MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5 - 80A SPS VRM, DDR5 Memory Boost 8400+MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16 & 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN

This is my second MAG Tomahawk board, my first was a Z890 which I sold when I switched to a 9800X3D and decided to stick with MSI. This is a great board with fantastic features and quality for the price (including a beefy VRM), and a nice clean look that goes with most any build. Overclocking is also a breeze, and the board is compatible with a lot of XMP RAM kits which great as you can reuse an existing XMP kit as I was able, or save money on buying an XMP kit versus an EXPO kit, and simply enable the XMP profile in the BIOS (but do check the MSI webpage to ensure compatibility). M2 installation is also very easy with the tool-less slots and heatsinks, and the main PCIe slot latch makes removing a GPU very easy. Absolutely no complaints so far, it’s worked flawlessly and I personally prefer the place of some of the ports on this board (e.g. the internal USB headers) as opposed to other brands, but I do recommend checking that these work for you. Highly recommend this board as a great value, feature-rich and great quality board without breaking the bank.

This board is a level above any I've bought before for previous builds. I'd usually go for low/mid tier boards as the higher priced ones offered little in extra features, however this board is the exception.It's packed with features and super high quality components. Functionally it does everything right and without a load of faffing about. The BIOS UX is great and easy to navigate for setup and fine tuning of components. For once this is really worth doing for the Ryzen 9 series CPU's as they are very flexible on clock and voltage.It was as simple to fit as any other board. A big benefit for me was the large number of ARGB ports which allowed me to do without the port hub I needed in my previous B550 build. I also appreciated the PCI slot latch mechanism that I think is unique to these boards, and the 4 NVME drive ports come with integrated cooling plates and thermal pads for the contact points which is an excellent additional feature.Connectivity is excellent and a cut above other boards in this price range. Boot speed is a little slow at post, but the setup flies once booted and hasn't had any hiccups or crashes since built a few weeks back now.

This is definitely one of the better X870E motherboards both in terms of price, aesthetics and feature set.Pros:The build quality is solid, with tasteful RGB (which can be disabled if you prefer) and a design that isn't over the top "gamer" like some motherboards. The main reason I purchased it was the connectivity. The rear panel alone has 13 high-speed USB ports (9 USB A, 4 USB C) which makes it a good option for anyone like myself who requires significant I/O. I use a VR headset, external drives and multiple other peripherals so this was a must. The WiFi 7 and Bluetooth connectivity is also good, but I primarily use LAN (the board has both 5G and 2.5G LAN ports).On top of this, the clear CMOS and BIOS flash buttons are good features to have, and the debug LED reads CPU temperature when the system has booted - which I quite like. The BIOS has been updated compared to older MSI boards and is a lot nicer to use. The tool-less M2 drive installation and integrated heat sinks are nice, and it also comes with a USB stick that contains software drivers for the motherboard.Cons:My only real complaint is that the PCIE slot lock/unlock button is a bit temperamental on my board, however coming from a motherboard that didn't have this, I can overlook needing to press it twice some of the time.TLDR:Overall I'd definitely recommend

2nd Build over the last couple of years using an MSI motherboard, would definitely recommend.Excellent motherboard, due to high quality board / VRM design and extensive features (PCI 5, NMVE slots and number of USB connections). MSI Bios has functionality and design has greatly improve over the last year; together with including Bios Flashback and Debug LCD.FYI: Definitely check Heatsink / AOI compatibility due to potential RAM and NVME heatsink layout.

The MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK is a solid motherboard for Ryzen 7000-series builds, offering great performance and features at an affordable price. Its military-inspired design includes a matte black finish, reinforced PCIe slots, and efficient heatsinks for the VRM and M.2 slots, ensuring durability and effective cooling.Performance-wise, the B650 chipset supports PCIe 4.0, allowing for fast data transfer speeds for GPUs and storage. It also handles overclocking well and provides stable performance for gaming and multitasking. The motherboard features Wi-Fi 6, 2.5Gb Ethernet, and a 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port, ensuring comprehensive connectivity options.With support for DDR5 memory, the board is future-proof for high-performance applications. MSI's BIOS interface is user-friendly, with easy-to-navigate settings and Flash BIOS for updates without a CPU installed. Cooling is well-managed, and fan headers are plentiful for custom cooling setups.At its price, the MAG B650 TOMAHAWK offers excellent value, making it ideal for gamers and content creators who need strong performance without breaking the bank. Overall, it’s a well-rounded, reliable choice for building a powerful yet affordable system.