MSI MPG Z890I EDGE TI WIFI

MSI MPG Z890I EDGE TI WIFI
The MSI MPG Z890I EDGE TI WIFI is a mini-ITX motherboard based on the Intel Z890 chipset, which offers an Intel 1851 socket. The board features an advanced 10+1+1+1 Duet Rail power system with a 110A Smart Power Stage for stability even when overclocking. It supports two DDR5 memory modules with speeds of up to 8600MHz and provides cutting-edge connectivity, including a PCIe 5.0 slot, four M.2 slots, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, Intel Killer 5G LAN, and Wi-Fi 7. The board is equipped with advanced Frozr cooling with interconnected heat pipes, an Audio Boost 5 sound card, and intuitive EZ DIY features for easy installation.
Key features of the MSI MPG Z890I EDGE TI WIFI motherboard
- Support for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors with Intel 1851 socket and an advanced 10+1+1+1 Duet Rail power system
- Two DDR5 memory slots supporting speeds up to 8600+ MT/s and Memory Boost technology for extreme overclocking
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 128GB/s throughput and four M.2 slots, including one Lightning Gen 5 with speeds up to 128Gbps
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports with 40Gbps transfer speeds and DisplayPort 2.1 support for connecting 8K displays
- Intel Killer 5G LAN and Wi-Fi 7 (BE1750x) with speeds up to 5.8Gbps
- EZ DIY features including screwless M.2 Shield Frozr II, a pre-installed I/O shield, and EZ Antenna for easy installation
Performance and power for the most demanding processors
The motherboard uses a direct 10+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power System with digital voltage regulation, which ensures a stable power supply for Intel Core Ultra processors. Each Vcore phase is fitted with 110A Smart Power Stage components, while separate phases supply power to the SA, GT, and VNNAON circuits. The 14-layer server-grade PCB, reinforced with copper, guarantees reliable signal transfers even at high frequencies. A solid pin design on the 8-pin and 24-pin power connectors provides a larger contact area and low impedance for a stable current supply.
Memory support and overclocking potential
The board offers two DDR5 slots with a maximum capacity of 128GB, supporting memory speeds of 8600+ MT/s when overclocking. Support for Intel XMP 3.0 profiles makes overclocking compatible memory simple. Memory Extension Mode provides optimised parameters for lower latency and higher performance at the same frequency, and can be combined with XMP profiles to maximise memory potential.
Cutting-edge connectivity and expandability
The motherboard has a single PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with a throughput of up to 128GB/s, which uses SMT (Surface Mount Technology) to minimise interference and electrical noise. The slot is also reinforced with an MSI Steel Armor construction with additional soldering points to securely hold heavy graphics cards. Four M.2 slots offer plenty of space for fast storage – the first slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4, the second PCIe 4.0 x4 from the CPU, the third PCIe 4.0 x4/SATA from the chipset, and the fourth PCIe 4.0 x4 from the chipset. The M.2 Shield Frozr with its patented screwless design ensures efficient cooling for SSDs and prevents thermal throttling.
Thunderbolt 4 and premium networking solutions
Two Thunderbolt 4 ports on the rear panel offer transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps with Thunderbolt devices, 20Gbps with USB4 devices, and 10Gbps with USB 3.2 devices. Each port supports 5V/3A (15W) power delivery and enables daisy-chaining of up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices or five Thunderbolt 3 devices. The ports also function as DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20 via USB Type-C with resolutions up to 4K 120Hz or 8K 60Hz. The Intel Killer E5000B 5G LAN provides a high-speed wired connection, while the Intel Killer BE1750x Wi-Fi 7 module delivers wireless connectivity with speeds of up to 5.8Gbps. The Intel Killer Performance Suite automatically detects application priority, analyses and manages bandwidth autonomously, and intelligently selects the best access point. The EZ Antenna with its magnetic stand makes installation easy without rotating the connectors.
Advanced Frozr Design cooling
An extended heatsink with interconnected heat pipes joins two MOS cooling blocks, significantly increasing the surface area for heat dissipation. An active Frozr cooler above the VRM ensures efficient cooling of the power circuits during demanding tasks. The MOSFET Baseplate on the underside of the board dissipates heat from the power transistors and ensures better thermal management. 7W/mK thermal pads on the MOSFETs and chokes guarantee that all processor cores run at full performance without throttling. The Cooling Wizard provides comprehensive management of all fans, with support for PWM/DC modes, custom curves, and temperature monitoring.
Port layout
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 2
- Number of M.2: 4
- M.2 Slot 1 - M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 5
- 3× M.2 Slot 2 - M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 2
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 7
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1
- Rear Thunderbolt 4: 2
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, Thunderbolt
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 2× 3.5mm Jack, Optical S/PDIF
- Internal connectors: S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: Flash BIOS button, Clear CMOS button, Smart Button, RJ-45 (LAN) 5Gbps, Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin, 8-pin
- Cooling: number of PWM FAN (4-pin) – 3, Water pump – 1
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion Sensor, RGB LED (4-pin), Temperature sensor, TPM header
Specifications
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Colour
| Code: | AAz890ie1 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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| Manufacturer information |
Micro-Star International Co Ltd. C/O MSI Computer Europe BV, Science Park Eindhoven 5706, 5692 ER, Son, Netherlands, [email protected] The Taiwanese company MSI (Micro-Star International) has earned a solid place in the world of IT, mainly producing motherboards for desktop computers. However, it also produces high quality graphics cards, barebone computers, notebook computers, networking products, servers, and many other computer components. MSI products support the latest technologies and provide the performance necessary for all applications. Recently, the company has begun making a name for itself in the growing segment of gaming notebooks.
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