A sizable price increase in the tech market is causing quite the stir, particularly with the recent announcement of a motherboard priced at $1,371, raising eyebrows across the board.
An article from Benchlife highlights the exorbitant cost of the Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme AM5 motherboard, which retails in China for RMB 9,999—a figure that, when converted, hits the staggering mark of $1,371.
What does this board offer at such a high price?
This motherboard is packed with high-end specs:
- AM5 Socket for future-proofing
- Support for up to 256 GB of 9000 MT/s DDR5 across four DIMM slots
- Up to five M.2 drives
- Four USB-C ports plus WiFi 7
- Equipped with two PCIe 5.0 slots featuring updated Q-Release mechanisms to prevent GPU damage, alongside what Asus touts as an Extreme OC kit.
Despite the impressive features, the pricing remains a contentious topic. Many system builders may hesitate to invest such a significant amount into a motherboard, no matter how advanced. As if that wasn’t enough to stir debate, the fluctuating US tariff situation complicates matters further, creating uncertainty regarding future pricing trends.
If this model retains its suggested retail price in the Western markets, it could claim the title of the most expensive consumer-grade AM5 motherboard available. For enthusiasts willing to spend top dollar for cutting-edge technology, this motherboard seems to be an attractive yet daunting option.
