ASRock Z590 PG Velocita

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This is a product from the Phantom Gaming range, which includes the Phantom Gaming 4 mATX, the 4/ac, and the Phantom Gaming ITX boards. Asrock has also the Taichi, Extreme, Steel Legend, and Pro series, so you can choose whichever tier suits you. The PG Velocita is a higher-end product line within the Phantom Gaming family. “Velocità” is Italian for “Velocity”, and here it’s supposed to tell you that this is the top product in the PG range. Still, if we compare it with the rest of the Asrock line-up, this is actually more of a mid-tier Intel socket 1200 board. It should give you the most important features, while also providing a level of stability and extras you won’t find in the cheaper models. The design is very attractive. Dynamic, yet stylish, the Asrock Z590 PG Velocita uses a black-and-silver design, on an all-black PCB.

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NZXT N7 B550 – Hexus

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The N7 B550 looks even sleeker than its Intel Z490 cousin because although it uses the same metal covers and vents, there’s even less silver around the CPU socket. This is one good-looking piece of kit with minimal interruptions. In fact, only a few red status LEDs at the bottom indicate that it’s booting and they switch off once POST has been achieved. If Batman had a board, this would be it.

NZXT actually boosts this board’s electrical performance compared to Z490, which is strange yet more than welcome. Built on a six-layer PCB, there’s a 12+2-phase supply with 50A on each. Put simply, you cannot run enough voltage through, say, a Ryzen 9 5950X for the board to be the limiting factor. Unlike some with connected heatpipes, a large, L-shaped metal block cools the power delivery. Truth is even this is overkill given the intended purpose.

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NZXT N7 B550 – Overclocking

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This NZXT N7 B550 is built around AMD’s chipset , the B550, which is a bit like the little brother of the X570 chipset . This motherboard has an AM4 socket which can accommodate third generation Ryzen as well as second generation Ryzen but especially new Ryzen 5000 processors after updating your BIOS. As a reminder, AMD recommends switching to AGESA V2 PI 1.1.0.0 as a minimum in order to take full advantage of the performance of its new CPUs. We have also benefited from a new BIOS update for our tests compatible with AGESA V2 PI 1.2.0.0.

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AMD AGESA 1.2.0.1 Patch A BIOS Start Rolling Out

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Over at Wccftech, they’ve posted a fantastic listing of motherboards that have rolled out the AMD AGESA 1.2.0.1 Patch A:

AMD was meant to release its AGESA 1.2.0.2 BIOS Firmware to address the USB connectivity issues faced by several users however, it seems like the company has fast-forwarded the release with the AGESA 1.2.0.1 Patch A BIOS Firmware which is currently being offered by two motherboard makers, MSI & ASRock. The AGESA 1.2.0.2 BETA BIOS Firmware was also expected to launch in early April & it looks like some board makers weren’t exactly happy with the timeframe it would take to release a fix for the intermittent USB issues that plagued the AMD Ryzen 5000 (X570 / B550) platform.

Looking to rev to the latest drop? Head over to see if your board has an update available.

NZXT N7 B550 – GameRevolution

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Today is a big day for those who are fans of both NZXT and AMD. Now the clean and builder-friendly style of NZXT motherboards can be experienced by those using AMD processors. In the past, it was an Intel-only club, but now NZXT’s range of motherboards has expanded to include “Team Red,” whose CPUs have been growing in popularity ever since Ryzen launched back in 2017. While it’s great to see NZXT supporting AMD, the company best known for its coolers and cases still has other boxes to check if its N7 B550 motherboard is to win the day. This is the GameRevolution review.

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NZXT N7 B550 – Tom’s Hardware

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Performance-wise, the N7 B550 did well overall in our test suite. We observed above-average results in the PCMark10 tests, with the other results mixing in with all other B550 and X570 based systems. According to Hwinfo, the board boosted our 5950X to 5 GHz (albeit briefly, per usual), so this chip’s full potential is realized during default operations. When overclocking, the board efficiently handled our CPU with the VRMs running warm, but well within specification throughout all testing. Read on as we delve more into the details and performance results of the NZXT N7 B550.

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NZXT Announces N7 B550 Motherboard

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Designed around AMD’s latest chipset, the N7 B550 delivers everything you need to build an incredible gaming PC. Featuring built-in WiFi and Bluetooth, an integrated fan controller, and enough USB ports to add as much RGB as your heart desires – the N7 B550 is built for builders.

In addition to smart controls and making building easier, the N7 B550 also features the same clean aesthetic you’ll find in every NZXT product. The elegant metal cover blends seamlessly into your case and effortlessly brings out the beauty of your computer. Those of you looking to create a clean build that grabs people’s attention–look no further!

Apart from its clean aesthetics, the N7 B550 brings features that make building a more enjoyable experience. Each port on the motherboard is optimally placed so that it can be easily found when building your computer. The N7 B550 also provides you with all the internal connectivity that you will ever need with its abundance of internal USB 2.0 ports and RGB/fan headers.

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NZXT N7 B550 – iXBT

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The functionality of the NZXT N7 B550 is excellent for its niche. The board has as many as 21 (!) USB ports of various types (including 5 (five!) USB 3.2 Gen2), 2 PCIe x16 slots (of which the first receives 16 PCIe lanes from the processor) with the ability to combine video cards into AMD CrossFire, 2 PCIe x1 slots for expansion cards, 2 M.2 slots, 6 SATA ports, 7 connectors for fans and pumps. There is both a high-speed wired 2.5 Gigabit controller and a modern wireless controller with support for Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. ARGB / RGB devices can be connected to control the backlight.

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GIGABYTE B550 AORUS ELITE – HDR247

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Aorus adopted an AMP-UP audio system that provides many improvements, including noise isolation and static electricity, and good audio performance. The chip used is the upgraded Realtek ALC 1200, which is completely isolated from the rest of the board components to ensure the best audio experience, in addition to the high-quality WIMA FKP2 capacitors and also covered with gold to provide A clearer pitch with higher frequencies and stronger bass, which are capacitors used in high-end Hi-Fi devices. 

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MSI MPG Z590 CARBON EK X – TechPowerUp

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The MSI Performance Gaming line, or “MPG” for short, from MSI is generally pitched as the middle ground between the no-holds-barred MEG line and more value-oriented MAG line. The MSI MPG Z590 Carbon EK X is an exception. Developed in partnership with and distributed by EKWB, the MSI MPG Z590 Carbon EK X features a monoblock for CPU and VRM cooling as well as all the tools you need to integrate it into your custom water-cooling build.

The MSI MPG Z590 Carbon EK X features a 16-phase Vcore VRM on a 6-layer PCB. There is also 2.5 Gb/s LAN and built-in WiFi 6E, as well as three M.2 slot heatsinks and even a physical RGB LED off switch. EK is including a leak test kit with the MSI MPG Z590 Carbon EK X, so you can build with confidence.

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