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Featuresgaming for overclockinggaming for overclocking
SocketAMD AM4AMD AM4
Form factorATXATX
Power phases1010
VRM heatsink
LED lighting
Lighting syncMSI Mystic Light SyncMSI Mystic Light Sync
Size (HxW)305x244 mm305x244 mm
Chipset
ChipsetAMD X470AMD X470
BIOSAmiAmi
UEFI BIOS
RAM
DDR44 slot(s)4 slot(s)
Memory moduleDIMMDIMM
Operation mode2 channel2 channel
Max. clock frequency4133 MHz3466 MHz
Max. memory64 GB64 GB
AMP
XMP
Drive interface
SATA 3 (6Gbps)66
M.2 connector22
M.21xSATA/PCI-E 4x, 1xPCI-E 4x1xSATA/PCI-E 4x, 1xPCI-E 4x
Integrated RAID controller
 /RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10/
 /RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10/
Expansion slots
1x PCI-E slots33
PCI-E 16x slots33
PCI Modes16x/0x/4x, 8x/8x/4x16x/0x/4x, 8x/8x/4x
PCI Express3.03.0
CrossFire (AMD)
Steel PCI-E connectors
Internal connections
TPM connector
USB 2.022
USB 3.2 gen122
RGB LED strip
/5050 RGB LED strip 12V/
More featuresChassis Intrusion, Clear CMOS
Video outputs
DVI outputDVI-DDVI-D
HDMI output
HDMI versionv.1.4
Integrated audio
AudiochipRealtek ALC892Realtek ALC892
Sound (channels)7.17.1
Optical S/P-DIF
Network interfaces
LAN (RJ-45)1 Gbps1 Gbps
LAN ports11
LAN controllerRealtek 8111HRealtek 8111H
External connections
USB 2.022
USB 3.2 gen144
USB 3.2 gen222
PS/211
Power connectors
Main power socket24 pin24 pin
CPU power8+4 pin8+4 pin
Fan power connectors66
CPU Fan 4-pin1
CPU/Water Pump Fan 4-pin1
Chassis/Water Pump Fan 4-pin4
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Max. clock frequency

The maximum RAM clock speed supported by the motherboard. The actual clock frequency of the installed RAM modules should not exceed this indicator — otherwise, malfunctions are possible, and the capabilities of the “RAM” cannot be used to the fullest.

For modern PCs, a RAM frequency of 1500 – 2000 MHz or less is considered very low, 2000 – 2500 MHz is modest, 2500 – 3000 MHz is average, 3000 – 3500 MHz is above average, and the most advanced boards can support frequencies of 3500 – 4000 MHz and even more than 4000 MHz.

AMP

The ability of the motherboard to work with RAM modules that support AMP technology (AMD Memory Profiles). This technology was developed by AMD; it is used in motherboards and RAM blocks and only works if both of these system components are AMP compatible. A similar technology from Intel is called XMP.

The main function of AMP is to facilitate system overclocking (“overclocking”): special overclocking profiles are “sewn” into memory with this technology, and if desired, the user can only select one of these profiles without resorting to complex configuration procedures. This is not only easier, but also safer: every profile added to the bar is tested for stability.

XMP

The ability of the motherboard to work with RAM modules that support XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) technology. This technology was developed by Intel; it is used in motherboards and RAM blocks and only works if both of these system components are XMP compliant. A similar technology from AMD is called AMP.

The main function of XMP is to facilitate system overclocking (“overclocking”): special overclocking profiles are “sewn” into the memory with this technology, and if desired, the user can only select one of these profiles without resorting to complex configuration procedures. This is not only easier, but also safer: every profile added to the bar is tested for stability.

TPM connector

Specialized TPM connector for connecting the encryption module.

TPM (Trusted Platform Module) allows you to encrypt the data stored on your computer using a unique key that is practically unbreakable (it is extremely difficult to do this). The keys are stored in the module itself and are not accessible from the outside, and data can be protected in such a way that their normal decryption is possible only on the same computer where they were encrypted (and with the same software). Thus, if information is illegally copied, an attacker will not be able to access it, even if the original TPM module with encryption keys is stolen: TPM will recognize the system change and will not allow decryption.

Technically, encryption modules can be built directly into motherboards, but it is still more justified to make them separate devices: it is more convenient for the user to purchase a TPM if necessary, and not overpay for an initially built-in function that may not be needed. Because of this, there are motherboards without a TPM connector at all.

RGB LED strip

Connector for connecting a decorative LED strip and other devices with LED indication. Allows you to control the backlight of the case through the motherboard and customize the glow for your tasks, including synchronize it with other components.

HDMI version

HDMI connector version (see above) installed in the motherboard.

— v.1.4. The earliest of the standards found nowadays, which appeared back in 2009. Supports resolutions up to 4096x2160 inclusive and allows you to play Full HD video with a frame rate of up to 120 fps — this is enough even for 3D playback.

— v.1.4b. A modified version of v.1.4 described above, which introduced a number of minor updates and improvements — in particular, support for two additional 3D formats.

— v.2.0. Also known as HDMI UHD, this version introduced full 4K support, with frame rates up to 60 fps, as well as the ability to work with 21:9 ultra-widescreen video. In addition, thanks to the increased bandwidth, the number of simultaneously reproduced audio channels has grown to 32, and audio streams to 4. And in the v.2.0a improvement, HDR support has also been added to all this.

— v.2.1. Another name is HDMI Ultra High Speed. Compared to the previous version, the interface bandwidth has really increased significantly — it is enough to transmit video at resolutions up to 10K at 120 frames per second, as well as to work with the extended BT.2020 colour space (the latter may be useful for some professional tasks). HDMI Ultra High Speed cables are required to use the full capabilities of HDMI v2.1, but older standard features are available with regular cables.

CPU Fan 4-pin

A four-pin connector used to connect a processor cooling fan. The first contact in it corresponds to the black wire of the cooler — it is the "ground" or minus of the power supply. The second contact is the plus of the power supply (yellow or red cooler wire). The third one is involved in measuring the rotation speed of the impeller (green or yellow fan wire). The fourth pin, corresponding to the blue wire, receives control signals from the PWM controller to adjust the cooler rotation speed depending on the temperature of the processor.

CPU/Water Pump Fan 4-pin

A four-pin connector for connecting a water cooling pump fan. It can also be used to turn on an additional CPU cooler.

Chassis/Water Pump Fan 4-pin

A connector responsible for connecting additional coolers for the benefit of better cooling of components inside the system unit. Most often it is located on the edges of the motherboard — closer to the front side and the ceiling of the "system unit". It is made according to the four-contact scheme.
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