MSI MEG Z790 ACE: Flagship E-ATX Motherboard for Extreme Performance and Overclocking with Intel 12th, 13th & 14th Gen CPUs, PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4, and Wi-Fi 6E
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| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MSI (Micro-Star International) |
| Category | Enthusiast/High-End E-ATX Motherboard |
| Model | MEG Z790 ACE |
| Form Factor | E-ATX (30.48 cm x 27.7 cm) |
| Chipset | Intel® Z790 |
| Technical Specifications | |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 for Intel® 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors |
| Memory Support | 4 x DIMM slots, Max. 128GB (up to 192GB with later BIOS updates), DDR5 Supports up to 7800+ MT/s (OC) Dual Channel Memory Architecture, Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0 |
| Expansion Slots | 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (from CPU, support x16/x0 or x8/x8) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (from Chipset, supports x4 mode) MSI Steel Armor for reinforced slots |
| Storage Support | Total 5 x M.2 slots: 1 x M.2 2280 (from CPU, supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) 1 x M.2 22110/2280/2260 (from CPU, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) 3 x M.2 2280/2260 (from Chipset, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode; two also support SATA mode) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Supports RAID 0/1/5/10 for NVMe and SATA storage |
| USB Ports (Rear I/O) | 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB-C, 40Gbps, with DisplayPort Alt Mode & Mini-DP In for discrete GPU passthrough) 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (10Gbps) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port (10Gbps, with DisplayPort Alt Mode) |
| USB Ports (Front Headers) | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® connectors (20Gbps, one with 60W Power Delivery via PD_PWR1) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers (supports 4 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports) |
| Network | 2 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet (RJ45) Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) 2×2 with MU-MIMO (2.4/5/6GHz bands, 160MHz bandwidth) Bluetooth® v5.3 |
| Audio | Realtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel Optical S/PDIF out |
| Power Delivery | 24 + 1 + 2 Duet Rail Power System (DRPS) with 105A Smart Power Stage (SPS) Dual 8-pin CPU power connectors Premium 8-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz thickened copper |
| Cooling Features | Stacked Fin Array, Direct Touch Cross Heat-pipe, Enlarged PCH Heatsink, 7W/mK Thermal Pads Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr (for all M.2 slots) Aluminum Cover & Backplate for enhanced heat dissipation Multiple fan headers (CPU, Pump, System) with comprehensive control |
| Special Features | Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with 8K display support and Daisy-Chaining Lightning Gen 5 (PCIe 5.0 slots and M.2) Magnetic & Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr Design, EZ M.2 Clips Pre-installed I/O Shield, Smart Button, Clear CMOS Button, Flash BIOS Button EZ Debug LED, 2-Digit Debug Code LED Mystic Light RGB (multiple headers) MSI Core Boost, Memory Boost, Game Boost, OC Engine |
| Display Output | Via Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort Alt Mode) and Mini-DP input (for discrete GPU passthrough) *Only available on processors with integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the installed CPU. |
| Operating System Support | Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit |
| Bundled Accessories | Wi-Fi antenna, SATA cables, EZ M.2 clips, USB Drive (with drivers), DisplayPort to Mini-DisplayPort cables, thermistor cables, RGB extension cables, Front panel connector, Cable stickers, Documentation, etc. |
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The **MSI MEG Z790 ACE** is a pinnacle of engineering within MSI’s Z790 motherboard lineup, squarely aimed at enthusiasts, professional users, and extreme overclockers. This E-ATX motherboard is built to extract maximum performance from Intel’s 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core processors.
At its core, the ACE boasts an incredibly robust **24 + 1 + 2 Duet Rail Power System (DRPS)** with 105A Smart Power Stages, ensuring unparalleled power delivery stability and efficiency, even under the most strenuous overclocking scenarios. This formidable VRM is cooled by an elaborate system featuring a **Stacked Fin Array heatsink, direct-touch cross heat-pipe, and high-quality thermal pads**, ensuring sustained performance. The **8-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz thickened copper** further enhances signal integrity and heat dissipation.
For connectivity, the MEG Z790 ACE is exceptionally well-equipped. It features **dual Thunderbolt™ 4 ports** on the rear I/O, offering 40Gbps bandwidth, 8K display support, and daisy-chaining capabilities, making it ideal for high-speed peripherals and external displays. Network connectivity is robust with **dual 2.5Gb Ethernet ports** and **Intel Wi-Fi 6E**, providing ultra-fast and reliable wired and wireless connections across the 2.4, 5, and 6GHz bands.
Expansion is plentiful with **two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots** for the latest graphics cards and a dedicated **PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot** for next-generation NVMe SSDs, alongside four additional PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all covered by **double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr** for effective thermal management. The board supports high-speed **DDR5 memory up to 7800+ MT/s (OC)**, ensuring rapid data access for gaming and demanding applications. MSI’s premium **Audio Boost 5 HD** solution with Realtek ALC4082 codec and ESS DAC delivers pristine audio quality.
User-friendly features are abundant, including a **Pre-installed I/O Shield**, dedicated **Clear CMOS and Flash BIOS buttons**, and a **2-Digit Debug Code LED** for easy troubleshooting. The **Magnetic & Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr** design simplifies SSD installation. The MEG Z790 ACE combines raw power, cutting-edge technology, and refined design, making it a truly formidable choice for any high-end PC build.
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