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GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE vs MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
Product A: GIGABYTE
62 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
ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
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
ASUS ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E HeroProduct B: MSI
62 of 78 known
GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE
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GIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi
ASRock X870 Pro RS WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
GIGABYTE X870 AORUS STEALTH ICE
ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
ASRock X870E Nova WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS PRO ICE35 of 70 fields differ
- 26 different values
- 9 known for one only
- 27 the same
- 8 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 1B: 3MSI is 3 times higher.
- Ethernet speedA: 2.5GbpsB: 5GbpsMSI is 2.5 Gbps higher.
- PCIe 5.0 M.2 slotsA: 1B: 2MSI has 1 more.
- M.2 slotsA: 3B: 4MSI has 1 more.
- Fan headersA: 6B: 8MSI has 2 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AGIGABYTE: 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
B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE, B850 A ELITE WF7 ICE1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026The manual cover lists B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE (B850 A ELITE WF7 ICE). GIGABYTE publishes no separate part number.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Manufacturer Part Number B850 A ELITE WF7 ICE.
GTIN / EAN
4719331866099, 8895230459475Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQLKRXKWRead 16 October 2026Amazon US item details list UPC 889523045947 and Mfr Part Number B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE. The EAN 4719331866099 is from Amazon UK, Amazon DE and LDLC.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Amazon UK item details: Global Trade Identification Number 04719331866099.
Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$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 Series1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 2-2: Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series. The manual refers to the maker's website for the latest CPU support list. Read on 2026-10-16.
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
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
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
Not available
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
14+2+23Reviewhardwarecooking.fr/test-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-iceRead 16 October 2026The review states 14+2+2 power phases (Vcore+SoC) with OnSemi 55A DrMOS MOSFETs. Sellers and Alktech write 60A for the stages, so the stage rating is not stored.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQLKRXKWRead 16 October 2026Bullet: Power Design 14+2+2.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Title and first bullet: Twin 14+2+2 Phases Digital VRM with DrMOS.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
Vcore power stage rating
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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
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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)
8,200MT/s3Reviewhardwarecooking.fr/test-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-iceRead 16 October 2026The review gives up to 256 GB and DDR5-8200 depending on the configuration. It names no CPU family. The launch manual lists only 5200/4800/4400.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Title: up to 8200MHz DDR5 (OC). The listing names no CPU family.
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
AGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 1 | 3 | Chipset | 2 |
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
3
3
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
5
5
Storage
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M.2 storage slots
AGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2A_CPU | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2B_CPU | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2C_SB | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
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
3
4
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
1
2
Rear ports
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Rear ports
AGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 5 | 5 |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | 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
12
12
Rear USB-C ports
1
3
Fastest rear USB port
10Gbps
40Gbps
Thunderbolt
Not available
No
Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AGIGABYTE B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
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
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Realtek RTL81257Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00660675.htmlRead 16 October 2026LDLC spec table for the ICE: LAN chip Realtek RTL8125. Materiel.net prints the same. The Alktech review names RTL8125D, so the suffix is dropped.8Retailer pagemateriel.net/produit/202412050073.htmlRead 16 October 2026Spec table: Realtek RTL8125.
Ethernet ports
1
1
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
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
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DAC chip
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Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
POST code display
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 connector2Reviewalktech.co/articles/unboxing-overview-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-ice-am5-motherboardRead 16 October 2026M.2 EZ-Latch Click makes removing and installing the M.2 heatsink easy and tool-less. M.2 EZ-Latch Plus applies to all three M.2 slots. The PCIe 5.0 x16 slot has PCIe EZ-Latch Plus. The Wi-Fi antennas use WIFI EZ-Plug per the Amazon listings. The review also sees RGB LEDs under the chipset heatsink, which is a single small light that does not count as board lighting.3Reviewhardwarecooking.fr/test-gigabyte-b850-aorus-elite-wifi7-iceRead 16 October 2026M.2 EZ-Latch Plus and M.2 EZ-Latch Click for the SSDs and the heatsink, and an EZ-Latch Plus button that releases the PCIe slot latch.6Retailer pageamazon.co.uk/dp/B0DQM7H82VRead 16 October 2026Bullets: PCIe Gen5 x16 with PCIe UD Slot and EZ-Latch Plus, M.2 Gen5 with EZ-Latch Plus, and Wi-Fi 7 with WIFI EZ-Plug and Directional Antenna.
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
User's Manual, Quick Installation Guide, 1 x antenna, 2 x SATA cables, 1 x G Connector, 1 x M.2 thermal pad, 2 x packs of M.2 thick/thin rubber pads1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 1-3. The list is for reference and the manual says the actual items depend on the package. Alktech also lists a metal AORUS case badge in the box.
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
www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B850-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-ICE-rev-1x11Maker product pagegigabyte.com/Motherboard/B850-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-ICE-rev-1xRead 16 October 2026The page title appeared in the job and in web search results. gigabyte.com blocks agents, so the page was not read and its content is not used for any value.
Spec sheet
www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B850-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-ICE-rev-1x/sp11Maker product pagegigabyte.com/Motherboard/B850-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-ICE-rev-1xRead 16 October 2026Specification tab of the same page at /sp. Not read for the same reason.
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Manual
www.trovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdf1Owner's manualtrovaprezzi.it/manuali/gigabyte_aorus_b850_elite_wifi7_ice.pdfRead 16 October 2026GIGABYTE User's Manual Rev. 1101 for B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE and B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7, hosted by trovaprezzi.it. The file name for the full manual on download.gigabyte.com was not found.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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