GigabyteReleased 2024
Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master
The Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master lands as a solid mid-range motherboard, built around AMD X870E.
62/100
AMD X870EAM58600 MT/s18+2+2E-ATXDDR5
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Why we rate it
- ECC memory
- BIOS flashback
- Debug LED / postcode display
- Above-average max ram
- Below-average pcie 4.0 x16 slots
Score profile
Scored against the motherboards classWhere the Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Platform
SocketAM5
ChipsetAMD X870E
Form factorE-ATX
Supported CPU generationsRyzen 7000 / 8000 / 9000
Memory
RAM typeDDR5
RAM slots4
Max RAM256 GB
Max memory speed (OC)8600 MT/s
ECC memoryYes
Power delivery
VRM phases18
CPU power connectors2
Expansion slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1
PCIe 4.0 x16 slots1
PCIe x1 slots0
M.2 slots (total)4
M.2 PCIe 5.0 slots2
SATA ports4
Rear I/O
USB4 / Thunderbolt 42
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s)1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s)6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s)4
HDMI1
DisplayPort0
Networking
Ethernet5
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.4
Audio
Audio codecRealtek ALC1220 + ESS SABRE9118 DAC
Audio channels7.1
Features
BIOS flashbackYes
Debug LED / postcode displayYes
RGB / ARGB headers4
Fan headers8
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowGigabyte X870E Aorus Master vs ASUS ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero
Gigabyte X870E Aorus MasterASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero
| GigabyteGigabyte X870E Aorus MasterThis page | ASUSASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62 /100 | 62 /100 |
| Chipset | AMD X870E | X670E |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |
| Form factor | E-ATX | ATX |
| Max RAM speed | 8600 MT/s | — |
| RAM slots | 4 | 4 |
| M2 slots total | 4 | 5Better |
Who it's for
Is the Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable motherboard for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier motherboard is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
good
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 62/100 against other motherboards, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master?
Its ecc memory stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI?
The ASUS ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI scores 63/100 versus this one at 62/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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