MSI has released its top-tier AMD motherboard, the MEG X870E GODLIKE, available for approximately $1,279 USD. The motherboard features a 10-layer printed circuit board (PCB) with 2-ounce copper for enhanced electrical performance. It is equipped with a 24+2+1 phase Duet Rail power supply and a 110A SPS DrMOS system to ensure stable power delivery. The MEG X870E GODLIKE supports DDR5 memory with overclocking capabilities up to 9000 MHz, suitable for high-performance computing.
The motherboard provides extensive expansion options, including two full-length PCIe 5.0 slots and one PCIe 4.0×4 slot, with bandwidth managed by the chipset. For storage, there are two PCIe 5.0 and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 slots, plus an M.2 expansion card that adds two more PCIe 5.0 slots. Additionally, four SATA III interfaces are available for traditional storage devices. Network connectivity includes Marvell AQC113CS 10GbE and Realtek RTL8126 5GbE wired network cards, offering one 10Gbps and one 5Gbps RJ45 network port. Wireless connectivity is supported through Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
The rear input/output (I/O) panel of the MEG X870E GODLIKE includes two USB4 40Gbps ports, five USB-C 10Gbps ports, eight USB-A 10Gbps ports, an S/PDIF audio output, a pair of 3.5mm audio jacks, and a BIOS flashing hardware button.
The front I/O panel offers four USB 2.0 ports, four USB-A 5Gbps ports, one USB-C 10Gbps port, and one USB-C 20Gbps port. Additional features include the Dynamic Dashboard III, a 3.99-inch LCD screen located near the memory slots, and the EZ Control Hub with adjustable right edge interfaces. Some front panel ports can be moved to an independent control box at the back, allowing for better customization and accessibility.
