MotherboardsPCBest X470 Mini ITX Motherboards for Zen+ AMD Ryzen 2700X Processors April 25, 20188967 views0Share By IG ShareAMD’s 2nd gen Ryzen Processors got released this week. Moreover, To support the new and improved parts, AMD also introduced the new x470 chipset. It is the successor to the X370 chipset released last year, and it means that the market will soon be filled with these new motherboards with even deeper pipeline architecture. PC enthusiasts are already going excited over different form factors available with these motherboards. Today, we will be talking about compact builds (Best X470 Mini ITX Motherboards) using these AMD 2nd gen Ryzen Processors and the latest x470 chipset.Note: If you buy something from our links, we might earn a commission. See our disclosure statement.Currently, there are only a few Mini ITX motherboards available that come with the latest x470 chipset. Today, we are discussing three of them (probably all of them):ASRock X470 Gaming-ITX/acASUS ROG Strix X470-I GamingBIOSTAR X470 GTN Ver. 5.xTable of Contents ToggleBest X470 Mini ITX Motherboards1. ASRock X470 Gaming-ITX/AC:Model Supported CPU ChipsetMemory Expansion Slots Storage Devices Onboard VideoOnboard AudioOnboard LANRear Panel Ports Internal I/O Connectors Physical SpecPackaging Asus X470 – i-GamingFeatures:3. Biostar – X470GTN Ver. 5.x:Features:Conclusion:Best X470 Mini ITX MotherboardsWe will be covering all the important specifications of the motherboard along with technical details, so that you understand how these motherboards utilize the latest x470 chipset and how different they are from each other. So without any more delay, here we begin:1. ASRock X470 Gaming-ITX/AC:Buy From Amazon Buy From NeweggModel Brand ASRockModelX470 Gaming ITX / acSupported CPU CPU Socket Type AM4CPU Type Supports AMD AM4 Socket Ryzen Series CPUs including Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge, and Pinnacle RidgeChipsetChipset AMD Promontory X470Memory Number Of Memory Slots 2x 288 pin DIMM SlotsMemory StandardAMD Ryzen Series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge) support DDR4 3466+ OC / 3200 OC / 2933 OC / 2667 / 2400 / 2133AMD Ryzen Series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge) support DDR4 3466+ OC / 3200 OC / 2933 OC / 2667 / 2400 / 2133AMD Ryzen Series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge) support DDR4 3466+ OC / 3200 OC / 2933 OC / 2667 / 2400 / 2133Maximum Memory Support 32 GBChannel Supported Dual Channel DDR4 Memory ModuleHere note that for Ryzen Series CPUs (Raven Ridge), ECC is only supported with pro-CPUsFull Memory support list here: http://www.asrock.com/)Expansion Slots PCIe 3.0 x16 AMD Ryzen Series CPUs (Summit Ridge) 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1: x16 Mode)Other Slots 1x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled Wi-Fi 802.11 ac Module (on the real I/O) 15u Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)Supports PCIe riser cards to extend one x16 slot to two x8 slots if you install AMD Ryzen Series CPUsSupports NVMe SSD as boot disksStorage Devices SATA 6 GB/s 4x SATA 6 GB/sM.2 1x Ultra M.2 Socket, Supports M Key Type 2280 M.2 SATA 3 6.0 GB/s module and M.2 PCI-E Module up to Gen 3 x 4 (32 GB/s)SATA RAID SUPPORT 0/1/10Supports NVMe SSD as boot disksOnboard VideoVideo ChipsetIntegrated AMD Radeon Vega Series Graphics in Ryzen Series APUsActual support May vary by CPUDirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0Max shared memory 2 GBHDMI support with max resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096 x 2160) @ 60 HzSupports Display Port 1.2 with max resolution up to 4K + 2K (4096 x 2160) @ 60 HzSupports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR with HDMI PortsSupports HDCP with HDMI and Display Power 1.2 PortsSupports 4K UHD with HDMI and Display Port 1.2Onboard AudioAudio ChipsetRealtek ALC 1220Audio Channels 7.1 ChannelsOnboard LANLAN ChipsetIntel i211 ATMax LAN Speed 10/100/1000 MbpsWireless LANIntel 802.11 ac Wi-Fi Module, IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Supports Dual Band 2.4/5 GHz, high-speed wireless connections up to 867 Mbps 2 antennas to support 2 (transmit) x 2 (receive) diversity technologyBluetoothSupports Bluetooth 4.2 / 3.0 + High-Speed Class IIRear Panel Ports PS/2 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse portHDMI1 x HDMIRJ451 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 1.2USB 3.11 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (10Gb/s) (Supports ESD Protection)1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10Gb/s) (Supports ESD Protection)2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)USB 1.1/2.02 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)* 1 x Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB 2.0) is includedS/PDIF Out1 x OpticalAudio PortsHD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone (Gold Audio Jacks)Internal I/O Connectors On-Board USB1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)Other Connectors 1 x LPC Header1 x AMD Fan LED Header* The AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips of the maximum load of 3A (36W) and length up to 2.5M1 x Addressable LED Header* Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)* The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin)* The Chassis Fan Connector supports the chassis fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power1 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)* The Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power* CHA_FAN1/WP can auto-detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15µ Gold Audio Connector)1 x AMD LED Fan USB HeaderPhysical SpecForm Factor Mini ITXDimensions (W x L)6.7” x 6.7”Power pin 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)1 x 8-pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)Packaging Package Contents – Quick Installation Guide, Support CD, I/O Shield– 2 x SATA Data Cables– 1 x ASRock Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna– 1 x Screw for M.2 SocketFeatures:Unique Feature:ASRock USB 3.1 Gen2ASRock USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (10Gb/s)ASRock USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10Gb/s)ASRock Super AlloyPremium Power ChokeDual-N MOSFETNichicon 12K Black Caps (100% Japan-made high-quality conductive polymer capacitors)Matte Black PCBHigh-Density Glass Fabric PCB2oz Copper PCBIntel 802.11 ac Wi-FiASRock Steel SlotsASRock Ultra M.2 (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)ASRock Full Spike Protection (for all USB, Audio, LAN Ports)ASRock Live Update & APP ShopGaming Armor:Hi-Density Power Connectors (24-pin and 8-pin) Memory15µ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots VGA Card15µ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)Intel LAN Cooling2oz Copper PCB AudioCreative SoundBlaster Cinema5BIOS Feature:256MB AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI supportSupports “Plug and Play”ACPI 5.1 compliance wake up eventsSupports jumper-freeSMBIOS 2.3 supportCPU, VCORE_NB, DRAM, VPPM, PCH 1.05V, +1.8V, VDDP, PROM 2.5V, Voltage Multi-adjustmentSupport CD:Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Google Chrome Browser and ToolbarSoftware and UEFI:ASRock F-StreamASRock Polychrome RGBASRock Key MasterASRock XFast LANASRock Full HD UEFIASRock Instant FlashASRock Easy RAID InstallerHardware Monitor:Temperature Sensing: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump FansFan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump FansQuiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature): CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump FansFan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump FansVoltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU VcoreAsus X470 – i-GamingBuy From Amazon Buy From NeweggCPUAMD AM4 Socket AMD Ryzen 2nd Generation / Ryzen with Radeon Graphics / Ryzen 1st Generation / 7th Generation A-Series / Athlon X4 ProcessorsChipset AMD X470MemoryAMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation Processors2 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR4 3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors2 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR4 3400(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ Processors2 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *Dual Channel Memory ArchitectureFor memory qualified vendor list the official website here: www.asus.comGraphicsIntegrated Graphics in the AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ 7th Generation A-Series APUMulti-VGA output support: HDMI ports– Supports HDMI 2.0b with a maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 60 HzMaximum shared memory of 2048 MB (for iGPU exclusively)Expansion SlotsAMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/ Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode)AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics /7th Generation A-Series/Athlon X4 Processors1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x8 mode)StorageAMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/ Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors : 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIe 3.0 x 4 mode)1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCI-E 3.0 x 4 mode)*1AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processor : *21 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIe 3.0 x 4 mode)AMD 7th Generation A-Series/Athlon X4 Processors : *21 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA mode)AMD X470 chipset :4 x SATA 6 Gb/s – port(s),Support Raid 0, 1, 10LANIntel i211AT, Gigabit LAN ControllersAnti Surge ProtectionROG GAME First IV TechnologyWireless Data NetworkWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/acSupports dual-band frequency 2.4/5 GHzSupports MU-MIMOBluetoothBluetooth v4.2, 4.0LE, 3.0 + HSAudioROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A– Dual OP AmplifiersImpedance sense for front and rear headphone outputsSupports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retaskingHigh quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording inputSupports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback *3LED-illuminated audio jacksSonic Radar IIISonic Studio III + Sonic Studio LinkUSB Ports 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue)Exclusive ROG FeaturesRAM CACHE IICPU Z TechnologyOver Wolf TechnologyGame First IV TechnologyBack I/O Ports 1 x HDMI1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (red)Type-A,4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (blue) ,3 x LED-illuminated audio jacks1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.2)Internal I/O Ports 1 x Aura Addressable Strip Header(s)1 x RGB Header(s)1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)2 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 devices4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)1 x CPU Fan connector(s) ( x 4 -pin)1 x Chassis Fan connector(s) ( x 4 -pin)1 x AIO_PUMP connector ( x 4 -pin)1 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)1 x System panel connector1 x Thermal sensor connector1 x Speaker connectorBIOS 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS,ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log,F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information, Secure Erase, User Profile, F4 AURA ON/OFF, F9 SearchForm Factor Mini ITX Form Factor6.7 inch x 6.7 inch ( 17 cm x 17 cm )Features:5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5Whole system optimization with a single click! 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your app usages.Fan Xpert4Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling controlGamer’s Guardian:ESD Guards on LAN, Audio, KBMS and USB3.1/3.0/2.0 portsDRAM Overcurrent ProtectionStainless Steel Back I/OHighly Durable ComponentsDIGI+ VRMSafeSlotESD Guards on LAN, Audio, and USB portsASUS TPU :Auto TuningTurboVASUS EPU :EPUAURA :Aura Lighting ControlASUS Exclusive Features :AI Suite 3Ai ChargerASUS EZ DIY :ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3ASUS EZ Flash 3ASUS Q-Design :ASUS Q-ShieldASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)ASUS Q-SlotASUS Q-DIMMDigi+VRMTurbo APPFeaturing system performance tuning for selected applications3. Biostar – X470GTN Ver. 5.x:Buy From Amazon Buy From NeweggChipset AMD X470CPU Support AMD A-Series APU / Ryzen CPU / NPU for Socket AM4 105 Watt Maximum CPU TDPMemory 2x DDR4 DIMM memory slots Support up to 32 GB Main Memory Dual Channel DDR4 @ 1866 / 2133 / 2400 / 2667 / 2933 / 3200 MHzExpansion Slot 1 x PCI-E 3.0 x16 Slot (When using APU or NPU, the bandwidth is x8 speed)Storage4 x SATA3 Connector (6GB/s)Support SATA RAID: 0,1,10Support Hot-Plug in AHCI mode1 x M.2 Key M 32Gb/s Connector(32Gb/s)Support both PCIe NAND for PCIe SSD and SATA NAND for SATA SSDM.2(32Gb/s):the bandwidth is depended on CPU Ryzen is 32Gb/s;APU & NPU is 16Gb/s.USB Connectivity 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Port4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Port1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header1 x USB 2.0 HeaderLAN Realtek RTL 8118 AS LAN controller with10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps max speed supportVideo Based on CPU modelSupports DirectX 12Audio Realtek ALC 832 8 channel Blu ray audioReal I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Port4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Port1 x HDMI Connector, resolution up to 4096 x 2160@24Hz, compliant with HDMI 1.41 x DVI-D Connector, resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz1 x RJ-45 Port5 x Audio Connector1 x S/PDIF Out PortInternal I/O Ports 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header1 x USB 2.0 Header(each header support 2 USB 2.0 ports)4 x SATA3 6Gb/s Connector1 x M.2 Key M 32Gb/s Connector1 x Front Audio Header1 x Front Panel Header1 x CPU Fan Header1 x System Fan Header1 x LN2 Switch2 x 5050 LED HeaderHardware Monitoring CPU / System Temperature MonitoringCPU / System Fan MonitoringSystem Fan MonitoringSystem Voltage MonitoringDimension Mini ITX Form Factor: 17 cm x 17 cmBundle Software Racing GT UtilityFLY.NETBullGuardSmart Ear headphone UtilityFeatures:Audio:Blu-Ray AudioSuper Hi-Fi Audio ConnectorsHi-Fi GroundHi-Fi AMPSmart EarHi-Fi CapS/P DIF Output on boardVideo:HDMI 4K 2KHDMI 3D VisualDVIDirect X 12ATI CrossFire X TechnologySpeed:USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type CUSB 3.1 Gen 2 Type APCIe M.2 32 GB/sNETPCIe Gen 3.0SATA III 6 GB/sDurability: Super Durable Ferrite ChokeSolid CapsMoisture proof PCBLow RdsOn P-PAK MOSProtection:Super Anti-Serge ProtectionESD ProtectionUSB PolyswitchOver Current / Voltage / Heat ProtectionBull Guard Internet Security free for three monthsDo it your way: Vivid LED DJRacing UEFI BIOSHeader ZoneDigital Power +5050 LED fun ZoneBIO-FlasherBIOScreen UtilityRapid Debug 3 & Super Rapid Debug 3Durable box headerLN2 SwitchConclusion:By reading this post, we hope that now you understand what the latest x470 chipset by AMD has to offer. Moreover, we hope this post helps you to understand how these mini ITX motherboards differ from each other and what’s the major difference between them. For any query or suggestion, feel free to use the comment box below. Thank You! Affiliate Disclosure: Faceofit.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Share What's your reaction? Excited 0 Happy 0 In Love 0 Not Sure 0 Silly 0
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