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Black ATX motherboard with large silver VRM heatsinks, four DDR5 slots and a silver Ryzen 9 9950X CPU in the AM5 socket

ASUS

ASUS TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 + Ryzen 9 9950X AMD motherboard CPU combo

SKU CH-BYTK-3BXQC

Pairs a 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X with an X870E board offering DDR5 to 8000 MT/s, PCIe 5.0 graphics and M.2, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5 GbE and dual USB4

  • CPU Socket TypeAM5
  • ChipsetAMD X870E
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Memory StandardSupports up to 8000+MT/s (OC)
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB
  • Channel SupportedDual Channel

Motherboard TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7

CPU + R9 9950X

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with power and connectivity for demanding applications
  • Stable power delivery from 16+2+1 80A power stages on an 8-layer PCB
  • AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and AEMP simplify setup and improve performance
  • Four M.2 slots including two PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0 for high-speed storage
  • Wi-Fi 7, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, rear USB4 40Gbps Type-C and front USB 20Gbps Type-C with 30W PD

Ready for Advanced AI PC

This ASUS motherboard and CPU combo pairs the TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 with a Ryzen 9 9950X processor. The 16-core, 32-thread CPU runs at up to 5.7 GHz boost and includes 64MB L3 cache. The board uses the AMD X870E chipset on Socket AM5. It targets builders who need high core counts and modern connectivity for demanding workloads.

Straightforward AM5 installation

The AM5 socket uses a land-grid array so there are no fragile pins on the CPU. Align the triangle markers, lower the retention arm, and secure the cooler to the four mounting holes. The 8+8 pin ProCool connectors seat firmly and the 8-layer PCB resists flex. A common error is forgetting to update the BIOS before installing a newer Ryzen 9000 series chip, which prevents POST.

PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 practical limits

Two M.2 slots run at PCIe 5.0 x4 speeds while two more operate at PCIe 4.0 x4. The primary x16 slot is PCIe 5.0 with Ryzen 9000 and 7000 CPUs, but drops to PCIe 4.0 with Ryzen 8000 series. Memory tops out at 256GB across four DDR5 slots, with EXPO and AEMP profiles helping reach 8000+ MT/s. Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gbps LAN provide current wireless and wired ceilings.

Highlights

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with power and connectivity for demanding applications
  • Stable power delivery from 16+2+1 80A power stages on an 8-layer PCB
  • AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and AEMP simplify setup and improve performance
  • Four M.2 slots including two PCIe 5.0 and two PCIe 4.0 for high-speed storage
  • Wi-Fi 7, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, rear USB4 40Gbps Type-C and front USB 20Gbps Type-C with 30W PD

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelTUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7+R9 9950X
CPU Socket TypeAM5
ChipsetAMD X870E
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Memory StandardSupports up to 8000+MT/s (OC)
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
ECC SupportedYes
Buffer SupportedUn-buffered
Memory FeatureSupports 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 x16AMD 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 x161 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
PCI Express x11 x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot
Serial ATA (SATA)4 x SATA 6Gb/s
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 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 RAIDAMD 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 ChannelsRealtek 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 Speed2.5Gbps
Wireless LANWi-Fi 802.11 be
BluetoothYes
Back I/O Ports2 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 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
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 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
SoftwareASUS 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 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
- 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 Contents1 x AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU
1 x Shin-Etsu X-23-7868-2D (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

How can I confirm the 16+2+1 80A power stages are delivering stable voltage to the Ryzen 9 9950X after assembly?

Enter the UEFI and monitor the CPU core voltage and VRM temperature readings under load; the AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II features will also report optimisation status in the ASUS dashboard.

Which components are included in the combo box and what must I purchase separately such as DDR5 memory or an M.2 SSD?

The box contains the TUF GAMING X870E-PLUS WIFI7 motherboard and the Ryzen 9 9950X processor; you must buy DDR5 DIMMs up to 256 GB, M.2 drives for the four slots, a graphics card, a PSU with 8+8 pin ProCool connectors, and a CPU cooler.

Should I choose the two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots or the two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots for my primary OS drive?

Use the M.2_1 or M.2_2 slot that supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode for the fastest OS drive; the other two slots run at PCIe 4.0 and are better suited for secondary storage.

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