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ASUS TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi AM5 ATX AMD motherboard & Ryzen 9 9900X CPU combo

SKU CH-E980-SBPSV

Pairs an AM5 board with a 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X, delivering DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 graphics and M.2 slots, WiFi 7, 2.5Gb LAN, dual USB4 40Gbps ports and a 16+2+1 80A power design

  • ChipsetAMD X870
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Memory StandardDDR5 4400
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB
  • Channel SupportedDual Channel
  • ECC SupportedYes
  • 12 cores and 24 threads handle heavy workloads with the Ryzen 9 9900X
  • 16+2+1 80A SPS power stages deliver stable voltage to the CPU
  • Two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots plus two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots give fast storage options
  • Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gb Ethernet provide high-speed wired and wireless links
  • Dual USB4 40Gbps Type-C ports enable rapid data and video throughput

Combo ready for AI workloads

The ASUS TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi motherboard paired with the Ryzen 9 9900X delivers a Socket AM5 platform built for advanced AI computing. The 12-core, 24-thread processor reaches a 5.6 GHz max boost and provides 64 MB L3 cache. The board supports DDR5 4400 memory up to 256 GB across four 288-pin slots with dual-channel architecture and EXPO profiles.

80A power stages and extensive I/O

An enhanced power solution uses 16+2+1 80A SPS stages on an 8-layer PCB with ProCool connectors for stable delivery. Rear I/O includes dual USB4 40Gbps Type-C ports, three USB 10Gbps Type-A ports, four USB 5Gbps Type-A ports, one USB 2.0 port, HDMI, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7 and 7.1-channel audio. Front-panel headers add a USB 20Gbps Type-C connector with 30W PD fast charging.

PCIe 5.0 lanes and M.2 limits

The CPU provides one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 5.0 M.2 2280 slots, while the chipset adds two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots. SATA RAID 0/1/5/10 is available, though RAID 5 requires a Ryzen 9000 series processor. DDR5 memory tops out at 5600 MT/s on the CPU controller, so faster kits run via EXPO or AEMP within board limits.

Highlights

  • 12 cores and 24 threads handle heavy workloads with the Ryzen 9 9900X
  • 16+2+1 80A SPS power stages deliver stable voltage to the CPU
  • Two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots plus two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots give fast storage options
  • Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gb Ethernet provide high-speed wired and wireless links
  • Dual USB4 40Gbps Type-C ports enable rapid data and video throughput

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelTUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI+R9 9900X
ChipsetAMD X870
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Memory StandardDDR5 4400
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
ECC SupportedYes
Buffer SupportedUn-buffered
Memory FeatureDual channel memory architecture
Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO)
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
PCI Express 5.0 x16AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
PCI Express 4.0 x16AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)
M.2AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)**
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot not support
AMD X870 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)***
** The PCIEX16(G5) shares bandwidth with M.2_2. The PCIEX16(G5) will run to x8 mode when M.2_2 runs.
*** The PCIEX16(G4) shares bandwidth with M.2_4.
SATA RAID* AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10 and SATA RAID 0/1. RAID 5 Funciton is only supportted by AMD Ryzen 9000 series CPU.
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Audio cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192
Audio Channels7.1 Channels
Back I/O Ports2 x USB4 (40Gbps) (2 x USB Type-C)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
1 x HDMI port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack button
Onboard USB1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge )
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Other ConnectorsFan and Cooling Related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
1 x W_PUMP+ header
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
Form FactorATX
Dimensions (W x L)12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
BIOS Feature256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Windows 11Supported
FeaturesASUS TUF PROTECTION
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with SPS)
- ESD Guards
- TUF LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- PCIe Slot Q-Release
- Q-Antenna
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack button
- BIOS FlashBack LED
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen 2 headers
Front Panel USB 20Gbps with PD Fast Charge Support
- Support: u
Package Contents1 x AMD Ryzen 9 9900X CPU
Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
2 x M.2 rubber packages
1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
1 x TUF GAMING sticker
Documentation
1 x TUF certification card
1 x Quick start guide

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Questions about this item

What PCIe standard does the x16 slot use and what speed does it cap at?

The board provides one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot running at x16 mode, so the graphics card is limited to PCIe 5.0 bandwidth.

What case clearance and mounting pattern does the ATX board need?

It follows the standard ATX form factor, so any case with ATX standoffs and I/O shield cut-out will fit the board.

How is the CPU installed on the AM5 socket and what step is often missed?

Lift the lever, align the triangle on the Ryzen 9 9900X with the socket marker, lower the chip without force, close the lever, then attach the cooler — forgetting to remove the socket cover or skipping the alignment triangle are the common errors.

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