NZXT Intros All-new Flagship N9 X870E AMD Motherboard

[Nomad76]

NZXT, a leader in PC gaming components, gear, and prebuilt gaming systems, is excited to announce the N9 X870E ATX motherboard, optimized for the new "Zen 5" architecture based AMD Ryzen 9000 series desktop processors. NZXT's latest motherboard combines high-performance features with a stunning new look that is geared towards enthusiast PC gamers building a high-end AMD system.

The N9 X870E boasts overclocking-ready power delivery and optimized thermals, providing gamers with the tools and headroom to overclock their AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 or 7000 series processors and memory to their highest levels of performance. Additionally, the N9 X870E ensures prolonged compatibility with future and previous generations of Ryzen processors, thanks to AMD's commitment to support the AM5 platform until 2027+.





Gamers will gain an edge with the latest connectivity options, including USB 4.0, PCIe 5.0, Bluetooth 5.4, 5 Gb ethernet and Wi-Fi 7 enabling them to leverage the higher-speeds of the latest standards and robust networking capabilities for an immersive and seamless gaming experience. The N9 X870E continues NZXT's tradition of designing sleek motherboards, now with a redesigned metal cover featuring RGB accents. This fresh new look gives gamers more ways to customize their system, seamlessly fitting into any setup.

N9 X870E Key Features:

• AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 series desktop processors.
• Advanced Power Solution: A robust 20+2+1 power stage design (110 A SPS) and 8-layer, low-loss 2oz copper PCB ensure exceptional stability and overclocking potential.
• Optimized Thermal Design: Stays cool under pressure with a high-performance VRM heatsink array (optimal fin, thermal pads, dual PWM fans) and dedicated heatsinks for all M.2 slots.
• PCIe 5.0 M.2 Slot: Access PCIe 5.0 storage speeds with the top M.2 slot, plus three additional PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with an easy-to-use quick release latches
• Connectivity Features: Built-in support for Wi-Fi 7, 5Gbe ethernet, two USB 4 ports for 40 Gbps speeds, and Bluetooth 5.4, and high-fidelity Realtek ALC4082 audio.
• DDR5 Memory: Four dual-channel DDR5 RAM slots accelerate load times, boost frame rates, and enable seamless multitasking.
• Integrated NZXT RGB Lighting: Included are two NZXT 8-pin combo fan headers for simple connection and control of NZXT RGB Core single-frame fans and integrated RGB onboard zone controlled through NZXT CAM.

Colors: Black or White

Estimated Global Availability: Q1 2025



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[natr0n]

They stole the sabertooth body armor idea of covering the board.

 

[Chrispy_]

I'm afraid it's not the high price of NZXT boards that has put them on my avoid list, nor is it the fact that NZXT aren't really motherboard manufacturers - based on reviews of previous boards, they've been generally pretty decent in the BIOS department.

No, it's the fact that NZXT's boards are made by Elitegroup, an OEM I've given plenty of chances to prove they've changed, and they keep failing to meet my low expectations. I think I'd rather go with Biostar if I wasn't going for a Tier-one OEM like Asrock/Asus/Gigabyte/MSI...

 

[Onasi]

@Chrispy_
Or, hell, if I wanted to have a taste of something strange I’d grab one of those Colorful boards.

 

[Pagani_Huayra]

I'm afraid it's not the high price of NZXT boards that has put them on my avoid list, nor is it the fact that NZXT aren't really motherboard manufacturers - based on reviews of previous boards, they've been generally pretty decent in the BIOS department.

No, it's the fact that NZXT's boards are made by Elitegroup, an OEM I've given plenty of chances to prove they've changed, and they keep failing to meet my low expectations. I think I'd rather go with Biostar if I wasn't going for a Tier-one OEM like Asrock/Asus/Gigabyte/MSI...

It's X870E Nova

 

[CosmicWanderer]

I'm afraid it's not the high price of NZXT boards that has put them on my avoid list, nor is it the fact that NZXT aren't really motherboard manufacturers - based on reviews of previous boards, they've been generally pretty decent in the BIOS department.

No, it's the fact that NZXT's boards are made by Elitegroup, an OEM I've given plenty of chances to prove they've changed, and they keep failing to meet my low expectations. I think I'd rather go with Biostar if I wasn't going for a Tier-one OEM like Asrock/Asus/Gigabyte/MSI...

We don't know for sure yet who these X870E boards are made by. As I recall some previous NZXT motherboards were made by AsRock.

 

[MachineLearning]

NZXT boards haven't been made by ECS Elitegroup for years. ASRock has been making them since Z490

I like the aesthetic of the board, just not NZXT as a company. Interested in MSRP anyway.

 

[TheLostSwede]

I'm afraid it's not the high price of NZXT boards that has put them on my avoid list, nor is it the fact that NZXT aren't really motherboard manufacturers - based on reviews of previous boards, they've been generally pretty decent in the BIOS department.

No, it's the fact that NZXT's boards are made by Elitegroup, an OEM I've given plenty of chances to prove they've changed, and they keep failing to meet my low expectations. I think I'd rather go with Biostar if I wasn't going for a Tier-one OEM like Asrock/Asus/Gigabyte/MSI...

It actually appears to be the ASRock Taichi Nova, minus the HDMI port and the x1 PCIe slot. There appear to be some minor changes, but it can't be any other board.

 

[_roman_]

I like the aesthetics. Similar to the previous giveaway AM5 mainboard from NZXT from igorslab. According to igors lab forum in german previous nzxt AM5 board was made by ASROCK.

I'd like to see more mainboard brands in the AM5 field. I wish for availability and reasonable price (below 250€ with tax and shipping). Looking at biostar, colorful and nzxt.

 

[BArms]

10/10 aesthetics, very clean, no "gamer" crap except a tastefully small RGB strip.

 

[bonehead123]

Why can't "white" boards be, well you know, like, 100% WHITE ?

I'm guessing that the extra $1.03741 worth of extra paint/pigment is just tooooo much for the mfgr's to absorb

 

[Chrispy_]

As I recall some previous NZXT motherboards were made by AsRock.

NZXT boards haven't been made by ECS Elitegroup for years. ASRock has been making them since Z490

It actually appears to be the ASRock Taichi Nova, minus the HDMI port and the x1 PCIe slot.

Understood.
Now we just need to see whether what NZXT charge for their logo on it is a reasonable cost to bear.

 

[eidairaman1]

Rather have pcie slots than m.2

 

[WonkoTheSaneUK]

Why can't "white" boards be, well you know, like, 100% WHITE ?

I'm guessing that the extra $1.03741 worth of extra paint/pigment is just tooooo much for the mfgr's to absorb

Look at Gigabyte's "X870E Aorus Pro Ice" offering. They've switched to all white connectors this time around, unlike the X670 version which had all black connectors on a white PCB.

 

[_roman_]

Are you saying there are no white colored capacitors? It's just a bit of plastic foil on capacitors for over 40 years.

 

[WonkoTheSaneUK]

Are you saying there are no white colored capacitors? It's just a bit of plastic foil on capacitors for over 40 years.

No white chips, either. Maybe for the X970E boards.

 

[bonehead123]

Look at Gigabyte's "X870E Aorus Pro Ice" offering. They've switched to all white connectors this time around, unlike the X670 version which had all black connectors on a white PCB.

Well, that's a lot whiter than the NZXT so-called "white" ones, still not all white, but I'll give it a 98%

 

[Caring1]

They stole the sabertooth body armor idea of covering the board.

Lol, who had it first?
Might want to fact check that.

 

[natr0n]

Lol, who had it first?
Might want to fact check that.

pretty sure it was asus with around the z77 era. I have a sabertooth z77 was tuff series.