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Large E-ATX motherboard with black metal armour and silver heatsinks, four DDR5 slots, multiple M.2 covers, dual USB4 ports

GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE X870E AORUS XTREME AI TOP AMD motherboard

SKU CH-V948-X7MKA

E-ATX AM5 board with 256 GB DDR5, four M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0, dual USB4, Wi-Fi 7 and twin 10 GbE LAN

  • CPU Socket TypeAM5
  • ChipsetAMD X870E
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB
  • Memory Performance ProfileIntel XMP 3.0 / AMD EXPO
  • ECC SupportedYes
  • Supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series processors on AM5 socket
  • 256 GB DDR5 capacity across four DIMM slots with EXPO profiles
  • 18+2+2 phase VRM using 110 A smart power stages for stable delivery
  • Four M.2 slots plus PCIe 5.0 x16 and dual USB4 for high-speed expansion
  • Dual 10 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast networking

Socket AM5 Platform

The GIGABYTE X870E AORUS XTREME AI TOP motherboard accepts AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series processors in the AM5 socket. It delivers an 18+2+2 phase power design with 110A smart power stages for stable operation under heavy multi-threaded workloads. Four DDR5 slots support up to 256GB of memory with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles. The board targets enthusiasts building high-core-count workstations or AI-focused systems.

DIY Installation Features

Tool-free EZ-Latch mechanisms secure both the primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and the four M.2 connectors, so graphics cards and SSDs click in without screws. The Wi-Fi EZ-Plug antenna header and an EZ-Debug zone with diagnostic LEDs simplify first-boot troubleshooting. VRM and M.2 thermal guards are pre-fitted, reducing the number of separate heatsink pieces to handle. The E-ATX form factor needs a compatible chassis with sufficient mounting holes and rear-I/O cut-out space.

Pre-Build Compatibility Checks

Verify that your case accepts E-ATX dimensions and that the power supply provides the required 24-pin ATX plus dual 8-pin CPU connectors for the 18+2+2 phase VRM. Confirm the CPU cooler clearance against the VRM heatsink height in the chassis specifications. Ensure the operating system supports WIFI7 and BLUETOOTH 5.3 for full wireless functionality. Check that any M.2 2280 or 2580 drives you plan to use match the keying and PCIe generation supported by the specific slot.

Highlights

  • Supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 series processors on AM5 socket
  • 256 GB DDR5 capacity across four DIMM slots with EXPO profiles
  • 18+2+2 phase VRM using 110 A smart power stages for stable delivery
  • Four M.2 slots plus PCIe 5.0 x16 and dual USB4 for high-speed expansion
  • Dual 10 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast networking

Specifications

BrandGIGABYTE
ModelX870E AORUS XTREME AI TOP
CPU Socket TypeAM5
ChipsetAMD X870E
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Memory Performance ProfileIntel XMP 3.0 / AMD EXPO
ECC SupportedYes
Buffer SupportedUn-buffered
PCI Express 5.0 x161 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU:
AMD Ryzen 9000/7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x16 mode
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x8 mode
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
* The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.
* The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD.
If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
1 x PCI Express x16 slot
PCI Express 4.0 x16Chipset:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x2 (PCIEX2)
* The PCIEX2 slot shares bandwidth with the M2E_SB connector. The PCIEX2 slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2E_SB connector
M.21 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 SSDs:
AMD Ryzen 9000/7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSDs
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
2 x M.2 connectors (M2D_SB, M2B_SB), integrated in the Chipset, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
1 x M.2 connector (M2E_SB), integrated in the Chipset, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x2 SSDs
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
SATA RAIDRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices
* RAID 5 is only available on AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Processors
RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC1220
Audio Channels5.1 Channels
LAN Chipset2 x Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN chips
Max LAN Speed2 x 10Gbps
Wireless LANWi-Fi 802.11 be
BluetoothBLUETOOTH 5.3
Back I/O Ports1 x Q-Flash Plus button
1 x Clear CMOS button
1 x HDMI port (Note)
2 x USB4 USB Type-C ports (DisplayPorts (Note))
6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x RJ-45 ports
2 x antenna connectors (2T2R)
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
2 x audio jacks
(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.
Onboard USB1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
Other Connectors1 x CPU fan header
1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
4 x system fan headers
4 x system fan/water cooling pump headers
3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
1 x RGB LED strip header
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
2 x temperature sensor headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x noise detection header
1 x HDMI port (Note)
1 x Trusted PlatformModule header (For theGC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)
1 x power button
1 x reset button
1 x reset jumper
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Voltage Measurement Points
(Note) Actu
Form FactorExtended ATX
Dimensions (W x L)12.0" x 10.6"
Power Pin1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
BIOS Feature1 x 256 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Windows 11Windows 11 64-bit
FeaturesSupport for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Q-Flash Plus
Support for Smart Backup

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 18+2+2 power stage design is active after assembly?

The EZ-Debug Zone on the board shows POST codes and status LEDs; a steady CPU light after power-on means the 110A smart power stages are delivering current to the socket.

What ships with the board and what must I source separately for the four M.2 slots?

Included are M.2 EZ-Latch screws, Wi-Fi EZ-Plug antenna, SATA cables, I/O shield and driver media; you still need to buy up to four M.2 SSDs (2280/2580/22110/25110) and DDR5 modules.

Which memory capacity should I pick for the four DDR5 slots?

The board supports up to 256GB total across four 288-pin slots; populate all four with matched DDR5 EXPO kits for maximum capacity or use two modules for lower density.

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