Product Overview | |
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Manufacturer | MSI (Micro-Star International) |
Category | Gaming Series ATX Motherboard |
Model | Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI |
Form Factor | ATX (30.48 cm x 24.38 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. 192GB, DDR5 Supports up to 7200+(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) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (from Chipset, supports x4 mode) 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots (from Chipset) |
Storage Support | Total 4 x M.2 slots: 1 x M.2 22110/2280/2260/2242 (from CPU, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) 3 x M.2 2280/2260/2242 (from Chipset, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA mode) 6 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) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (10Gbps) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports (5Gbps) 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports 1 x PS/2 Combo Port |
USB Ports (Front Headers) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® connector (10Gbps) 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 | 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) 2×2 with MU-MIMO (2.4/5/6GHz bands) Bluetooth® v5.3 |
Audio | Realtek® ALC897 Codec 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio Supports S/PDIF output |
Power Delivery | 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System with 55A DrMOS Dual 8-pin CPU power connectors 6-layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper |
Cooling Features | Extended Heatsink Design, MOSFET thermal pads (7W/mK), Choke thermal pads M.2 Shield Frozr (on all M.2 slots) Multiple fan headers with comprehensive control (including pump fan header) |
Special Features | Lightning Gen 5 PCIe support Pre-installed I/O Shield, EZ M.2 Clips EZ Debug LED, Flash BIOS Button MSI Core Boost, Memory Boost, Game Boost Optimized for Water Cooling, RGB LED headers (JRGB, JARGB_V2) |
Display Output | 1 x HDMI™ port (Supports HDMI™ 2.1, max. resolution 4K@60Hz) 1 x DisplayPort (Supports DP 1.4, max. resolution 4K@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, M.2 screw & standoff set, Cable sticker pack, Documentation. (May vary by region) |
Product Description | |
The **MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI** is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed to deliver an exceptional gaming experience for enthusiasts and serious gamers. Based on the **Intel Z790 chipset** and LGA 1700 socket, it fully supports Intel’s 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core processors, offering robust compatibility for the latest CPUs.
This motherboard boasts powerful specifications, including **DDR5 memory support up to an impressive 7200+(OC) MHz**, enabled by MSI’s Memory Boost technology for optimal overclocking and stability. It features a robust **14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System with 55A DrMOS** and dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery even under extreme loads and during overclocking. The **6-layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper** further enhances signal integrity and durability. For storage and expansion, the Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI provides a **PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with Steel Armor** for the newest graphics cards, ensuring maximum bandwidth and physical durability. It offers **four M.2 slots**, all equipped with **M.2 Shield Frozr** heatsinks to prevent thermal throttling of high-speed NVMe SSDs. Connectivity is cutting-edge with **Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet** for lag-free wired gaming and **Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)** for ultra-fast wireless speeds across 2.4, 5, and 6GHz bands, coupled with Bluetooth 5.3. It also includes a high-speed **USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)** port on the rear I/O. With its comprehensive cooling solutions, advanced power design, and extensive connectivity, the MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI is a formidable foundation for any high-performance gaming rig. |
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