ASUS PRIME X870-P WIFI moederbord socket AM5

Unleash the full potential of AMD Ryzen 7000 and 8000 series processors with the ASUS PRIME X870-P WIFI, a motherboard engineered for enthusiasts and professionals who demand cutting-edge performance and rock-solid stability. Featuring PCIe 5.0 connectivity, DDR5 memory support up to 7200+ MHz (OC), and integrated Wi-Fi 6E, this board delivers the speed and bandwidth required for next-generation gaming, content creation, and multitasking. The 12+2 DrMOS power stages ensure clean, reliable power delivery for sustained performance under heavy loads.

Overview

The ASUS PRIME X870-P WIFI is built on the AMD X870 chipset and supports AMD Socket AM5 processors, including Ryzen 7000 and 8000 series. It offers four DIMM slots for up to 192GB of DDR5 memory, with overclocking headroom up to 7200+ MHz. Expansion options include one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (x4 mode), and two PCIe 4.0 x1 slots, plus three M.2 slots (one PCIe 5.0 x4 and two PCIe 4.0 x4) and four SATA 6Gb/s ports for storage flexibility. Connectivity is future-proof with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and a Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port, along with a rich selection of USB ports including USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C.

What stands out

• PCIe 5.0 ready: One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one M.2 slot with PCIe 5.0 x4 for blazing-fast graphics and storage.
• Robust power delivery: 12+2 DrMOS power stages with ProCool connectors and high-quality chokes for stable overclocking.
• Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, and hybrid fan headers with AI Cooling II for optimal thermal management.
• Next-gen connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, 2.5Gb Ethernet, and USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C for high-speed peripherals.
• ASUS-exclusive features: AI Networking, Aura Sync RGB lighting, and UEFI BIOS with EZ Mode for easy setup.

Technical details

• CPU: AMD Socket AM5 for Ryzen 7000/8000 Series
• Chipset: AMD X870
• Memory: 4 x DIMM, max 192GB, DDR5, up to 7200+ MHz (OC)
• Expansion Slots: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4), 2 x PCIe 4.0 x1
• Storage: 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4), 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
• Ethernet: 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
• Rear USB: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• Front USB Headers: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (2 ports), 2 x USB 2.0 (4 ports)
• Audio: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
• Form Factor: ATX
• RGB Headers: 3 x Addressable Gen 2, 1 x Aura RGB

Our verdict

The ASUS PRIME X870-P WIFI strikes an excellent balance between performance and value, offering PCIe 5.0, DDR5, and Wi-Fi 6E in a reliable ATX package. It's an ideal foundation for a high-end AMD build, whether for gaming or productivity.