MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE AM5 E-ATX Motherboard

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MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE AM5 E-ATX Motherboard
Key Features
  • E-ATX Form Factor
  • AMD X870E Chipset
  • AM5 Socket
  • 4 x Dual-Channel DDR5 Slots
Prepare your next build for maximum gaming and content creation performance with the MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE AM5 E-ATX Motherboard. Supporting AMD 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with the AM5 socket, this motherboard can be outfitted with overclocked components to handle demanding applications and AI-enhanced workloads.
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MSI X870E GODLIKE Overview

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Prepare your next build for maximum gaming and content creation performance with the MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE AM5 E-ATX Motherboard. Supporting AMD 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with the AM5 socket, this motherboard can be outfitted with overclocked components to handle demanding applications and AI-enhanced workloads.

Designed with EZ Link technology to streamline builds, you can install up two M.2 PCIe 5.0 and three PCIe 4.0 SSDs on the motherboard. Two more M.2 PCIe 5.0 SSDs may be added using the included M.2 XPANDER-Z Slider Gen 5 card. You can also install up to four SATA III drives to store your games library, applications, and important files. Four DDR5 DIMM slots are available for up to 256GB of memory, which may be overclocked for up to 9000 MT/s performance. With two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot, you can add multiple graphics cards and other compatible expansions.

The rear panel features two USB4 ports that can transfer up to 40 Gb/s with compatible devices or connect a USB-C compatible 8K display. There are also five USB-C and eight USB-A ports that work with 10 Gb/s devices. An internal header allows you to use a 20 Gb/s USB-C port on the front panel. Built-in Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) support and both 5G and 10G compatible Ethernet ports provide you with high-speed connections to compatible network devices for smooth video streaming and low-latency online games. Windows 11 64-bit is required to take advantage of all the motherboard's features.

MSI GODLIKE Design
Dynamic Dashboard III
A built-in 3.99" color LCD screen allows you to monitor your hardware performance in real-time or display personalized graphics.
EZ Link
MSI's EZ Link design helps to simplify installation by consolidating most of the front panel, fan, and RGB headers into the EZ Bridge and EZ Control Hub. The EZ Bridge, which holds the LCD screen, magnetically attaches to the motherboard and attaches directly to the EZ Control hub with a flexible cable.
Ultra Performance
Power Solution
Unleash and sustain the maximum performance with a digital PWM IC design with a 24+2+1 Duet Rail Power System. By combining dual power connectors and 110A Smart Power Stage, the MEG X870E GODLIKE is ready for high-end processors and hardware.
Optimized PCB Design
The 10-layer PCB design features 2 ounces of copper and has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds.
DDR5 Memory Support
High-performance DDR5 memory works with a dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology to deliver exceptional performance.
Ultra Engine
Multiple CPU and memory overlocking features included in the Click BIOS X tool allow you to quickly and easily fine-tune performance.
Frozr Design
Maintain optimal temperatures with magnetic double-sided M.2 shield heat sinks, a metal backplate, aluminum cover, direct touch cross heatpipes, and more.
Wi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) introduces higher speeds, wider channels, improved efficiency, and reduced latency over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), with maximum speeds of up to 5.8 Gb/s.
DIY Friendly
PCIe 5.0
Doubling the speed of the previous generation, the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface can reach 128 GB/s.
SMT PCIe Slots
The advanced SMT (Surface Mount Technology) PCIe slot diminishes interference and electrical noise to fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal. They are reinforced with Steel Armor II technology to support heavy graphics cards.
Steel Armor II
Compared to the previous generation, Steel Armor II's weight endurance has increased by 21%, ensuring excellent signal transmission quality.
M.2 XPANDER-Z Slider Gen 5
Add two additional M.2 PCIe 5.0 SSDs to your system using the included expansion card, which features an EZ slide design for simplified installation. Dual 70mm double-ball bearing fans help to maintain optimal temperatures.
EZ PCIe Release
An easy-to-access physical button release mechanism helps to remove any PCIe card with a single tap, making it easier to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.
EZ M.2 Clip II
MSI's EZ M.2 CLIP II makes SSD installation seamless. Insert the SSD into the M.2 slot and press it down to lock it in place with the clip. Flicking the clip outward lets you remove the SSD. Use the EZ M.2 Clip II remover tool to detach or reposition the clip on the motherboard.
Flash BIOS
Flash the BIOS with only a connected power supply and a flash drive. No CPU or memory required.
Clear CMOS
Restore the BIOS to its default settings with the push of a button.
UPC: 824142388747

MSI X870E GODLIKE Specs

Key Specs
Chipset
AMD X870E
CPU Socket
AM5
Memory Slots
4x 288-Pin
Memory Type Support
DDR5
M.2 Slots
22110 / 2280
Expansion Slots
2x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 4.0 x4
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Form Factor
E-ATX
CPU
Chipset
AMD X870E
CPU Socket
AM5
Back Panel I/O
USB I/O
2x USB-C (USB4)
5x USB-C (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
8x USB-A (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
Thunderbolt I/O
No
Display I/O
No Dedicated Display Ports (Video Signal via USB-C)
Audio I/O
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
1x S/PDIF
Ethernet / Controller
1x 5GbE
1x 10GbE
Wi-Fi Antenna
2x Connector
Buttons
BIOS Flashback, Clear CMOS
Memory
Memory Slots
4x 288-Pin
Memory Type Support
DDR5
Maximum Capacity
256 GB
Channel Architecture
Dual Channel
ECC Support
Non-ECC Unbuffered
Storage Expansion
SATA
4x SATA III
M.2 Slots
4x M.2 (M Key) 2280/2260
1x M.2 (M Key) 22110/2280
2x M.2 (M Key) 2280
Optane Memory Support
No
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 10 (SATA)
RAID 0, 1, 10 (M.2)
Internal I/O
Expansion Slots
2x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 4.0 x4
USB
2x USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Header (Supports 4 USB-A Port)
1x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB-A Port)
Air Cooling
1x 4-Pin CPU
7x 4-Pin Assistant
Liquid Cooling
2x 4-Pin Pump
Power Connectors
1x 24-Pin Mainboard
4x 8-Pin ATX
Security
Chassis Intrusion, TPM Module
LED Header
3x RGB
BIOS
ROM
2x 256 Mb
Front Panel I/O
Front Panel I/O
AAFP, USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC4082 (7.1-Channel)
DAC
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be): Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.4
Physical
Form Factor
E-ATX
Dimensions
10.9 x 12" / 277 x 305 mm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
14.12 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.5 x 14.2 x 5.8"

MSI X870E GODLIKE Reviews

Garbage board is not ready for retail sale

By Cra67
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-02

This board along with other MSI X870E boards were seemingly rushed to market with key features that do not work. In particular, if you expect to use the M2_1 drive slot on this board do not expect it to work correctly. It will randomly fluctuate between Gen1 to Gen5 speeds on power cycles. Also beware of performance stutters and Dynamic Dashboard 3 issues. Anyone considering buying one of these pieces of garbage, I urge you to visit MSI's user forums to see all the complaints from buyers. Lack of customer support for the Godlike board especially is very troubling. I've had a trouble ticket open now for 10 weeks with no resolve. This is the last MSI product I'll ever buy again.

Bow to the God

By Ricardo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-27

I just switched from AUSUS to MSI. What an improvement. This motherboard far exceeded my expectations.

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