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The ASRock X870 Challenger Wi-Fi is one of the cheapest X870 motherboards at $170, offering USB4, Wi-Fi 7, PCIe Gen 5 for GPU and SSD, and a 16-phase VRM. The review examines its features, cutbacks, and performance to see if it's a bargain for enthusiasts.
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