Asus tuf x470 - Reviews 2024

Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming technical characteristics

Unboxing and design

The Asus TUF series is characterized by black and yellow colors, these have been chosen to decorate the box in which this Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming motherboard is offered. The entire box is based on top quality printing, showing high-quality images and all the most important features and specifications, which we will see throughout this analysis.

We open the box and see the Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming motherboard inside an anti-static bag and accommodated by a piece of cardboard to prevent it from moving during transport, the manufacturer has taken great care to make it reach the hands of the end user in the best possible condition.

Next to the motherboard we find all the accessories in a second department.

Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming Motherboard User Manual ASUS Q-Shield 2 x SATA 6Gb / s Cable (s) 1 x M.21 Screw Package x Support DVD 1 x TUF GAMING Sticker 1 x TUF Certification Card

We already focus our view on the Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming motherboard, it is a model with an ATX format, which translates into dimensions of 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm, which will make it compatible with most of the chassis of the market. The motherboard looks great with a black and gray PCB, and the heatsinks in the same colors and hints of yellow that are so distinctive to the TUF series.

Asus has been gradually distancing its TUF models from the military aesthetics that dominated in its first versions, something that was loved and hated in equal parts. The aesthetic is enhanced by the Asus Aura Sync lighting system, highly configurable in 16.8 million colors and multiple light effects.

This Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming offers us four DDR4 DIMM slots, thanks to this we will be able to mount a maximum of 64 GB of memory in dual channel configuration and at a speed of 3200 MHz, which will allow us to take advantage of the benefits and the benefits of second-generation AMD Ryzen processors.

Next to the AM4 socket we find a 6 + 2 phase VRM power supply, this system has DIGI + technology, which means that it is built using the best quality components to achieve the best performance and longest durability. DIGI + technology will help us achieve higher overclocking levels, which will translate into better performance of our processor in all kinds of tasks. The quality of the VRM is something very important in all motherboards, Asus never neglects this detail.

The manufacturer has placed heatsinks on top of the VRM and chipset components, something very important to prevent them from overheating. These heatsinks follow the aesthetics of the TUF series, with the colors yellow and black. TUF certification guarantees the best reliability, thanks to the use of military grade components, including TUF LANGuard, TUF Chokes, TUF Capacitors and TUF MOSFETs.

For the most curious, we leave you a quick look at the front of the motherboard.

Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming implements numerous technologies to guarantee the best stability and security in the system, among them we can mention Gamer Guardian, SafeSlot and Fan Xpert 4 Core, which will make our new PC much more resistant, and will allow us to monitor all the parameters such as temperature, load, operating frequencies and much more in a very simple way.

Asus has also thought about the most demanding gamers, that's why the Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming includes two PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots, which will allow us to enjoy great performance in the most demanding games with up to two graphics cards. One of these slots is reinforced in steel, to easily withstand the heavy weight of larger and more powerful graphics cards. Three PCIe 2.0 x1 slots have also been included for expansion cards, for example a high-end sound card.

At the storage level we have a total of six SATA 6 Gbp / s connections, classic in any range of current motherboard. It is a good number to satisfy all our needs. Although it is increasingly common to see NAS systems at home or small offices.

It also has two M.2 NVMe slots that allow us to install high quality SATA PCI Express drives. Undoubtedly, one of the great solutions to have a better performance working and playing.

As for the sound, we have the Realtek ALC887-VD2 audio engine, which offers us 8-channel HD sound to enjoy a great experience of use. This sound engine is built with high-quality components and a separate PCB section, which will help deliver a much cleaner, interference-free sound.

Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming includes the Realtek RTL8111H network controller, which features TUF LANGuard technology for greater protection against power surges. Finally, we take a quick look at the rear connectors. A fairly normal number of you know

1 x Keyboard / Mouse Combo Port 1 x DVI-D1 x HDMI 1 x LAN Port (RJ45) 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type A1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C2 x USB 2.02 x USB 3.1 Gen 13 x Audio Jacks

Test bench and tests

TESTING BENCH
Processor:	AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
Base plate:	Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming
Memory:	16 GB G.Skill Sniper X 3400 MHz
Heatsink	Stock
HDD	Crucial BX300 275 GB + KC400 512 GB
Graphic card	Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti
Power supply	Corsair RM1000X

To check the stability of the AMD Ryzen 2700X processor in stock values and the motherboard we have stressed it with Prime 95 Custom and air cooling. The graphics that we have brought to the test bench is a powerful Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti. Without further ado let's see the results obtained in our tests with a 1920 x 1080 monitor.

BIOS

Asus continues to offer one of the best BIOS for the AM4 socket and with a large number of updates throughout the year. We find all the options that your ROG Crosshair models and it is a pass that you do not forget any detail. If you follow me for a long time, you know that Asus is one of my favorite brands and the TUF series is one of them.

Final words and conclusion about Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming

Asus re-launches a motherboard from the TUF line with great performance. Specifically, the Asus TUF X470-Plus Gaming is positioned as one of the best quality / price options for its long-lasting components, pleasant design, RGB lighting and good overclocking capacity.

In our tests with an AMD Ryzen 7 2700X we have been able to raise its maximum frequency to 4250 MHz, a result similar to the top of the range Asus Crosshair VII Hero. Although they are motherboards of different ranges and with differential aspects. It is ideal for those users who do not mind dispensing with high-end power phases, Wi-Fi connection or simply on a tight budget, it is a great alternative.

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The only thing we miss is the Wifi connectivity integrated in the motherboard. It would have been one of the differential aspects in this price range. Although we believe that it is a very balanced motherboard in performance and construction.

It is currently available in different online stores for an amount of approximately 159 to 165 euros. We believe that it is one of the best options to do a good overclock and cover almost all the needs of the user.

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ NICE DESIGN	- WE MISSING A WIFI CONNECTION.
+ CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
+ OVERCLOCK AND GAMING PERFORMANCE
+ SUPER STABLE BIOS.
+ PRICE