MSI MEG X870E ACE MAX

The MSI MEG X870E ACE MAX has just gone through our testing regime, and performed beautifully. This motherboard was able to meet all of our expectations in not just performance, but in its physical aspects. From the five (5) total M.2 NVMe slots, to space for four (4) more SATA drives, there is not a lack for storage with the X870E ACE MAX. Even at the price tag of $699, this is a motherboard that is worthy of consideration.

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Motherboard Basics
Manufacturer
Manufacturer Part Number
UPC
Manufacturer Product Page	Product Page

Chipset Platform
Platform	AMD
Socket	AM5
PCIe Version Support	PCIe 5.0

IO Connectivity
Expansion Slots	1x PCIe x16 PCIe 5.0 (CPU) 1x PCIe x8 PCIe 5.0 (CPU) 1x PCIe x4 PCIe 5.0 (CPU)
USB Ports	4x USB 2.0 Internal Header 4x USB 3 Gen 1 (5Gpbs) Internal Header 9x USB 3 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Rear (Type A) 2x USB 3 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Rear (Type C) 1x USB 3 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) Internal Header 2x USB 4 (40Gbps) Rear (Type C)

Memory
Memory Standard	DDR5
Memory Slots	4
Max Memory Supported	256 GB

Storage
M.2 Slots	2x PCIe 5.0 (CPU) 3x PCIe 4.0 (Chipset)
SATA Ports	4

Networking
LAN Ports	1x Realtek 8126 - 10Gbps 1x Realtek 8126 - 5Gbps
WiFi Networking Version	WiFi 7
Bluetooth Version	Bluetooth 5.4

Dimensions
Form Factor	ATX
Length	304.8 mm
Width	243.84 mm

Power Delivery
Power Delivery

Fan Headers
Fan Headers	1x CPU 2x Pump 5x 4-pin PWM

RGB
RGB Headers	3x ARGB v2 1x RGB