Rocetmal :
Having trouble really identifying the difference here. I would generally trust MSI as a brand over ASRock (aka Bargain ASUS). However from my read there may be more fan connectors on the ASRock, which would be nice. Anything jump out to you guys? Much appreciated!
ASRock:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157844
MSI: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813144190
You can use the comparison table of all AM4 motherboards (link in the other thread) as a guide to differentiate and identify specs you are looking for:
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-3502839/am4-motherboard-amd-ryzen-cpu-specs-comparison-list.html
Main Differences (
Asrock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming-ITX/ac vs
Msi B450I Gaming Plus AC):
Ethernet LAN: Asrock =
Intel I211-AT |
Msi =
Realtek RTL8111H
Audio Codec: Asrock =
Realtek ALC1220 |
Msi =
Realtek ALC887
Audio Jacks: Asrock =
5x + S/PDIF |
Msi =
3x
USB Rear Panel Ports: Asrock = 2x USB2.0 + 2x USB3.0 +
1x USB3.1-A + 1x USB3.1-C |
Msi = 2x USB2.0 + 4x USB3.0 (
no 3.1)
USB2.0 Internal Headers: Asrock =
1.5x (supports up to 3x USB2.0 ports) |
Msi =
1x (supports up to 2x USB2.0 ports)
Fan Header: Asrock =
3x |
Msi =
2x
RGB LED Header: Asrock =
2x (1x 12V + 1x 5V) |
Msi = 2x (2x 12V)
Debug LED Indicators: Asrock =
None |
Msi =
CPU/VGA/DRAM/BOOT LEDs
CPU VCC Phases: Asrock =
6x (ISL95712 (3x2) |
Msi =
6x (IR35201)
* Those marked in Blue are slightly better/more advantageous (if you need them).
Major Similarities:
Both are
ITX-sized (170mm x 170mm)
Both have
extended heatsinks (acts partially as I/O shroud)
Both have
single-BIOS
Both have
2x DIMM slots
Both have
1x PCIe3.0 x16 expansion slot with "armor"/reinforcement
Both have
4x SATAIII ports
Both have
1x M.2 slot that supports either PCIe3.0 x4 or SATAIII modes
Both have the same
Wireless LAN (using Intel Wireless-AC 3168 module up to 433Mbps)
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