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MSI · LGA 1700 · H610M

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Micro-ATX · DDR4 · 2 DIMMs · 4-phase VRM

Quality
31
VRM
10
Value
66
Amazon
$88
$88
Available Updated 3 hours, 30 minutes ago
Overall30.8
VRM10.0
Chipset37.0
Expansion / storage37.0
Connectivity25.0
Audio45.0
Quality / price66.4
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Written analysis

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 at a glance

The MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 uses the Micro-ATX form factor, LGA 1700 socket, and H610M chipset. This is an entry-level platform focused on the essential connections for a practical, lower-cost build.

Memory support is DDR4 across 2 DIMM slots, with up to 64 GB.

Best fit: a budget or straightforward office build using a lower-power CPU and a small number of add-in devices.

Power delivery

The calculated VRM score is 10.0, placing the power delivery in the basic class. The board lists 4 CPU power phases, 50 A power stages in a 4+2 layout. CPU power input is listed as 2. Keep it paired with lower-power processors and avoid sustained overclocked loads.

Expansion and storage

The expansion and storage score is 37.0: focused on the essentials. The platform supports PCIe 4.0. Physical expansion includes 1 ×16 slot, and 1 ×1.

On-board storage consists of 1 M.2 slot and 4 SATA ports. Supported M.2 lengths are listed as 2242, 2260, 2280. The single M.2 slot makes drive planning more important if future expansion matters.

Connectivity and rear I/O

The connectivity score is 25.0, rated essential. There is no recorded onboard Wi-Fi ; wired networking is 1x Intel® I219V 1Gbps LAN controller at up to 1000 Mbps. The recorded USB provision is 6 rear connections; a front-panel total is not recorded. The specification sheet below separates every USB speed and connector type.

Display connectivity includes HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4. These motherboard outputs require a processor with integrated graphics.

Audio

The audio score is 45.0. This is a standard onboard solution using Realtek® ALC892/ ALC897 Codec. It covers normal gaming and communication; demanding headphones or production work still benefit from an external interface.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 30.80, a minimal result. Buy it for a simple compatible build, not for expansion, heavy tuning, or a long list of onboard features.

At the recorded Amazon price, the quality-to-price score is 66.4—an excellent value relative to the other boards in the catalog.

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 PRO H610M-G DDR4
Chipset / socket
H610M / LGA 1700
Form factor
Micro-ATX
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$88
Availability
In stock
Price updated
3 hours, 30 minutes ago

VRM

CPU phases
4 (50 A)
Power design
4+2
EPS connector
2

Memory

Type / slots
DDR4 / 2 DIMMs
Max capacity / OC
64 GB
XMP / EXPO
Not recorded

PCIe

Supported version
PCIe 4.0
x16 physical
1
x16 Gen 4
1
x1 physical
1
x1 Gen 3
1

Storage

M.2 slots
1
M.2 lengths
2242, 2260, 2280
SATA ports
4

Display outputs

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

USB

Rear USB 2.0
4
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
Header USB 2.0
2
Header USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2

Networking

Ethernet
1x Intel® I219V 1Gbps LAN controller
LAN ports
1
LAN speed
1000 Mbps
Wi-Fi
Not included
Bluetooth
No

Audio

Chipset
Realtek® ALC892/ ALC897 Codec
Analog jacks
—
Gold-plated jacks
No
Optical S/PDIF
No
Spatial audio
Rear output

Buttons

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

Additional information

Memory notes
Supports DDR4 1R 2133/ 2666/ 2933/ 3200 MHz (by JEDEC & POR). Supports un-buffered memory. Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Display notes
Includes 1x VGA port, supporting a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 50Hz, 2048x1280 60Hz, or 1920x1200 60Hz. The HDMI port supports HDR. Video outputs are available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
Expansion notes
The PCIe x16 slot is from the CPU. 1x M.2 slot with E-key for PCIe WiFi module only (M2_ WIFI1).
M2_1
3.0 4 · SATA · 2242, 2260, 2280 · Chipset — SATA7 will be unavailable when installing an M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
Storage notes
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel Core™ processors.
USB notes
The 4 rear USB 2.0 Type-A ports are provided via a GL850G hub.
Audio notes
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Fan / RGB headers
1 CPU · 1 OPT · 1 AIO · 4 chassis · 3 ARGB · 1 RGB
Thermal sensors
1
Other headers
Front audio · System panel · Thunderbolt
Dimensions
24.4 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

2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB1
Supports 1R 2133/ 2666/ 2933/ 3200 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
Supports Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

Graphics

1x HDMI™ 2.1 with HDR port, supports a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz 1 2
1x VGA port, supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 50Hz, 2048x1280 60Hz, 1920x1200 60Hz1
x DisplayPort 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz1 2
Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

Expansion slots

1x PCIe x16 slot (From CPU)
Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x16
1x PCIe x1 slot
Supports PCIe 3.0 x1
1x M.2 slot with E-key for PCIe WiFi module only (M2_ WIFI1)

Storage

4x SATA 6Gb/s ports1
* SATA7 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
M.2 SSD Slot
1x M.2 slot (Key M, from chipset)1
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4
Supports up to SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel Core™ processors
SATA7 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot

USB

Intel® H610 Chipset
4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB connector)
6x USB 2.0 ports (4 Type-A ports on the back panel(hub-GL850G), 2 ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connector)

Rear I/O

HDMI™
VGA
DisplayPort
Keyboard/Mouse
USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A
LAN port
Audio connector
USB 2.0

Audio

Realtek® ALC892/ ALC897 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio