ASUS ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI Motherboard Review

How Much Does It Cost?

Keep in mind that the X870 chipset is the flagship chipset for the new motherboards, so all of these are regarded as high-end motherboards. However, there are of course more affordable X870 and more premium X870 motherboards in this launch, with the largest variance being increased VRM, which is paired with larger VRM cooling solutions, which increases the price. The number of M.2 mounts, USB ports, and networking, for example, will all increase the price too. This is why the cheapest board such as the Prime starts at around $249, while a flagship board such as the crosshair is $699, despite using the same chipset and AM5 socket. Unfortunately, we don’t have UK pricing for these boards at the time of writing but will update that with retail links as soon as they’re available sometime after we publish these reviews.

In the US, prices for the X670/X670E and X870/X870E versions of the motherboards are generally the same, with a few exceptions. The ASUS Prime X70-P WIFI shows a 16.72% lower price for the X870/X870E version, while the ASUS ProArt X70E-Creator WIFI is 7.88% more expensive for the X870/X870E version. The ASUS ROG STRIX X70-A Gaming WIFI has a 7.52% lower price for the X870/X870E version, and the ASUS TUF Gaming X70-Plus WIFI is 6.08% cheaper in its X870/X870E version.

If these are too expensive for you, there will be more affordable B-series motherboards coming, but we suspect these will be revealed at CES 2025 and launch in Q1 2025, if you can wait that long, if not, then the X-series boards are clearly some of the best options right now for those building an AMD focused build.

More X870 Motherboards

This is a major chipset launch for AMD, so there are dozens of new X870 motherboards hitting the market today. Of course, we’ve been very busy testing 9 of them for you, and they’re all linked below, so if the one in this review isn’t quite meeting your needs, there’s plenty more to choose from! Largely, all being the same chipset, with the same AMD 9950X CPU being used for our testing, we expect the majority of the benchmarks to be broadly the same, with perhaps small differences in some of them. Largely, the price and performance of each motherboard are dictated by the additional features. Such as more PCIe slots, more M.2 mounts in Gen3, Gen4, or Gen5, more high-speed USB ports, more cooling hardware, etc. Largely, we recommend buying a motherboard that meets your current component requirements, with a little overhead for future upgrades; a spare M.2 slot for example.

• ASUS Prime X870-P WIFI Motherboard [Review]
• ASUS ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI Motherboard [Review]
• ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero Motherboard [Review]
• ASUS ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WIFI Motherboard [Review]
• ASUS ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WIFI Motherboard [Review]
• ASUS ROG STRIX X870E Gaming WIFI Motherboard [Review]
• ASUS TUF Gaming X870-Plus WIFI Motherboard [Review]
• Gigabyte X870 Aorus Elite WIFI7 ICE Motherboard [Review]
• MSI MPG X870E Carbon WIFI Motherboard [Review]

Conclusion

There’s a lot to love about the ASUS ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI, and first and foremost has to be the overall aesthetics. It’s a gorgeous-looking piece of hardware and a refreshing change from the gamer-focused designs that dominate the market. While ASUS is appealing to a more professional market with this motherboard, its sleek and understated design would look fantastic in any build, even a gaming PC.

Connectivity and Features

One of the standout advantages of the ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI is its exceptional connectivity. It’s one of the few new X870 motherboards equipped with Wi-Fi 7 for blazing-fast wireless speeds, as well as 2.5GbE and 10GbE LAN for high-bandwidth wired connections. Content creators and professionals will particularly appreciate the dual USB4 Type-C ports, which offer DisplayPort 1.4 with 8K @ 60Hz support, Power Delivery for fast charging, and 40Gbps data transfer speeds. There’s also a generous selection of 20Gbps and 10Gbps USB ports for connecting all your peripherals and external drives. ASUS has truly gone above and beyond to provide a comprehensive and future-proof set of connectivity options.

Performance and Cooling

Of course, the ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI isn’t just about good looks and connectivity. It’s also a performance powerhouse. The robust VRM configuration, with its 16+2+2 power stage design, ensures you can get the most out of your AMD Ryzen CPU, whether you’re rendering videos, gaming, or tackling other demanding tasks. Massive heatsinks across the motherboard, including those covering the four onboard M.2 slots, keep temperatures in check, allowing for optimal performance and preventing thermal throttling. This focus on cooling is essential for maintaining consistent performance during long work sessions or intensive workloads.

A Creator’s Dream

The ASUS ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI is more than just a motherboard; it’s a platform designed to empower creativity. With its blend of stunning aesthetics, robust performance, comprehensive connectivity, and creator-focused features like colour management and AI-powered optimization, it’s an ideal choice for video editors, graphic designers, 3D artists, and other creative professionals. If you’re looking for a motherboard that can handle the demands of your creative workflow while elevating the look of your workstation, the ProArt X870E-Creator WIFI is a top-tier motherboard.