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ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI

Mini-ITX · DDR5 · 2 DIMMs · 10-phase VRM · 7 (802.11be)

Quality
76
VRM
56
Value
35
Amazon
$416
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI
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Overall76.2
VRM56.0
Chipset98.0
Expansion / storage52.0
Connectivity80.0
Audio95.0
Quality / price34.8
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Written analysis

ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI at a glance

The ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI uses the Mini-ITX form factor, AM5 socket, and X870-I chipset. This is a high-end platform with the feature headroom expected in an enthusiast gaming or productivity build.

Memory support is DDR5 across 2 DIMM slots, with up to 128 GB and rated overclocked speeds up to 8600 MT/s. ECC modules are accepted, subject to CPU support.

Best fit: a performance gaming and productivity PC that needs a balanced board without workstation-class excess.

Power delivery

The calculated VRM score is 56.0, placing the power delivery in the upper mid-range class. The board lists 10 CPU power phases, 110 A power stages in a 10(110A)+ 2(110A)+ 1(80A) layout. CPU power input is listed as 1. It suits performance processors at stock; sustained extreme overclocking is not its main purpose.

Expansion and storage

The expansion and storage score is 52.0: focused on the essentials. The platform supports PCIe 5.0. Physical expansion includes 1 ×16 slot.

On-board storage consists of 2 M.2 slots supporting M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 (with Ryzen 9000/7000 CPUs) or PCIe 4.0 x4 (with Ryzen 8000 CPUs). M.2_2 supports PCIe 4.0 x4. and 2 SATA ports. Supported M.2 lengths are listed as 2242, 2260, 2280. The two-slot layout covers a typical OS-and-games or OS-and-project-drive setup.

Connectivity and rear I/O

The connectivity score is 80.0, rated strong . Wireless networking is Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) ; wired networking is 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet at up to 2500 Mbps. Bluetooth 5.4 is included. The recorded USB provision is 10 rear connections and 1 front-panel connections. USB4 Type-C is available at the rear. The specification sheet below separates every USB speed and connector type.

Display connectivity includes HDMI 2.1, USB-C DisplayPort. These motherboard outputs require a processor with integrated graphics.

Audio

The audio score is 95.0. This is an ultra-premium onboard implementation based on ESS® SABRE9260Q DAC, aimed at users who want strong analogue output without immediately adding a USB DAC.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 76.20, a strong performance-class result. This is the practical sweet spot for a powerful gaming or productivity PC without paying for every flagship extra.

At the recorded Amazon price, the quality-to-price score is 34.8. The nearby-board comparison below may reveal a better-equipped option at a similar price.

Board data

Full specifications

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

General

Manufacturer
ASUS
Motherboard
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI
Chipset / socket
X870-I / AM5
Form factor
Mini-ITX
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$416
Availability
In stock
Price updated
3 days, 7 hours ago

VRM

CPU phases
10 (110 A)
Power design
10(110A)+ 2(110A)+ 1(80A)
EPS connector
1

Memory

Type / slots
DDR5 / 2 DIMMs
Max capacity / OC
128 GB / 8600 MT/s
Per DIMM
64 GB
XMP / EXPO
Not recorded
ECC
Modules supported

PCIe

Supported version
PCIe 5.0
x16 physical
1
x16 Gen 5
1

Storage

M.2 slots
2
M.2 lengths
2242, 2260, 2280
M.2 modes
M.2_1 supports PCIe 5.0 x4 (with Ryzen 9000/7000 CPUs) or PCIe 4.0 x4 (with Ryzen 8000 CPUs). M.2_2 supports PCIe 4.0 x4.
SATA ports
2

Display outputs

HDMI
Yes · 2.1 · 4K@60Hz
DisplayPort
No
USB-C DisplayPort
Yes · 1.4a · 4K@60Hz

USB

Rear USB 2.0
3
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 10 Gbps
4
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10 Gbps
1
Rear USB4 Type-C
2
Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10 Gbps
1
Front USB-C PD
15 W
Header USB 2.0
3
Header USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
USB4
Type-C · rear

Networking

Ethernet
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
LAN ports
1
LAN speed
2500 Mbps
Wi-Fi
7 (802.11be)
Wi-Fi bandwidth
320MHz
Bands
2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Antenna connectors
2
Bluetooth
5.4

Audio

Chipset
ESS® SABRE9260Q DAC
Analog jacks
—
Gold-plated jacks
No
Optical S/PDIF
No
Spatial audio
No

Buttons

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

Additional information

Memory notes
Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™) and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP). The maximum overclocked speed varies by CPU: up to 8600+ MT/s with Ryzen™ 8000 Series, 8400+ MT/s with Ryzen™ 9000 Series, and 8000+ MT/s with Ryzen™ 7000 Series. Supported memory types, data rate, and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration. Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
Display notes
Features 2 x USB4® (40Gbps) ports that support USB Type-C® display outputs. Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
Expansion notes
The PCIe slot specification varies by CPU type. With AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series processors, the slot operates at PCIe 5.0 x16. With AMD Ryzen 8000 Series processors, it operates at PCIe 4.0 x16 and supports x8/x4 mode.
M.2_1
5.0 4 · 2280 · CPU — The M.2_1 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode with AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors, and PCIe 4.0 x4 mode with AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Desktop Processors.
M.2_2
4.0 4 · 2242, 2260, 2280 · Chipset
RAID
SATA / PCIe (0, 1, 10)
Storage notes
AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe and SATA RAID. The 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports require the installation of the ROG FPS Card.
USB notes
Includes an external ROG STRIX HIVE II accessory which provides 2 additional USB 10Gbps ports (1 x Type-A, 1 x Type-C). Includes an ROG FPS add-in card which provides headers for 3 additional USB 2.0 ports. The primary data lists 3 rear USB 2.0 Type-A ports, while the back panel I/O section lists 2.
Audio notes
ROG Strix Hive II Audio Features. ROG Hyper-Grounding Technology. Silver-plated audio jacks. Dedicated audio PCB layers.
Networking notes
Wi-Fi 7 supports up to 6.5Gbps transfer rate. Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system. For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 requires 24H2 or later for full functions; earlier versions only support Wi-Fi 6E. No Windows 10 driver is available. Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulations may vary by country. The Bluetooth version may vary; refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
Button notes
The text also lists a 2-pin Power Button header and an Alteration PCIe Mode switch.
Fan / RGB headers
1 CPU · — OPT · 1 AIO · 1 chassis · 2 ARGB · — RGB
Thermal sensors
1
Other headers
System panel
Dimensions
17 cm x 17 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

2 x DIMM slots, max. 128GB, DDR5
Supports up to
8400+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors,
8600+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors,
8000+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 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)
* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory
configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/.
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

Graphics

1 x HDMI™ port**
2 x USB4® (40Gbps) ports support USB Type-C® display outputs***
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications.
** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
*** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a
**** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.

Expansion slots

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)*

* Specifications vary by CPU types.
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals.

Storage

Supports 2 x M.2 slots and 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*

AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
M.2_1 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)

AMD X870 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports***
* AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1
*** Install ROG FPS Card to support 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.

USB

Rear USB (Total 10 ports)
2 x USB4® (40Gbps) port(s)(2 x USB Type-C®)
5 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 2.0 port(s) (3 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 3 ports)
1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
* USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A
ROG STRIX HIVE II(Total 2 ports)
2 x USB 10Gbps port ( 1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
ROG FPS Card (Total 3 ports)
2 x USB 2.0 headers additional 3 USB 2.0 ports

Internal I/O

Fan and Cooling Related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s)
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header(s)
1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s)
Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
Storage Related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
USB
1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )
1 x USB 5Gbps header support(s) 2
additional USB 5Gbps ports
Miscellaneous
2 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x 2-pin Power Button header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
2 x USB Type-C® connectors to install ROG FPS card
ROG FPS card
2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
1 x CPU Over Voltage jumper
1 x Front Panel header
1 x Alteration PCIe Mode switch
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 3
additional USB 2.0 ports

Rear I/O

2 x USB4® (40Gbps)(2 x USB Type-C®)
5 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®, 1 port supports ROG STRIX HIVE II)
3 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A)
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
1 x Clear CMOS button

Wireless

Wi-Fi 7*
2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
Support Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 6.5Gbpstransfer rate.
Bluetooth® v5.4***
*Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system
For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only support Wi-Fi 6E.
For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available, refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details.
** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.
*** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications."

Audio

ROG Strix Hive II Audio Features
- ROG Hyper-Grounding Technology
- ESS® SABRE9260Q DAC
- Silver-plated audio jacks
- Dedicated audio PCB layers

Special features

ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
- Q-Antenna
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink
- Aluminum backplate
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- Clear CMOS button
- ProCool II
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeSlot
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
ROG STRIX HIVE II
1 x USB Type-C® connects to motherboard
2 x USB 10Gbps port ( 1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
1 x Headphone jack with mic in
1 x Power button
1 x FlexKey button
1 x Volume control knob with mute button Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])

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