AMD · 2024
X870
The X870 is an AMD chipset for AM5 desktop platforms, released in September 2024.
The X870 is an AMD chipset for the AM5 socket, released in September 2024. It is designed for desktop platforms and supports DDR5 memory, including ECC memory. The chipset provides 12 PCIe 5.0 lanes and uses a DMI 4.0 connection to the CPU. It offers extensive connectivity with 8 SATA III ports, 1 USB4 port, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports, 8 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and 12 USB 2.0 ports. The X870 supports CPU and memory overclocking (XMP/EXPO) and has a TDP of 14 W. It is compatible with ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX form factors. Optional integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are available. The chipset is built on Promontory 21×2 architecture and supports PCIe 5.0 for GPU and M.2, with USB4 being optional.
Specifications
| Socket unverified | AM5 |
|---|---|
| Platform unverified | Desktop |
| TDP unverified | 14 W |
| PCIe version unverified | 5.0 |
| Total PCIe lanes (chipset) unverified | 12 |
| DMI version unverified | 4.0 |
| Memory support unverified | DDR5 |
| ECC memory support unverified | Yes |
| SATA III ports unverified | 8 |
| USB4 ports unverified | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports unverified | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports unverified | 8 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports unverified | 2 |
| USB 2.0 ports unverified | 12 |
| Integrated Wi-Fi unverified | Optional |
| Integrated Bluetooth unverified | Optional |
| CPU overclocking unverified | Yes |
| Memory overclocking (XMP/EXPO) unverified | Yes |
| Supported form factors unverified | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Release date unverified | 2024-09 |
| Release year unverified | 2024 |
| Notes unverified | X870 chipset uses Promontory 21×2 architecture, supports PCIe 5.0 for GPU and M.2, USB4 optional. |