Motherboard type | ATX |
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Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
Audio codec | Realtek ALC1220 |
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Audio output channels | 7.1 |
Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen |
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Maximum number of processors | 1 |
Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 3 |
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S/PDIF out port | yes |
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Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 2 |
PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
Digital audio optical out | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
Width | 12.01 in |
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Depth | 9.61 in |
Supported memory bus clock |
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RAM technology | DDR4 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Maximum RAM size | 128 GB |
Number of memory slots | 4 |
Unbuffered memory | yes |
Memory channels | Dual |
ECC | yes |
Non-ECC | yes |
Parallel processing technology support |
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Supported storage drive interfaces | Serial ATA III |
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RAID levels |
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CPU fan connector | yes |
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Number of chassis fan connectors | 5 |
12V power connector | yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Y |
TPM connector | yes |
RGB LED pin header | yes |
Number of SATA III connectors | 4 |
Front panel connector | yes |
Wi-Fi | yes |
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Wi-Fi standards |
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Ethernet LAN (Network) | yes |
Bluetooth | yes |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
LAN controller |
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Ethernet interface type |
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Equipped with a 14-phase VRM solution, a well-designed onboard cooling system, and triple M.2 slots,
At the top of the mainstream stack, the MEG X570 ACE is competing in a tough bracket. With 2.5 Gb/s LAN, WiFi 6, and a VRM that is both sophisticated and overbuilt, the X570 ACE has a lot going for it. So does the competition, however, which is why MSI armed the ACE with a secret weapon: a heat pipe connection between the chipset and VRM heatsinks.
MSI's MEG X570 Ace is a premium ATX motherboard designed for latest-gen Ryzen CPUs, brimming with creature comforts (such as an overclocking knob) and the core stuff that sets the X570 chipset apart. It's a solid effort, but it could use a little more flash and legacy storage support.
The MEG X570 Ace reached the highest data rate our DRAM has ever seen, but what else can it offer to beat its closest rival?
With a strong offering of high-end features, the MSI MEG X570 ACE aims to offer enthusiasts and serious PC gamers the ideal base for their latest AMD Ryzen system. Let's find out if it's any good....
The MSI MEG X570 ACE is one of the many motherboards we've seen at MSI's booth during Computex 2019. This one is among the high-end MSI X570 boards, featuring
Introduction and Technical Specifications
MSI has launched its brand new MEG X570S ACE motherboard which rocks a refreshed design & new power delivery system for a price of $449 US.
MSI MEG X570 ACE There's a massive wave of new motherboards to review today, and we've got around ten of them on eTeknix, at least at the last count while I write this review. If that's not enough, AMD are launching their new Ryzen CPUs, as well as their new Radeon GPUs too. Wow, we're truly spoilt this month! One thing worthy of your time, however, is the MSI MEG X570 ACE. This premium solution isn't even their flagship, despite having more than enough features to satisfy that part of the market. The ACE offers a lot of features without
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A commendable entrant in the X570 arena.
The MSI MEG X570 ACE is a gorgeous looking board that packs equally as good-looking features. Check out the rest of our thoughts on it here.
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