MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WIFI

The MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WIFI is a premium ATX motherboard designed for Intel CPUs with the LGA 1700 socket, released in October 2022. This motherboard
11 Feb
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The MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WIFI is a premium ATX motherboard designed for Intel CPUs with the LGA 1700 socket, released in October 2022. This motherboard leverages the advanced features of the Intel Z790 chipset, offering a host of features that cater to gamers and professionals seeking high performance and robust connectivity.

Key features of the MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WIFI include:

  • Power and Performance:
    • Equipped with a 19+1+1 phase power design, each phase delivering 105A, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery.
    • Supports DDR5 memory with speeds up to 7600MHz and a maximum capacity of 192GB across four slots, utilizing dual-channel architecture and XMP 3.0 for enhanced performance.
  • Expansion Slots:
    • Offers one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (running at x4), plus one PCIe 3.0 x1 slot.
    • Comprehensive storage options with five M.2 slots supporting PCIe 5.0, PCIe 4.0, NVMe, and SATA, as well as six SATA 3.0 ports.
    • Supports both NVMe and SATA RAID configurations, providing flexibility for various storage needs.
  • Connectivity:
    • Rich selection of USB ports, including:
      • One rear USB 3.x 20Gbps Type-C
      • One rear USB 3.x 10Gbps Type-C
      • Six rear USB 3.x 10Gbps Type-A
      • Two rear USB 3.x 5Gbps Type-A
    • Additional headers for front panel USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and USB 3.2 Type-C.
    • HDMI for integrated graphics output.
  • Networking:
    • Features Intel 2.5Gb LAN for high-speed wired connections.
    • Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth using Intel-based wireless solutions for versatile connectivity options.
  • Audio:
    • Powered by the Realtek ALC4080 chipset, providing high-definition 7.1 channel audio for an immersive sound experience.
  • Cooling and Customization:
    • Equipped with numerous headers for cooling and RGB lighting:
      • Five system fan headers
      • One 12V RGB header and two 5V ARGB headers
    • Includes M.2 heatsinks and comprehensive power heatsinks for optimal thermal performance.
    • Supports on-board MYSTIC LIGHT RGB lighting with various customization options, including front panel LED, logo LED, and I/O shield (armor) LED.
  • Additional Features:
    • Enhanced with UEFI BIOS for easy system management and configuration.
    • Includes TPM header for added security.
    • DrMOS and substantial power heatsinks for better stability and cooling efficiency.

The MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WIFI is designed to cater to high-performance computing needs, offering extensive expansion, connectivity options, and robust power delivery, making it an excellent choice for gamers, content creators, and power users.