The AM5 platform from AMD introduces a new generation of chipsets designed to unleash the power of the Zen 4 architecture and beyond and they are the latest motherboard chipset for AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors. There are four chipsets available: X670E, X670, B650E, and B650 which we will discuss and compare in detail below. So like we mentioned just a wile ago, this small introduction has been revolutionizing the industry recently and the gaming and other enthusiasts cannot get enough of that. In this post we would explain each of the AMD AM5 chispet specifications, features and their compatibility. We would also show you the comparative table so that you can see the difference.
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ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E Gaming Socket AM5(LGA 1718) Ryzen 7000 ATX Motherboard(18+2 Power Stages,PCIe® 5.0, DDR,4xM.2 Slots,USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, WiFi 6E,PCIe Slot...
MSI PRO X670-P WiFi ProSeries Motherboard (AMD AM5, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, SATA 6Gb/s, M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi 6E, HDMI/DP, ATX)
MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD AM5, ATX, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, M.2, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI/DP, Wi-Fi 6E, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop...
ASRock A620M-HDV/M.2+ Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
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ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E Gaming Socket AM5(LGA 1718) Ryzen 7000 ATX Motherboard(18+2 Power Stages,PCIe® 5.0, DDR,4xM.2 Slots,USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, WiFi 6E,PCIe Slot...
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MSI PRO X670-P WiFi ProSeries Motherboard (AMD AM5, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, SATA 6Gb/s, M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi 6E, HDMI/DP, ATX)
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MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD AM5, ATX, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, M.2, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI/DP, Wi-Fi 6E, AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop...
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ASRock A620M-HDV/M.2+ Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
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Here’s a breakdown of each AM5 chipset and its key features:
#1 AMD X670E
So like we have mentioned earlier AMD X670E is one is a flagship choice that is considered to deliver maximum performance and overclocking potential.
ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E Gaming Socket AM5(LGA 1718) Ryzen 7000 ATX Motherboard(18+2 Power Stages,PCIe® 5.0, DDR,4xM.2 Slots,USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, WiFi 6E,PCIe Slot...
- AMD Socket AM5(LGA 1718) for AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive tools including AI Cooling II, Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation and AI Networking for easy configuration
- Robust Power Solution: 18 plus 2 teamed power stages with 8 plus8 pin ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core...
$459.99 
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- Dual-channel DDR5 memory support with AMD EXPO technology
- PCIe 5.0 support for both graphics and NVMe storage
- Up to 14 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 ports, 8 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 support (motherboard dependent)
Features
- Advanced power delivery and cooling capabilities for overclocking headroom
- Extensive customization options for enthusiasts
- Ideal for extreme gamers, content creators, and professionals
#2 AMD X670
High-performance option – A great balance between performance and features.
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- 5-Year Warranty
- AMD AM5 Socket: Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
- DDR5 Compatible: 4SMD DIMMs with ECC/Non-ECC Unbuffered Memory
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- Dual-channel DDR5 memory support with AMD EXPO technology
- PCIe 5.0 support for NVMe storage (graphics PCIe 4.0 on most models)
- Up to 10 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 ports, 6 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 support (motherboard dependent)
Features:
- Solid overclocking headroom for most users
- Good mix of connectivity options for a variety of needs
- Best suited for demanding gamers, creators, and overclockers
#3 AMD B650
Mainstream performance – Balanced performance and affordability
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- Supports AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors
- Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6400+(OC) MHz
- Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works
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- PCIe 5.0 support for NVMe storage (no PCIe 5.0 for graphics)
- Up to 8 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 ports, 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 support (motherboard dependent)
Features:
- Decent overclocking potential for everyday tasks
- Focuses on essential connectivity and features
- A good choice for mainstream gamers, productivity users, and value seekers
#4 AMD A620/A620A
Basic functionality – Focuses on energy efficiency and affordability.
ASRock A620M-HDV/M.2+ Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
- Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 7000 Series Processors
- 6+1+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS, 120W CPU Ready
- Supports DDR5 6400+ MHz (OC)
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- Dual-channel DDR5 memory support (no AMD EXPO)
- PCIe 4.0 support for both graphics and NVMe storage
- Up to 6 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 ports, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 support (motherboard dependent)
Features:
- Limited overclocking capabilities
- Prioritizes basic connectivity and functionality
- Ideal for budget-conscious users and office productivity builds
Choosing the Right Chipset
The best AM5 chipset for you depends on your needs and budget. We have shown some of the considerations that could easily explain each one of them in the simplest way and we would also show you other comparisons.
- Performance – X670E > X670 > B650 > A620/A620A
- Overclocking – X670E > X670 > B650 (limited) > A620/A620A (not recommended)
- Features – X670E > X670 > B650 > A620/A620A
- Cost – A620/A620A < B650 < X670 < X670E
According to AMD’s user-guide here is the precise run-down for each of them:
- AMD X670E Chipset – This is the most powerful of the four chipsets available and supports 24 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 16 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and twelve SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
- AMD X670 Chipset – This chipset supports 16 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 8 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and ten SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
- AMD B650E Chipset – This chipset supports 16 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 8 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and ten SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
- AMD B650 Chipset – This chipset supports 8 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 4 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and eight SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
Here is the Comparison Table of AM5 Chipset That Show Which One is Better
Feature | X670E | X670 | B650 | A620/A620A |
| Target Audience | Enthusiasts, overclockers, extreme users | Performance users, overclockers | Mainstream users, gamers, creators | Budget users, office productivity |
| Memory Support | Dual-channel DDR5 with AMD EXPO | Dual-channel DDR5 with AMD EXPO | Dual-channel DDR5 | Dual-channel DDR5 |
| PCIe 5.0 Support | Graphics & NVMe Storage | NVMe Storage only | NVMe Storage only | No |
| PCIe 4.0 Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (graphics & NVMe on some models) |
| USB Ports (max) | 14 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 8 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 10 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 6 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 8 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 6 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Wi-Fi Support | Wi-Fi 6E (motherboard dependent) | Wi-Fi 6E (motherboard dependent) | Wi-Fi 6 (motherboard dependent) | Wi-Fi 6 (motherboard dependent) |
| Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Overclocking | Excellent | Good | Decent (limited) | Not recommended |
| Power Delivery | Advanced for high-end CPUs | Solid for most CPUs | Basic for mainstream CPUs | Basic for budget CPUs |
| Cooling | Robust for overclocking | Good for moderate overclocking | Decent for basic cooling | Basic |
| Custom | Extensive options for enthusiasts | Good options for enthusiasts | Basic options | Limited options |
| Cost Parameters | Highest | High | Mid-range | Lowest |
The AMD AM5 chipset is designed for the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors. The following processors are compatible with the AM5 AMD chipset:
I)AMD Ryzen 7 7800X
This is a high-end AMD processor has 6 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock speed of 3.5 GHz and a boost clock speed of 4.7 GHz.
II)AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
This AMD Ryzen 9 7900X processor has 24 cores and 48 threads, with a base clock speed of 3. GHz and a boost clock speed of 4.6 GHz.
III) AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7990X
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7990X processor has 64 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock speed of 2.6 GHz and a boost clock speed of 4.2 GHz.
#5 Here is The Detailed Overview Of Each Feature That These AM5 Chipset Come With
i) AMD Dual-channel DDR5
Allows data transfer on both channels of the memory simultaneously, increasing overall bandwidth compared to single-channel. Their memory overclocking technology for DDR5, similar to Intel XMP. It optimizes performance and stability by automatically configuring memory settings.
ii) PCIe Support
- PCIe 5.0 – The latest generation of PCIe technology with vastly increased bandwidth compared to PCIe 4.0. Offers significant performance improvement for high-end graphics cards and NVMe SSDs
- PCIe 4.0 – Still a fast and widely adopted standard, but not as high-performance as PCIe 5.0. Generally sufficient for current mid-range graphics cards and SSDs
ii)USB Ports
- USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 – The fastest USB standard available, offering up to 20 Gbps transfer speeds per port. Ideal for external storage devices and high-bandwidth peripherals
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 – Offers 10 Gbps transfer speeds, suitable for most common uses like connecting external drives, keyboards, and mice
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 – Basic option with 5 Gbps transfer speeds, sufficient for low-bandwidth peripherals like webcams and printers
iii) Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi 6E – Latest generation of Wi-Fi offering faster speeds, lower latency, and improved performance in crowded environments. Requires compatible router
- Bluetooth 5.2 – Latest Bluetooth standard with improved connection stability and wider range
iv) Overclocking
- Advanced – X670E offers the most robust features and headroom for pushing CPU and memory speeds beyond factory limits
- Medium – X670 also allows for decent overclocking, suitable for moderate enthusiasts
- Considerable (limited) – B650 offers some overclocking potential, but not as much as X670 chipsets
- Not recommended – A620/A620A generally don’t have features or power delivery suitable for stable overclocking
v) Power Delivery & Cooling
- Advanced for high-end CPUs – X670E is equipped to handle the power demands of top-tier processors and ensure efficient cooling during overclocking
- Solid for most CPUs – X670 provides adequate power delivery and cooling for most mainstream CPUs, even with moderate overclocking
- Basic for mainstream CPUs – B650 offers sufficient power and cooling for typical CPU usage
- Basic for budget CPUs – A620/A620A are designed for lower power consumption and may not handle demanding CPUs or extensive cooling options
vi) Custom
- Extensive options for enthusiasts – X670E offers advanced BIOS settings and control over various system parameters for fine-tuning performance and functionality
- Good options for enthusiasts – X670 also provides good customization options for overclocking and tweaking settings
- Basic options – B650 has limited but sufficient customization options for adjusting basic settings
- Limited options – A620/A620A prioritize basic functionality and offer minimal customization options
So finally we are going to give you a sophisticated and precise run-down of each of the AMD AM5 chipset which is the latest motherboard chipset in the line of AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors that we have already mentioned many times here in this post:
- The X670E chipset is the most powerful of the four and supports 24 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 16 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and twelve SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
- While X670 chipset supports 16 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 8 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and ten SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
- B650E chipset supports 16 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 8 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and ten SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports
- The B650 chipset supports 8 direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes, 4 of which go to the graphics slot(s). It also supports a maximum of two SuperSpeed USB ports at 20 Gbps and eight SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps ports.
What we have found over the course of comparing all these that solely for the gaming performance, the X670E and X670 chipsets are the best options as they have more direct processor PCIe 5.0 lanes and more graphics slot(s). However, the B650E and B650 chipsets are also good options if you are looking for a more budget-friendly option. Motherboard manufacturers implement chipsets differently, so specific features and capabilities may vary between models. So it’s highly advised to always check the motherboard specifications before making a purchase.
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