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Designed to host 12th, 13th and 14th generation Intel Core hybrid processors on Intel LGA 1700 sockets, the MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI motherboard will serve as a solid foundation for a configuration focused on performance and productivity. Efficient and durable, MSI PRO Series motherboards guarantee less need for troubleshooting and a longer lifespan.
The 14? generation Intel Core processors for desktop PCs offer the most complete platform for using the gaming technologies you want. Support for DDR4 and DDR5 gives you the choice of memory configuration. Support for Thunderbolt 4 technology offers a quick and easy way to connect peripherals. Push your machine further than the max: Enhanced overclocking on both sets of cores for performance at your level. You can play and stream as much as you want at the same time.
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General information |
Product name |
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI |
Brand |
MSI | |
Model |
PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI | |
Processor |
Processor support |
Intel 1700 |
Number of CPUs supported |
1 | |
Chipset |
Chipset |
Intel Z790 Express |
Memory |
Memory format |
4 X DIMM 288 pins (DDR5) |
Memory Frequency(ies) |
DDR5 7600 MHz | |
| DDR5 7400 MHz | ||
| DDR5 7800 MHz | ||
| DDR5 7200 MHz | ||
| DDR5 7000 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6800 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6600 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6400 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6200 MHz | ||
| DDR5 6000 MHz | ||
| DDR5 4800 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5000 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5200 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5400 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5600 MHz | ||
| DDR5 5800 MHz | ||
Memory type |
DDR5 | |
Memory technology |
Dual Channel | |
Maximum RAM capacity per slot |
48 GB | |
Maximum RAM capacity |
192 GB | |
Graphic |
Integrated graphics controller |
No |
Compatible graphics core integrated in the CPU |
Yes | |
Graphics chipset |
None | |
Expansion slots |
Graphic connector(s) |
1 X PCI Express 4.0 x16 (x4) |
| 1 X PCI Express 5.0 x16 | ||
Number and Type of slots |
1 X PCI Express 3.0 x16 (x1) | |
| 1 X PCI Express 3.0 x1 | ||
Multi-GPU type |
None | |
Audio |
Audio Chipset |
Realtek ALC4080 |
Number of audio channels |
8 | |
Network |
Number of ports/Ethernet controler |
Intel i225-V |
Network standard(s) |
Wi-Fi 7 | |
| Bluetooth 5.4 | ||
| 2.5 Gbps Gigabit Ethernet (2.5 GbE) | ||
Wi-Fi |
Yes | |
Storage |
RAID supported |
Yes |
Hard drives connectors |
2 X M.2 - PCI-E 4.0 x4 + SATA 6 Gb/s | |
| 6 X Serial ATA 6Gb/s (SATA Revision 3) | ||
| 2 X M.2 - PCI-E 4.0 x4 | ||
Number of M.2 slot(s) |
4 | |
Supported RAID Modes |
10 | |
| 5 | ||
| 1 | ||
| 0 | ||
Connectivity |
Motherboard connector location |
Standard connectors (on the motherboard) |
Rear panel connectors |
2 X USB 2.0 | |
| 2 X USB 3.0 | ||
| 3 X USB 3.1 | ||
| 1 X USB 3.2 Type C | ||
| 1 X DisplayPort Female | ||
| 1 X HDMI Female | ||
| 1 X RJ45 Female | ||
| 1 X Digital audio S/PDIF Optical | ||
| 5 X 3.5mm Jack Female Stereo | ||
| 2 X SMA | ||
| BIOS Flash Update | ||
Additional connectors |
1 X LED RGB connector(s) | |
| 3 X Addressable LED RGB connector(s) | ||
| Front panel audio | ||
| Chassis intrusion | ||
| 2 X +12V (Power supply P8) | ||
| 1 X ATX 24 Pin | ||
| 4 X Internal USB 2.0 | ||
| 2 X Internal USB 3.0 | ||
| 1 X Internal USB 3.1 Type C | ||
Physical characteristics |
Motherboard format |
ATX |
Length |
304.8 mm | |
Width |
243.84 mm | |
Equipment |
Advanced overclocking features |
Yes |
Use |
Gaming | |
| Multimedia | ||
| Office | ||
LED |
No | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 2 years
|
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions
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Safety Information |
Responsible person |
MSI Computer Europe B.V |
Postal address |
Science Park Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son, the Netherlands | |
Electronic Address |
gpsr@msi.com |
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Product referenced on 17 Oct 2023
I think it's far from being the only CM to do this, but I ended up with a CPU power setpoint equal to the default setting in the BIOS. I wouldn't advise against using the card, but you have to go and change things straight away to avoid tiring out the components connected to it.
There's nothing to say about the quality of this motherboard. What's more, the wifi module is very powerful. MSI remains a safe bet.
This motherboard does its job well, between the black, the metal grey and the white with my case, I think the result is top-notch.
Bad surprise when installing the system, only Bluetooth works, it took me 2 hours of research to get the answer.
I switched to Windows 11 and everything works perfectly.
Apparently all Z cards are affected.
LDLC should mention this to avoid wasting time.
I was looking for a CM to switch to DDR5 without too much fuss: contract fulfilled.
There are enough USB and M.2 ports for my needs. The components on the card are always good quality from MSI, so that's no surprise.
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