What To Know
- The TUF Gaming X570-Plus has a black and gray color scheme with a military-inspired design, while the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi has a black and red color scheme with a more traditional gaming aesthetic.
- The TUF Gaming X570-Plus is a great choice for budget-minded builders, while the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi is a better choice for those who want more features, such as built-in WiFi 6 connectivity.
- However, the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi has a few more features that are beneficial for content creators, such as built-in WiFi 6 connectivity and a dedicated USB 3.
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi are two of the most popular X570 motherboards on the market. Both boards offer a wide range of features and capabilities, but they also have some key differences. In this blog post, we will compare the two boards and help you decide which one is right for you.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus | MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi |
| — | — | — |
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| Chipset | X570 | X570 |
| Form factor | ATX | ATX |
| Memory | 4x DDR4 DIMM slots, up to 128GB | 4x DDR4 DIMM slots, up to 128GB |
| Storage | 2x M.2 slots, 6x SATA ports | 2x M.2 slots, 6x SATA ports |
| Expansion slots | 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots | 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots |
| Rear panel ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, 1x USB 2.0 port, 1x PS/2 port, 1x Gigabit Ethernet port, 5x audio jacks | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, 1x USB 2.0 port, 1x PS/2 port, 1x Gigabit Ethernet port, 5x audio jacks |
| Wireless connectivity | None | WiFi 6 |
| RGB lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Price | $199.99 | $249.99 |
Performance
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi both offer excellent performance. In our tests, both boards were able to handle everything we threw at them, from gaming to video editing to content creation.
Features
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi offer a wide range of features, including:
- Support for the latest AMD Ryzen processors
- PCIe 4.0 support
- Dual M.2 slots
- Gigabit Ethernet
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
- RGB lighting
The MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi also offers built-in WiFi 6 connectivity, which is a nice bonus.
Design
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi both have a sleek and stylish design. The TUF Gaming X570-Plus has a black and gray color scheme with a military-inspired design, while the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi has a black and red color scheme with a more traditional gaming aesthetic.
Software
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi both come with a variety of software tools to help you get the most out of your board. The TUF Gaming X570-Plus comes with the ASUS Armory Crate software, which allows you to control the board’s RGB lighting, fan speeds, and other settings. The MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi comes with the MSI Dragon Center software, which offers similar functionality.
Price
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus is priced at $199.99, while the MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi is priced at $249.99.
Final Thoughts: Which Motherboard is Right for You?
The ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi are both excellent motherboards. The TUF Gaming X570-Plus is a great choice for budget-minded builders, while the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi is a better choice for those who want more features, such as built-in WiFi 6 connectivity.
Questions We Hear a Lot
1. Which motherboard is better for gaming?
Both the ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi are excellent choices for gaming. However, the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi has a slight edge due to its built-in WiFi 6 connectivity.
2. Which motherboard is better for overclocking?
Both the ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi offer good overclocking capabilities. However, the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi has a more robust VRM design, which gives it a slight edge in overclocking potential.
3. Which motherboard is better for content creation?
Both the ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus and MSI MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi are good choices for content creation. However, the MPG X570 Gaming Edge WiFi has a few more features that are beneficial for content creators, such as built-in WiFi 6 connectivity and a dedicated USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port.
