MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI
MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI
The MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI motherboard, featuring the Intel Z790 chipset and Intel 1700 socket, offers a comprehensive solution for builds with 14th, 13th, and 12th generation Intel Core processors that demand high performance, stability, and modern connectivity, including integrated Wi-Fi 6E. The primary PCIe 5.0 ×16 slot with Steel Armor technology offers double the bandwidth of the previous generation and is reinforced with additional soldering points to securely hold heavy graphics cards. This ATX format motherboard combines advanced cooling, extensive connectivity options, and support for modern technologies for demanding gamers and advanced users alike.
Intel Z790
Chipset
Intel 1700
Socket
ATX
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI motherboard
- Supports 14th, 13th, and 12th generation Intel Core processors with an advanced 14+1+1 phase Duet Rail Power System and dual 8-pin connectors for stable performance
- DDR5 memory up to 7200MHz provides excellent system performance and stability with SMT soldering, Memory Boost technology, and Intel XMP 3.0 support
- Extended cooling with M.2 Shield Frozr and 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads maintains optimal temperatures
- PCIe 5.0 slot with MSI Steel Armor technology and four M.2 slots with a Lightning Gen 4 x4 interface offer high throughput of 128GB/s
- Integrated Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and an Intel 2.5G LAN card provide high-speed wireless and wired connectivity
- Enhanced features for easy PC building, including EZ M.2 Clip, Flash BIOS Button, MSI Driver Utility Installer, and an intuitive BIOS interface, simplify installation and configuration
Powerful power delivery and cooling
The motherboard uses a powerful power system with a total of sixteen phases, ensuring a stable power supply even under high processor load. An extended heatsink covers the upper part of the power circuits and increases the surface area for heat dissipation, while the 7W/mK thermal pads on the MOSFET circuits and additional pads on the chokes maintain optimal temperatures during long-term operation. M.2 Shield Frozr technology protects the M.2 SSD from overheating and ensures consistent performance, and the chipset heatsink reduces noise and is designed to limit dust build-up while maintaining high efficiency. Strategically placed fan headers, including a dedicated water pump header supporting up to 3A, enable effective cooling management for the entire system.
Fast storage and memory
The motherboard features four DDR5 memory slots with overclocking support up to 7200MHz via Intel XMP 3.0 profiles, while advanced SMT soldering technology for the slots minimises electromagnetic interference and ensures a clean high-frequency signal. For data storage, there are four M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 ×4 support and six SATA III ports, with the EZ M.2 Clip making it easy to install an M.2 SSD without a screwdriver.
Connectivity and networking options
The rear panel offers extensive port options, including one USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port with a transfer speed of 20Gb/s, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port with a speed of 10Gb/s, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, and four USB 2.0 ports for connecting peripherals. Networking is handled by an Intel 2.5Gb/s LAN port and a pre-installed Wi-Fi 6E module with Bluetooth 5.3 support, which offers speeds of up to 2.4Gb/s and covers the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz frequency bands. For display output, there are HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports with support for 4K resolution at 60Hz, while audio output is provided by a Realtek ALC897 codec with support for 7-channel sound.
Port equipment
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 6
- Number of M.2: 4
- 2 × M.2 Slot: M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- 2 × M.2 Slot: M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4 / SATA
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2: 1
- Rear USB 2.0: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 1
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Audio
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 6× 3.5mm Jack
Other
- Rear: Flash BIOS button, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna, PS/2
- Power: 1× 24-pin, 2× 8-pin
- Cooling: 1× CPU Fan, 1× Pump Fan, 6× System Fan (PWM)
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion Sensor, 2× Addressable V2 RGB LED, 2× RGB LED, TPM 2.0, USB 4 header, Thunderbolt header
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it's important to pay particular attention to the motherboard's socket type, format, and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the remaining connectors dictate the other components you'll need for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
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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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