The GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER is a high-end motherboard made to satisfy the needs of PC enthusiasts, gamers, and creators who desire cutting-edge technology. It offers amazing performance, strong build quality, and superb connection with compatibility for AMD Ryzen processors and the newest DDR5 memory. Here’s a closer look at its performance, features, and design.
Along the way we will also be reviewing the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, that comes together as part of the review kit and as usual, we will provide our view and verdict for both of the products.
Design and Build: Durable and Stylish
With a dark color scheme and adjustable RGB lighting, the X870E AORUS MASTER has a sleek, futuristic look. It has a robust PCB, reinforced PCIe slots, a sophisticated cooling system, and is constructed from premium materials.
Key design highlights include:
- Thermal Armor Advanced : Large heatsinks and heat pipes ensure optimal cooling for the VRM and chipset.
- M.2 Thermal Guard XL : Keeps NVMe SSDs cool for sustained high-speed performance.
- Reinforced PCIe 5.0 slots: Adds durability for heavy GPUs with a button to release the GPU slot latch
- EZ Latch and EZ Match : Enables easy toolless installation for NVME drives and primary PCIE GPU slot press and release.
- EZ Debug Zone : Enables easy code read on status and error display
This motherboard exudes quality, balancing aesthetic appeal with practical functionality.
Processor and Memory Support
Top performance for gaming, streaming, and creative endeavors is guaranteed with the X870E AORUS MASTER’s compatibility with the most recent AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series processors. It supports the AM5 socket and is ready for future CPU releases.
Up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM with overclocked rates of over 8600 MT/s is supported by the motherboard. This makes it perfect for running memory-intensive apps, pushing frame rates in contemporary games, and multitasking.
Connectivity: Cutting-Edge Features
One notable feature is the WIFI 7 capabilities, which provides low latency, quicker, and more reliable wireless internet. This is ideal for streaming, downloading big files, and playing games online. It also has Bluetooth 5.4, which makes it possible to connect to peripherals like controllers and headphones with ease.
The rear I/O panel offers a wide range of connectivity options:
- 5Gb Ethernet port for fast and stable wired connections.
- Multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB-C ports for high-speed data transfer.
- HDMI output for integrated graphics (if using an APU).
The inclusion of PCIe 5.0 slots for GPUs and storage ensures maximum bandwidth, future-proofing the build for the latest hardware upgrades.
Storage and Expansion Options
With its several M.2 slots, the X870E AORUS MASTER supports PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs for blazingly fast storage. This is perfect for creators working with big files and gamers who desire quick load times.
For consumers that require a combination of SSDs and HDDs, the board also has SATA 6Gb/s connectors for conventional storage options, making it adaptable.
Because of these features, the motherboard is a great alternative for those that require a combination of speed and capacity.
Performance and Thermal Management
Even under extreme workloads or when overclocking, the CPU is consistently powered by the motherboard’s 16+2+2 power phases. With several fan headers and temperature sensors for individualized cooling, it offers outstanding thermal performance when combined with Smart Fan 6 technology.
Audio and Software Features
With its ALC1220-VB codec, the integrated audio system produces high-definition sound for a captivating entertainment or gaming experience. Spatial audio is further improved using DTS Ultra technology, which makes it perfect for surround sound or virtual reality systems.
The UEFI BIOS from GIGABYTE provides easy-to-use interfaces for firmware updates, system performance monitoring, and overclocking. Another benefit is the X3D Turbo Mode, which pushes the limits of game performance by combining hardware power balancing, bandwidth tweaking, and core distribution. With performance gains of up to 18% for Ryzen™ 9000 series 16-core X3D CPUs and an incredible 18% for Ryzen™ 9000 non-X3D processors, empirical research shows that this functionality offers gamers real advantages. Users can also alter essential settings in the GIGABYTE Control Center program to fit the RGB lights, performance tweaks and software updates.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Let all go thru on the latest processor offering from AMD, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D which gives an edge when it comes to the combination of gaming and productivity, below are some of the key features of the processor.
- AMD Zen 5 Core Architecture (4nm process)
- AMD VR Ready Premium processor
- Supports Native USB 4 (40Gbps) Ports
- Large 96MB L3 Cache
- AMD 3D V-Cache Technology focused on gaming and 3D Application acceleration
- Supports up to 5600Mhz DDR5 Memory module and above
- ECC Memory Support (With Compatible ECC RAM of course)
- AMD EXPO and XMP 3.0 Memory Ready, and Most Non EXPO RAM are compatible as well
- PCI-E 5.0 Ready
- Precision Boost 2, automatically raises processor frequencies for performance when needed most.
- Built in iGPU for basic purpose display use (but we do recommend to have a dedicated GPU)
Test Setup
Below is the hardware used in the performance benchmarks, no overclocking is set and all will be in default settings. We will also be running all the settings with only the dedicated GPU as part of the benchmark to reflect the results.
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
| Motherboard | GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER |
| System Memory | GSkill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 16GB X2 DDR5 (running at 6000MT/s) |
| Primary Drive | Samsung 990 Pro NVME 4×4 SSD, 1TB |
| Secondary Drive | Kingston NV3 2TB SSD |
| PSU | DarkFlash 750w PSU (Bronze 80 Modular) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 64bit Professional 23H2 |
| Graphics Card | AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT |
| Cooling | AMD Wraith RGB Standard Cooler |
| Room Temp | 24 Celsius |
Performance & Benchmarks
Based on the performance and benchmarks alone, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER performs well in both synthetic and gaming benchmarks, and do keep in mind that we have configured with optimal EXPO Profile, DDR5 Auto Booster and enabled High Bandwidth support for this test. The 8 Core 16 Threads Ryzen 7 9800X3D works in tandem with the board in pushing expected framerate and stability for hours with good temperature measurements at around 65 Celsius average.
Who Is It For?
The GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER is ideal for enthusiasts who demand the best from their systems. It’s perfect for gamers looking to push their performance to the limit, creators working with intensive workflows, and anyone building a high-performance, future-proof PC. While then this pairs well with the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D as the processor does push up the required limits and performance all together with high speed RAM, Storage and GPU that is tested.
Verdict : A Premium Choice for High-Performance Builds
The GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER and AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a powerhouse motherboard and processor combo that excels in every category. From cutting-edge connectivity and storage options to robust performance and sleek aesthetics, it is built for gamers and professionals who demand the best. While its premium price may be a barrier for budget builders (both the motherboard and the processor), the wealth of features and future-proofing make it a worthwhile investment for those building a high-end PC. It is also worth noting that such combo is great for those who wanted to dive into 1440P and 4K resolution gaming.
Whether you’re an avid gamer, a content creator, or simply someone looking to future-proof your next build, the GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER and AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D delivers top-notch performance and reliability.
Product information and Pricing
GIGABYTE X870E AORUS MASTER (RM2399)