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MSI MEG X670E ACE

ATX · DDR5 · 4 DIMMs · 22-phase VRM · Wi-Fi 6E

Quality
101
VRM
101
Value
27
Amazon
$700
MSI MEG X670E ACE
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$700
Unavailable Updated 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Overall101.2
VRM101.0
Chipset93.0
Expansion / storage110.0
Connectivity104.0
Audio98.0
Quality / price27.5
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Written analysis

MSI MEG X670E ACE at a glance

The MSI MEG X670E ACE uses the ATX form factor, AM5 socket, and X670E chipset. This is a high-end platform with the feature headroom expected in an enthusiast gaming or productivity build.

Memory support is DDR5 across 4 DIMM slots, with up to 256 GB and rated overclocked speeds up to 8000 MT/s.

Best fit: a premium gaming or creator build that will use the stronger VRM, storage, and I/O rather than simply needing a compatible socket.

Power delivery

The calculated VRM score is 101.0, placing the power delivery in the ultra high-end class. The board lists 22 CPU power phases, 90 A power stages in a 22+2+1 layout. CPU power input is listed as 2. That is appropriate for sustained high-power CPUs and aggressive tuning when case airflow and VRM cooling are also adequate.

Expansion and storage

The expansion and storage score is 110.0: exceptionally well equipped . The platform supports PCIe 5.0. Physical expansion includes 3 ×16 slots.

On-board storage consists of 4 M.2 slots and 6 SATA ports. Supported M.2 lengths are listed as 22110, 2280, 2260. That is enough NVMe capacity for a multi-drive gaming or creator setup without immediately relying on an add-in card.

Connectivity and rear I/O

The connectivity score is 104.0, rated premium . Wireless networking is Wi-Fi 6E ; wired networking is Marvell® AQC113CS-B1-C 10Gbps LAN at up to 10000 Mbps. Bluetooth 5.3 is included. The recorded USB provision is 11 rear connections and 10 front-panel connections. The specification sheet below separates every USB speed and connector type.

Display connectivity includes USB-C DisplayPort. These motherboard outputs require a processor with integrated graphics.

Audio

The audio score is 98.0. This is an ultra-premium onboard implementation based on Realtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA, aimed at users who want strong analogue output without immediately adding a USB DAC. Optical S/PDIF is present for digital audio equipment.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 101.20, placing this board in the specialist flagship class. Its appeal is breadth—power delivery, expansion, I/O, and onboard features—not merely socket compatibility.

At the recorded Amazon price, the quality-to-price score is 27.5. This is a feature-first premium purchase; compare nearby boards if several flagship extras would go unused.

Board data

Full specifications

Platform, expansion, storage, rear I/O, internal headers, networking, audio, and board controls in one sheet.

General

Manufacturer
MSI
Motherboard
MSI MEG X670E ACE
Chipset / socket
X670E / AM5
Form factor
ATX
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$700
Availability
Unavailable
Price updated
3 months, 3 weeks ago

VRM

CPU phases
22 (90 A)
Power design
22+2+1
EPS connector
2

Memory

Type / slots
DDR5 / 4 DIMMs
Max capacity / OC
256 GB / 8000 MT/s
Per DIMM
64 GB
XMP / EXPO
Not recorded

PCIe

Supported version
PCIe 5.0
x16 physical
3
x16 Gen 5
3

Storage

M.2 slots
4
M.2 lengths
22110, 2280, 2260
SATA ports
6

Display outputs

HDMI
No
DisplayPort
No
USB-C DisplayPort
Yes · 1.4 · 4K 120Hz

USB

Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 10 Gbps
8
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10 Gbps
1
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
2
Front USB 2.0
4
Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
4
Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10 Gbps
1
Front USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
1
Header USB 2.0
4
Header USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
4
Header USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 10 Gbps
1
Header USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
1

Networking

Ethernet
Marvell® AQC113CS-B1-C 10Gbps LAN
LAN ports
1
LAN speed
10000 Mbps
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E
Wi-Fi bandwidth
20/40/80/160MHz
Bands
2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Bluetooth
5.3

Audio

Chipset
Realtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA
Analog jacks
—
Gold-plated jacks
No
Optical S/PDIF
Yes
Spatial audio
No

Buttons

BIOS flashback
Yes
Clear CMOS
Yes
Q-Flash Plus
No
Smart button
Yes
Onboard start / reset
No

Additional information

Memory notes
Supports un-buffered memory and AMD EXPO. The maximum overclocking frequency depends on the memory configuration: 1DPC 1R up to 8000+ MHz, 1DPC 2R up to 6400+ MHz, 2DPC 1R up to 6400+ MHz, and 2DPC 2R up to 5400+ MHz. The base JEDEC speed is 4800 MHz.
Display notes
Supports DisplayPort 1.4 with HBR3. Video output is available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
Expansion notes
Supports x16/x0/x4 or x8/x8/x4 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors). Supports x8/x0/x4 (For Ryzen™ 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors). Supports x4/x0/x2 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processors). PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU). PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x8 (From CPU). PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x4 (From CPU). This rear USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port and PCI_E3 slot share the same bandwidth. When installing a device in the PCI_E3 slot, the port would be unavailable by default. You can go to BIOS > Setting > Advanced > PCIe/PCI Subsystem Setting > PCI_E3/Rear USB-C 20 Switch to select the available device.
M.2_1
5.0 4 · 2280, 2260 · From CPU
M.2_2
4.0 4 · 2280, 2260 · From Chipset
M.2_3
4.0 4 · 2280, 2260 · From Chipset
M.2_4
4.0 4 · 22110, 2280 · From Chipset
USB notes
Internal IO lists a 'Front Type-C Quick Charge Connector(PD_PWR1)', suggesting Power Delivery support for a front Type-C port. One of the rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C ports also supports DisplayPort.
Audio notes
7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio. Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel.
Networking notes
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot. Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX. Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in Windows 11. Bluetooth 5.3 will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.
Button notes
The text also mentions a 'Slow Mode Booting Jumper(JSLOW)'.
Fan / RGB headers
1 CPU · — OPT · 2 AIO · 5 chassis · 3 ARGB · 1 RGB
Thermal sensors
2
Other headers
Front audio · System panel · TPM
Dimensions
30.5 cm x 24.4 cm

Extracted notes sit here. Official manufacturer copy is at the bottom of the page.

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Vendor copy

Official manufacturer data

Raw manufacturer text kept for reference. Structured specs above are extracted from this copy and are the source for scores and tables.

Memory

4x DDR5, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
Memory Support DDR5 8000+(OC)/ 7800(OC)/ 7600(OC)/ 7400(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/ 5200(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz
Max. overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 8000+ MHz
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ MHz

Supports Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Supports AMD EXPO

Graphics

1x Type-C DisplayPort
Supports DisplayPort 1.4 with HBR3, maximum resolution of 4K 120Hz*
*Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
1x Type-C Display port

Expansion slots

3x PCI-E x16 slot
• Supports x16/x0/x4 or x8/x8/x4 (For Ryzen™ 9000/ 7000 Series processors)
• Supports x8/x0/x4 (For Ryzen™ 8700/ 8600/ 8400 Series processors)
• Supports x4/x0/x2 (For Ryzen™ 8500/ 8300 Series processors)
PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x8 (From CPU)
PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x4 (From CPU)

* This rear USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port and PCI_E3 slot share the same bandwidth. When installing a device in the PCI_E3 slot, the port would be unavailable by default. You can go to BIOS > Setting > Advanced > PCIe/PCI Subsystem Setting > PCI_E3/Rear USB-C 20 Switch to select the available device.

Storage

4x M.2
M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_2 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_4 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280 devices
6x SATA 6G

USB

4x USB 2.0 (Front)
4x USB 2.0 ports (Front)
4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front)
8x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear)
1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear)
1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Front)
2x USB 20Gbps Type C (Rear)
1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Front)

Internal I/O

1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
1x Front Type-C Quick Charge Connector(PD_PWR1)
1x CPU Fan
2x Pump Fan
5x System Fan
2x Front Panel (JFP)
1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
1x Water Flow connector
1x Slow Mode Booting Jumper(JSLOW)
1x Front Audio (JAUD)
2x Thermal Sensor connectors(T_SEN)
1x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH)
3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
1x RGB LED connector(JRGB)
1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
V-check point
4x USB 2.0 ports
4x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
1x USB 10Gbps Type C ports
1x USB 20Gbps Type C ports

Rear I/O

Clear CMOS Button
Flash BIOS Button
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (Type-A)
10G Super LAN
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
HD Audio Connectors
Smart Button
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps (Type-C)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (Type-C Display port)
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps (Type-C)
Optical S/PDIF-Out

Wireless

AMD Wi-Fi 6E
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX
Supports 20MHz, 40MHz, 80MHz,160MHz bandwidth in 2.4GHz/ 5GHz or 6GHz* bands
Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax

Supports Bluetooth® 5.3**

* Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in Windows 11.
** Bluetooth 5.3 will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.

Audio

Realtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA
7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel

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