MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI: Feature-Rich ATX Motherboard with PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 6E, DDR5 7200+ MT/s, and Robust Power Design for Intel 12th, 13th & 14th Gen Gaming Builds

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The **MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI** serves as a robust and feature-rich ATX motherboard, making it an excellent choice for building a high-performance gaming or workstation PC based on Intel’s 12th, 13th, or 14th generation processors.

While sharing many core features with its “MAX” counterpart, the primary distinction lies in its wireless connectivity: this model utilizes **Intel Wi-Fi 6E**, offering excellent wireless speeds and support for the 6GHz band, though not the very latest Wi-Fi 7 found in the MAX version. It also supports DDR5 memory speeds up to **7200+ MT/s (OC)**.

The motherboard boasts a strong **16+1+1 Duet Rail Power System** with dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery for even the most demanding CPUs. Its thermal design includes **Extended Heatsink Design** and **M.2 Shield Frozr** for all M.2 slots, crucial for maintaining optimal performance under heavy loads. The **6-layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper** further enhances stability and signal integrity.

For expansion, it includes a **PCIe 5.0 x16 slot** for the latest graphics cards. Storage is well-covered with **four M.2 slots** (one PCIe 4.0 x4 directly from the CPU, and three PCIe 4.0 x4 from the chipset) and seven SATA 6Gb/s ports, all supporting RAID configurations.

Connectivity options are comprehensive, featuring **2.5Gb Intel Ethernet** and a robust set of USB ports, including a high-speed **USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)** port. User-friendly features such as the **Pre-installed I/O Shield**, **EZ Debug LED**, and **Flash BIOS Button** contribute to a smooth building and troubleshooting experience. With MSI’s Mystic Light RGB, users can also personalize their system’s aesthetics.