The MSI MAG B860 TOMAHAWK WIFI wins in 5 out of 14 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Max Memory (100% better).
ROG STRIX Z590-E GAMING WIFI wins in 3 specs (SATA Ports: 50% better).
Recommendation
Choose MAG B860 TOMAHAWK WIFI if you want the best overall performance — especially max memory.
Choose ROG STRIX Z590-E GAMING WIFI if sata ports matters more to you.
| Spec | ASUSROG STRIX Z590-E GAMING WIFI | MSIMAG B860 TOMAHAWK WIFI |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | ||
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1851 |
| Chipset | Z590 | B860 |
| Form Factor | ATX | ATX |
| PCIe Gen | 4 | 5+25% |
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5 |
| Memory Slots | 4 | 4 |
| Max Memory | 128 GB | |
| 256 GB+100% |
| Max Memory Speed | 5,333 MHz | 8,400 MHz+58% |
| Expansion | ||
| M.2 Slots | 4 | 4 |
| SATA Ports | 6+50% | 4 |
| PCIe x16 Slots | 3+50% | 2 |
| PCIe x1 Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB Type-C | 2 | 2 |
| USB Type-A | 7 | 7 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7+17% |
| LAN | 2.5 GbE | 2.5 GbE |
| Audio | Realtek ALC4080 | Realtek ALC4080 |
| Design | ||
| VRM Phases | 14+2+7% | 12+2+1 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $370 | $230−38% |
| Release Date | Jan 2021 | Jan 2025 |
