MSI MEG Z790 ACE E-ATX Motherboard
The MSI MEG Z790 ACE E-ATX Motherboard is a high-end, feature-rich motherboard designed to cater to the demands of enthusiasts and power users. With support for Intel Core 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen processors, as well as Intel Pentium Gold and Celeron processors, this motherboard offers incredible flexibility in choosing your CPU. It features the LGA 1700 socket and is based on the INTEL Z790 chipset, ensuring compatibility with the latest technologies and performance improvements. In terms of form factor, the MEG Z790 ACE is an E-ATX motherboard, providing a spacious platform for building a high-performance desktop system. Its dimensions of 277mm x 304.8mm offer ample space for accommodating multiple components and expansion cards. For those who demand robust graphics capabilities, the motherboard offers a Type-C DisplayPort that supports a maximum resolution of 4K at 60Hz. This allows for immersive gaming and content creation experiences. In addition, it supports Windows 11 64-bit and Windows 10 64-bit, ensuring compatibility with the latest operating systems. One of the standout features of this motherboard is its extensive connectivity options. It includes USB ports galore, with 4 USB 2.0 ports at the front, 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports at the front, and 7 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports at the rear. Furthermore, it boasts 2 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C ports at the front, providing high-speed data transfer and charging capabilities. Storage options are also abundant, with support for 5 M.2 slots and 6 SATA 6G ports. These offer flexibility in configuring your storage setup, and the motherboard supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for both SATA and M.2 NVMe storage devices. For network connectivity, the motherboard is equipped with 2 Intel 2.5Gbps LAN ports and features Intel Wi-Fi 6E with MU-MIMO support, ensuring lightning-fast and reliable internet connections. Audio is not overlooked either, as the MEG Z790 ACE features a Realtek ALC4082 Codec paired with an ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA, providing 7.1-channel USB high-performance audio with support for S/PDIF output and up to 32-bit/384KHz playback on the front panel.
MSI MEG Z790 ACE Motherboard Features
- Broad CPU Compatibility: This motherboard supports a wide range of Intel processors, including the latest 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Intel Core CPUs, as well as Intel Pentium Gold and Celeron processors. It utilizes the LGA 1700 socket.
- Powerful Chipset: Based on the Intel Z790 chipset, the motherboard ensures compatibility with the latest technologies and provides a solid foundation for performance and connectivity.
- E-ATX Form Factor: With its E-ATX form factor, the motherboard provides ample space for multiple components and expansion cards, making it ideal for high-end gaming and content creation setups.
- PCI-E Slots: It features 3 PCI-E X16 slots for graphics cards and other expansion cards. PCI_E1 and PCI_E2 support PCIe 5.0, offering high-speed data transfer, while PCI_E3 supports PCIe 4.0.
- DDR5 Memory Support: The motherboard supports DDR5 memory with four UDIMM slots. It offers a wide range of memory frequencies, including overclocked speeds, supporting up to 192GB of RAM.
- Impressive Graphics: The motherboard features a Type-C DisplayPort that supports a maximum resolution of 4K at 60Hz, making it a great choice for gaming and 4K content creation.
- Rich Connectivity: It offers an extensive selection of USB ports, including USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen1 ports at the front and USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A and Type C ports at the rear. This ensures fast data transfer and charging options.
- M.2 and SATA Support: With 5 M.2 slots and 6 SATA 6G ports, the motherboard offers multiple storage configuration options. It supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for both SATA and M.2 NVMe storage devices.
- Wireless Connectivity: Equipped with an Intel Wi-Fi 6E module, the motherboard offers fast and reliable wireless connections. It also supports Bluetooth 5.3, FIPS, and FISMA for enhanced wireless communication.
- High-Performance Audio: Featuring a Realtek ALC4082 Codec and ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA, the motherboard provides 7.1-channel USB high-performance audio with support for S/PDIF output and high-quality playback.
- Back Panel Features: The back panel includes a Clear CMOS button, Flash BIOS button, dual 2.5G LAN ports, Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps Type-C, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectors, and audio connectors, ensuring a complete set of options.
- Additional Features: The motherboard comes with a range of internal I/O ports, a power connector, fan headers, addressable RGB LED connectors, and V-Check Point for monitoring. It also includes a 3-year warranty, offering peace of mind.
