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ASRock X870E Nova WiFi vs ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
Product A: ASRock
65 of 78 known
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
MSI MPG X870E CARBON MAX WIFI
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER X3D ICE
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NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
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GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
NZXT N9 X870E
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GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
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ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
NZXT N9 X870E26 of 70 fields differ
- 22 different values
- 4 known for one only
- 38 the same
- 6 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- PCIe 5.0 M.2 slotsA: 1B: 3ASUS is 3 times higher.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 2B: 4ASUS has 2 more.
- Fan headersA: 7B: 8ASUS has 1 more.
- Vcore stagesA: 20B: 18ASRock has 2 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASRock: 244 × 305 mm
- BASUS: 244 × 305 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
X870E Nova WiFi, 90-MXBPX0-A0UAYZ9Retailer pageshop.mnetworks.dk/asrock-x870e-nova-wifi/cat-p/c/p1005037602Read 14 October 2026mnetworks.dk lists Varenr. 90-MXBPX0-A0UAYZ. OX.ee lists the same product code and EAN.
ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI, 90MB1IB0-M0AAY0, 90MB1IB0-M0EAY01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026The page's order configuration id is 90MB1IB0-M0AAY0. EU retailers list 90MB1IB0-M0EAY0 for the same board.
GTIN / EAN
47104839496548Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DFZQJFC1Read 14 October 2026The Amazon US listing for ASIN B0DFZQJFC1 gives GTIN 04710483949654. It writes the part number as 90-MXBPX0-A0UAYAZ.9Retailer pageshop.mnetworks.dk/asrock-x870e-nova-wifi/cat-p/c/p1005037602Read 14 October 2026mnetworks.dk lists EAN 4710483949654.
4711387724163, 19710572416710Retailer pageshop.sumanet.cz/90mb1ib0-m0eay0-asus-mb-sc-am5-rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi-amd-x870-4xddr5-1xhdmi-2xthunderbolt-wifiRead 14 October 2026sumanet.cz lists EAN 4711387724163 for part number 90MB1IB0-M0EAY0.11Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/d0ay6va6v/ASUS-ROG-STRIX-X870E-E-GAMING-WIFIRead 14 October 2026BuildCores lists UPC 197105724167 and EAN 4711387724163 for the ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI.
Announced
Not available
Status
Predecessor
Not available
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$499.994Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review of 2025-04-04: the board is at $499.99 on ASUS's web store, which Tom's Hardware calls the launch price. US price, excl. sales tax. LANOC also states MSRP $499.99.7Reviewlanoc.org/review/motherboards/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026MSRP $499.99.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
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Segment
Board revision
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Platform
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CPU socket
Chipset
Supported processors
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series. The manual refers to ASRock's CPU support list, which was not read. Read on 2026-10-14.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026AM5 for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series. The page refers to the ASUS download center for the CPU support list. Read on 2026-10-14.
CPU overclocking
Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026The page describes AI Overclocking, Core Flex, Dynamic OC Switcher and an asynchronous clock generator for CPU overclocking. AMD's chipset page calls X870E robustly overclockable.12Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/chipsets/am5.htmlRead 14 October 2026AMD's chipset page lists X870E with robust overclocking capabilities. This is the chip maker's page and not the board maker's.
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
81Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications, platform: 8 Layer PCB and 2oz Copper PCB.3Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026ASRock's specification as copied by Funky Kit lists an 8 Layer PCB and 2oz Copper PCB.6Reviewmigovi.com/en/asrock-x870e-nova-wifi-ryzen-9-9900x3d-reviewRead 14 October 20268-layer PCB with 2 oz copper.
Back-connect design
RGB lighting on the board
Yes3Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026The reviewer writes that the Nova has an RGB backlight under the 3-part heatsink at the bottom and under the IO/VRM cover.4Reviewthefpsreview.com/2024/11/14/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026RGB lighting on the I/O heatsink top and along the bottom and right side of the lower heatsink.
Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026The page describes ASUS Aura lighting on the board. Tom's Hardware and LANOC describe an RGB-backlit ROG logo on the VRM heatsink and a hidden RGB strip at the bottom edge.7Reviewlanoc.org/review/motherboards/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026The only large lighting element is an RGB-backlit ROG logo over the rear I/O.
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
20+2+13Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026Page 3 copies ASRock's list: 20+2+1 Power Phase, 110A SPS for VCore+SOC. The reviewer's text once writes 22+2+1, which is a typo against the specification.5Reviewtech4gamers.com/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 202620+2+1-phase design (VCore+SoC+Misc) with 110A Dr.MOS stages for VCore and SoC.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
203Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026Dr.MOS power stages. Migovi says the 20 Vcore stages are 10 phases of 2 stages each. Tech4Gamers counts 20+2+1 as VCore+SoC+Misc.6Reviewmigovi.com/en/asrock-x870e-nova-wifi-ryzen-9-9900x3d-reviewRead 14 October 202620 phases for Vcore, 2 for SoC and 1 for auxiliary. The 20 Vcore stages form a 10-phase structure with 2 stages per phase.
Vcore power stage rating
VRM controller
ASUS ASP22054Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026Power delivery has 22 phases, 18 for Vcore. Power flows from the EPS connectors to a Digi+ ASP2205 PWM controller, then to 18 Vishay SiC850A 110A power stages.8Reviewlaurentschoice.com/2025/tech-review/asus-rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026VRM controller: ASP2205, with 18 x 110A SiC850A Vcore stages. Same name as in Tom's Hardware.
CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
ECC memory
CUDIMM support
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Expansion slots
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Expansion slots
AASRock X870E Nova WiFi
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 2 | 3 | Chipset | 1 |
| PCIe x1 | 1 | 3 | Chipset | 1 |
BASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Ryzen 9000 and 7000: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (x16 mode). Ryzen 8000: PCIe 4.0 x16 at x8 or x4. Chipset: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot at x4. M.2_2 and M.2_3 in use lower the PCIe 5.0 slot to x8.3Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/asus_rog_strix_x870e_e_gaming_wifi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Layout shows PCIEX16(G5) and PCIEX16(G4) as the only two expansion slots.
Full-length PCIe slots
2
2
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
5
5
Storage
2 of 4 differ
M.2 storage slots
AASRock X870E Nova WiFi
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink | Shares lanes with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M2_2 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M2_4 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M2_5 | 3 | 2 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | Yes | Yes | PCIE3 slot is disabled when M2_5 is used |
BASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink | Shares lanes with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M.2_2 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | PCIEX16(G5) slot runs at x8 when M.2_2 or M.2_3 is used. Not supported with Ryzen 8000 processors |
| M.2_3 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes | PCIEX16(G5) slot runs at x8 when M.2_2 or M.2_3 is used. Not supported with Ryzen 8000 processors |
| M.2_4 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M.2_5 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026M.2_1 and M.2_2 take 2242/2260/2280, so 2280 is stored. M.2_3 takes up to 22110. M.2_4 and M.2_5 take 2280. M.2_1 to M.2_3 are PCIe 5.0 x4 with Ryzen 9000 and 7000. With Ryzen 8000, M.2_1 runs PCIe 4.0 x4 and M.2_2 and M.2_3 are not supported. M.2_4 and M.2_5 are on the chipset at PCIe 4.0 x4. The page lists no M.2 SATA support, so sata is false for every slot. Heatsink: the overview page says every M.2 slot is covered by a heatsink.3Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/asus_rog_strix_x870e_e_gaming_wifi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Chapter 1 layout and the page 'Connectors with shared bandwidth': PCIEX16(G5) runs x16 alone and x8 when M.2_2 or M.2_3 is used. The manual lists M.2 types and PCIe modes only.
M.2 slots
5
5
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
1
3
SATA ports
Rear ports
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Rear ports
AASRock X870E Nova WiFi
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | Power out (W) | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 | 2 | 40 | USB4 | 15 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 5 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 3 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 2 | 0.48 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | Power out (W) | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 | 2 | 40 | USB4 | Not available | Yes |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 1 | 20 | Not available | 30 | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 9 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Rear USB ports
12
13
Rear USB-C ports
2
4
Fastest rear USB port
40Gbps
40Gbps
Thunderbolt
No
No
Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASRock X870E Nova WiFi
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
BASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 3 | 6 |
Front USB-C header speed
20Gbps
20Gbps
Fan headers
71Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 20262 x CPU fan, 3 x chassis fan, 1 x AIO pump and 1 x water pump fan connectors, all 4-pin.4Reviewthefpsreview.com/2024/11/14/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026Seven four-pin fan headers: an AIO and two CPU headers at the top and three chassis fans and a water pump header at the bottom.
ARGB headers
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Ethernet ports
1
1
Ethernet speed
5Gbps
5Gbps
Wi-Fi included
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi bands
Max Wi-Fi channel width
Wi-Fi module
Not available
Bluetooth
Audio
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Audio codec
DAC chip
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Not available
Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
POST code display
Yes1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 20261 x Dr. Debug with LED. Chapter 2.14 lists the Dr. Debug codes.4Reviewthefpsreview.com/2024/11/14/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026A digital Dr. Debug readout sits on the right top edge.
Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026ASUS Q-Code. The overview page says the on-board LED panel shows 2-digit diagnostic codes.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026Q-Code: the on-board LED panel shows 2-digit diagnostic codes.
Power button on the board
Yes1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 20261 x Power Button with LED and 1 x Reset Button with LED (layout items 8 and 9).4Reviewthefpsreview.com/2024/11/14/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026Onboard power and reset buttons.
Dual BIOS
Not available
Pre-installed I/O shield
Yes3Reviewfunkykit.com/reviews/motherboards/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026ASRock's specification as copied by Funky Kit lists a Flexible Integrated I/O Shield.4Reviewthefpsreview.com/2024/11/14/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026The rear I/O panel has the motherboard plate embedded for easy insertion.
Tool-free features
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Chapter 2.15 and 2.16 show the M2_1 heatsink coming off with a button and the SSD held by a hand-turned nut lock. Chapter 'Removing a Graphics Card from PCIE1 Slot' shows the EZ Release latch that frees the graphics card.4Reviewthefpsreview.com/2024/11/14/asrock-phantom-gaming-x870e-nova-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026The primary M.2 slot has a quick-release latch for its heatsink and the primary PCIe slot has an EZ Release lever. All M.2 slots have tool-less hold-downs. The lower M.2 heatsinks use Phillips screws.
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release, Push-on antenna connector1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026ASUS Q-Design: M.2 Q-Latch (tool-free SSD latch), M.2 Q-Release (switch that removes the M.2 heatsink), M.2 Q-Slide, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim and Q-Antenna (Wi-Fi antenna snaps into place).2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026Q-Release for the M.2 heatsink, Q-Latch for M.2 SSDs, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim and Q-Antenna are described with images.
Measured
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VRM temperature under CPU load
Power draw idle
Power draw CPU stress
In the box
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In the box
4 x Serial ATA (SATA) data cables, 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz antenna, 1 x ARGB splitter cable, 3 x Thermistor cables1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Package contents: 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) data cables (Optional), 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz antenna (Optional), 1 x ARGB splitter cable (Optional) and 3 x Thermistor cables (Optional).
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables, 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110, 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas, 1 x Cable ties pack, 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package, 2 x M.2 Q-Slides, 1 x ROG key chain, 1 x ROG Strix stickers, 5 x M.2 Rubbers, 1 x Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026Accessories list on the specification page, the same as the manual's package contents.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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Manual
download.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdf1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/X870E%20Nova%20WiFi.pdfRead 14 October 2026ASRock user manual X870E Nova WiFi, Version 1.0, published August 2024, from download.asrock.com. ASRock's own product pages answer with a bot check and could not be read.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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