Socket AM5 for 2026

Browse our Socket AM5 section, featuring 9 items for 2026 curated from the Motherboards category. Dive into the latest releases, detailed buying guides, expert tips, performance benchmarks, and hands‑on reviews - everything you need to compare options, stay ahead of trends, and make the best informed choices. Also, learn about how TweakTown tests and reviews hardware.

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ASUS ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi7 NEO - A Crosshair by any other name

April 30, 2026 | The ASUS ROG Strix X870-E Neo motherboard is more than a refresh, with a great feature set and readiness for future high-performance Zen 6 systems.

MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi II Motherboard Review - Leveling up

April 24, 2026 | MSI's third MAG B850 Tomahawk motherboard iteration, the Max WiFi II, is the best so far, but it needs a price drop if it's to compete with the Max I.

Sapphire Pure X870A WiFi 7 Motherboard Review - Premium looks at a bargain price

April 15, 2026 | The Sapphire Pure X870A WiFi 7 is a lovely-looking motherboard with solid build quality, though the competition is tough at this price.

GIGABYTE X870E Aero X3D Wood Motherboard Review - A touch of wood adds a touch of class

April 8, 2026 | A gorgeous design, excellent performance, and a strong feature set make this a standout motherboard for users seeking a classy, high-end build.

MSI MPG X870I Edge Ti Evo WiFi Motherboard Review - Packed and stacked Mini-ITX

April 1, 2026 | This MSI board is a strong contender for the best AMD Mini-ITX motherboard, but it's pricey unless you need a white build and three M.2 slots.

ASRock X870E Taichi OCF Motherboard Review - A memory OC monster

March 31, 2026 | ASRock's X870E Taichi OCF is aimed squarely at overclockers. Tweakers will love it, but there are less pricey yet still feature-rich options at this price.

GIGABYTE X870E AORUS Elite X3D Motherboard Review - Would you like some AI with your X3D chip?

March 11, 2026 | The AORUS Elite X3D motherboard is an impressive and feature-rich option, though the X3D Turbo Mode 2 didn't amaze us with our test configuration.

MSI MEG X870E Ace Max Review - A baby Godlike

February 19, 2026 | The MSI MEG X870E Ace is a feature-packed, high-end option. While it's expensive, it's hundreds of dollars cheaper than halo-tier boards.

ASRock X870 Taichi Creator Motherboard Review - The creator's Taichi

February 5, 2026 | The new ASRock X870 Taichi Creator motherboard is packed with networking and connectivity options, and it offers great value at $320.