MSI MEG X670E Ace DDR5 Motherboard

The MSI MEG X670E Ace DDR5 Motherboard supports 5th gen AMD processors and AM5 CPU sockets, features up to 4 x DDR5 memory slots, PCI-E 5.0 expansion slots, 4 x M.2 slots, 6 x SATA ports (6GB/s), 11 x rear USB ports (8x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C, 2x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C), 10 x front panel header USB ports (4x USB 2.0, 4x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C), Marvell AQC113-B1-C 10Gbps LAN, Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 Wireless, Bluetooth 5.2, Realtek ALC4082 HD audio codec, and an E-ATX motherboard form factor.

Warning: This product contains a button battery - If swallowed, a lithium battery can cause severe or fatal injuries with 2 hours. - Keep batteries out of reach of children. - If you think batteries may have been swallowed or placed inside any of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Features

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Overview

The MEG X670E ACE furnished premium aesthetics with its dark black finish and gold embellishes. Developed to unlock the full gaming potential of the AMD X670 chipset by combining elite hardware system support and premium durability, the MEG X670E ACE is an outstanding E-ATX platform for extreme settings in terms of overclocking memory, processor, and graphic card at the highest level.

• Supports AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processors
• Supports DDR5 Memory
• Extreme Power Design: 22+2+1 phases power design with 90A Power Stage and dual CPU power connectors are ready to unleash the maximum performance
• Maximum 6 x M.2 Connectors: Onboard and exclusive M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN5 DUAL PCI-Express card offer totally sextuple M.2 connectors for the maximum storage performance. The double-sided Shield Frozr design keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster
• Outstanding Cooling Solution: Stacked Fin Array, Direct Touch VRM Heat-pipe, MOSFET Baseplate, 7W/mK thermal pads, double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr and Frozr AI software ensure the extreme performance with low temperature
• 10G Super LAN with latest Wi-Fi 6E solution: Onboard 10Gbps LAN with the latest Wi-Fi 6E solution which supports 6GHz spectrum delivering the best online gaming experience
• Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen 5 x4 M.2, Front USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20G with 60W USB Power Delivery
• DIY Friendly Design: Patent Magnetic M.2 Shield Frozr, Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr, EZ M.2 Clips, Smart Button, Pre-installed I/O Shield, Steel Armor
• 8 Layer PCB with 2oz Thickened Copper: Provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise
• Audio Boost 5 HD: Ultimate audio solution with latest premium ALC4082 audio processor combining ESS audio DAC and amplifier deliver the breathtaking experience

The Revelation of Legend

The MEG series is revealed as a legend that represents the ultimate elegance in gaming. With the determination of transcending current gaming products, the flagship models push the limits of what an extreme gaming series can be.

Thermal Solution - Outstanding Cooling Module

• Fin Array Design with 7W/mK Thermal Pad
• Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr
• MOSFET Baseplate
• Direct Touch Cross Heat-Pipe
• Enlarged PCH Heatsink

Connectivity - High-Speed Transmission

• 10G Super LAN
• Latest Wi-Fi 6E
• Lightning Gen5 PCI-E
• Latest DDR5 Memory
• Front USB 20G Type-C with 60W Charging
• Quadruple M.2 Connectors
• M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN5 Dual

Protection & DIY Friendly - Stable Cornerstone of Your System

• Pre-installed I/O Shield
• 8-Layer Server Grade PCB with 2oz Thickened Copper
• PCIe Steel Armour
• Magnetic M.2 Shield Frozr
• 22+2+1 Phases Design
• Metal Backplate
• Screwless M.2 Design
• Advanced SMT Process
• Smart Button

Hardware

Cooling - Cooling Overview

• Stacked Fin Array Design - Stacked fin array design enlarges up to 50% heat dissipation, provides the maximum surface of heat dissipation
• Direct Touch Heat-pipe - Connecting two MOS heatsinks to enlarge the surface of heat dissipation
• Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr - Double-sided M.2 thermal solution keep M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run cooler and faster
• MOSFET Baseplate - These backplate cool down the MOSFET temperature with solid metal design
• 7W/mK Thermal Pad - High quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and extra choke thermal pads ensure all cores running in high performance
• Enlarged PCH Heatsink - MSI replaced the PCH fan with enlarged heatsink design to reduce dust and noise as well as maintain high heat dissipation efficiency

System Cooling

DIY 2.0 – Integrating with the System Environment

Connect and synchronize with MSI coolers and cases with strategically positioned pin-header locations including a dedicated pump-fan header.

• For CPU Cooler
• For Waterblock Cooler
• For Top System Fan
• For Front System Fan
• For Rear System Fan

Fully Fan Control

Control in One Click

MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans in BIOS and software with a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.

Frozer AI Cooling

Detecting CPU & GPU temperatures and automatically adjusting fan duty of system fans to a proper value by adopting MSI AI ENGINE.

Auto Detect Your Fan

MSI fan headers automatically detect fans running in DC or PWM mode for optimal tuning of fan speeds and silence. Hysteresis also makes your fans spin up fluently to make sure your system stays silent, no matter what.

Water Cooling

Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water cooling solutions on the market, MEG X670E ACE features the exclusive dual pump PIN headers to fit multiple water cooling solutions demands. The dedicated pump PIN header supports up to 3 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked ‘keep-out-zone’ allows for easy, safe installation and a perfect fit.

Power Solution

Structure - 22+2+1 Duet Rail Power System

Unleash and sustain the maximum performance with a flagship VRM design built with a total of 22+2+1 Duet Rail Power System(DRPS). Combining dual power connectors and 90A Power Stage, the MEG X670E ACE is ready for breaking the world record.

• Core Boost - Premium layout not only support the multi-core CPU, also create the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking
• Digital Power Design - A fully digital power design allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision
• Double Power Connectors - Two 8-pin connectors deliver adequate power even for an overclocked multi-core CPU

PCB Design - Optimized PCB Design

The PCB design has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds, which is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.

• 8 PCB layers
• IT-170 Server-grade PCB material
• 2oz Thickened Copper

More for Performance

• 1-Second Overclocking - MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance boost you need to get more FPS
• Load-Line Calibration - What you set, is what you get. LLC makes sure your CPU voltage remains 100% stable under any load. This greatly improves stability when demanding more CPU performance
• Overvoltage Protection - Prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical components

DIY Friendly

M.2 Design

Magnetic Adsorption

The dedicated magnetic connectors are placed on PCB and M.2 Shield Frozr. This patented design enables true “wire-less” RGB function, enhances the installation process and maximizes the storage performance.

Screwless M.2

The patented design allows you to set your M.2 and Shield Frozr without the annoying screws, provides the easiest way for M.2 installation.

EZ M.2 Clip

Have trouble turning screws? MSI innovative EZ M.2 clip assist you install an M.2 SSD quickly and effortlessly.

Driver Utility Installer

Once connected to the internet, MSI Driver Utility Installer will detect and present suitable drivers and utilities automatically, you can download and install with just a few clicks.

Smart Button

One button with multiple hardware control. You can set up the different functions in the BIOS. Reset Computer, Safe Boot, Turbo Fan and EZ LED control with just one click.

• Smart Button from Rear IO / Reset Button from Cases
• Setting Two Different Functions in the BIOS

System Saver

Run into trouble when updating your BIOS or somehow corrupted it? Don’t worry, MSI motherboards offer multiple options to successfully boot your system again.

• Clear CMOS - Restore the BIOS to the default settings – helpful in 99% of the cases to successfully boot again
• Flash BIOS Button - Flash the BIOS with only a connected power supply by following a few steps. CPU and memory not required
• Dual BIOS - Two physical BIOS chips allow a fallback to plan B

More for DIY Friendly

Windows 11 Certified

With MSI you benefit from great compatibility and a worry-free user experience when using Microsoft Windows 11. With a true dedication to performance, our R&D team has made sure everything works as intended when using the latest version of Microsoft Windows on any MSI product

Pre-Installed IO

The patented design protect your IO ports and makes your installation process easier and safer

EZ Front Panel Cable

This cable takes care of the tedious part of the build process, makes motherboard front panel connections quickly and accurately

XL Clip

The enlarged PCI-E clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier. Keep the PCI-E slot stronger and safer.

Debug LED

Displays the error code for troubleshooting. Also functions as temperature monitor!

EZ Debug LED

Onboard LEDs will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.

EZ LED Control

A built-in LED switch on the motherboard to control your light effect. Turn on/off your light in a second!

Keep Out Zone

MSI motherboards circuitry ensure the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean. Moreover, the protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being scratched or damaged to the motherboard.

Performance

Expansion

Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E with Steel Armour

Doubling over the previous generation, the bandwidth of a x16 interface can reach 128GB/s.

SMT PCIE 5.0 Slot

The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCIE slot diminish interference and electrical noise, fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal.

Reinforced, Heavy Soldered Connections

Secure to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards.

Storage - Fast and Future-Ready Storage

MSI MEG series motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Start games faster, load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies.

M.2 XPander-Z Gen5 Dual

This PCI-Express card offers two extra M.2 slots with smart fan cooling solution to increase your storage capacity at maximum speed, features auto detect function for the M.2 access and the M.2 temperature for easy checking.

• Exclusive smart fan thermal solution for the maximum performance
• The PCI-Express card offers two extra M.2 with latest Gen 5 solution

USB

Lightning USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20G Type-C

Featuring the Lighting USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller, offering USB speeds up to 20Gb/s transmission speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1 when connecting the Rear USB Type-C.

Front USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20G Type-C

Front USB devices has never been faster! MEG X670E series motherboards offer a wide variety of options to connect and boost your USB devices, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the front USB Type-C.

Type-C with PD - Extra PD Power Connector

The extra 6-pin PD power connector provides more power to make the normal front USB type-C port to 60W PD port.

Memory

DDR5 - Latest DDR5 Memory with SMT Slot

A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MEG X670E ACE is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.

The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) welding process reduces the defect rate of slot solder joints, electromagnetism, and interference. Combining with exclusive Memory Boost technology allows MSI motherboards to deliver the clean and pure high-frequency DDR5 signal.

BIOS & Software

MSI Centre

MSI brand new MSI Centre unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application. Take control of advanced motherboards features and unleash endless possibilities.

• Mystic Light - Create your own colourful masterpiece with ease. Splash any colour you want with just a few clicks!
• True Colour - Optimized monitor’s brightness and colour in several modes for different situation, you can also customize by yourself
• User Scenario - One click for setting your computer, even customize own profile as your preference
• Hardware Monitoring - Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time
• Profile Setting - Tune select motherboard settings in the OC Setting menu, where options to boost core performance and optimize system cooling are presented in an intuitive interface
• Fan Centre - Assume complete control of your fans with Fan Centre. Set up to four CPU temperature targets and the motherboard will adjust fan speeds automatically
• System Diagnosis - Restore and backup your MSI storage devices in one click to provide stable system usage, you can even monitor the storage status to prevent system crash or data missing

AIDA64 - Exclusive UI of AIDA64 Extreme

MSI motherboards provide 60 days free trail of AIDA64 Extreme - MSI edition. AIDA64 Extreme is an almighty application for system information, diagnostics and benchmarks. With the application, you can monitor the detailed hardware and software information on PC and save it to file in multiple formats such as CSV and HTML.

Resizable Bar

Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR) is an advanced PCI Express feature that enables the CPU to access the entire GPU frame buffer at once and improve performance.

Connectivity

Audio - Audio Boost 5 HD

• Golden Audio Jacks with S/PDIF - Keep your sound perfect by transmit your audio with pure digital signal
• De-Pop Protection - The De-pop circuit protects your ears by eliminating those annoying loud popping sounds when you plug/unplug devices or turn your PC on/off
• Isolated Audio Signal - alike a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits have been laid on a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated, and with the use of separated layers in the PCB for left and right audio channel for pristine sound quality
• High Quality Audio Capacitors - A high fidelity sound experience with exceptional acoustics and realism for studio level headphones is ensured
• High Definition ALC4082 Audio Processor - From HD-A to USB Interface, twice the DAC format from 32-bit/192kHz to 32-bit/384kHz, deliver the highest sound quality
• ESS Audio DAC - Recreates the optimal natural analogue sound with ultra-low distortion to ensure a perfect, realistic display of sound
• Dedicated Headphone Amplifier - A dedicated headphone amplifier can drive audiophile headphones with up to 600Ω impedance

Mystic Light

Glow Your PC

Splash on some colour and vibrant RGB lighting effects using MSI Mystic Light with 16.8 million colours and fancy LED effects. MSI Mystic Light provides you complete control of RGB lighting of your PC in one software.

• Breathing
• Clock
• Colour Pulse
• Colour Shift
• Colour Wave
• Colour Ring
• Concert
• CPU Temperature
• Double Meteor
• Energy
• Flame
• Flashing
• Lightning
• Meteor
• Mixer
• Music
• Planetary
• Rainbow Double Flashing
• Rainbow
• reaction
• Stack
• Steady
• Visor
• Weather

Synchronize - Extend Your RGB Experience with Ease

Add more colour if you want! Mystic Light Extension pin header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system, without needing a separate RGB controller.

• A-Rainbow V2 - Supports 5V Addressable RGB devices. Compatible with ARGB Gen2 / Gen1 devices
• RGB - Supports 12V RGB devices
• Ambient Devices - Synchronize lighting theme with compatible lighting devices

Networking -10G Super LAN with WIFI 6E

• 10G Super LAN
• Wi-Fi 6E
• Bluetooth 5.2
• Exclusive magnetic antenna