MSI has pushed the boundaries of motherboard performance with their MEG X870E GODLIKE X Edition, making it a premier choice for enthusiasts. Priced at $1300 US with only 1000 units produced, this motherboard is designed for those who demand the utmost in quality and capability. Recent tests have confirmed its claim to support DDR5 memory up to 9000+ MT/s, achieving impressive results when paired with AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series CPUs.
Unleashing the Power of Ryzen and MEG X870E
When teamed with an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and 32 GB of DDR5 memory, the MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE X Edition demonstrated its prowess by reaching DDR5-8900 speeds with CAS timings of 36-49-49-56 CR1 at 1.56V. This motherboard not only showcases high frequency capabilities but also exhibits remarkable stability, successfully passing the RunMemtestPro burn-in test without errors.
In a separate low-latency test, the DDR5 memory operated at 6600 MT/s with tighter CAS timings of 24-35-35-56 CR1 at 1.65V, maintaining stability through the same rigorous testing process. This performance hovers slightly above the optimal DDR5-6400 speeds for AMD’s Ryzen 9000 CPUs, suggesting enhanced gaming performance with tighter timings.
Reaching New Heights with Ryzen 7 9700X
The testing continued with an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X processor, enabling the same 32 GB DDR5 kit to achieve a staggering 9100 MT/s with timings of 40-53-53-56 CR1. Moreover, stability tests confirmed the kit’s reliability at DDR5-9000 speeds, reinforcing the motherboard’s capability to handle extreme conditions.
Looking ahead, the AMD AM5 platform is anticipated to advance further in memory overclocking capabilities with updates to AGESA, enhancing stability and performance. Additionally, there is ongoing collaboration with manufacturers to integrate CUDIMM DDR5 memory modules for future Zen 6-based Ryzen CPUs, offering promising prospects for tech enthusiasts everywhere.