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MSI Unlocks China's CXMT Memory On AM5 Boards, Pushing Domestic DDR5 From 6800 To 8200 MT/s
MSI has unlocked support for CXMT's DDR5 memory on its AM5 motherboards, elevating the maximum speed from 6800 MT/s to 8200 MT/s due to a new BIOS update. This transition is part of China's push to minimize reliance on foreign memory manufacturers. While CXMT is expanding its reach, it primarily serves the domestic market at this time. With this upgrade, MSI positions itself as a leading motherboard manufacturer catering to the growing local tech ecosystem.
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Published 7 Jul 2026, 14:21 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- MSI unlocks CXMT DDR5 memory support on AM5 motherboards
- Speeds increased from 6800 MT/s to 8200 MT/s
- First budget-friendly overclocking motherboard capable of such speeds
- CXMT memory saw 20.5% increase in speeds during testing
- Supports expanding domestic tech production in China
Interesting facts
- CXMT is seen as a key player in China's effort to produce core tech components domestically.
- CXMT aims to double its memory production in the coming years as part of an expansion project.
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