in the socket

MSI

MSI X570-A PRO AMD motherboard with Ryzen 5 5500

SKU CH-EPCN-Z0WF9

AMD X570 ATX board with Ryzen 5 5500 six-core CPU, four DDR4 slots up to 128 GB, PCIe 4.0 x16, dual M.2, six SATA 6 Gb/s, Realtek 1 GbE and 7.1 audio

  • ProcessorRyzen 5000 Series
  • ChipsetAMD X570
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR4)
  • Supported memory3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors support DDR4 4400/ 4266/ 4133/
  • Max supported RAM128 GB
  • AM4 socket fits Ryzen 5000 series CPUs directly
  • X570 chipset enables PCIe 4.0 x16 slot for high-speed graphics
  • Four DDR4 slots support up to 128GB dual-channel memory
  • Realtek ALC1220 codec delivers 7.1-channel high-definition audio
  • Two M.2 Key M slots accept PCIe 4.0 x4 storage drives

Combo foundation

This bundle pairs an X570 chipset board with a Ryzen 5 5500 six-core processor for Socket AM4. The board runs DDR4 memory across four slots and tops out at 128 GB in dual-channel mode. A 65 W thermal design keeps the CPU cool under everyday workloads.

Target fit

Builders who want PCIe 4.0 graphics and M.2 support on a proven platform will find the combination ready for gaming or content creation. Systems that require integrated graphics must choose a different processor because the 5500 lacks an onboard GPU.

Build notes

Standard ATX mounting points and clearly labelled headers make assembly straightforward for first-time builders. The HDMI 1.4 port only functions with APUs, so a discrete graphics card is mandatory for this CPU.

How it compares

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Price $303.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product linePRO
Model nameX570-A PRO
Processor
ProcessorRyzen 5000 Series
ChipsetAMD X570
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR4)
Supported memory3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors support DDR4 4400/ 4266/ 4133/ 4000/ 3866/ 3733/ 3600/ 3466/ 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667 MHz by A-XMP OC MODE, and 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133/ 1866 MHz by JEDEC
2nd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors, 1st and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors support DDR4 3466/ 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667 MHz by A-XMP OC MODE, and 3200/ 3066/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133/ 1866 MHz by JEDEC
Max supported RAM128 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
ECC supportNon-ECC
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports6 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slots2 x M.2 slot (Key M):
M2_1 slot (from AMD Processor)
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen)
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen / Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics)
Supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
M2_2 slot (from AMD X570 Chipset)
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC1220
Sound channels7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerRealtek RTL8111H
Maximum network speed1 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
PCIe 4.0 x16 slots1 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCIE_1)
- 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode
- 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen support PCIe 3.0 x16 mode
- Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics support PCIe 3.0 x8 mode
1 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCIE_3, supports x4 mode)
PCIe x1 slots3 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots*
* The speeds may vary for different devices
Rear panel ports1 x Flash BIOS Button
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
1 x LAN (RJ45) port
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A port
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C port
5 x OFC audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
Onboard USB headers2 x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 × 8-pin ATX 12 V power connector
1 × 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
More details
LightingRGB

Questions about this item

Does the Ryzen 5 5500 include integrated graphics for the HDMI port?

The Ryzen 5 5500 does not have integrated graphics, so the HDMI 1.4 port on the motherboard will not output video. A discrete graphics card is required for display output.

What is the maximum memory capacity and speed supported by this board with the included CPU?

The board supports up to 128GB of DDR4 across four slots. With the Ryzen 5 5500, speeds up to 4400 MHz are possible via A-XMP OC mode, while JEDEC standard speeds reach 3200 MHz.

How many M.2 drives can I install and what speeds do they run at with this processor?

Two M.2 Key M slots are available. With the Ryzen 5 5500, the primary slot runs at PCIe 4.0 x4 speeds, while the second slot operates at PCIe 3.0 x4 speeds.

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