MSI is thrilled to unveil its new motherboards designed to support AMD’s Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors, launching on the AM5 platform. Utilizing advanced 4nm CPU technology, the Ryzen 9000 Series is set to transform computing with unparalleled performance and efficiency for gamers and content creators. The initial release on August 8th will include the Ryzen™ 7 9700X and Ryzen™ 5 9600X, followed by the Ryzen™ 9 9950X and 9900X on August 15th. These processors boast up to 16 cores and 32 threads, with a maximum boost clock speed of 5.7GHz, 64MB of L3 cache, and a maximum TDP of 170W.
The Ryzen 9000 Series will support PCIe 5.0 for GPUs and M.2, as well as enhanced DDR5 memory speeds. The Ryzen™ 7 9700X is expected to deliver around 12% better overall performance compared to AMD’s first-generation 3D V-cache CPUs. All Ryzen 9000 processors are compatible with the AM5 socket, and users can integrate them with existing AMD 600 Series motherboards by updating to the latest BIOS available on MSI’s support page.
In terms of performance, the Ryzen 9000 Series is designed to be more power-efficient and quieter, with a lower TDP that enhances performance for demanding applications.
At Computex 2024, MSI introduced two new motherboards: the MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI and PRO X870-P WIFI, both optimized for the upcoming Ryzen 9000 Series. These motherboards feature a fresh design with sleek patterns and include several user-friendly innovations exclusive to MSI. The EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II and EZ M.2 Clip II make M.2 heatsink installation easier, while the Screwless M.2 Frozr allows for simple removal and installation. Additionally, the EZ PCIe Release simplifies the removal of large graphics cards with a single button, and the EZ Antenna streamlines the installation and removal of Wi-Fi antenna connectors.
MSI also introduces the Performance Switch overclocking function in its BIOS for Ryzen 9000 processors. This feature offers three preset levels and an advanced option, combining AMD’s Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) with MSI’s overclocking settings for improved CPU performance in both single-core and multi-core tasks.
New BIOS enhancements include two memory tuning options: “Memory Try It!” and “High Efficiency Mode.” “Memory Try It!” allows users to select and test different memory performance profiles directly within the BIOS, while “High Efficiency Mode” optimizes gaming performance by improving memory bandwidth and reducing latency with settings such as Tightest, Tighter, Balance, and Relax.
AMD’s latest innovation, the Optimized Performance Profile (OPP), is designed to enhance performance for the Ryzen 9000 Series by optimizing memory frequencies to DDR 6000MHz. OPP uses the existing EXPO profile on memory DIMMs to automatically adjust speed and timing, ensuring peak performance and stability.
