Motherboard

Leo takes a look at a new W890-SAGE board from ASUS, with a Xeon 696X CPU too

MSI has updated its Intel-based 800-series motherboard portfolio ahead of the launch of the Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus series, a mid-generation refresh that focuses on efficiency gains, increased core counts, and improved memory compatibility. Leading MSI's updated lineup is the MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI II. Designed with a new …

MSI is joining forces with developer Pearl Abyss, offering gamers a free copy of the highly anticipated open-world action-adventure, Crimson Desert. Until April 6th, 2026, those who purchase select MSI X870E or B850 motherboards will be eligible to claim a Steam code for the game, which is slated for its …

Today Sapphire is launching its latest all-white AM5 motherboard, the Pure X870A WiFi 7. Sporting a minimalist design and the full X870 chipset, the motherboard is poised as a high-end option for custom gaming PCs with the latest Ryzen CPUs. The Pure X870A WiFi 7 supports DDR5 memory up to …

As Intel prepares for the late 2026 debut of its Core Ultra Series “Nova Lake-S” processors, new leaks have revealed the details for the accompanying 900-series “Nova Point” chipset family. This generation marks a significant shift in platform architecture, introducing the LGA 1954 socket and a more granular approach to …

The ASRock X870E Taichi OCF is all about the Over Clocking Formula name and features. This forms a large part of our video as we dig into the function of the mysterious buttons that ASRock has positioned near the two memory slots and the main power connector. Key features 22+2+1 …

Gigabyte has used CES 2026 to showcase a specialised lineup of motherboards designed to squeeze every last frame out of AMD's Ryzen 9000 Series X3D processors. Leading the charge is the X870E Aorus Xtreme X3D AI Top, a flagship board focused on high‑frequency memory stability and aggressive thermal management for the latest 3D V‑Cache silicon.

Asus ROG is preparing for a high-impact presence at CES 2026, with teasers suggesting it will introduce its own RGB-stripe OLED monitors designed with improved text clarity. Alongside these displays, Asus is set to refresh its AM5 motherboard lineup with a new “Neo” series. The most significant ROG display teaser …

Sapphire has officially entered the “cable-less” PC building arena with the launch of its Nitro+ PhantomLink series. Currently debuting in the Chinese market, this release signals Sapphire's adoption of the back-connector power delivery standard, offering a solution to the cluttered aesthetics that often plague high-end builds. The new lineup includes …

Leo takes a deep dive into Gigabyte's X870E Aorus Pro X3D Ice

It's the latest MSI Godlike motherboard - and yes, it really is £1250

Gigabyte has unveiled the X870E Aero X3D Wood, a new high-end motherboard that leans heavily into the recent trend of integrating natural materials into PC hardware. Moving away from the usual gamer aesthetic, this model features a wood-grain finish and a leather pull tab, designed to complement chassis like the …

Sapphire is back with a new B850M motherboard - prepping for Zen 6?

For anyone who has invested in AMD's AM5 platform, news has just surfaced that confirms the socket's long-term viability. Leaked marketing materials and official videos from motherboard partners Asus and ASRock have provided the first concrete proof that upcoming B850 series motherboards will be compatible with the upcoming Zen 6-based …

The 75-watt power limit of the PCI-Express slot has been a staple of PC building for two decades, but Asus is now exploring a way to finally break past it. According to a recent report, the company has unveiled a new concept design for a modified PCIe slot that could …

Sapphire has been releasing AMD motherboards for a few years now. Today, the company launches its latest Nitro+ B650A WiFi 7 motherboard, which support AM5 processors and advanced networking capabilities.  The motherboard is designed with Nitro+ cooling, which includes extensive heatsink coverage for all critical components. USB connectivity options are …

Earlier this week, AMD commented on a recent surge of complaints from AM5 motherboard users, who suffered 'burnt out' CPUs and sockets. AMD said this was a BIOS misconfiguration issue. Now, ASRock is rolling out a new BIOS that will improve system stability.

Leo checks out an X870 mobo from ASRock, priced around £300

NZXT has launched its latest motherboard for the AMD platform, the N7 B850. Designed for the new Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, the new board brings NZXT's signature minimalist aesthetic to the AM5 socket, providing a clean and stylish foundation for your next Zen 5 build. As is tradition for the …

ASRock has a new thin Mini-ITX motherboard hitting the market. The new H810M-ITX is a very small motherboard designed for commercial environments, complete with support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 CPUs. The ASRock H810TM-ITX supports Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and dual DDR5 memory configurations. Despite the small …

MSI is once again first out of the gate, rolling out a new beta BIOS that features AMD's latest AGESA 1.2.0.3F firmware. While the new update promises the usual stability and compatibility improvements, the changelog contains an interesting bit: support for an unannounced series of Ryzen 9000F processors. Based on …

MSI has rolled out the new AGESA 1.2.0.3e BIOS update for its latest 800-series motherboards (AMD X870/E and B850), bringing several enhancements, including support for 256 GB memory and “future” CPUs. According to Chi11eddog, this update introduces support for optimising high-density memory from Hynix, Micron, and Samsung. The new BIOS …

Hot on the heels of the announcement of Intel's 200S Boost technology, MSI has now stepped forward with an extensive list of motherboards that support the new feature. The entire lineup of MSI Z890 series motherboards will offer complete, out-of-the-box support for Intel 200S Boost. Intel 200S Boost functions as …

Our advice is to skip the MSI Tomahawk and instead buy the MSI Tomahawk!

Looking to move to the AM5 platform but don't want to spend a fortune? MSI could have the answer

Asus has quietly revamped its Q-Release Slim mechanism on the newly launched ROG Crosshair X870E Apex motherboard, addressing concerns regarding potential damage to high-end GPUs. This unannounced update involves removing a metal bracket that was previously implicated in scratching the PCIe connectors of graphics cards.

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Asus has addressed the recent concerns surrounding its PCIe Q-Release Slim, a GPU release mechanism built into some motherboards to simplify graphics card removal. While acknowledging the potential for cosmetic wear and tear on the PCIe connector, Asus maintains that the mechanism does not cause functional damage to the graphics …

Asus is being scrutinised for its PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim mechanism. Reports of potential damage to graphics cards caused by the new design have surfaced, accompanied by photos of evident damage to the PCB. The PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, introduced on Asus's Intel 800 and AMD 800 series motherboards, aims …

Asus has unleashed a wave of new motherboards based on AMD's B850 and B840 chipsets, offering a compelling blend of performance, features, and value for Ryzen users. In addition, it also announced two new high-end X870E motherboards, including the ROG Crosshair X870E Apex and Crosshair X870E Extreme motherboards. The B850 …