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ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI vs MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
Product A: ASUS
68 of 78 known
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
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ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E HeroProduct B: MSI
62 of 78 known
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS 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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ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
NZXT N9 X870E
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS 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 ICE31 of 70 fields differ
- 24 different values
- 7 known for one only
- 33 the same
- 6 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- PCIe 5.0 M.2 slotsA: 3B: 2ASUS has 1 more.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 4B: 3ASUS has 1 more.
- Vcore stagesA: 18B: 14ASUS has 4 more.
- M.2 slotsA: 5B: 4ASUS has 1 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 244 × 305 mm
- BMSI: 244 × 305 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
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
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
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Status
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Predecessor
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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.
$299.995Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/motherboards/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs list: Price $299.99 / 279.98 GBP / 548.19 AUD. US price, excl. sales tax. Tech4Gamers gives $299.6Reviewtech4gamers.com/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026The board costs $299.
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 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.
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, AMD Ryzen 8000 Series, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_x870_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications chapter, page 17: Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors. The manual refers to msi.com for the newest support status. 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.
Yes6Reviewtech4gamers.com/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026The VRM setup can handle any Ryzen 9000 CPU, even with mild overclocking.7Reviewthefpsreview.com/2025/02/04/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026States the board's power delivery should be more than adequate for CPU overclocking.
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
82Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifiRead 14 October 2026Overview page: eight-layer PCB.4Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026The text describes an all-black 8-layer PCB.
83Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-amd-x870-am5-ddr5-pcie-50-4x-m2-5g-wifi7-usb-40-usb-32-aplusc-aRead 14 October 20268 layers with 2oz thickened copper.6Reviewtech4gamers.com/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026All-black 8-layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper, server-grade IT-170.7Reviewthefpsreview.com/2025/02/04/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026Server-grade, eight-layered PCB with 2oz of copper.8Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-review-keep-the-balance/ampRead 14 October 20268-layer PCB.
Back-connect design
RGB lighting on the board
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.
No4Reviewkitguru.net/components/motherboard/leo-waldock/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-reviewRead 14 October 2026The board has no on-board RGB lighting whatsoever.6Reviewtech4gamers.com/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026No on-board RGB. Only headers for RGB fans and strips.7Reviewthefpsreview.com/2025/02/04/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 14 October 2026There are no RGBs, but four RGB headers are available: three addressable and one 4-pin 12V.
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
Vcore power stage rating
80A3Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-amd-x870-am5-ddr5-pcie-50-4x-m2-5g-wifi7-usb-40-usb-32-aplusc-aRead 14 October 202614+2+1 digital power phases with an 80A smart power stage for Vcore.4Reviewkitguru.net/components/motherboard/leo-waldock/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-reviewRead 14 October 202680 A as stated by MSI. Mezha reads MP87670 stages and calls them 70 A.6Reviewtech4gamers.com/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 202614+2+1 (Vcore, SoC, Misc) with 80A smart power stages for Vcore. The controller is read as MPS2402.
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.
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CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
8,400MT/s2Retailer pagecustompc.com.cy/components/motherboards/amd-motherboards/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-motherboard-amd-x870-socket-am5-atxRead 14 October 2026Max. memory speed (OC) 8400 MT/s. KitGuru and PC Gamer give the same figure from MSI.4Reviewkitguru.net/components/motherboard/leo-waldock/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-reviewRead 14 October 2026Max. overclocking frequency 1DPC 1R up to 8400+ MT/s, 1DPC 2R and 2DPC 1R 6400+, 2DPC 2R 4800+. The CPU family is not named in this text.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/motherboards/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-wifi-reviewRead 14 October 2026Memory support DDR5-4800 to DDR5-8400+ (OC), up to 256 GB.
ECC memory
Expansion slots
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Expansion slots
AASUS 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.
BMSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 1 | 3 | Chipset | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
Full-length PCIe slots
2
3
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
5
5
Storage
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M.2 storage slots
AASUS 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.
BMSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink | Shares lanes with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes | Not available |
| M2_2 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Rear USB 40Gbps Type-C ports. Both run at PCIe 5.0 x2 when M2_2 is used. Setting M2_2 to x4 in the BIOS turns off the USB 40Gbps ports |
| M2_3 | 4 | 2 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | PCI_E3 slot runs at x2 when M2_3 is used. Setting PCI_E3 to x4 in the BIOS turns off M2_3 |
| M2_4 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes | Not available |
M.2 slots
5
4
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
3
2
Rear ports
3 of 5 differ
Rear ports
AASUS 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 |
BMSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 | 2 | 40 | USB4 | Yes |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 3 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Rear USB ports
13
12
Rear USB-C ports
4
3
Fastest rear USB port
40Gbps
40Gbps
Thunderbolt
No
No
Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASUS 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 |
BMSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served | Power out (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 | 27 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 2 | 4 | Not available |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 | Not available |
Front USB-C header speed
20Gbps
20Gbps
Fan headers
ARGB headers
RGB 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
Bluetooth
Audio
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Audio codec
DAC chip
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Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
POST code display
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
No1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_x870_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 14 October 2026The specifications and the special features list name no power or reset button on the board. KitGuru lists the missing power micro button as a con.4Reviewkitguru.net/components/motherboard/leo-waldock/msi-mag-x870-tomahawk-reviewRead 14 October 2026Cons: a power micro button would be nice.
Dual BIOS
Pre-installed I/O shield
Tool-free features
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.
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_x870_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 22 DIY friendly list: EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II (screwless on M2_1 and M2_4 per Tech4Gamers), EZ M.2 Clip II and EZ PCIe Release. The Wi-Fi antenna connector type is not stated, so the push-on antenna option is not set.
Measured
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VRM temperature under CPU load
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Power draw idle
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Power draw CPU stress
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In the box
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In the box
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.
1 x Quick installation guide, 1 x European Union regulatory notices, 1 x USB Drive, 2 x SATA Cables, 1 x EZ Front Panel Cable, 1 x 1 to 3 EZ Conn-Cable (V2), 1 x EZ Wi-Fi Antenna, 1 x Cable sticker, 3 x EZ M.2 Clip II, 1 x EZ M.2 Clip II Remover1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/msi_mag_x870_tomahawk_wifi.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 23 package contents.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi/specRead 14 October 2026
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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