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Best Motherboards 2026 for Gaming, by Socket and Chipset
By Joe Shields last updated
Here are the best motherboards we've tested, for all the recent AMD and Intel CPU platforms.

Best motherboard deals 2026.
By Joe Shields last updated
Here are the best motherboard deals in 2026. We're constantly updating this list with the best deals across all your favorite retailers.

Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero Motherboard Review
By Joe Shields published
Asus’ ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero swoops into the market as a high-end AMD motherboard with premium features, solid performance in our testing, and a fantastic all-black aesthetic.

Gigabyte X870E Aero X3D Wood Motherboard Review: Wood and leather make it better
By Joe Shields published
The Gigabyte X870E Aero X3D Wood is a unique, stand-out white motherboard with wood-themed accents and a comprehensive hardware list that performs well.

Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial Motherboard Review: Carving out a new top-notch flagship for Asus
By Joe Shields published
Built to impress, the Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial packs seven M.2 slots, dual 10GbE, Wi-Fi 7, USB4, and a 5-inch LCD onto a fantastic-looking white motherboard.

AMD's open-source openSIL firmware is being ported to Zen 5 motherboard early — replacement for AGESA shows up ahead of Zen 6
By Aaron Klotz published
AMD's upcoming openSIL firmware iis being ported early to an MSI B850 motherboard, making it the first AM5 motherboard to have a firmware option that does not feature AMD AGESA microcode.

Intel's new platform for Nova Lake chips leaked, up to 48 PCIe lanes and all-new chipset
By Anton Shilov published
Specifications of Intel's B960, Z970, Z990, Q970, and W980 platforms leak out, showcasing up to 48 PCIe lanes and an all-new chipset category.

MSI MEG X870E Ace Max Motherboard Review: A second Ace up MSI’s AM5 sleeve?
By Joe Shields published
MSI’s X870E Ace Max returns with premium features and style. But is it a standout motherboard or just another high-end placeholder in the X870E lineup?
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