MSI brings its new MAX boards to CES with support for current and future AMD AM5 processors

Although we were already able to learn some details at the last GAMESCOM, it is at CES 2026 where MSI has deployed all its artillery of motherboards for AMD AM5 socket with its new 64 MB BIOS and more recent technologies.

MSI has presented its new range of motherboards MAX for processors amda line designed to maximize performance through chipsets AMD X870 and B850. These models stand out for integrating technologies that were previously reserved for the highest ranges, such as connectivity WiFi 7, USB4, 10GbE and ports PCI Express 5.0 with the maximum number of lines activated. One of the key improvements is the adoption of a new 64 MB BIOSwhich guarantees support for current and future processors on the platform AM5.

In the performance section, models with chipset X870 and X870E incorporate technology OC Engine. Thanks to a dedicated chip, it is possible to desynchronize the clock of the BCLK independently of other components such as RAM or PCIe. This allows memory speeds to be achieved DDR5 above 10,000 MT/s and achieve a performance improvement of up to 15% if you combine CPU and memory overclocking.

The series MAX take advantage of the design philosophy EZ DIY to facilitate assembly. These functions include the EZ PCIe Release to extract the graph with a single finger, the EZ M.2 Clip II to install SSDs without screws and connector EZ Link to manage fans and RGB from a single port. At the hardware level, the boards have up to 27 VRM phases (24+2+1) In the top-of-the-range models, PCBs of 10 layers with 2 ounce copper and additional connectors of 8 pin to power the PCIe bus.

Models based on AMD X870/X870E chipsets

MEG X870E GODLIKE X EDITION

The spearhead of the brand with 27 VRM phases. Includes the M.2 XPANDER-Z SLIDER GEN5, 7 M.2 ports and a port USB-C with 60W charging.

MSI MEG X870E ACE MAX

It is presented as one of MSI’s most advanced models for the socket AM5guaranteeing compatibility with future high-performance AMD processors. Its power system uses a dual rail design with 21 phases (18 + 2 + 1) and 110A SPSpowered by two 8-pin connectors. The entire complex is built on a 8 layer PCB Server grade with 2 ounce copper to ensure durability.

MEG X870E UNIFY-X MAX:

Oriented towards extreme overclocking with 18+2+1 phases. It stands out for including the Tuning Controllera remote control to manage overclock, power and Clear CMOS parameters without entering the BIOS.

MPG X870I EDGE TI EVO WIFI:

The most powerful solution in format Mini-ITX. Despite its size, it offers 11 phases of 110 A, USB4, Wi-Fi 7 and the card XPANDER CARD to expand internal connectivity.

MAG X870E TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI (and PZ version)

Available in black and white, they have a system of 14+2+1 phases 80 A and larger heatsinks.

MAG X870E GAMING PLUS MAX WIFI

A model with 17 phases 60 A, 3 M.2 connectors and connectivity 5GbE which will be positioned as the most contained price proposal within the high range.

More affordable B850M range models

The line is completed with the models MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI II, MAG B850 GAMING PLUS MAX WIFI and MAG B850M MORTAR MAX WIFI II. Although they are more affordable options, they maintain the 64 MB BIOStechnology OC Engine for BCLK control, the extra 8-pin connector for power stability and the main design functions EZ DIY.