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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 vs MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact models · UK & US buying links

Compared products

YOUR FIRST CHOICE

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

UK manufacturer specification · PRIME H610M-E D4

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 official product image
Exact model & source notes

PRIME H610M-E D4 motherboard, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
Network interfaces and requirements1 x Realtek 1Gb EthernetIntel I219-V 1 Gb Ethernet
1 of 6 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.
See the 6 verified differences
THE CONTENDER

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

LGA1700 · Micro-ATX · DDR4 · board-only configuration · MSI global specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 motherboard, top view of the exact global model; CPU and memory are not installed
Exact model & source notes

A budget Micro-ATX LGA 1700 motherboard with Intel H610 and DDR4 memory: two DDR4 slots up to DDR4-3200 and 64 GB, a PCIe 4.0 x16 graphics slot, one PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slot and Intel 1 Gb Ethernet.

Specifications checked 7 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 UK & US retailers

UK & US price history: no verified listing yet

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Intel® H610 Chipset Intel® H610 Chipset

Manufacturer specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Intel H610

Manufacturer specification

Explore the full specifications

Plan the complete platform. Check the exact CPU-support list, required BIOS and memory validation before buying. PCIe generations and lane allocations can change with the processor. A socket match or slot count is not a guarantee that every component works together at its highest advertised setting.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

6 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. All are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Form factor and dimensions

In Visual facts
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 8.3 inch ( 24.4 cm x 21.1 cm ) mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 8.3 inch (24.4 cm x 21.1 cm)
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Micro-ATX; 244 × 211 mm
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Memory type, slots and limit

In Visual facts
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D42 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Actual memory data rate depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Actual memory data rate depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR42 DDR4 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 64 GB; up to DDR4-3200; non-ECC unbuffered
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI lists single-rank 2133/2666/2933/3200 MHz by JEDEC and POR; no overclocked memory speeds are listed for this board. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR4 slots require DDR4 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Storage interfaces and restrictions

In Visual facts
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel® H610 Chipset M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x2 mode) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel® H610 Chipset M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x2 mode) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR41 × M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4; M2_1 also supports SATA; 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

M2_1 connects to the chipset. · Manufacturer specification · M2_1 accepts 2242/2260/2280 drives; a SATA M.2 drive disables SATA7. The separate E-key slot is for a Wi-Fi module only and cannot hold an SSD.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Network interfaces and requirements

In Visual facts
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D41 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Intel I219-V 1 Gb Ethernet
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · MSI lists an E-key slot for an optional PCIe Wi-Fi module but no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module is listed as fitted.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Audio interfaces

In Visual facts
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output. Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Realtek ALC892 or ALC897 codec; 7.1-channel
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. MSI lists either codec, so the fitted one may vary.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

CPU support and BIOS requirements

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. BIOS: 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Intel Core 14th / 13th / 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor.

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (21)

DIMM slots

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR42
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR4 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum listed memory

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR464 GB
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR4 slots require DDR4 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Onboard M.2 storage slots

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR41
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. M2_1 accepts 2242/2260/2280 drives; a SATA M.2 drive disables SATA7. The separate E-key slot is for a Wi-Fi module only.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expansion slots and electrical links

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR41 × PCIe 4.0 x16; 1 × PCIe 3.0 x1; 1 × M.2 E-key (Wi-Fi module only)
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

The x16 slot connects to the CPU. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical link widths, not a guarantee of the installed system's performance. The E-key slot is not a storage slot and no wireless module is listed as fitted.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear Flash BIOS button

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI's rear-panel list for this board does not mention a Flash BIOS button; check the manual if you need BIOS flashback. · Manufacturer specification · Check the manual before relying on BIOS flashing without a CPU.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

ECC module operating mode

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Non-ECC, un-buffered memory listed; ECC not listed
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · The specification does not list ECC module support.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expansion/storage lane sharing

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Installing an M.2 SATA SSD in M2_1 makes SATA7 unavailable.
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Read the exact simultaneous-use restriction; shared slot labels do not establish identical wiring.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expansion slots and restrictions

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot Intel® H610 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot Intel® H610 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cooling headers

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR41 CPU; 1 system fan header
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not supplied fans or an assertion of current limits. No pump header is listed.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Processor-dependent display outputs

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4: up to 4K 60 Hz; VGA: up to 2048×1536 at 50 Hz or 1920×1200 at 60 Hz
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Requires integrated CPU graphics; supported modes depend on processor.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Internal headers and connectors

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x RGB header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x COM Port header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x RGB header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x COM Port header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published memory OC configurations

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4None listed; 1R 2133/2666/2933/3200 MHz by JEDEC & POR
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed speeds, not guaranteed kit speed. CPU, BIOS and module population determine support.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

NVMe RAID modes

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI's specifications for this board do not list RAID support; check the manual if you need RAID. · Manufacturer specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Listed operating systems

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Primary expansion-slot link

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4PCIe x16 slot (from CPU): up to PCIe 4.0 x16
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Generation depends on installed CPU.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear-panel ports

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D42 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI® port 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) port 1 x PS/2 Mouse (green) port 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI® port 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) port 1 x PS/2 Mouse (green) port
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

SATA storage ports

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR44
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. A SATA M.2 drive in M2_1 disables SATA7.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

SATA RAID modes

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI's specifications for this board do not list RAID support; check the manual if you need RAID. · Manufacturer specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

USB ports and headers

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Rear USB (Total 4 ports) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 6 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Rear USB (Total 4 ports) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 6 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4Not verified
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front USB header capacity

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR42 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible case ports and cabling; not rear sockets. No front Type-C header is listed.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear USB ports

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4Not verified
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR44 USB 2.0 (via hub); 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded for this side.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Port inventory and interface ratings, not simultaneous measured throughput or charging power. The rear USB 2.0 ports are behind a GL850G hub.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

1 shared field has the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

What it brings

  • Published motherboard interfaces and configuration are available from the exact-model ASUS specification source.

What to check

  • Compatibility and maximum operating modes depend on the source’s stated hardware, firmware and connection requirements; manufacturer figures are not independent measurements.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

What it brings

  • PCIe 4.0 x16 graphics slot from the CPU, Intel I219-V Ethernet, and HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and VGA outputs for processors with integrated graphics.
  • Reuses DDR4 memory and has an M.2 E-key slot ready for an optional PCIe Wi-Fi module.

What to check

  • Only one M.2 SSD slot (PCIe 3.0 x4, disables SATA7 in SATA mode), two DDR4 slots with a 64 GB ceiling and no overclocked memory speeds, 1 Gb Ethernet and no fitted Wi-Fi.
COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
29 of 29 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 and MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4
SpecificationASUS PRIME H610M-E D4MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4
CPU socket
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Match the exact CPU and required BIOS as well as the physical socket.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
LGA1700LGA 1700
ChipsetDifferent
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Intel® H610 Chipset Intel® H610 ChipsetIntel H610
Form factor and dimensionsDifferent
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 8.3 inch ( 24.4 cm x 21.1 cm ) mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 8.3 inch (24.4 cm x 21.1 cm)Micro-ATX; 244 × 211 mm
CPU support and BIOS requirementsDifferent
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor.

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. BIOS: 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOSIntel Core 14th / 13th / 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron
Listed operating systems
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded.

Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bitNot provided
Memory type, slots and limitDifferent
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI lists single-rank 2133/2666/2933/3200 MHz by JEDEC and POR; no overclocked memory speeds are listed for this board. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR4 slots require DDR4 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Actual memory data rate depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Actual memory data rate depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).2 DDR4 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 64 GB; up to DDR4-3200; non-ECC unbuffered
Maximum listed memory
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR4 slots require DDR4 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided64 GB
DIMM slots
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR4 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided2
Published memory OC configurations
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed speeds, not guaranteed kit speed. CPU, BIOS and module population determine support.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedNone listed; 1R 2133/2666/2933/3200 MHz by JEDEC & POR
ECC module operating mode
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · The specification does not list ECC module support.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedNon-ECC, un-buffered memory listed; ECC not listed
Storage interfaces and restrictionsDifferent
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

M2_1 connects to the chipset. · Manufacturer specification · M2_1 accepts 2242/2260/2280 drives; a SATA M.2 drive disables SATA7. The separate E-key slot is for a Wi-Fi module only and cannot hold an SSD.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel® H610 Chipset M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x2 mode) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel® H610 Chipset M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x2 mode) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports1 × M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4; M2_1 also supports SATA; 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s
Onboard M.2 storage slots
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. M2_1 accepts 2242/2260/2280 drives; a SATA M.2 drive disables SATA7. The separate E-key slot is for a Wi-Fi module only.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided1
SATA storage ports
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. A SATA M.2 drive in M2_1 disables SATA7.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided4
Expansion slots and restrictions
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded.

Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot Intel® H610 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot Intel® H610 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slotNot provided
Primary expansion-slot link
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Generation depends on installed CPU.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedPCIe x16 slot (from CPU): up to PCIe 4.0 x16
Expansion slots and electrical links
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

The x16 slot connects to the CPU. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical link widths, not a guarantee of the installed system's performance. The E-key slot is not a storage slot and no wireless module is listed as fitted.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided1 × PCIe 4.0 x16; 1 × PCIe 3.0 x1; 1 × M.2 E-key (Wi-Fi module only)
Expansion/storage lane sharing
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

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MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Read the exact simultaneous-use restriction; shared slot labels do not establish identical wiring.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedInstalling an M.2 SATA SSD in M2_1 makes SATA7 unavailable.
USB ports and headers
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded.

Rear USB (Total 4 ports) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 6 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Rear USB (Total 4 ports) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 6 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 portsNot provided
Rear-panel ports
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded.

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI® port 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) port 1 x PS/2 Mouse (green) port 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI® port 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) port 1 x PS/2 Mouse (green) portNot provided
Audio interfacesDifferent
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. MSI lists either codec, so the fitted one may vary.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output. Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.Realtek ALC892 or ALC897 codec; 7.1-channel
Processor-dependent display outputs
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Requires integrated CPU graphics; supported modes depend on processor.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedHDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4: up to 4K 60 Hz; VGA: up to 2048×1536 at 50 Hz or 1920×1200 at 60 Hz
Rear USB ports
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Port inventory and interface ratings, not simultaneous measured throughput or charging power. The rear USB 2.0 ports are behind a GL850G hub.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided4 USB 2.0 (via hub); 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A
Front USB header capacity
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible case ports and cabling; not rear sockets. No front Type-C header is listed.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided2 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A
Network interfaces and requirementsDifferent
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · MSI lists an E-key slot for an optional PCIe Wi-Fi module but no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module is listed as fitted.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
1 x Realtek 1Gb EthernetIntel I219-V 1 Gb Ethernet
Cooling headers
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not supplied fans or an assertion of current limits. No pump header is listed.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not provided1 CPU; 1 system fan header
Internal headers and connectors
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

Manufacturer specification

ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4 — official UK technical specifications
MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

No source recorded.

Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x RGB header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x COM Port header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x RGB header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x COM Port header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel headerNot provided
Show unverified (3)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Specifications without verified values for either product
SATA RAID modes
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ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI's specifications for this board do not list RAID support; check the manual if you need RAID. · Manufacturer specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedNot listed by the manufacturer
NVMe RAID modes
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI's specifications for this board do not list RAID support; check the manual if you need RAID. · Manufacturer specification

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedNot listed by the manufacturer
Rear Flash BIOS button
Sources
ASUS PRIME H610M-E D4

No source recorded.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4

MSI's rear-panel list for this board does not mention a Flash BIOS button; check the manual if you need BIOS flashback. · Manufacturer specification · Check the manual before relying on BIOS flashing without a CPU.

MSI PRO H610M-G DDR4 — manufacturer specifications
Not providedNot listed by the manufacturer
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