Gigabyte's X870 EAGLE WiFi 7 motherboard offers a robust VRM & the latest connectivity features for AMD's Ryzen "AM5" CPUs.
Gigabyte adds another X870 chipset motherboard for AMD's AM5 "Ryzen" CPUs, the X870 Eagle WiFi 7
A few days ago, Gigabyte unveiled its high-end X870E AORUS Master motherboard for enthusiasts. The company has now introduced a new mainstream X870 chipset motherboard named the X870 EAGLE WiFi 7. This model is based on the Non-E X870 chipset but offers competitive features for modern PCs featuring the latest AM5 AMD Ryzen CPUs.
The Gigabyte X870 EAGLE WiFi 7 motherboard features a 6-layer PCB and a robust VRM, featuring 14+2+2 power phases for overclocking and reliable voltage supply to the AMD Ryzen "AM5" CPUs. Long aluminum grooved heatsinks are installed on the VRM components for heat dissipation plus a small I/O shroud with an RGB-lit "Eagle" logo is featured for aesthetics. The PCB is decorated with gray and white accents and a chipset with a customizable RGB LED zone.
Key Features:
- AMD Socket AM5: Supports AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Processors
- Digital twin 14+2+2 phases VRM solution
- Dual Channel DDR5: 4*DIMMs with AMD EXPO Memory Module Support
- WIFI EZ-Plug: Quick and easy design for Wi-Fi antenna installation
- EZ-Latch Plus: PCIe and M.2 slots with Quick Release & Screwless Design
- EZ-Latch Click: M.2 heatsinks with screwless design
- Friendly UI: Multi-Theme, AIO Fan Control, and Q-Flash Plus Auto Scan in BIOS and SW
- New AORUS Power Center in HWinfo for real-time monitoring of CPU power phases
- Ultra-Fast Storage: 3*M.2 slots, including 1* PCIe 5.0 x4
- Efficient Thermal: VRM Thermal Armor Advanced & M.2 Thermal Guard
- Fast Networking: 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 7 with Ultra-high gain antenna
- Extended Connectivity: Dual USB4 Type-C with DP-Alt, HDMI
- PCIe UD Slot X: PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 10X strength for graphics card
Four DIMM slots are featured on the motherboard that supports up to 256 GB of DDR5 memory clocked at up to 8000 MT/s. Furthermore, with AMD EXPO technology, the board offers great stability for overclocking RAM on optimized memory settings. For expansion cards, there are 3x PCI-E x16 slots, the primary one featuring Gen 5.0 bandwidth while the other two offer PCI-E Gen 3.0 interface.
There are several latest storage connectors too, including 3x M.2 connectors supporting PCI-E 5.0 and 4.0 speeds and 4x SATA 6GB/s ports for traditional SATA hard/solid state drives. For convenient connectivity, there are several headers onboard supporting USB 2.0, 3.2 Gen 1, and Type C 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports for front panel case connection. At the I/O, there are multiple USB Type A and Type C connectors, including the fast USB4, 3.2 Gen 2/Gen 1, and regular USB 2.0 ports for peripherals.
The Gigabyte X870 EAGLE WiFi 7 motherboard comes with a built-in MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 adapter and a fast Realtek 2.5GbE LAN for internet connectivity. Bluetooth 5.4 support is also provided for a stable and extended range for wireless devices.
While the motherboard doesn't offer premium features in the troubleshooting department, users can find a Q-Flash Plus button at the I/O, EZ Debug Zone on the PCB along with Power and Reset buttons for overclocking enthusiasts. The X870 EAGLE WiFi 7 carries the latest M.2 EZ-Latch Click and EZ-Latch Plus design for easier M.2 SSD installation and the latest PCI-E EZ-Latch Plus for the primary PCI-E x16 slot. The full list of IO includes:
- 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
- 2 x antenna connectors (2T2R)
- 1 x HDMI port
- 2 x USB4 USB Type-C ports (DisplayPort)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red)
- 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
- 1 x RJ-45 port
- 3 x audio jacks
The pricing and availability for the X870 EAGLE WiFi 7 is not yet announced but the motherboard is expected to launch on the 30th of September along with other X870 and X870E boards from Gigabyte and other motherboard makers.
About the author: Sarfraz Khan is a hardware reporter with a focus on PC components and the builder community. With years of experience writing about PC hardware and laptops, his work has been featured on several reputable technology publications. Sarfraz's hands-on experience is demonstrated through his first-person accounts of using and comparing different hardware configurations, providing practical and relatable insights for everyday users. His technical analysis is respected by peers in the enthusiast community and has been cited by specialized hardware sites such as Germany's Igor's Lab.
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