Thermaltake TR100 @ TechPowerUp
TechPowerUp reviewed the ASUS Prime X870-P Wi-Fi motherboard, positioning it as a cost-effective entry into AMD’s AM5 platform with access to cutting-edge features. At just over $200, this ATX board offers PCIe Gen 5 support for both GPUs and M.2 storage, along with USB4 and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The review praised its clean layout, easy-to-navigate BIOS, and handy additions like the PCIe Slot Q-Release. While not a flagship model, the board proved capable of handling 16-core Ryzen processors, making it an appealing option for mainstream users who want access to next-gen performance without a hefty price tag.
"The Thermaltake TR100 is a perfect example of how to engineer a great sandwich chassis, managing to solve most of the cooling limitations of such enclosures. On top of that, the TR100 breaks down the barriers of entry around assembly and cable management, while looking pretty cool in the process."
That said, TechPowerUp noted that ASUS made a few strategic omissions to keep costs down. The motherboard uses the dated Realtek ALC897 audio codec, and its slim M.2 heatsinks may not adequately cool Gen 5 SSDs, potentially resulting in thermal throttling. VRM performance is acceptable under stock conditions but may fall short for heavy overclocking. The board also lacks extra enthusiast-friendly features such as debug LEDs or additional SATA ports, which are present on some similarly priced B850 alternatives. Still, for users prioritizing modern I/O and PCIe Gen 5 readiness, the Prime X870-P Wi-Fi stands out as a capable and forward-looking solution.
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