The MSI X670E Gaming Plus WiFi is a mid-tier AM5 ATX motherboard, and the only listing on this page that carries that exact name is a bundle: an INLAND Ryzen 9 7950X processor sold together with the board. No standalone X670E Gaming Plus WiFi appears among the listings in this set, so this review treats the bundle as the closest match and says plainly where the title stops answering questions. The sections below cover what the listing text confirms, who should consider it, six alternatives from the same set, a worked power-budget example and a checklist to run before you order.
- At a glance
- What the listing title does and does not tell you
- Who the bundle suits and who should skip it
- Bundle or separate parts: a decision table
- Platform notes worth knowing
- Questions to ask before you buy
- Cooling, memory and storage planning
- Mistakes buyers make with combo listings
- Alternatives from the same set
- Worked example: power budget for a 16-core build
- Pre-install checklist
- Verdict
- Related guides
- Frequently asked questions
At a glance
INLAND AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU Processor with MSI X670E Gaming Plus Motherboard, AM5 Socket, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 6E
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MSI X870E Gaming Plus WiFi Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5-60A SPS VRM, DDR5 Memory Boost 8200+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16 & 4.0 x4, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN
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MSI MAG X870E Gaming Plus MAX WiFi Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5 - DDR5 Memory Boost (up to 8200+ MT/s OC), PCIe 5.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN
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MSI MAG X670E Tomahawk WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series Processors, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, SATA 6Gb/s, M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, 2.5Gbps LAN, HDMI/DP, ATX)
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Micro Center AMD 9800X3D Processor with MSI X870E Gaming Plus WF Motherboar | CPU Motherboard Combo, AI Ready, Ryzen 7, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2 Gen5, USB 40Gbps Type C, Wi-Fi 7, ATX
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MSI B850 Gaming Plus WiFi Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5 - DDR5 Memory Boost 8200+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16 & 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN
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MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk MAX WiFi Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5-80A SPS VRM, DDR5 Memory Boost 8400+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN
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View on Amazon| Item | What the title states | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| INLAND Ryzen 9 7950X + MSI X670E Gaming Plus (subject) | AM5 socket, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 6E, CPU and board sold together | Buyers who want a high-core-count AM5 build in one box |
| Brand | Bundle sold under the INLAND name; board brand is MSI | Check who ships and who handles warranty |
| Price tier | Premium for the bundle, because it includes a flagship-class CPU | Judge it as CPU plus board, not as a board |
| Review data | None quoted here | Read current buyer comments on the listing |
Nobody on the team used or measured these units. Everything here comes from published specifications, manufacturer documentation and buyer reviews, and anything beyond the listing titles is labeled as general knowledge or as an item to verify.
What the listing title does and does not tell you
The title confirms four things: the socket is AM5, the memory is DDR5, the board offers PCIe 5.0 and the wireless card is Wi-Fi 6E. It also confirms the processor is a Ryzen 9 7950X, which AMD describes as a 16-core, 32-thread desktop chip; verify the figures on AMD’s product page before you rely on them.
What the title leaves out is the longer list that matters at checkout. It does not state the VRM design, how many M.2 slots the board has or which of them run at Gen5 speed, how many USB ports sit on the rear panel, which BIOS version is installed, or whether a cooler is included. A Ryzen 9 7950X is sold without a cooler in most retail packages, so assume you need to budget for a capable tower or liquid cooler unless the listing says otherwise.
The name also deserves a careful read. “Gaming Plus” sits in the middle of MSI’s lineup, below the MAG Tomahawk boards that several alternatives on this page use. That placement usually means fewer premium extras, so decide which of those extras you will miss before buying.
Who the bundle suits and who should skip it
It suits
- Builders who want a high-core-count processor for video encoding, compiling code or running several heavy applications while gaming.
- People who prefer one order, one shipment and one set of paperwork over matching parts individually.
- Anyone who already owns DDR5 memory and a cooler that fits the AM5 mounting frame.
It is a weaker fit for
- Pure gamers on a budget: a cheaper six- or eight-core chip puts more of the money into the graphics card, which usually moves frame rates more.
- Buyers who want a newer feature set such as Wi-Fi 7 or the latest USB standards, which the X870E and B850 listings below mention.
- Anyone who cannot confirm the BIOS situation or return terms before paying.
Bundle or separate parts: a decision table
| Your situation | Lean toward | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You want the 16-core chip specifically | The bundle, if the combined price beats the parts | Saves matching work and often one shipping cost |
| You mainly play games and run a mid-range GPU | A cheaper CPU plus a board from the list below | The extra cores rarely lift gaming frame rates much |
| You need Wi-Fi 7 or recent USB speeds | An X870E or B850 board listed below | The X670E title only promises Wi-Fi 6E |
| You want the lowest platform cost today | A B850 board with a separate CPU | B850 listings sit at lower price tiers in this set |
| You will resell or return if something fails | Whichever listing has clear return terms | Bundles can complicate returns when one part is faulty |
Platform notes worth knowing
AM5 uses a land-grid socket, which means the pins sit in the motherboard socket rather than on the processor. Handle the socket with care and never force a CPU into place. DDR5 is mandatory, so budget for a kit, and note that AM5 boards sold years apart can ship with different BIOS versions. A new Ryzen generation sometimes needs a BIOS update that older boards lack out of the box; MSI’s support page lists the minimum version per processor, and a seller can usually tell you what is installed.
PCIe 5.0 on the title refers to the headline lanes for the graphics slot and sometimes for one NVMe slot. Today’s graphics cards rarely saturate PCIe 4.0, so treat PCIe 5.0 as headroom rather than a present-day performance gain. Check the manual for which M.2 slots share lanes with SATA ports or other slots; filling every slot can disable something.
Questions to ask before you buy
- Is the bundle new and sealed, and who is the warranty contact for each part?
- Which BIOS version is on the board, and does MSI’s support page list it for this CPU?
- Is a cooler included, and does the tower I plan to use fit the AM5 bracket?
- How many M.2 slots does the manual list, and which one is Gen5?
- Is the Wi-Fi card removable or soldered, and does the listing state Bluetooth support?
Cooling, memory and storage planning
A 16-core processor turns a lot of electricity into heat when every core is busy, so the cooler deserves as much attention as the board. For a Ryzen 9 7950X-class chip, a large dual-tower air cooler or a 280mm or 360mm liquid unit is the usual advice, though the right pick depends on your case airflow and noise tolerance. Check the cooler maker’s compatibility list for AM5 and confirm the clearance between the cooler and your tallest memory modules before ordering.
For memory, two modules in a 32GB kit is a sensible starting point for a gaming and creation machine, and two modules are simpler for the memory controller than four. Fill the slots the manual names for a pair. Rated speeds on DDR5 kits depend on a profile you switch on in the BIOS, and the title’s 8200+ MT/s line for other boards is an overclock claim under ideal conditions, not a promise for every kit.
| Part | Starting plan | Verify |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 2 x 16GB DDR5 kit | Memory maker’s board compatibility list |
| Boot drive | 1TB NVMe SSD in the slot the manual recommends | Which M.2 slot is Gen5 and which share lanes |
| Bulk storage | Second NVMe or SATA SSD | SATA ports that switch off when certain M.2 slots are filled |
| Cooler | Large tower or 280mm to 360mm liquid | AM5 bracket and memory clearance |
Mistakes buyers make with combo listings
- Assuming the bundle includes a cooler. Read the item description and the box contents list before paying.
- Paying for a flagship CPU and then pairing it with an entry-level graphics card, which leaves gaming performance limited by the GPU.
- Skipping the BIOS check and discovering at first boot that the board cannot see the processor.
- Reading “PCIe 5.0” as a guarantee that every slot and every M.2 socket runs that fast.
- Ignoring return terms on a bundle: one faulty part can force you to return both.
Alternatives from the same set
MSI X870E Gaming Plus WiFi
The title lists support for Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 processors, a 60A SPS VRM, DDR5 memory boost to 8200+ MT/s as an overclock claim, PCIe 5.0 x16 and 4.0 x4, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN. It is the newer-generation cousin of the subject board and the most direct step up.
- Pros: Wi-Fi 7 and a newer platform generation; explicit Ryzen 9000 support in the title.
- Cons: sits at a higher price tier than the B850 options; the title does not give slot counts.
MSI MAG X870E Gaming Plus MAX WiFi
Similar naming with “MAX” added, plus Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, M.2 Gen5 and the same Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 support. The title mentions PCIe 5.0 x16 without the x4 detail, and the listing sits at the premium end of this set. Treat the MAX label as a seller or maker tier marker and compare the full spec sheets before paying the gap.
- Pros: newest naming tier among the Gaming Plus boards; the same wireless and LAN spec as its sibling.
- Cons: highest price tier here, so it only makes sense if the extra features matter to you.
MSI MAG X670E Tomahawk WiFi
This is the same chipset family as the subject board but in the MAG Tomahawk line. The title lists Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, 2.5Gbps LAN, HDMI and DisplayPort outputs, SATA and USB 3.2 Gen 2. Having video outputs on the rear panel helps if you ever run a CPU with integrated graphics for troubleshooting.
- Pros: spells out more of its connectivity in the title; a step up in line positioning.
- Cons: Wi-Fi 6E rather than Wi-Fi 7; still a previous-generation chipset.
Micro Center Ryzen 7 9800X3D + MSI X870E Gaming Plus WF
Another bundle, this one pairing an eight-core 3D V-Cache chip with the newer X870E Gaming Plus board, plus USB 40Gbps Type-C, Wi-Fi 7 and DDR5 per the title. The title spells the board as “Motherboar” and “WF”, so double-check the exact board name on the product page. Gamers often prefer this style of chip because large cache helps in many titles, but confirm that against current reviews.
- Pros: a gaming-focused CPU choice; a newer board with Wi-Fi 7.
- Cons: typo-ridden title; bundle pricing needs a parts-versus-combo comparison.
MSI B850 Gaming Plus WiFi
The B850 tier trims some extras relative to X870E boards. The title lists Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 support, DDR5 boost to 8200+ MT/s (an overclock claim), PCIe 5.0 x16 and 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN. For many gamers it covers everything the X670E board does and adds Wi-Fi 7.
- Pros: lower price tier in this set; Wi-Fi 7; Gen5 M.2 mentioned.
- Cons: you give up whatever extra lanes or ports the X-series boards carry; check the manual.
MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk MAX WiFi
The title lists an 80A SPS VRM, memory boost to 8400+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN. The stronger VRM claim is the main reason to consider it if you plan to run a high-power processor such as a 16-core part.
- Pros: higher VRM rating in the title than the Gaming Plus boards; Wi-Fi 7.
- Cons: costs more than the B850 Gaming Plus; the title says nothing about USB port counts.
Worked example: power budget for a 16-core build
Use these assumptions, which are estimates and not measured figures: a Ryzen 9 7950X-class processor drawing up to roughly 230W at the socket under a heavy all-core load (AMD publishes the exact limits), a graphics card with a 300W board rating, and 75W for drives, fans, RAM, USB devices and the motherboard itself. Add them: 230 + 300 + 75 = 605W of peak demand.
| Component | Assumed peak draw | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 9 7950X-class CPU | about 230W | Check AMD’s spec page for the limit |
| Graphics card (300W-class) | about 300W | Replace with your card’s rated board power |
| Board, RAM, SSDs, fans, USB | about 75W | Rough allowance |
| Estimated peak total | about 605W | Not a measurement |
| Suggested PSU class | 750W to 850W | Leaves room for load spikes and efficiency sweet spots |
The point of the exercise is the method: use your real graphics card’s rated power, add the processor’s published limit, add an allowance, then round up to the next common PSU size. If you pair this board with a smaller GPU the total drops, and a 650W unit may suffice; confirm with the graphics card maker’s recommended-PSU line.
Pre-install checklist
| Check | How | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| BIOS supports your CPU | MSI support page, CPU support list | An unsupported BIOS can prevent boot |
| Cooler fits AM5 | Cooler maker’s compatibility page | Older brackets may not fit |
| RAM is DDR5 and on a listed kit | Memory maker’s board list | DDR4 is not compatible |
| Case takes ATX | Case specs | The board is full ATX size |
| PSU has the CPU power cables | PSU manual | High-end boards often ask for two CPU connectors |
| M.2 slot used for the main drive | Board manual | Some slots share lanes or run slower |
Verdict
Short version: good board class, awkward listing. The title proves the socket, memory type and wireless standard, and it proves a flagship-generation CPU comes with it. It does not prove the extras that separate one AM5 board from another, so the manual and MSI’s product page are your real spec sheet. Buyer comments on the specific listing are the best source for early-failure reports, packaging condition and how the seller handles returns.
Treat the X670E Gaming Plus WiFi bundle as a capable but not ideal choice. It is attractive if you specifically want a 16-core processor in one box and the combined price beats buying parts separately. If you mostly game, or you want Wi-Fi 7 and a newer chipset, the B850 and X870E listings above make a stronger case for most budgets. Whichever you choose, verify the BIOS, cooler and return terms first.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI X670E Gaming Plus WiFi still worth buying for a new AM5 build?
It can be, if you find it at a sensible price and your CPU is a Ryzen 7000 or newer chip that the board’s BIOS already supports. The newer X870E and B850 boards add Wi-Fi 7 and a fresher feature set, so compare the price gap before committing. Check MSI’s CPU support page for the exact BIOS version your processor needs.
Does the X670E Gaming Plus WiFi support Ryzen 9000 processors?
AM5 boards are generally designed to take Ryzen 9000 chips, but a board that left the factory early may need a BIOS update first. The listing for the X670E board on this page names a Ryzen 9 7950X, not a 9000-series part. Look up the minimum BIOS for your exact CPU on MSI’s support page, and ask the seller which BIOS version is installed.
Is the 7950X combo a better deal than buying the board alone?
It depends on whether you wanted that exact processor. A bundle removes the shopping step and the CPU is a 16-core flagship from the previous generation, but you accept the seller’s terms on returns and on whether a cooler is included. Compare the combined price against the separate parts, and confirm the bundle ships as new, sealed items.
Do I need DDR5 with this board?
Yes. AM5 is a DDR5-only platform, so DDR4 sticks will not fit or work. Buy a kit from the memory maker’s compatibility list for your board, install it in the slots the manual recommends for two modules, and enable the EXPO or XMP-style profile in the BIOS if you want the kit’s rated speed.
Is Wi-Fi 6E enough, or should I pay for Wi-Fi 7?
Wi-Fi 6E is plenty for most gaming, because online play depends more on latency and signal quality than on peak link speed. Wi-Fi 7 helps most if you own a Wi-Fi 7 router and move very large files over wireless. A wired Ethernet connection beats both for stability when your desk is near the router.
Should I update the BIOS before installing the CPU?
Only if the manual or MSI’s support page says your processor needs a newer version than the board shipped with. Many boards offer a flash method that works without a CPU installed, but the details differ per model. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions exactly, keep power stable during the flash, and never interrupt it.
