The N9 X870E delivers cutting-edge performance in a sleek design, making it an ideal foundation for modern AMD? gaming PCs. Built for the latest AMD? Ryzen? processors, it features overclocking-ready power, optimized thermals, and PCIe 5.0 support, plus high-speed Wi-Fi 7, 5GbE, and USB 4 connectivity. The full-metal cover with subtle RGB lighting adds a touch of sophistication to any build. AMD? AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD? Ryzen? 9000, 8000, and 7000 series desktop processors. Superior Power: A robust 20+2+1 power phase design with 110A SPS and an 8-layer, low-loss 2-oz copper PCB ensure exceptional stability and overclocking potential. Advanced Cooling: Stay cool under pressure with a VRM heatsink array with thermal pads, dual PWM fans, and fins, plus dedicated heatsinks and thermal pads for all M.2 slots. PCIe? 5.0 Expansion: One PCIe? 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen GPUs and one PCIe? 3.0 x16 slot for additional high-speed expansion cards. DDR5 Memory: Four dual-channel DIMM slots support DDR5 RAM speeds of 8000+ MT/s, delivering faster multitasking and improved system responsiveness. High-Speed Storage: Four M.2 slots, including one PCIe? 5.0 and three PCIe? 4.0, deliver ultra-fast storage speeds and load times?all with quick-release latches. Next-Gen Connectivity: USB 4 (40 Gbps), Wi-Fi 7, and 5GbE deliver blazing-fast data transfers and ultra-low latency networking. Sleek & Stylish: A premium full-metal cover conceals the PCB for a clean, modern aesthetic, enhanced by onboard customizable RGB lighting. IMPORTANT: BIOS & Driver Updates Required Update your BIOS and drivers for compatibility, stability, and peak performance. BIOS: Version 3.20 or later is required for the AMD? Ryzen? 7 9800X3D. While your system will boot, update immediately to prevent memory-related issues. You can check your BIOS version in NZXT CAM. Drivers: Keep your chipset and system drivers updated for optimal performance and stability.