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AMD to Support Zen 3 and Ryzen 4000 CPUs on B450 and X470 Motherboards

by Dr. Ian Cutresson May 19, 2020 10:00 AM EST

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In a surprising twist, AMD has today announced that it intends to enable Ryzen 4000 and Zen 3 support on its older B450 and X470 Motherboards. This is going to be a ‘promise now, figure out the details later’ arrangement, but this should enable most (if not all) users running 400 series AMD motherboards to upgrade to the Zen 3 processors set to be unveiled later this year.

Background

When AMD launched the Ryzen 3 3300X and Ryzen 3 3100 processors, it also gave users details about the upcoming B550 chipset that these processors were targeted for. Part of that announcement included a chart, showing how due to BIOS limitations, certain chipsets would only support certain AM4 processors. X570, for example, would support previous Ryzen 2000, current Ryzen 3000, and future Ryzen 4000 processors – it did not support the original Ryzen 1000 processors.

On that chart, it was noted almost immediately that there was a glaring omission. AMD’s B450 and X470 motherboards were listed as supporting Ryzen 1000/2000/3000, but not the future Zen3-based Ryzen 4000 processors. This made a number of users immediately very concerned, especially if they had purchased a B450 or X470 motherboard with a Ryzen 3000 processor with the hopes to upgrade it in the future.

AMD came under a lot of fire. The company had originally promised that it would support the AM4 platform from 2016 through 2020 (or ‘through to’ 2020). A lot of users had assumed that this meant any AM4 platform based motherboard would be able to accept any processor made from 2016 to 2020, including the new Zen 3 processors set to be unveiled later this year. The fact that there was a discrepancy between what the users expected and what AMD had been saying essentially became a miscommunication or a misunderstanding, but one that had a negative effect on a number of users who were expecting to upgrade the system.

Ultimately the reason for the lockout was down to the BIOS size. Each generation of processors require a portion of the BIOS space for compatibility code – normally if you can support one processor from a generation, then you can support them all. We are also in the era of graphical interface BIOSes, and as a result some of the BIOS code was reserved for fancy menus and the ability to adjust fan curves or update the BIOS in a more intuitive way. All of this takes up space, and some vendors ditched the fancy graphics in order to support more processors.

Most AMD motherboards are outfitted with 128 megabit (16 megabyte) BIOS chips. The reason why this is the case is due to a limitation on some of AMD’s early AM4 processors – due to design, they can only ever address the first 16 megabytes of a BIOS chip. So even if a motherboard vendor had a larger BIOS chip, say MSI had a 32 megabyte chip, then it would actually operate like two partitioned BIOSes and it would get very complicated. There is no easy way to support every AM4 processor with a simple 16 megabyte BIOS.

By our estimate there are 84/86 current processors on the AM4 platform in total, counting Ryzen Pro parts as well. These are set across several families (A-Series, Zen, Zen APU, Zen+, Zen+ APU, Zen2, Zen2 APU, etc), each with their own AGESA platform to deal with, which all has to go into the BIOS. This is what makes it such a tight squeeze.

As a result AMD initially made the decision that the B450/X470 motherboards would support the Ryzen 1000, Ryzen 2000, and Ryzen 3000 processors, but would not be able to support any more due to this limit. AMD ultimately wanted the 500-series chipsets, the B550/X570, to be a launchpad for the future Ryzen processors.

AMD’s Announcement Today

AMD today is reversing its decision to limit the BIOSes on the 400-series chipsets. To cut a long story short, the TL;DR mantra from AMD is:

‘We’ve heard our audience, and we understand the concerns. We are going to work out a way to support Zen 3 on our 400-series chipsets between now and launch – we’re still working out the what and the how, but we will update you closer to Zen 3 launch’.

They are acknowledging that they perhaps misread the situation from its user base. Part of this issue stems from an old CPU line not having the growth room, and the believed that pushing support for Zen 3 to the 500-series wouldn’t be that big of an issue. Now that they see it is, they will try to make it work. They will attempt to address the technical challenges, and even though they do not have all the details at this time, it will be worked on.

There is still 6+ months (?) until we see Zen 3, so they do have a lot of time to try things and to test things.

In conversations with AMD, we also discovered more insight into what this entails.

As most motherboards have 16 MB, and the CPUs can only address the first 16 MB of a BIOS chip, then we might see an issue where 400-series motherboards may end up having two ‘forked’ BIOSes – one for ‘up to Ryzen 3000 inclusive’ and one for ‘Ryzen 3000 and beyond’. The former one will likely be a default BIOS, which will be picked up by auto-update software, however the latter will likely always be a Beta BIOS, and it will require user intervention.

AMD will enable the ODM partners with the feature – partners like ASUS, GIGABYTE, Dell, HP, MSI, Lenovo, etc. However, it will be up to the ODM partner to actually enable it as a feature for their motherboard or pre-built system. If they’re not willing to complicate matters with this BIOS fork, then unfortunately you are out of luck. It is believed however that if most of the vendors are onboard straightaway, then the rest will follow. AMD will be offering continual support to its ODM partners on this, especially those with auto-update software.

There might be a situation where moving up to the beta BIOS fork will make the system unable to downgrade. It might end up being a one-way solution. It might even be a hard changeover – with the mainline supporting 3000 and below, and the fork 4000 and up. In this event, I asked AMD if they would be expanding the Boot Kit program as they did with Ryzen 2000, and lending CPUs to users that needed them to update. AMD stated that this might be a possibility, but they haven’t worked on those details at this time.

AMD reiterated to AnandTech that after the launch of B550 into the market, they do recommend the B550 motherboards as the best option for Ryzen 4000 support in upgrades. However they will be working towards supporting Ryzen 4000 on 400-series chipsets for current users in that market, and to enable customers who want to go along that upgrade path. It is worth reiterating that even with Zen 3 CPU support, B450/X470 boards will likely be limited to PCIe 3.0 due to the design.

AMD also re-confirmed that we are set to see Zen 3 processors in 2020.












AMD AM4 Motherboard Support
AnandTech uArch A320 B350

X370		 B450

X470		 X570 B550
Ryzen 4000 CPU Zen 3 X X Beta ✓ ✓
Ryzen 4000 APU** Zen 2 X ? ? ? ?
Ryzen 3000 CPU Zen 2 X Beta ✓ ✓ ✓
Ryzen 3000 APU Zen+ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ X
Ryzen 2000 CPU Zen+ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ X
Ryzen 2000 APU Zen ✓ ✓ ✓ X X
Ryzen 1000 CPU Zen ✓ ✓ ✓ X X
Athlon A-Series * ✓ X ✓ X X
Ryzen Pro CPUs follow their non-Pro equivalents

* Excavator or Carrizo

** Unknown — product not announced yet

AMD’s full press release is given below.

As we head into our upcoming “Zen 3” architecture, there are considerable technical challenges that face a CPU socket as long-lived as AMD Socket AM4. For example, we recently announced that we would not support “Zen 3” on AMD 400 Series motherboards due to serious constraints in SPI ROM capacities in most of the AMD 400 Series motherboards. This is not the first time a technical hurdle has come up with Socket AM4 given the longevity of this socket, but it is the first time our enthusiasts have faced such a hurdle.


Over the past week, we closely reviewed your feedback on that news: we watched every video, read every comment and saw every Tweet. We hear that many of you hoped a longer upgrade path. We hear your hope that AMD B450 and X470 chipsets would carry you into the “Zen 3” era.


Our experience has been that large-scale BIOS upgrades can be difficult and confusing especially as processors come on and off the support lists. As the community of Socket AM4 customers has grown over the past three years, our intention was to take a path forward that provides the safest upgrade experience for the largest number of users. However, we hear you loud and clear when you tell us you would like to see B450 or X470 boards extended to the next generation “Zen 3” products.


As the team weighed your feedback against the technical challenges we face, we decided to change course. As a result, we will enable an upgrade path for B450 and X470 customers that adds support for next-gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors with the “Zen 3” architecture. This decision is very fresh, but here is a first look at how the upgrade path is expected to work for customers of these motherboards.


  1. We will develop and enable our motherboard partners with the code to support “Zen 3”-based processors in select beta BIOSes for AMD B450 and X470 motherboards.

  2. These optional BIOS updates will disable support for many existing AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processor models to make the necessary ROM space available.

  3. The select beta BIOSes will enable a one-way upgrade path for AMD Ryzen Processors with “Zen 3,” coming later this year. Flashing back to an older BIOS version will not be supported.

  4. To reduce the potential for confusion, our intent is to offer BIOS download only to verified customers of 400 Series motherboards who have purchased a new desktop processor with “Zen 3” inside. This will help us ensure that customers have a bootable processor on-hand after the BIOS flash, minimizing the risk a user could get caught in a no-boot situation.

  5. Timing and availability of the BIOS updates will vary and may not immediately coincide with the availability of the first “Zen 3”-based processors.

  6. This is the final pathway AMD can enable for 400 Series motherboards to add new CPU support. CPU releases beyond “Zen 3” will require a newer motherboard.

  7. AMD continues to recommend that customers choose an AMD 500 Series motherboard for the best performance and features with our new CPUs.

There are still many details to iron out, but we’ve already started the necessary planning. As we get closer to the launch of this upgrade path, you should expect another blog just like this to provide the remaining details and a walkthrough of the specific process.


At CES 2017, AMD made a commitment: we would support AMD Socket AM4 until 2020. We’ve spent the next three years working very hard to fulfill that promise across four architectures, plus pioneering use of new technologies like chiplets and PCIe® Gen 4. Thanks to your feedback, we are now set to bring “Zen 3” to the AMD 400 Series chipsets. We’re grateful for your passion and support of AMD’s products and technologies.

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Which Chipsets Work With AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200 CPU?

Find out which retail desktop chipsets are compatible with AMD’s Zen-based Ryzen 3 1200 processors.

In addition to discussing the chipsets that are compatible with AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200 processor, this article will discuss Recommended Motherboards below. OEM-only chipsets that are not available on retail motherboards are outside the scope of this article.

Best B450 Motherboard

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Which Chipsets Are Compatible With the Ryzen 3 1200 Processor?

For AMD’s Zen-based Ryzen 3 1200 processor, you’ll need a motherboard with an AM4 socket and a compatible chipset.

Motherboards for AMD processors are made with chipsets provided by AMD. Each chipset offers a unique set of capabilities. However, motherboards must explicitly support features and capabilities for you to use them. Verify that a motherboard supports the features and capabilities you desire.

Ryzen 1000-series CPUs, which includes the Ryzen 3 1200, are compatible with all 300 and 400-series consumer chipsets. Supported chipsets include the X470, B450, X370, B350, and A320.

The X470 and B450 are our recommended chipsets for the Ryzen 3 1200 CPU, as they provide the most functionality among compatible chipsets.

Note that the Ryzen 3 1200 CPU only supports PCIe 3.0.

400-Series Chipsets

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AMD 400-Series Desktop Chipsets
X470 B450
March 2018 March 2018
Yes Yes
One x16 + One x4
or Two x8 + One x4
at PCIe 3.0 speeds		 One x16 + One x4
at PCIe 3.0 speeds
Up to 8 lanes at PCIe 2.0 speeds Up to 6 lanes at PCIe 2.0 speeds
Up to 2 Up to 2
Up to 18 Up to 14
Up to 10 Up to 6
0, 1, 10 0, 1, 10

MAX The maximum supported PCI-Express version for the Ryzen 3 1200 CPU is PCIe 3.0.

4.0 PCIe 4.0 speeds may be supported for CPU lanes on some motherboards, with a BIOS update and CPU that supports PCIe 4.0.

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300-Series Chipsets

The A320 chipset does not support overclocking Zen-based CPUs.

AMD 300-Series Desktop Chipsets
X370 B350 A320
February 2017 February 2017 February 2017
Yes Yes Pre-Zen CPUs Only
One x16 + One x4
or Two x8 + One x4
at PCIe 3.0 speeds		 One x16 + One x4
at PCIe 3.0 speeds		 One x16 + One x4
at PCIe 3.0 speeds
Up to 8 lanes at PCIe 2.0 speeds Up to 6 lanes at PCIe 2.0 speeds Up to 4 lanes at PCIe 2.0 speeds
Up to 2 Up to 2 Up to 1
Up to 18 Up to 14 Up to 13
Up to 10 Up to 6 Up to 6
0, 1, 10 0, 1, 10 0, 1, 10

MAX The maximum supported PCI-Express version for the Ryzen 3 1200 CPU is PCIe 3. 0.

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B450 Motherboard

  • Our recommended B450 motherboard to pair with the Ryzen 3 1200:

    GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO Wi-Fi

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    • PCIe 3.0 graphics card support
    • One Gb Ethernet port is faster than most Internet speeds
    • Two NVMe M.2 slots both run at PCIe 3.0 speeds
    • 802.11AC Wi-Fi provides support for a wireless network setup
    • USB 3.2 Gen 2 offers 10 Gbps USB speeds
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Learn More About the AMD Ryzen 3 1200

  • Which Chipsets Work With AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200 CPU?
  • Choosing the Best Power Supply for AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200 CPU
  • Choosing the Best Motherboard for AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200
  • Is the Ryzen 3 1200 CPU Good for Gaming?
  • Choosing the Best RAM for AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200 CPU
  • Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for AMD’s Ryzen 3 1200
  • What Is the TDP of the Ryzen 3 1200 CPU?
  • How Many Cores Do AMD Ryzen 3 1200 CPUs Have?

Other Considerations When Building a PC

Want to brush up on other new technologies to consider when building a computer? Check out these articles:

  • Cases:
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  • CPUs:
    • Which Intel and AMD CPUs Support PCIe 5. 0?
    • Which Intel and AMD CPUs Support PCIe 4.0?
    • LGA 1700 CPU List
    • LGA 1200 CPU List
    • Look up an Intel or AMD CPU on TechReviewer for related recommendations:
  • CPU Coolers:
    • What is the Best Type of CPU cooler for a Gaming PC?
    • How to Choose a CPU Cooler for Your PC
    • Best LGA 1700 CPU Cooler for Intel’s 12th Gen Core Processors
    • Best AM4 CPU Cooler for AMD Processors
  • Storage:
    • Can an SSD Improve PC Gaming Performance? and Does an SSD Increase FPS for PC Gaming?
    • Storage Type Comparison: M.2, U.2, NVMe, SATA, SSDs, HDDs
  • Memory:
    • How to Choose the Best RAM for Your PC
    • How Much RAM Do You Need for Gaming? and Is 32 GB of RAM Worth It for Gaming?
    • DDR4 vs. DDR5? Which You Should Buy
    • Is DDR5 Worth It? The Benefits of DDR5 and What Is DDR5?
    • Which Intel and AMD CPUs Support DDR5?
  • PCI-Express:
    • Is PCIe 5. 0 Worth It?
  • Motherboards:
    • Which Motherboards Support PCIe 5.0?
    • Which Motherboards Support PCIe 4.0?
    • Which Motherboard Should You Buy for Intel’s 12th Gen CPUs?
  • Graphics Cards:
    • Which Graphics Cards Support PCIe 4.0?
  • Power Supplies:
    • How to Choose the Best Power Supply for a Gaming PC
    • How to Choose a PC Power Supply
  • Keyboards:
    • Best Mechanical Keyboard for Gaming
  • Monitors:
    • How to Choose a Gaming Monitor

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  ROG Strix TUF Prime
Model ROG Strix B450-F Gaming II ROG Strix B450-I Gaming TUF Gaming B450-PLUS II TUF Gaming B450M-PRO II TUF Gaming B450M-PLUS II Prime B450M-A II Prime B450M-K II
Form factor ATX Mini-ITX ATX mATX mATX mATX mATX
Power architecture 8+4 6+1 8+2 8+2 4+2 4+2 4+2
Memory # Slots, Maximum capacity 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB 2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB 2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB
Memory speed (MHz) 4400MHz(O.C.) 4400MHz(O.C.) 4400MHz(O.C.) 4400MHz(O.C.) 4400MHz(O.C.) 4400MHz(O.C.) 4400MHz(O.C.)
Graphics output HDMI 2.0b / DP 1.2 HDMI 2.0b HDMI 2.0b / DP 1.2 HDMI 2.0b / DP 1.2 HDMI 2.0b / DVI-D HDMI 2.0b / DVI-D / D-Sub HDMI 2.0b / DVI-D / D-Sub
Multi-GPU support 3-way CFX — 2-way CFX 2-way CFX 2-way CFX — —
  PCIe 3. 0 x16 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16 or @x8/x4)		 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16)		 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16)		 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16)		 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16)		 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16)		 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
(@x16)
PCIe 2.0 x16 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16
(max. @x4)		 — 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16
(max. @x4)		 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16
(max. @x4)		 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16
(max. @x4)		 — —
PCIe x1 3 — 3 1 1 2 2
Storage & Connectivity SATA 6Gb/s 6 4 6 6 6 6 4
M. 2 1*M.2 2280
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)
1*M.2 22110
(PCIe 3.0 x4)		 1*M.2 2280
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)
1*M.2 2280
(PCIe 3.0 x4)		 1*M.2 22110
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)
1*M.2 2280
(PCIe 2.0 x4)		 1*M.2 2280
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)
1*M.2 22110
(PCIe 3.0 x2 & SATA)		 1*M.2 22110
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)		 1*M.2 22110
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)		 1*M.2 2280
(PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)
USB 3.2 GEN 2 2(2A@B) 2(2A@B) 2(1A1C@B) 2(1A+1C@B) 1(1A@B) 2(2A@B) —
USB 3.2 GEN 1 6 (3A+1C@B, 2@F) 6 (4@B, 2@F) 5 (4@B, 1@F) 6 (4@B, 2@F) 5 (2A+1C@B, 2@F) 6 (4@B, 2@F) 6 (4@B, 2@F)
USB 2. 0 4 (2@B,2@F) 2 (2@F) 6 (4@F, 2@B) 6 (2@B, 4@F) 6 (2@B, 4@F) 4 (4@F) 6 (2@B, 4@F)
Wireless M.2 E Key only Realtek 802.11 — — — — —
Networking Ethernet Intel® I211-AT 1Gb Intel® I211-AT 1Gb Realtek L8200A 1Gb Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb
LANGuard V V V V V V V
Audio Audio codec SupremeFX S1220A SupremeFX S1220A Realtek ALC S1200A Realtek ALC S1200A Realtek ALC887 Realtek ALC887 Realtek ALC887
Impedence sense V V — — — — —
Audio AMP V V — — — — —
Audio cover V V V V V — —
Japanese capacitors V V V V V V V
Audio effects Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
Sonic Radar III		 Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
Sonic Radar III		 DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets — —
AI Noise-Canceling Microphone V — V V V — —
Cooling Onboard Fan headers 6 3 4 3 3 3 2
Heatsinked M. 2 1 1 — — — — —
AI Networking (GameFirst VI) V GameFirst IV — — — — —
Aura Sync V V V V V V —
RGB header 1*ARGB, 2*RGB 1*ARGB, 1*RGB 2*RGB 2*RGB 1*RGB 1*RGB —
CPU power connector 8-pin 8-pin 8-pin 8-pin 8-pin 8-pin 8-pin


B450, B550 and X570 platforms with processor socket AM4 — what’s the difference?

Motherboards with the AMD B550 chipset have finally appeared on sale, but their release raises certain questions, the main of which is whether it is worth upgrading the computer? In this article, we will look at all aspects of the B550 platform and walk through its main differences from other platforms with an AM4 processor socket. We hope this will help you make an informed choice when selecting components for your AMD Ryzen processor-based computer.

Although all the motherboards discussed in this article share the same processor socket (AM4), the chipset they use determines their functionality to a large extent. The main differences are described below.

Support for Zen 3 microarchitecture processors (Ryzen 4000 series) on B450 and X470 motherboards was initially unclear. AMD has announced that it is not going to ensure the compatibility of new chips with older platforms. However, fortunately, its official position has changed, and now the motherboard manufacturer decides on the implementation of compatibility.

Note that MSI has always intended to support Zen 3 processors in as many of its B450 and X470 motherboards as possible. To that end, a special beta BIOS will be made available for these boards after the release of Zen 3 processors.

While older B450 and X470 boards require a special beta BIOS to use Zen 3 processors, the B550 and X570 platforms officially support them. Thus, support for processors installed in the AM4 socket is as follows:

Requires BETA BIOS

Requires BETA BIOS

x

V

V

V

V

V

AMD Ryzen 3000 with graphics Radeon

9000

V

V

V

V

V

V 9000.

V

V

x

AMD Ryzen 2000 series

V

V

V

V

V

V

x

AMD RYZEN 2000 series with the graphics of Radeon

V

V

V

V

V

V

x

AMD Ryzen 1000

9000

V

V

V 9000 V

V 9000) V

V

X

X

Main:

  • The B550 and X570 platforms officially support Zen 3 microarchitecture processors.
  • The B550 chipset does not currently support pre-3000 series Ryzen processors, and even support for 3000 series processors is limited to models that do not have an integrated graphics core.
  • After the BIOS update, support for the Zen 3 line of processors will appear in motherboards based on the B450 and X470 chipsets.

Industry-leading Lightning PCIe 4.0 and M.2 Gen 4 interfaces

The latest PCIe 4.0 bus offers fantastic speed for anyone who needs the fastest graphics or storage subsystem. It opens a new era in the evolution of peripheral devices: video cards, drives, network adapters, etc. As expected, this bus is supported in MSI motherboards based on both new chipsets, B550 and X570.

Doubling the bandwidth of the previous standard to a fantastic 64 GB/s, PCIe 4.0 will be used by the next generation of peripherals, which will also be useful for professional applications.

A new generation of M.2 drives is already on the market, offering incredible read and write speeds of up to 5000 MB/s sequential read! This makes them ideal for professionals working with large files containing original photo and video footage. Such a fast storage subsystem will significantly speed up the entire workflow.

Support for advanced network controllers and drives

Professionals who need to store large amounts of data often rely on network storage connected to a local computer network. However, when using a previous generation infrastructure, the transfer of such data may be too slow. In addition, additional M.2 slots may be required to connect high-speed drives for local storage.

Many MSI B550 series boards have both faster network controllers and more M.2 slots than their B450 series predecessors, making them better suited for professional applications.

The following shows how many M.2 slots and network ports are available on MSI AM4 motherboards.

Model

Slot M.2

Built -in ports of the wire network

MEG X570 Godlike

2. 5G LAN

MEG X570 ACE

9000 3 9000 9000 2 + 1G LAN

MEG X570 UNIFY

3

2.5g Lan

MPG X570 GAMING RPO Carbon WiFi

2

1G LAN

MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi

1g Lan

MPG X570 GAMING PLAMING PLAMING PLUS

MAG X570 Tomahawk WiFi

2

2.5g Lan

MPG B550 Gaming Carbon WiFi

2

2.5G LAN

MPG B550 GAMING EDGE

2

2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5000 2.5H0003

2

1g Lan

MPG B550i Gaming Edge WiFi

2

2.5g Lan

MAG B550 Tomahawk

2

2.55502 MAG B550M BAZOKA

9000 2 9000 BAZOKA

MAG B550M MORTAR WIFI

2

2.5G LAN

MAG B550M MORTAR

2

2.5G LAN

B450 TOMAHAWK MAX

1

1G LAN

B450 GAMING PLUS MAX

1

1g Lan

B450 Gaming Pro Carbon Max WiFi

2

1g Lan

B450M Bazooka Max WiFi

2

1G LAN

B4503

9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000) server grade

Increased copper content in the PCB improves heat dissipation and thus improves stability, especially in overclocking mode. This is especially important for motherboards that support the high-speed PCIe 4.0 bus, and this is the engineering solution used in MSI’s B550 series models.

Thermal pad — 7 W/(m K)

To better transfer heat from cooled components, the motherboard-mounted power heatsink is equipped with a thermal pad with increased thermal conductivity of 7 W/(m K).

M.2 Shield Frozr: Protecting drives from overheating

NVMe drives can slow down when they overheat. To avoid this, all MSI B550 series motherboards have at least one Shield Frozr heatsink designed specifically for cooling the drive in the M.2 slot.

Built-in Wi-Fi 6: A new wireless standard

Many MSI B550 series motherboards do not require an additional wireless adapter as they already have built-in Wi-Fi 6. This includes the MPG B550 GAMING CARBON models WIFI, MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI, MPG B550I GAMING EDGE WIFI, MAG B550M MORTAR WIFI.

Front USB-C Interface: Connect Peripherals Easily

All MSI B550 series motherboards are equipped with front USB-C interface, which allows you to conveniently connect new generation peripherals. To take advantage of it, you’ll need an appropriate computer case — USB-C-enabled models are also available from MSI.

Power System: For current and future generations of processors

The power system of the B550 series has been improved over the B450 series so as not to limit the potential of even the most powerful AMD processors in any way.

Model

PLAZ

Processor power connectors

MEG X570 GodLike

14+1

X 8 PIN 9 PIN

MEG X570 ACE

12+2+1

2 x 8 PIN

MEG X570 Unify

12+2+1

2 x 8 PIN

MPG X570 GAMING RPO Carbon WiFi

10+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2+2 1

2 x 8 pin

MPG X570 GAMING EDGE WIFI

8+2+1

pin + 1 x 4 pin

MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI

12+2+1

1 x 8 pin + 1 x 4 pin

MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI

10+2+1

1 x 8 pin

MPG B550 GAMING PLUS

10+2+1

1 x 8 pin

MPG B550I GAMING EDGE WIFI

8+2 +1

1 x 8 PIN

MAG B550 Tomahawk

10+2+1

1 x 8 PIN

MAG B550M BAZOOKA

4+2+1

1 x 8 PIN

MAG B550M MORTAR WIFI

8+2+1

1 x 8 pin

MAG B550M MORTAR

8+2+1

1 x 8 PIN

B450 Tomahawk Max

4+2+1

1 x 8 PIN

B450 GAMING PLUS MAX

4+2+1

1 X 8 PIN

B450 GAMING PRO CARBON MAX WIFI

8+2+1

1 x 8 pin + 1 x 4 pin

B450M BAZOOKA MAX WIFI

4+2+1

1 x 8 pin

Which chipset should I prefer?

Should I change the motherboard with B450/X470 chipset?

AMD has officially authorized motherboard manufacturers to implement support for Zen 3 processors in models based on the B450 chipset. Therefore, if the only reason for the upgrade is compatibility with new processors, there is no point in changing the existing board with the B450 chipset.

We don’t know if all B450 and X470 motherboards available on the market will support the new AMD processors. However, MSI will release updates for as many of its models as possible so that users can experience the full benefits of advanced Ryzen chips without changing their motherboard. We will keep you informed!

However, MSI’s B550 series motherboards bring a lot of additional features, so if you need high-speed interfaces, improved overclocking stability, powerful power system — and all this at a relatively affordable price, then this model will be an excellent choice.

Who should upgrade to the B550 platform?

If any of the following apply to you, upgrading to an MSI B550 series motherboard would make sense:

  • You need a PCIe 4.0 bus to connect next-generation high-speed peripherals, including graphics cards.
  • You want to unlock the full speed potential of M.2 Gen4 SSDs.
  • You need an affordable motherboard that is compatible with both current and future high-end Ryzen processors.
  • You want to use high frequency RAM.
  • You need built-in Wi-Fi 6 and 2.5G Ethernet network adapters.
  • You want to access some of the premium features that are being made available to the mainstream AMD platform for the first time.

Every MSI B550 series motherboard is designed to handle the most powerful Ryzen series processors, both current and future generations. So if you want to get the most out of your Ryzen chip, the answer to the question of whether to upgrade is an obvious yes!

Who should migrate to the X570 platform?

Some professionals may require even more processing power and more upgrade options than the B550 platform offers. For them, MSI X570 series motherboards are the perfect choice. This platform should be preferred if:

  • You are using more than four USB 3. 1 devices.
  • You are using more than six SATA devices.
  • You are using more than three M.2 SSDs in PCIe Gen4 mode.

Would you like an MSI water cooling system?

The number of cores and overall speed of AMD processors are constantly growing, so current and future generations of chips require proper cooling. And although they come with standard coolers, to fully realize their frequency potential, it does not hurt to use a more efficient solution.

MSI’s 240mm and 360mm form factor water coolers cover the entire AMD Ryzen processor line up to the Threadripper series. Our recommendations for using specific coolers with certain processors are as follows:

Please check the motherboard and processor cooling system specifications on the respective product pages before purchasing. The above specifications serve only as a guideline.

AMD Ryzen 7 3700X

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AMD Ryzen 5 3600/X/XT

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TOP 15 Best Models 900 motherboard for Ryzen processors among the variety on the market. We analyzed the options available in online stores, studied their functionality, got acquainted with the technical characteristics and user reviews. Here we present the ranking of the best motherboards for Ryzen for 2022. They are grouped by the most popular request categories.

Rating of the best motherboards for Ryzen for 2022

Place Designation Price Description
Best Price/Quality Ryzen Motherboards for 2022
1 ASUS TUF B450M-PRO GAMING Ask for a price Best Ryzen Motherboard Value for Money in 2022 by User Reviews
2 MSI B450 GAMING PLUS MAX Ask for a price Rugged motherboard with all the features gamers need
3 ASRock B450 Pro4 Ask for a price Quality motherboard at an affordable price
Best motherboards for Ryzen 5 (2600-3600x)
1 ASUS PRIME B450-PLUS Ask for a price Best Motherboard for Ryzen 5 Processors
2 ASRock B450M Steel Legend Ask for a price Excellent motherboard with high performance
3 GIGABYTE B450M S2H (rev. 1.x) Ask for a price Good inexpensive motherboard based on AMD B450 chipset
Best motherboards for Ryzen 7 (2700-3700x)
1 ASUS PRIME B550M-A Ask for a price Best Ryzen 7 motherboard for 2022
2 ASRock B550M-HDV Ask for a price Quality motherboard
3 GIGABYTE B550M S2H (rev. 1.0) Ask for a price Good and reliable motherboard model
Best motherboards for Ryzen 9 (3900-5950x)
1 ASUS PRIME X570-PRO Ask for a price Best Balanced Ryzen 9 Motherboard
2 GIGABYTE X570S UD (rev. 1.0) Ask for a price Modern motherboard
3 MSI MPG X570 GAMING PLUS Ask for a price X570 high performance motherboard
Best cheap motherboards for Ryzen
1 GIGABYTE GA-A320M-S2H V2 (rev. 1.1) Ask for a price Best budget motherboard model
2 MSI B450M-A PRO MAX Ask for a price Inexpensive motherboard for Ryzen processors with massive heatsinks
3 ASRock B450M-HDV R4.0 Ask for a price Low cost motherboard with high speed data transfer

Contents

  • Best Ryzen Motherboard Rankings 2022
  • How to choose a Ryzen motherboard?
  • Best Price/Quality Ryzen Motherboards for 2022
    • 1. ASUS TUF B450M-PRO GAMING
    • 2. MSI B450 GAMING PLUS MAX

      • form factor;

      The form factor is the size of the motherboard, which is oriented in the first place, because if the device is very large, it may simply not fit into the PC case. E-ATX has dimensions of 305×330 mm, ATX — 305×244 mm, micro-ATX — 244×244 mm, mini-ITX — 170×170 mm, mini-STX (for ultra-compact PCs with external power supplies) — 140×140 mm. The standard for office and home PCs is usually the ATX format.

      • chipset;

      A chipset is a set of chips that plays a connecting role for parts and components of a PC. The functionality of the motherboard depends on it. Their main difference is the types of supported interfaces for hard drive connections and USB ports. Regular office and home PCs have cheap chipsets. Gray options appear for overclocking the processor and gaming PCs, and older options are on top models and cost a lot. If overclocking the processor is not your main task, then there is no point in buying top models.

      • number and type of connectors;

      An important feature for everyone. Who is going to connect video cards, expansion cards, drives and hard drives. It is best to shave boards with latest generation connectors. On average, you need at least 4 USB 3.1 and 3.2 connectors, it is desirable to have USB type C. It will also be important to have a pair of M. 2. slots for storing information on the SSD.

      • wireless interfaces;

      The presence of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth is also important, and to use several video cards you may need Crossfire and SLI technologies. Check out these features if you need them.

      • type and maximum memory size;

      Do not forget about the RAM. Not only the number of slots is important, but also their bandwidth. Today, most devices have DDR4 memory. Its presence should be guided in order not to miscalculate.

      • socket;

      This is the socket on the motherboard for installing the processor. It consists, as a rule, of spring-loaded or soft contacts. Make sure that the socket is compatible with the processor model you like, in our case this criterion has already been taken into account.

      Best Price/Performance Ryzen Motherboards for 2022

      1. ASUS TUF B450M-PRO GAMING

      user reviews. It has a micro-ATX format and is based on the AMD B450 chipset. Thoughtful design and innovative solutions make system assembly easier and safer. The wired network connector is reliably protected from voltage surges by special protection.

      System placement and a large heatsink with oversized thermal pads provide efficient heat dissipation and slower temperature rise during high board stress. The built-in backlight is compatible with various AURA devices. In the compatibility list with the device, you can find various options for memory modules, which will further simplify the assembly.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 128 GB;

      Advantages:

      • excellent value for money;
      • has the functionality necessary for overclocking;
      • enough ports;

      Disadvantages:

      • missing temperature sensors in some areas of the map;

      2.

      MSI B450 GAMING PLUS MAX

      The MSI B450 GAMING PLUS MAX is a solid motherboard that has all the features a gamer needs and supports Ryzen processors. With its help, you can assemble a system of any complexity, since its design is thought out to the smallest detail. A massive heatsink and plenty of fan headers help keep temperatures cool during heavy workloads.

      The graphical interface will allow you to monitor the system and control the speed of the fans, while it will change smoothly, and the fans themselves will work silently. There is also support for all types of water cooling. The motherboard has wide compatibility with various peripherals. The latest technical and engineering solutions give the device increased performance.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 64 GB;

      Advantages:

      • high-quality cooling;
      • possibility of memory overclocking;
      • large selection of settings;

      Disadvantages:

      • not very comfortable illumination;

      3.

      ASRock B450 Pro4

      The ASRock B450 Pro4 is a quality Ryzen motherboard at an affordable price. It has additional layers of high quality copper, which gives increased energy efficiency and also protects against excessive temperature rise.

      New chokes increase the current by 3 times, providing a more stable voltage for the motherboard. For fans of large images, the device offers support for three monitors, which can be connected without installing an additional video card.

      The board itself has a large number of necessary connectors for full operation: several USB 3.1 and dual M.2. There are 3 most common video outputs on board the device: D-Sub, DisplayPort and HDMI, which supports 4K video. Solid capacitors increase the life of the board.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 128 GB

      Advantages:

      • good overclocking;
      • 6 pci-e work simultaneously;
      • a large number of ports;

      Disadvantages:

      • sometimes bugs BIOS;

      Best motherboards for Ryzen 5 (2600-3600x)

      1.

      ASUS PRIME B450-PLUS

      ASUS PRIME B450-PLUS is the best ATX motherboard for Ryzen 5 processors. It will be an excellent foundation for your computer and will be the best choice for a quick and inexpensive assembly.

      Cooling has flexible settings, the user can adjust the fan speed and the operation of the water cooling pump. Thoughtful layout of the board’s memory slots ensures stable operation of Ryzen processors together with various DDR4 modules.

      Convenient and functional interface will help you quickly understand the settings. Built-in USB 3.1 has twice the bandwidth of USB 1st generation. M.2 interface. perfect for connecting various modern solid-state drives.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 128 GB

      Advantages:

      • the presence of a large number of ports;
      • convenient bios;
      • good sound quality;

      Drawbacks:

      • thin board;

      2.

      ASRock B450M Steel Legend

      ASRock B450M Steel Legend is an excellent motherboard for Ryzen 5 processors, featuring high performance and stylish design. It has 2 M.2 connectors. with high data transfer rate. Several on-board USB connectors greatly increase the potential of the device.

      The board has several additional internal layers of high quality copper, which provides a lower temperature and improved energy efficiency. Premium chokes create saturation current several times more actively and supply voltage to the motherboard more efficiently. Steel pci-e connectors allow you to securely install any graphics card, even if it is large and heavy. Black capacitors have a long service life.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 64 GB;

      Advantages:

      • bright backlight;
      • 2 M.2 connectors;
      • good sound quality;

      Drawbacks:

      • little pcie;

      3.

      GIGABYTE B450M S2H (rev. 1.x)

      GIGABYTE B450M S2H (rev. 1.x) is a good low cost motherboard based on AMD B450 chipset, which is suitable for building your gaming computer system. It is compatible with Ryzen processors. The board makes it easier and faster to work on your PC with minimal response time and faster PC and application loading.

      To protect against electrostatics, the device uses special microcircuits with a large margin of safety. The presence of special thermal sensors allows you to monitor the temperature, and Smart Fan 5 controls the fans.

      This will ensure that the device operates in a favorable mode without sacrificing performance. There is also a backlight of 7 colors. The built-in audio subsystem produces high-quality and clear sound, close to realistic.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 2;
      • maximum memory: 64 GB;

      Advantages:

      • cheap motherboard model;
      • 7-phase supply;
      • is a good set of ports;

      Disadvantages:

      • trimmed bios;

      Best motherboards for Ryzen 7 (2700-3700x)

      1.

      ASUS PRIME B550M-A

      ASUS PRIME B550M-A is the best motherboard for Ryzen 7 according to experts for 2022. It will become an excellent foundation for your computer and will be the best choice for a fast and high-quality gaming build. Cooling has flexible settings, the user can adjust the rotation of the fans.

      The board’s clever memory slot layout ensures stable operation of Ryzen processors with various DDR4 modules. A convenient and functional interface will help you quickly understand the settings.

      Built-in USB 3.1 has twice the throughput of USB 1st generation. M.2 interface. perfect for connecting various modern solid-state drives. The built-in audio system produces high-quality and realistic sound.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 64 GB;

      Advantages:

      • switchable backlight;
      • convenient bios;
      • 4 RAM slots;

      Disadvantages:

      • the cost is high;

      2.

      ASRock B550M-HDV

      The ASRock B550M-HDV is a quality motherboard for Ryzen 7 processors with enhanced performance and improved design. The gaps between the layers protect the board from electrical shorts caused by moisture. It has an M.2 connector. with high data transfer rate.

      Several on-board USB connectors greatly increase the potential of the device. The board has several additional internal layers of high-quality copper, which provides a lower temperature and improved energy efficiency.

      Premium chokes deliver multiple times the saturation current and power the motherboard more efficiently. Steel pci-e connectors allow you to securely install any graphics card, even if it is large and heavy. Black capacitors have a long service life. Six-phase power system ensures stable operation of the device.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 2;
      • maximum memory: 64 GB;

      Advantages:

      • quality assembly;
      • low cost;
      • compact dimensions;

      Disadvantages:

      • has no overclocking capability;

      3.

      GIGABYTE B550M S2H (rev. 1.0)

      GIGABYTE B550M S2H (rev. 1.0) is a good and reliable motherboard model that is suitable for Ryzen 7. It can be used when building a computer for universal use at home or in the office.

      The board conforms to the Micro-ATX form factor, so it can be used to build compact PC systems. It has 2 slots for RAM, which allow you to expand the volume up to 64 GB.

      M.2 connector available. for high speed drives. 3 video interface ports allow connection of 3 monitors. Audio capacitors and an anti-noise shield ensure excellent sound quality. The SmartFan 5 feature is used to monitor and control an array of thermal sensors, and there are hybrid connectors for connecting fans.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 2;
      • maximum memory: 64 GB;

      Advantages:

      • acceptable cost;
      • the ability to adjust the speed of coolers;
      • is easy to set up and install;

      Disadvantages:

      • not enough slots for RAM;

      Best motherboards for Ryzen 9 (3900-5950x)

      1.

      ASUS PRIME X570-PRO

      ASUS PRIME X570-PRO is the best balanced motherboard for Ryzen 9 processors today. It will become an excellent foundation for your computer and will be the best choice for a fast and high-quality gaming build.

      Cooling has flexible settings, the user can adjust the rotation of the fans. Thoughtful layout of the board’s memory slots ensures stable operation of Ryzen processors together with various DDR4 modules. A convenient and functional interface will help you quickly understand the settings.

      Built-in USB 3.1 has twice the throughput of USB 1st generation. M.2 interface. perfect for connecting various modern solid-state drives. The built-in audio system produces high-quality and realistic sound.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 128 GB;

      Advantages:

      • quality product;
      • stable operation;
      • powerful power subsystem;

      Disadvantages:

      • complicated bios;

      2.

      GIGABYTE X570S UD (rev. 1.0)

      GIGABYTE X570S UD (rev. 1.0) is an advanced AMD X570 based Ryzen 9 motherboard with advanced cooling and stable power supply. It can be used when assembling a computer for universal use at home or in the office.

      The board conforms to the Micro-ATX form factor, so it can be used to build compact PC systems. It has 2 slots for RAM, which allow you to expand the volume up to 64 GB.

      M.2 connector available. for high speed drives. 3 video interface ports allow connection of 3 monitors. Audio capacitors and an anti-noise shield ensure excellent sound quality. The SmartFan 5 feature is used to monitor and control an array of thermal sensors, and there are hybrid connectors for connecting fans.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 128 GB;

      Advantages:

      • good board functionality;
      • a good level of cooling;
      • easy to use;

      Disadvantages:

      • not the most affordable;

      3.

      MSI MPG X570 GAMING PLUS

      MSI MPG X570 GAMING PLUS is a high performance X570 chipset motherboard that offers all the features you need to build a powerful PC system. It corresponds to the Standard-ATX form factor and will be useful both when assembling a gaming system and when assembling a general-purpose computer.

      The chipset used is a reliable and efficient solution. support for CrossFire X technology allows you to use a pair of discrete video cards at once. The number of slots for RAM is 4, it can be increased up to 128 GB.

      2 M.2 connectors may be important. The lighting system is flexible. The digital power system with a large heatsink enhances performance, stability, and protects the board from overheating. The Audio Boost 4 audio system gives high-quality sound.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 4;
      • maximum memory: 128 GB;

      Advantages:

      • quality cooling system;
      • good overclocking of RAM;
      • cheap model for its segment;

      Disadvantages:

      • does not load very fast;

      Best Cheap Motherboards for Ryzen

      1.

      GIGABYTE GA-A320M-S2H V2 (rev. 1.1)

      Runs stable with 3rd generation AMD Ryzen processors. It features an excellent list of requested features, improved sound quality, and high-speed wired and wireless connectivity.

      Disk system performance and support for SATA and PCIe interfaces greatly speed up the work. Video interface ports allow you to watch content in good quality on a monitor and TV.

      Thanks to the Smart Fan, the user can be sure that the device will operate at an adequate temperature without compromising performance. In addition, the board provides a sufficient number of connectors for fans. The system has overcurrent protection, which is a must for powerful fans.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 2;
      • maximum memory: 32 GB;

      Advantages:

      • low cost;
      • small board size;
      • good and realistic sound;

      Disadvantages:

      • gets a little warm;

      2.

      MSI B450M-A PRO MAX

      The MSI B450M-A PRO MAX is a low cost Ryzen motherboard with massive heatsinks for maximum cooling. With its help, you can assemble a system of any complexity, since its design is thought out to the smallest detail. A massive heatsink and plenty of fan headers help keep temperatures cool during heavy workloads.

      The graphical interface will allow you to monitor the system and control the speed of the fans, while it will change smoothly, and the fans themselves will work silently. There is also support for all types of water cooling.

      The motherboard has wide compatibility with various peripherals. The latest technical and engineering solutions give the device increased performance.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 2;
      • maximum memory: 32 GB;

      Advantages:

      • budget model;
      • convenient bios;
      • optimal functionality;

      Disadvantages:

      • not enough RAM and slots for it;

      3.

      ASRock B450M-HDV R4.0

      ASRock B450M-HDV R4.0 is a low cost Ryzen motherboard with high speed data transfer. The gaps between the layers protect the board from electrical shorts caused by moisture. It has an M.2 connector. with high data transfer rate.

      Several on-board USB connectors greatly increase the potential of the device. The board has several additional internal layers of high-quality copper, which provides a lower temperature and improved energy efficiency.

      Premium chokes deliver multiple times the saturation current and power the motherboard more efficiently. Steel pci-e connectors allow you to securely install any graphics card, even if it is large and heavy. Solid capacitors have a long service life. It is possible to work with 3 monitors.

      Specifications:

      • socket: AM4;
      • number of memory slots: 2;
      • maximum memory: 32 GB;

      Pros:

      • cheap motherboard;
      • there is the possibility of overclocking;
      • is easy to install;

      Disadvantages:

      • few slots for RAM;

      Which company to choose?

      It’s hard to name a company that makes only excellent boards, but you should pay attention to ASUS, MSI, ASRock.

      Choosing the right Ryzen motherboard model is easy if you stick to the list of criteria you need. The more accurately you can determine the necessary parameters, the more and longer you will enjoy the service life of the device.

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      Five perfect motherboards to get the most out of your Ryzen 7 5800X

      As exciting as the recent release of the Ryzen 7 5800X has been, it has caused concern throughout the AMD gaming community as we began to question the suitability of our current setup for use with new multi-threaded octa-core monster processor.

      While one of Ryzen’s proudest, consumer-friendly, and highly valued principles up to this point has been backwards compatibility, their generosity has a limit. It’s nice to offer a versatile processor that works with multiple motherboards, but at some point AMD slows itself down, so slowly but surely, old motherboard sockets are being cut from the Ryzen team.

      But don’t worry! If you’re looking to treat yourself to the new Ryzen 7 5800X, we’ve put together a list of the top five motherboards you can pair it with to optimize performance.

      Content

      1. First glance
      2. Best option
      3. Best design
      4. Best FAUCTIONS
      5. The best premium-class option
      6. BIPET B450

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        This is by far the best all-round motherboard you can plug into a Ryzen 7 5800X.

        With this important AM4 connector, it also offers active thermal solutions in the form of PCH and VRM heatsinks, as well as integrated Wi-Fi connectivity. It supports PCI-e 4, doubling the bandwidth of PCI-e 3, and most importantly, it has a high-performance X570 chipset for flawless communication with devices.

        Best Design

        GIGABYTE X570 AORUS Master

        Editor Rating — 4.9 / 5

        If you’re interested in using a dual GPU system, you should seriously consider AORUS Master.

        Three PCI-e 4 expansion ports give you more freedom to customize your system. Master also has what many people consider the best X570 VRM format. With 14 phases of direct power and a 50 amp power stage, you’re ready for some tough overclocking.

        Best Features

        MSI MPG X570 GAMING EDGE WIFI

        Editor’s Rating — 4.8 / 5

        MPG X570 is a real motherboard ice block. Using MSI’s infamous FROZR fan cooling technology with patented propeller blade technology and based on a double ball bearing system, you get a brilliantly quiet and cool installation.

        What might interest you even more than ice cooling is MSI’s patented Core Boost Technology, a super-powerful redundant die that sends massive amounts of extra power to your CPU to boost performance beyond normal.

        Best Premium Option

        ASUS ROG X570 Crosshair VIII Hero

        Editor Rating — 4.7 / 5

        This is the premium option on our list. It’s expensive, but it’s designed specifically for use with Zen 3, Ryzen 5000-Series processors, so if you’re looking for the perfect budget-friendly motherboard for your new R7, this is it!

        Equipped with a huge number of components to expand your overclocking experience at many different levels, this is the ideal motherboard for competitive gamers looking to push the R7 8500X to its limits.

        Best with B450 Chipset

        MSI B450 Gaming Plus MAX

        Editor Rating — 4.6 / 5

        We all are looking for this super-fast and super-fast PCIe motherboard , which is why we felt it was important to include the best B450 option for the R7 5800X as well, and MSI Gaming Plus is exactly what you need.

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        Crossfire was one of the most popular and high performance B450 boards for Ryzen 3000-Series chips, so it makes sense that with the appropriate updates it will get the 5000-Series without any problems. With the same MSI core, DDR4 memory, and audio amplification technology as MPG X570, Gaming Plus and R7 5000 series processors are a perfect match.

        How we choose

        Here, we were just as excited about the new Ryzen processors as you are, not only because PC gaming is our job, but PC gaming is our life. We always know what products to share with you because these are products that we either make or seek to purchase as part of our personal gaming devices.

        In particular, when it comes to motherboards, we are looking for those that will allow the Ryzen 7 5800X to perform to its full potential. We are looking for chipsets that provide such fast and fluid communication, they evoke a sense of unity between individual components.

        We are also reviewing motherboards at different market levels, opening up opportunities for gamers in different economic situations. The bottom line is that anything that limits the gaming performance of this Ryzen processor is strictly excluded.

        Points to consider

        Socket

        The main aspect of matching the motherboard to the processor is the motherboard socket type. As computer technology advances, various connections are required to improve design and performance. For example, a new CPU may have a completely different power delivery system or memory interface than the old CPU.

        A new socket is required because processor enhancements are made by physically changing the installed matrix to support new concepts. The Ryzen 7 8500X requires an AM4 socket, but it’s important to note that this socket type does not provide compatibility on its own.

        Chipset

        The motherboard chipset is basically the main communication board. This allows all connected devices to communicate with each other by controlling the flow of data. This is the second motherboard feature that needs to be connected to the Ryzen 7 5800X.

        The most commonly produced R7 5800X chipsets are the B450 and X570. Motherboards with B450 chipsets are generally the more economical option, while motherboards with X570 chipsets are expensive high-end products. The B550, X470 and A520 chipsets are also compatible.

        Form factor

        The form factor of a motherboard is essentially determined by its size and shape. You will need to decide what works best for your setup by checking how much space you have available in your computer case.

        Measuring 12×9.5 inches, the ATX has the largest form factor and is rectangular in shape. ATX formats have multiple expansion slots, which is great if you want to connect many peripherals at the same time, such as multiple GPUs. Micro ATX is the next smallest form factor, followed by Mini TX, which uses a riser to run extensions in parallel. Micro ATX boards are only used in very small and thin cases.

        Features

        Different motherboards support different features, for example, some may have a power limited design that uses VRMs that will not allow you to increase the power of the processor for overclocking.

        Another important quality of the motherboard is its network capability. Is there built-in Wi-Fi? Would you appreciate it? Does it have a decent Gigabit Ethernet LAN port? This port will determine the speed at which the board can send and receive a certain amount of data to the Internet modem or router, so this is very important for modern games.

        The best motherboards for Ryzen 7 5800x

        Best option

        Maternal board ASUS AM4 TUF GAMING X570-PLUS

        Technical characteristics

        • Processors AMD Ryzen 2-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3-th and 3rd processors.
        • TUF Gaming X570-Plus (Wi-Fi) VRM uses 12+2 Dr.MOS power stages.
        • Comprehensive Cooling — PCH active heatsink, VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4.
        • DUAL PCIE 4.0 M.2 — Supports up to Type 22110 and NVMe SSD RAID support.
        • TUF Protection — Asus Safeslot and TUF LANGuard provide military grade protection for your PCIe slot and LAN.

        PLUS

        • X570 and PCI-e 4 chipset.
        • Excellent PCH, VRM and M.2 heatsinks.
        • Great price for an X570 motherboard.
        • Innovative and efficient power supply design with high gain potential for overclocking.
        • Wi-Fi 5.
        • Gigabit Ethernet LAN.

        CONS

        • Only two slots (but this is a big contribution to the low price).

        This Asus motherboard seems to be tailor-made for the R7 5800X, from the AM4 socket to the power design. By combining all MOSFETs and capacitors into a single unit, VRM delivers the power and power efficiency that all 5,000 CPUs need. What’s more, this power design offers enough space for R7 5800X overclocking without you needing to worry about thermal stresses.

        With hybrid fan headers and three dedicated heatsinks, the Asus X570-Plus does a great job of creating a favorable climate for the R7 processor. In fact, because the X570 chipset draws a whopping 11W, Asus has given it its own miniature fan, which is pretty impressive.

        With two PCI-e 4 M.2 expansion slots, it’s not the most customizable device, but the military-grade TUF slot design couldn’t be more impressive, and the PCI-e 4 connectivity between CPU and motherboard will simplify system communication and greatly enhance performance.

        On the network side, you can count on built-in Wi-Fi 5 connectivity and Gigabit Ethernet LAN, so whether you prefer a wireless or traditional setup, the Asus AM4 TUF X570-Plus will help you stay connected.

        Best Design

        GIGABYTE X570 AORUS Master

        Specifications

        • Assumed high end build.
        • Shape Factor — ATX.
        • Overclocking support — yes.
        • Socket — AM4.
        • Chipset — X570.

        PLUS

        • Cooling capacity load.
        • Epic build quality.
        • Individual IOMMUs for all three PCI-e 4 slots.
        • High performance interface.
        • X570 chipset.
        • Great for OC-ing.
        • Well thought out UEFI.

        MINUS

        • One USB and SATA IOMMU. The

        Master is an incredibly high-end motherboard, so it might be a bit of a go-to for a lot of people, especially if you’re probably pairing your motherboard purchase with a Ryzen 5000 processor. However, if you can reach out, we guarantee you won’t disappointed.

        With three PCI-e 4 slots, each in its own IOMMU group, you can run a dual GPU setup or connect a variety of peripherals that best suit your gaming needs and desires. Unfortunately, in addition to PCI-e 4, the connections built into the chipset, namely the USB and SATA interfaces, are bundled together into a single IOMMU. It won’t degrade performance much, it’s just a bit gimmicky for an impressive board.

        Because it’s so powerful, the Master generates quite a lot of heat, but Gigabyte knows what they’re doing in terms of thermals. With 7 fan headers, a dedicated fan for the X570 chipset, and built-in temperature sensors that communicate with the included software, you can set up detailed, custom cooling local to any component.

        The build quality couldn’t be better because this is one cool mother! With low-loss PCBs and tons of copper, this thing is sure to outlive your CPU. UEFI is great too, offering fully customizable performance. Master is a fantastic combination for the 5800X. Together they scored 2

      7. Electrostatic gap protection.
      8. 2 PCI-e 4 slots and 3 X1 slots.
      9. Core and memory expansion technology.
      10. Gorgeous RGB lighting.

    CONS

    • The food design is not the most efficient (but quite normal).

    Where many budget X570 boards have failed, MSI MPG has won. With built-in Wi-Fi 5, multiple USB ports, audio amplification 4, two PCI-e Gen 4 slots (one M.2 slot is directed to the CPU and the other to the chipset), 2 side X16 slots, 3 slots X1, and 6 SATA ports, it has all the features you’re looking for in a board of this type.

    It also has pre-installed I/O port shielding that is fully grounded to protect both the motherboard itself and expensive peripherals from ESD.

    In terms of power design, the 4+2 double phrase isn’t exactly the best, but with the 5800X drawing 105W at full load, the VRM temperature should only peak between 70-75°C, which means there’s plenty of room to overclock especially because MSI really has you covered when it comes to thermal technology. You get their patented FROZR fan blade design based on a rugged double ball bearing system and impressive heatsinks.

    A really useful feature is the memory upscaling technology, which essentially stabilizes the signals to provide up to 64 Gb/s throughput. Needless to say, it is fully capable of supporting the 3200MHz capacity of the R7 5800X. What’s more, there’s a core power boost feature that runs a redundant circuitry that injects a huge power boost into your CPU. Your 5800X won’t know exactly what happened!

    Best Premium

    ASUS ROG X570 Crosshair VIII Hero

    Specifications

    • Assumed assembly — AMD — High-end.
    • Shape Factor — ATX.
    • Overclocking support — yes.
    • Socket — AM4.
    • Chipset — X570.

    PLUS

    • Premium components
    • Safe boot button, slow mode and LN2 mode for extreme overclocking.
    • The most impressive cooling solutions on the list.
    • Wi-Fi 6 and Aquantia 5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN.
    • 4 expansion slots.
    • Designed specifically for Zen 3.
    • Excellent AI Suite 3 software.
    • Quality VRM for OC processing.
    • Integrated OLED panel.

    CONS

    • Very expensive.

    First, a small disclaimer: this board is not for everyone. This is a very expensive and expensive product made for those gamers who are constantly chasing the OC dragon. Equipped with a host of OC-specific features from light to extreme boost, you can let your inner mad scientist out without fear of destroying your expensive gear.

    Since there is a lot of power going through this board, Asus has gone to great lengths to ensure proper cooling. With a Chill EKIII waterblock, ultra-wide copper mounts, custom M.2 and PCH heatsinks, four fan headers, a ROG chipset vented fan, and even a custom circuit water pump connector, this beast will never overheat.

    However, this is not just an OC switch. From Wi-Fi 6 and gigabyte LAN connectivity, all the way to USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, it’s impressive in every way. The intuitive AI Suite 3 is also exquisitely designed. It has never been easier to perfect the performance of any given application.

    Aesthetically, this is a fairly neutral board, but not without highlights. The LiveDash OLED panel provides a really cool and colorful customizable graphics display, but if that seems too bright to you, it can also just be customized to display performance information.

    Best option with B450 chipset

    MSI B450 Gaming Plus MAX

    Specifications

    • Suggested build — budget build
    • Form factor — ATX
    • Acceleration Support — yes
    • SOCKET — AM4
    • Chipset — B450

    PLASS

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    • Six PCI-e slots for connecting all your favorite peripherals.
    • Reliable radiators.
    • Kernel, sound and memory functions.
    • Excellent value (cheaper than the Tomahawk, but with identical performance).
    • The B450 chipsets are probably all you need, and MSI makes some of the best.
    • No chipset fan required.

    CONS

    • No PCI-e 4. 0.
    • SATA ports 5 and 6 are disabled if you use the PCI-e slots.

    Just because it’s not a super-powerful X570 board doesn’t mean it will severely limit your R7 processor. The only thing you can’t get the most out of is PCI-e gen 4, which means your connection bandwidth will be halved.

    Despite the relatively low price and B450 chipset, the Gaming Plus Max is trying to lay the groundwork for intense overclocking, and this is all the more highlighted by the thought that MSI has invested in cooling devices.

    The heatsinks on this thing are heavy duty. In fact, we’d say they’re more like heat baths than sinks, and they’re supported by five fan headers located around the motherboard, but if for some reason you need to plug in a sixth fan, the water pump header serves as an additional fan header. .

    Other features include excellent stabilized memory signal and core amplification that we have seen in X570 MSI motherboard, audio amplification function using high quality Japanese capacitors, 6 SATA interface, four X1 PCI-e slots and two full size PCI slots — e slots.