AMD has announced that its first Ryzen 9000 Series processors and new X870 chipset will be available beginning next month, and with it comes a press release from MSI that includes a sneak peek into some of the exclusive features offered by two of the company’s first X870 motherboards, the MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI and PRO X870-P WIFI. The Ryzen 9 9950X, 9900X, Ryzen 7 9700X, and Ryzen 5 9600X will be out for DIY customers and SI partners starting July 2024, AMD has confirmed.
MSI X870 motherboard product features include:
- All-new “EZ PCIe Release” and “EZ PCIe Clip II” for effortless removal of graphics cards
- Three additional anchor points and thicker material used for the slots
- Second-gen EZ M.2 Clip II for with new screwless design for easier installation and removal of M.2 SSD storage
- Lightning PCIe Gen 5.0 and M.2 slots on all X870 motherboards
- USB 4 connector (40 GB/s) also now standard on all MSI X870 motherboards
- Wi-Fi antenna module feature quick-release mechanism for simplified installation
A look at MSI’s new EZ PCIe Release and EZ PCIe Clip II features:
The original word from MSI:
In this latest generation of motherboards, we’ve unveiled several highly anticipated features, including the all-new “EZ PCIe Release” and “EZ PCIe Clip II.” The EZ PCIe Release enables users to effortlessly remove graphics cards installed in the primary PCIe Gen 5.0 Slot on X870-based motherboards. Meanwhile, the updated EZ PCIe Clip II boasts an improved hooking mechanism, enhancing both removal and installation ease.
When it comes to graphics cards, their increasing size and weight can strain the motherboard. To address this, MSI has enhanced all its motherboards with three additional anchor points and thicker material used for the slots. This modification enables the PCIe slot to be 121% stronger compare to previous generation PCIe Steel Armor slot. Able to withstand twice the weight of the graphics card, ensuring stability and reliability without any concerns.
Introducing our second generation of EZ M.2 Clip II, making installation and removal of M.2 SSD storage easier than ever. Featuring a new Screwless design, removal is effortless with a simple squeeze of the side latch to open the Screwless M.2 Frozr entirely. Installing is just as straightforward – a simple push locks the M.2 SSD in place, while removal requires only a slight pull to the left.
As newer devices continue to advance in speed, MSI’s motherboards are also receiving an upgrade. All X870 motherboards are equipped with Lightning PCIe Gen 5.0 and M.2 slots, maximizing the bandwidth potential of modern devices. Additionally, a USB 4 connector is now standard on all MSI X870 motherboards, supporting speeds of up to 40GB/s.
Besides lightning-fast storage, uninterrupted connectivity is crucial for swift data transfer and seamless networking experiences. MSI has also upgraded the Wi-Fi antenna module with a quick-release mechanism, simplifying installation on any PC build. The MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI and PRO X870-P WIFI are both outfitted with cutting-edge 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4 technologies. Whether you’re gaming or multitasking, you can trust that they’ll effortlessly manage any tasks or applications, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted user experience.