Yes, it performs well and offers strong features.
Yes, it performs well and offers strong features.
Hi, your friend is considering a motherboard upgrade. He’s currently using an MSI B450 Mortar and wants something better. He mentioned looking into MSI MPG X570S Carbon Max WiFi. Is this a solid choice or would you recommend another option? I’m not familiar with his current setup, so it’s hard to decide. To summarize his needs: he needs a board that supports the Ryzen 9 5950X with PBO, over-clocking, and liquid cooling (he’s planning to upgrade soon). He’s budgeting around RM1500 (about USD337) in Malaysia. His case is EATX but might lose a 2.5-inch drive bay due to cable routing. Let me know!
Regards, Chiyawa
I realized you were considering the MSI MAG Tomahawk WiFi, as it has a very high rating on PC Part Picker.
MSI MAG X570 Tomahawk Wifi AND MSI MPG X570 Gaming Pro Carbon Wifi Buildzoid seems average. From a tiny fan base's view, it’s just okay. Still, others might be okay with it unless they want to check other choices.
The Gaming Pro Carbon model is somewhat outdated. The alternative he’s considering is the Carbon Max. It seems like a refresh of the X570 chipset. I was thinking about suggesting the Gigabyte Aorus Pro WiFi, using myself, but I’m uncertain about the Gigabyte X570S Aorus Pro AX version. Based on the specifications, the Pro AX looks quite similar to the Pro WiFi, though the new design and build might affect power delivery. Right now, Gigabyte appears a bit more costly compared to other options in Malaysia.
The Tomahawk is a solid board, but I'm switching to the Carbon Max since reviews from newegg to Amazon are overwhelmingly positive. X570S models use passive cooling, which means you won't have to worry about the fan failing or making strange sounds over time. It's a bit pricier, but it's worth the upgrade for the reliability.