| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MSI (Micro-Star International) |
| Category | Performance Gaming (MPG) Mini-ITX Motherboard |
| Model | MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI |
| Form Factor | Mini-ITX (17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) |
| Chipset | Intel® Z790 |
| Technical Specifications | |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 for Intel® 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors |
| Memory Support | 2 x DIMM slots, Max. 128GB, DDR5 Supports up to 8000+(OC) MHz Dual Channel Memory Architecture, Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0 |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (from CPU, with Steel Armor) |
| Storage Support | Total 3 x M.2 slots: 1 x M.2 2280 (from CPU, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) 1 x M.2 2280 (from Chipset, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) 1 x M.2 2280 (from Chipset, supports PCIe 3.0 x4 / SATA mode) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Supports RAID 0/1/5/10 for NVMe and SATA storage |
| USB Ports (Rear I/O) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® port (20Gbps) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (10Gbps) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports (5Gbps) |
| USB Ports (Front Headers) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® connector (20Gbps) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports) 1 x USB 2.0 header (supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports) |
| Network | 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) 2×2 with MU-MIMO (2.4/5/6GHz bands, 160MHz bandwidth) Bluetooth® v5.3 |
| Audio | Realtek® ALC4080 Codec 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel Optical S/PDIF out |
| Power Delivery | Direct 10+1+1 phases power design with 105A Smart Power Stage (SPS) 1x 8-pin CPU power connector 12-layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper (Server-Grade PCB Material) |
| Cooling Features | Extended Heatsink Design with Heat-pipe, MOSFET Thermal Pads rated for 7W/mK, Choke Thermal Pads M.2 Shield Frozr on all 3 M.2 slots (Integrated with chipset heatsink) MOSFET Baseplate Multiple fan headers with comprehensive control (Frozr AI) |
| Special Features | Lightning Gen 5 PCIe & M.2 support Pre-installed I/O Shield, Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr, EZ M.2 Clips EZ Debug LED, Flash BIOS Button, Clear CMOS Button Mystic Light RGB (1x ARGB Gen2 header) MSI Core Boost, Memory Boost, Game Boost Optimized for Water Cooling (dedicated pump header) |
| Display Output | 1 x HDMI™ port (Supports HDMI™ 2.1, max. resolution 4K@60Hz) 1 x DisplayPort (Supports DP 1.4, max. resolution 8K@60Hz) *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), RGB extension cables, Front panel connector, Documentation. |
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The **MSI MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI** is a testament to MSI’s ability to pack high-end features into a compact Mini-ITX form factor. It’s built for enthusiasts seeking to construct a powerful yet space-saving gaming rig or a high-performance workstation.
Central to its robust design is a **Direct 10+1+1 phase power design with 105A Smart Power Stages (SPS)**, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery to Intel’s demanding 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors. This is complemented by a premium **12-layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper** for optimal signal integrity and heat dissipation.
Despite its size, the board doesn’t skimp on connectivity. It features a **PCIe 5.0 x16 slot** for the latest graphics cards and **three M.2 slots** (two PCIe 4.0, one PCIe 3.0/SATA) for ample high-speed storage, all protected by **M.2 Shield Frozr** heatsinks integrated into a comprehensive cooling solution with an extended heatsink and heat-pipe. Networking is top-notch with **Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet** and **Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)**, offering blazing-fast wired and wireless connections. A **USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)** port is available on both the rear I/O and as a front panel header for maximum versatility.
With support for **DDR5 memory up to 8000+ MHz (OC)** through its two DIMM slots, along with user-friendly features like **Pre-installed I/O Shield**, **EZ Debug LED**, and **Flash BIOS Button**, the MSI MPG Z790I EDGE WIFI delivers a powerful, premium experience in a small footprint. It’s an excellent choice for a high-performance SFF build with a sleek, modern aesthetic.

















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