2 am5 boards (can't select)
2 am5 boards (can't select)
I’m considering two options for a new PC built around the AM5 platform: the Rog x670e-e and the x670e Taichi. Since upgrades to AM5 are limited, I need to weigh the pros and cons of each. The Taichi offers bigger VRMs and faster RAM speeds, while the Rog leans toward better connectivity and software support from ASUS. It feels like a balanced choice overall, but I’m still deciding which aligns more with my future needs.
They seem as extravagantly built as every other board in this lineup, so VRMs aren't a big concern—just pick the one with the features you need. That's what matters when you're actually using it. In this situation, the ASUS model works fine. Just confirmed they are quite bulky. You should be okay with the 20+2 110A power stages on the ASUS.
Are you considering purchasing now? As someone who owns a 7950X, I’d advise against moving to Zen 4. The costs are steep, and the ecosystem isn’t as well-established as AM4. While I can’t assess your budget directly, investing in a high-end X/B 600 series seems like a poor use of funds—most boards are unreliable and overpriced. The next generation could offer significant improvements, but right now you’re stuck with an unstable board for over $400. A few key points: cooling performance is poor on this AM5 generation. To maintain the same LGA height as AM4, the heat spreader is excessively thick, cutting efficiency by about 10°C compared to previous models. De-lidding reduces performance by roughly 20°C. It’s unclear if future Zen releases will fix these issues; they seem stuck at this point. I’d bet AM5 won’t last much beyond a couple more updates due to these limitations. RAM stability is also an issue—especially with XMP/DDR5 profiles, some users have had trouble. I even had to manually adjust the voltage to keep things stable on a high-speed setup. If you plan to add more than two RAM sticks, you’ll likely end up with DDR5-4600 unless you’re comfortable overclocking. Memory controllers in 13th-gen Intel and Zen 4 can’t support four sticks like DDR4, which is a limitation for heavy users. While Intel is improving, it’s still a concern for long-term reliability if you need a stable system for years. In short, I’d opt for a more advanced board from Gigabyte or AsRock if possible. The Aorus Elite is a solid choice—it offers good VRM without being too expensive. Just remember these early boards have stability problems, and you might end up replacing the board sooner than expected. If AM5 remains, upgrading to a newer chipset would make more sense, and it’s probably better to invest in a quality board once prices stabilize and the platform matures.
What I/O and connectivity requirements do you have? And what are your intentions for using this system? On these heavily upgraded AM5 boards, the main concern is handling high clock speeds—especially with 6200 DDR5 support. While it's still early on, many boards may struggle until BIOS updates resolve existing DDR5 problems. You don’t need expensive boards with unnecessary features or I/O ports; focus on what you actually need.