The latest X670E motherboard platform introduced a wealth of cutting-edge features to accompany AMD's latest 7-series CPUs. Headlined by PCIe 5.0 connectivity and across-the-board DDR5 support, our X670E motherboards cater to enthusiasts ready to extract every ounce of performance they can get out of their new AMD processor. Now, mainstream PC builds can get in on the action, too. Our B650E and B650 boards offer tremendous value for anyone assembling a next-gen machine. This B650 motherboard guide walks you through our different product families to help you find the model that best fits your needs and budget.

Shopping for a gaming-first motherboard that delivers exceptional performance and exudes confident style? Start with our ROG Strix lineup. From the flagship ROG Strix B650E-E Gaming WiFi to the compact-yet-mighty ROG Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi, these boards bring high-end features and sizzling good looks. Perhaps you'd prefer a straightforward gaming board that delivers essential features in a no-frills design? Check out our TUF Gaming family. Available in either ATX or micro-ATX form factors, these products deliver everything you need for a reliable gaming build and nothing that you don't.

Last week NZXT announced its high-end Z790 motherboard for Intel's upcoming 13th gen Core processors and this week, the company is following up that announcement with its first AM5 motherboard for the Ryzen 7000 series, in the shape of the N7 B650E. The board comes with either white or black shielding, although the PCB is black in both cases, as is the rear I/O cover. NZXT has gone for a mid-range feature set, with a 16+2+1 Smart Power Stage design rated at 90 A, which places it on par with ASRock's B650E Steel Legend. Speaking of ASRock, it has been NZXT's OEM in the past, but we can't find a board with the same general layout as the N7 B650E in ASRocks' lineup this time around, so this is either a proper custom design or NZXT has changed its OEM partner.

The board has one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 4.0 x16 slots, with one having four lanes of bandwidth and the other two lanes of bandwidth. The board also features three M.2 slots, one PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0, one of which is limited to two lanes of PCIe bandwidth. Other features include 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, a WiFi 6E/Bluetooth 5.2 combo module, an HDMI 2.1 port, four SATA ports and sadly what appears to be a 10 Gbps rather than a 20 Gbps USB-C port around the back. There's also a front header for another 10 Gbps USB-C port. NZXT has all the standard features you'd expect to see on a modern motherboard such as rear mounted clear CMOS and BIOS flashing buttons, debugging LEDs, albeit the basic kind and a good spread of fan headers and RGB LED connectors. A full set of audio connectors are also present and the audio chip of choice is the Realtek ALC1220. The only real hurdle for this board to become a success is going to be the price tag, as NZXT lists the board on its site for US$349.99/€429.99/£429.99, which is a very steep asking price for what's on offer here.

Leading global motherboard manufacturer, ASRock, is proud to announce its AMD B650E/B650 motherboard series. These motherboards are targeted at the mainstream AM5 segment featuring various exciting new products such as our flagship B650E Taichi, the high-end B650E Steel Legend Wi-Fi for high end market, B650E PG Riptide Wi-Fi and B650 PRO RS for mainstream users, and B650 PG Lightning a new SKU joining the Phantom Gaming family targeted the entry level market. ASRock also offers the new B650E PG-ITX WiFi for small form factor enthusiasts.

ASRock went all-out on its VRM design by creating a 24+2+1 phase Smart Power Stage (SPS) Dr.MOS on the B650E Taichi series, providing users with the most powerful AM5 platform it can offer ready to unlock maximum CPU performance. The flagship ASRock B650E Taichi motherboards are equipped with many exciting features and technologies such as PCIe 5.0 technology for graphics cards and M.2 SSDs, an incredible IO that includes the latest USB4 offering a fast and simple level of connection for work or home.

MSI, a world leading motherboard brand in high-performance and innovative computing, announces its brand new AMD B650 Series motherboards. MSI is not only tailored for enthusiast gamers, but also offers possibilities for content creation and office use. MSI is fully dedicated to all types of PC users by satisfying their needs. This time, we carefully prepared a variety of advanced technologies and exclusive features to help our customers create the most immersive experiences and maximize every ounce of performance.

"With DDR5 memory boost and an enhanced thermal design, MSI B650 Series motherboards are built to fully support the performance and capabilities of AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors," said David McAfee, Corporate Vice President and General Manager, Client Channel Business Unit, AMD. "Designed specifically for gamers and content creators, MSI motherboards feature advanced technologies that take full advantage of the AM5 platform."

GIGABYTE released three of the first Socket AM5 server motherboards and barebones, letting you build small-business/home servers using AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors. These boards may feature a client-segment CPU socket, but come with server-grade components for 24/7 or high-uptime operation, and remote-management features. The three are based on the AMD B650E chipset, which means it gets full PCI-Express Gen 5 (for an x16 slot and an x4 Gen 5 NVMe).

The MC13-LE0 and MC13-LE1 motherboards are built in the Micro-ATX form-factor, but with a design optimized for rack airflow. Both boards feature an identical PCB layout, but differ in their network connectivity options. The MC13-LE1 offers two 10 GbE interfaces driven by an Intel X710 controller; while the MC13-LE0 gives you two 1 GbE interfaces, each driven by an Intel i210. Both boards offer an ASPEED AST2600 remote-management chip with its dedicated 1 GbE port; one M.2 PCIe Gen 5 slot, a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 slot, and four SATA 6 Gbps ports. The W332-Z00 is an M-ATX tower server/workstation barebones (you add your own processor, DDR5 memory, and storage). This features a different motherboard than the MC13-LE#, with two M.2 PCIe Gen 5 slots, and Realtek-supplied remote-management and 2.5 GbE chips.

GIGABYTE Technology, (TWSE: 2376), an industry leader in high-performance servers and workstations, today announced supporting products for the new AMD AM5 platform starting with two GIGABYTE motherboards, MC13-LE0 & MC13-LE1, that pair a consumer CPU with IPMI management functionalities via BMC. Additionally, a new desktop workstation, W332-Z00, was released using the same motherboard series platform that supports remote management, but the W332 does so with a Realtek NIC that enables DASH.

The new GIGABYTE products designed to support host systems are deceivingly powerful with a small micro-ATX form factor motherboard and enterprise rich out-of-band management features on top of PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 technologies. These new client friendly products will be found in office settings under a desk rather than a rack in a data center, as they be managed from anywhere, provided there is a network connection. Furthermore, these new products are purpose built for the mainstream AMD B650E chipset with AMD Zen 4 architecture for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series desktop processors.

be quiet!, the German manufacturer for premium PC components, declares that all its AM4-compatible CPU coolers with top-mounting are compatible with AMD's recently introduced Socket AM5 for Ryzen 7000 processors. Thanks to AMD's efforts to keep the same dimensions between sockets AM4 and AM5, a conversion kit is not necessary.

The flagship models Ryzen 9 7950X and Ryzen 9 7900X require a high-performing cooling solution, such as the water cooler be quiet! Silent Loop 2 360 mm or Silent Loop 2 280 mm. For the Ryzen 7 7700X and Ryzen 5 7600X, be quiet! recommends any AM5-compatible be quiet! water cooler or air cooler, except Pure Rock Slim 2 and Shadow Rock LP. It should be noted that bigger cooling surfaces leave more headroom for overclocking or use in cases with restricted air flow, so when in doubt, users should opt for a larger CPU cooler.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today announced its comprehensive product readiness for the newly available AMD Ryzen 7000 series of processors and the accompanying X670 and B650 chipset motherboards. From a new dedicated range of CORSAIR DDR5 memory for AMD platforms, to a huge lineup of award-winning CPU coolers, PC power supplies, cases and accessories, CORSAIR has the complete lineup of products to help enthusiasts build their new AMD-powered PC.

New AMD Ryzen 7000 processors and their supporting X670 and B650 chipset motherboards bring with them a huge change from past generations in the adoption of DDR5 memory, substantially increasing memory frequency versus DDR4. CORSAIR has a complete range of performance DDR5 created especially for AMD platforms, including the illustrious DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB DDR5, the panoramically lit VENGEANCE RGB DDR5, or minimalist VENGEANCE DDR5. Available in a range of frequencies up to 6,000 MHz and capacities up to 64 GB, all CORSAIR DDR5 memory for AMD supports the new AMD EXPO (Extended Profiles for Overclocking) standard, offering single-setting-setup to ensure owners can easily run their memory at the speed it was created to run at.

Gamers everywhere trust AMD Ryzen CPUs for their battlestations. Packed to the brim with cores, these chips excel at tasks that call for an extra dose of parallel computing power, like heavy multitasking, livestreaming game sessions on Twitch—and, of course, powering through the latest games at high frame rates. Now, AMD has fired off its fourth salvo of AMD Ryzen CPUs, and we've readied the X670E and X670 motherboards you'll need to harness the full potential of these new chips.

Our X670E and X670 motherboard lineup includes a wide range of tempting choices for gamers everywhere. The ROG Crosshair series returns to offer uncompromising performance and style for those who dare to build a gaming PC like none other. ROG Strix boards deliver gaming prowess in a wide range of designs. We've also added X670E and X670 motherboards to our TUF Gaming, ProArt, and Prime motherboard families? Ready to find the perfect partner for your new AMD Ryzen CPU? In this guide, we'll walk you through the core features of the platform and introduce you to our ROG X670E and X670 motherboards. Whether you're an experienced PC enthusiast or a newcomer planning out your first build, we'll help you find the best Ryzen motherboard for your needs and budget.

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions announced the launch of their latest AMD X670 motherboards, including two segments of X670E and X670 chipsets which showcase an abundance of notable features. High-end X670E models natively support PCIe 5.0 graphics cards with enhanced slot design, while mainstream X670 models adopt PCIe 4.0 graphics card slot design. The lineup supports PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots with PCIe and M.2 EZ-Latch design, which makes it easier for users to upgrade graphics cards and M.2 SSDs, avoiding accidental damage to the surrounding components. Further, the features of 18+2+2 direct power, 105 Amps Smart Power Stage, and 8 layer PCB provide higher stability, optimal compatibility, and performance for coming AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors. With the advanced thermal design, VRM temperature is reduced. This stabilizes the power and performance of the PCIe x16 slot and M.2 SSD, avoiding thermal throttling. Meanwhile, the enhanced shielding design of SMD slots strengthens the reliability of signals and slot structure. In addition, the lineup takes advantage of Active OC Tuner technology and all-new GCC (GIGABYTE Control Center) software to align with GIGABYTE's new PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD and EXPO/ XMP dual mode DDR, delivering extreme performance with more user- friendly experience.

"The new GIGABYTE X670 motherboard lineup offers exclusive features and new designs, enhancing the excellent performance and multifunctioning capabilities for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors," said David McAfee, Corporate Vice President and General Manager, Client Channel Business Unit, AMD. "The AM5 platform is well-supported to bring the best-in-class experience that AMD users have come to expect."

MSI announced the brand new Socket AM5 motherboards which includes MEG X670E GODLIKE, MEG X670E ACE, MPG X670E CARBON WIFI and PRO X670-P WIFI to the brand-new AMD X670 Motherboard product lineup. MSI's X670 motherboards and AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors are here for a new generation of high-speed and efficient computing. As a world-leading motherboard brand MSI's X670 motherboards are designed to provide the best every performance for gamers, creators and users. With the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors, MSI is ready to push this platform by provided the best performance available for everyone. In use of the 5 nm architecture and an all-new DDR5 platform, AMD Ryzen 7950X processors will have a ~13% IPC uplift with a boost frequency of up to 5.70 GHz and an average 29% Single Thread Performance gain compared to last generation,. Let's take a look at some of the new features from MSI X670 Motherboards.

"MSI's new lineup of X670 motherboards are purposefully designed to give users a new generation of high-speed, efficient computing with AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop processors," said David McAfee, Corporate Vice President and General Manager, Client Channel Business Unit, AMD. "Optimized for performance-enhancing features like AMD EXPO and Precision Boost Overdrive, together AMD and MSI are pushing the boundaries of performant computing."

The AM5 motherboard prices that cropped up over the weekend do indeed appear to be placeholders or early cash grab pricing, as MSI has revealed its official pricing for four of its upcoming motherboards in a live stream. Although the pricing is still very high, it's not as insanely high as the early listing suggested. Starting at the bottom with the Pro X670-P WiFi, we're looking at a US MSRP of US$329 excluding tax and an EU MSRP of €395 including VAT. Next up we have the MPG X670E Carbon WiFi for US$499/€599, which is a steep jump in the eurozone, but it's actually less than what the current exchange rate from US dollar to Euro is, if you add 20 percent VAT.

This is followed by the MEG X670E ACE for US$799/€969, which doesn't look like a particularly attractive option. Finally we have the MEG X670E Godlike, which retails for US$1299/€1599, but with early listings in Europe showing it at €2399. It puts the Godlike more in line with the previous Godlike board from MSI, but it's likely to be one of the most expensive X670E boards on the market. It's mentioned in the live stream that prices are expected to come down sometime after the initial launch and this is something we've also heard from other motherboard vendors. MSI aren't mincing any words about their pricing, but that's not going to help anyone interested in getting onboard AMD's AM5 platform. The live stream is linked below for those that are interested in more details about these boards from MSI.

BIOSTAR, a leading brand of motherboards, graphics cards, and storage devices, today announces the brand new X670E VALKYRIE ATX motherboard. Designed based on the AMD X670 chipset, the X670E VALKYRIE supports all new AMD AM5 Ryzen 7000 Processors, capable of extracting unprecedented performance for gaming, content creation, or any compute-heavy task thrown at it.

The X670E VALKYRIE motherboard carries BIOSTAR's top-shelf VALKYRIE range styling with a heavy emphasis on performance and cooling. DDR5 RAM support, PCIe 5.0, and PCIe 5.0 M.2 are essential features of any high-end motherboard in 2022. The new X670E VALKYRIE has it all with exceptional performance and synergy enabled by BIOSTAR's signature 22-phase power design and Digital PWM technology.

DeepCool, a global brand and manufacturer of computer hardware and peripherals for enthusiasts, announces that it will provide free-of-charge mounting kits for AMD's upcoming AM5 platform, enabling customers to continue using their existing DeepCool CPU coolers on the newest generation AMD CPUs (LGA1718). Additionally, current and future DeepCool coolers will also include the new mounting hardware where necessary.

The new processor will have a new IHS design, and will feature support for DDR5 RAM and PCI-E 5.0. The AM5 socket will utilize the same mounting pattern as the AM4 socket, but there is a slight variance in the height of the installed processor. Due to the slight variance, some DeepCool coolers will need to utilize upgraded mounting hardware. To help with the transition, DeepCool is releasing mounting upgrade kits that will be compatible with AM5 socket. These kits will feature hardware associated for the socket and include components required to perform the installation.

Alphacool today presents the brass variants of the Eisblock Aurora XPX Pro and XPX Edge CPU coolers. Due to the high popularity of these very powerful CPU coolers, Alphacool has decided to offer these additional variants in black and chrome.

The new XPX Aurora Pro and XPX Aurora Edge models are made entirely of brass and are specially designed for processors with particularly large processor cores. In combination with the nickel-plated copper base, the waste heat of the CPU is distributed even better and transferred more efficiently to the cooling liquid. This is further supported by Alphacool's Subzero Thermal Grease, which is included with the coolers. With 16 W/mK, Subzero is currently one of the most powerful thermal pastes on the market.

Noctua today confirmed that all its CPU coolers and mounting-kits that support AMD AM4 also support the upcoming AM5 socket, except the NH-L9a-AM4 low-profile cooler and the NM-AM4-L9aL9i mounting-kit. For the latter, Noctua announced the new NM-AM5-L9aL9i kit that will be available free-of-charge from end of October. Mounting upgrade kits for older heatsink models that do not yet support AM4 will also be provided to customers at no additional cost.

"We have offered free-of-charge mounting upgrade kits to our customers ever since AMD introduced AM2 in 2006, and we're proudly continuing this tradition with the upcoming Ryzen 7000 series processors and their new AM5 socket", says Roland Mossig (Noctua CEO). "While all our current multi-socket coolers already support AM5 out of the box and don't require any updates, customers will be able to upgrade the NH-L9a as well as most older coolers at no additional cost, so even 15-year-old coolers can be used on the latest processors!"

Leading global motherboard manufacturer, ASRock, is proud to announce its X670E motherboard series, ready for new AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors. This first wave of AMD Socket AM5 motherboards includes Special Edition X670E Taichi Carrara, flagship X670E Taichi, high-end X670E Steel Legend, mainstream X670E PRO RS, and entry X670E PG Lightning.

"With the AM5 platform we're investing in the next generation of high-performance computing and gaming," said David McAfee, Corporate Vice President and General Manager, Client Channel Business Unit, AMD. "With the continued support of best-in-class partners like ASRock, AMD is bringing the most advanced features and technologies to desktop. The X670 Extreme is designed to bring the best connectivity and ultimate overclocking with PCIe 5.0 support."

Thermaltake, the leading PC DIY premium brand for Case, Cooling, Gaming peripherals, and enthusiast memory solutions, is thrilled to announce we are going to be gen 5 ready soon with the expanding cooler support for the forthcoming AM5 platform. For those who already bought the coolers without the AM5 mounting kit included, you can reach out to your local Thermaltake representative office or resellers for more details. A wide range of coolers, including air coolers, AIOs, and custom liquid-cooling parts, will receive the latest AM5 upgrade kits support. RAMs are also in line with the latest standards.

With Ryzen 7000 Series processors this year, the most distinct difference is the all-new AM5 socket rather than previous AM4 ones. Yet, the good news is you can still buy yourself the latest Ryzen CPU without replacing the coolers you are currently running as we will be rolling out the additional upgrade kits in no time. On that note, to get the most out of the new AM5 CPUs, go with our new series of ultra-fast DDR5 memory to unlock the full potential and take advantage of the new chips around the corner. For more information on upgrade kits and supported models, please refer to our landing page linked down below.

Thermalright today introduced the SI-100, a C-type aluminium fin-stack CPU cooler. This appears to have a thicker fin-stack than the company's AXP-100-series coolers. Its design involves a nickel-plated C1100 copper base, from which six 6 mm-thick nickel-plated copper heat pipes emerge, conveying heat through a fin-stack that propagates along the plane of the motherboard. This fin-stack is ventilated by an included 120 mm TL-E12 fan. The fan features fluid-dynamic bearing, and has a top speed of 2,000 RPM, pushing up to 72.37 CFM of airflow, with 2.87 mm H₂O static pressure, and noise output of 27.7 dBA. With its fan in place, the cooler measures 120 mm x 120 mm x 99.8 mm (WxDxH), weighing 640 g. Among the CPU socket types supported are AM5/AM4, LGA1700, and LGA1200/LGA115x. The company didn't reveal pricing.

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions, today announced all Z690, B660, and following motherboards will support EXPO memory. Users can enjoy performance boost with ease on GIGABYTE motherboards of all platforms with either AMD EXPO or Intel XMP supported memories.

AMD recently announced the new EXPO technology for DDR5 memory on the latest AM5 platform, which allows easy DDR5 memory accelerating with built-in overclocking profiles for the performance uplift, just like XMP technology. Along with this new technology, all major memory module brands release EXPO memories correspondingly. GIGABYTE leads to provide both AMD EXPO and Intel XMP DDR5 support on AM5 motherboards, and carry on the innovative design to Intel platform, which enable users to speed up their DDR5 memories on Z690, B660, and following motherboards by simply activate XMP and EXPO in the BIOS setting for the performance boost.

Bitspower, one of the world's leading suppliers of water-cooling equipment for performance computers, today launched the Bitspower AM5 kit which can transform AMD-based Bitspower CPU water blocks into an AM5-compatible product. More and more setups used by gamers, streamers, and creators will harness AMD's new AM5 platform, which provides native support for up to 170 W—meaning there's power to do more, play more, and create more than ever before. However, with this increased power comes higher temperatures.

Fortunately, AMD has ensured that existing AM4 cooling solutions can be supported with their newest motherboards, with the product's height and port distance being managed in a 7 mm increment. With the new AM5 kit, Bitspower's current range of AMD CPU blocks can directly migrate to AM5 socket motherboards. The company's latest generation CPU water blocks, such as the M Pro Water Blocks, are optimized for cooling Ryzen 7000-series CPUs, allowing users to take that already-powerful processor to new heights.

ENERMAX, a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance PC hardware products, is pleased to announce that a selection of its current all-in-one (AIO) liquid and air coolers will be fully compatible with AM5 (LGA1718) socket designed for the upcoming AMD Ryzen 7000 Series CPUs. A list of compatible ENERMAX coolers is provided in the table below. For users who already own the selected ENERMAX CPU coolers and plan to switch motherboard to AMD Ryzen 7000 series, you may contact your ENERMAX local branch for assistance. For the latest installation guide and video, please visit this page.

AMD's recently announced Ryzen 7000-series Socket AM5 processors are expected to go on sale from September 27, but on that day, you'll only be able to choose between the top-grade AMD X670E chipset, and the second-best X670. Although AMD announced the mid-tier B650E and B650 chipsets, they will be available from a later date. We're not getting confirmation of at least one important date—October 4, 2022. On this date, various motherboard manufacturers are expected to announce their products based on the B650E and B650, and we'll probably hear retail availability closer to that day. The table below shows the key specs differentiating the B650E/B650 from the X670E/X670. The B650E/B650 are a single-chip chipset, as opposed to the X670E/X670 being a dual-chip solution. You get fewer downstream PCIe lanes, one less 20 Gbps USB port, six less 10 Gbps ports.

Thermalright today released the Ultra 120EX Rev. 4, a classic tower-type CPU cooler. The cooler is the fourth revision of the Ultra line of coolers by the company, and offers an updated fin design, as well as a high static-pressure fan. Six 6 mm-thick nickel-plated copper heat-pipes draw heat indirectly through a copper base with the same electroplating (you can pair it with liquid-metal TIM without worrying about corrosion). These heat pipes pass though an aluminium fin-stack with 52 S-shaped fins that are 0.4 mm-thick and spaced 1.6 mm apart. The fin-shape increases turbulence for improved heat-dissipation to the airflow.

The included TL-B12G 120 mm fan turns at speeds of up to 2,150 RPM, pushing up to 69 CFM of airflow, at 2.87 mm H₂O static pressure. The fan features a long-life fluid-dynamic bearing. With its fan in place, the Thermalright Ultra 120EX Rev. 4 measures 132 mm x 89.6 mm x 157 mm (WxDxH), weighing 865 g. Among the CPU socket types supported are AMD Socket AM5, AM4; and Intel LGA1700, and LGA1200. The company didn't reveal pricing.

Jonsbo today unveiled the HXW ARGB White AIO CPU cooler series. Available in two variants based on radiator size—240 mm and 360 mm—these coolers are characterized by a custom-design 32 mm-thick set of 120 mm fans that push higher air-flow thanks to their greater impeller sweep area compared to 25 mm-thick fans, which allows you to run them at lower RPMs for comparable cooling performance, making them potentially quieter. The 240 mm variant is capable of handling thermal loads of up to 260 W, while the 360 mm variant is specified for up to 300 W thermal loads.

The cuboidal-shaped pump-block features a unique vertical ARGB diffuser stripe design. The pump turns at speeds of up to 2,500 RPM, with noise-level under 30 dBA. The included fans do speeds ranging from 900 to 1,800 RPM, pushing 40.1 to 85.4 CFM of airflow, with a maximum noise output of 35.1 dBA. Among the CPU socket types supported by these coolers are LGA1700, AM5, AM4, LGA1200, and LGA115x. The company didn't reveal pricing.