MSI has just unveiled a tantalizing glimpse of its next-generation MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard, promising an experience that’s both powerful and visually stunning. This motherboard is specifically designed to unleash the full potential of AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, which are built on the cutting-edge Zen 5 architecture.
The MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard boasts an impressive design, measuring a massive 288 x 304.8mm and utilizing the E-ATX form factor, similar to its predecessor, the X670E GODLIKE. Powering this behemoth is a staggering 28 power phases, coupled with 110A power stages, providing ample juice for even the most demanding overclocked Ryzen 9000 series CPUs. This is a significant upgrade over the X670E GODLIKE, which had 105A power stages.
To feed this power-hungry system, the MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard features two 8-pin power connectors. The motherboard also offers support for DDR5-8000+ speeds, allowing you to push memory performance to its limits, and can accommodate up to 256GB of DDR5 memory using the latest 64GB modules.
Another remarkable feature of this motherboard is a dedicated 8-pin power connector located near the dual X870E PCHs. This connector provides an additional power boost to the PCIe lanes, allowing for the use of next-generation multi-GPU configurations, including NVIDIA’s upcoming GeForce RTX 50 series “Blackwell” GPUs.
When choosing a CPU to pair with the MEG X870E GODLIKE, you’ll want to opt for a Ryzen 9000 series processor based on the Zen 5 architecture. Currently, there are four models available, but the Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 9 9900X are excellent choices for this powerful motherboard. Alternatively, you can wait for the upcoming Ryzen 9000X3D processors, which are expected to arrive in the coming months.
The MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard is poised to be a flagship product for enthusiasts and gamers seeking the ultimate performance and visual appeal. Its impressive power delivery, memory support, and multi-GPU capabilities make it a compelling option for those pushing the boundaries of PC hardware.
