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ASUS TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 AMD Motherboard & Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU Combo
Pairs an AM5 motherboard with 16+2+1 80A power stages, four M.2 slots and Wi-Fi 7 with a 16-core Zen 5 CPU featuring 128MB L3 cache and Radeon graphics
- CPU Socket TypeAM5
- ChipsetAMD X870E
- Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
- Memory StandardSupports up to 8000+MT/s (OC)
- Maximum Memory Supported256GB
- Channel SupportedDual Channel
model TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7
- PROART X870E-CREATOR WIFI
- PRIME X870-P
- PRIME X870-P WIFI
- X870 MAX GAMING WIFI7
- X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W
- TUF GAMING X870-PRO WIFI7 W NEO
- TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
- TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7
- ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI
- ROG STRIX X870-H GAMING WIFI7 S
- ROG STRIX X870E-H S MIKU
- ROG STRIX X870E-H GAMING WIFI7
+CPU + Ryzen 9 9950X3D
- Stable power for heavy workloads backed by 16+2+1 80A power stages
- Simplified tuning with AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II built in
- Fast storage expansion via two PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
- High-speed wired and wireless links through Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gb Ethernet
- Massive 128MB L3 cache on the Ryzen 9 9950X3D for gaming and AI tasks
Combo built for AI workloads
This bundle pairs the TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 motherboard with a Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor on the AM5 socket. The board delivers 16+2+1 80A power stages, an 8-layer PCB and dual 8+8 pin ProCool connectors. Memory support reaches 256 GB across four DDR5 slots at up to 8000+ MT/s with EXPO and AEMP profiles.
Suits multi-threaded creators and AI developers
Sixteen Zen 5 cores with 128 MB L3 cache and a 170 W TDP make the CPU strong for rendering, compilation and local model inference. Builders who only need mainstream gaming performance or a lower power envelope should consider a smaller Ryzen 7000 or 8000 series chip instead.
Sustained load behaviour
The enlarged VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsinks and PCH heatsink work with hybrid fan headers and AI Cooling II to maintain stable delivery during long compile or training runs. PCIe 5.0 x16 and two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots keep storage and GPU bandwidth from throttling, while Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet sustain network throughput.
Highlights
- Stable power for heavy workloads backed by 16+2+1 80A power stages
- Simplified tuning with AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II built in
- Fast storage expansion via two PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
- High-speed wired and wireless links through Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gb Ethernet
- Massive 128MB L3 cache on the Ryzen 9 9950X3D for gaming and AI tasks
Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Model | TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7+R9 9950X3D |
| CPU Socket Type | AM5 |
| Chipset | AMD X870E |
| Number of Memory Slots | 4x288pin (DDR5) |
| Memory Standard | Supports up to 8000+MT/s (OC) |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 256GB |
| Channel Supported | Dual Channel |
| ECC Supported | Yes |
| Buffer Supported | Un-buffered |
| Memory Feature | Supports up to 8000+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM Dual channel memory architecture Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) |
| PCI Express 5.0 x16 | AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode) |
| PCI Express 4.0 x16 | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) |
| PCI Express x1 | 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot |
| Serial ATA (SATA) | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 | AMD 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 2242/2260/2280/22110 (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 is not supported AMD X870 Chipset M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) ** M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIex16(G5)_1 When M.2_2 runs at PCIe x4 mode, PCIex16(G5)_1 will run x8. |
| SATA RAID | AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology Ryzen 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10 Ryzen 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10 |
| Audio Channels | Realtek 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/19 |
| Max LAN Speed | 2.5Gbps |
| Wireless LAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 be |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Back I/O Ports | 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) ports (2 x USB Type-C) 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x HDMI port 1 x Wi-Fi module 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x BIOS FlashBack button |
| Onboard USB | 1 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 Connectors | Fan 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 Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Chassis Intrusion header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Dimensions (W x L) | 12.0" x 9.6" |
| Power Pin | 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors |
| BIOS Feature | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
| Software | ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Creator - Aura Sync - Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II) ASUS AI Advisor ASUS DriverHub ASUS GlideX USB Wattage Watcher TurboV Core TUF GAMING CPU-Z DTS Audio Processing Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS AI Overclocking Guide ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS MyHotkey |
| Windows 11 | Supported |
| Features | ASUS 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 - Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot) - 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 heatsinks - 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 Sup |
| Package Contents | 1 x AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU 1 x Shin-Etsu X-23-7921-5 (1.8g) 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 Quick start guide |
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Questions about this item
What DDR5 memory kit do I need to reach the 8000+ MT/s speed this motherboard supports?
You need a DDR5 kit rated for 8000+ MT/s with EXPO profiles; the board has four 288-pin slots supporting up to 256 GB in dual-channel mode.
Will my existing PCIe 4.0 graphics card run at full speed in the PCIe 5.0 x16 slot?
Yes, the PCIe 5.0 x16 slot is backward compatible and will run a PCIe 4.0 graphics card at its native x16 bandwidth.
How can I confirm the two onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots are active after installing drives?
Enter the BIOS and check the M.2_1 and M.2_2 entries; they should show the installed drives operating in PCIe 5.0 x4 mode.
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