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Review Summary
2022-11-10T05:05:16
Really good quality and was delivered on time and undamaged works great with my computer
NATHAN M.
2021-06-21T04:59:09
A good item and price.
ED A.
2021-06-17T07:22:04
This was my first PC build, and this board aligned with all my expectations and research. It works fine and was easy to install.
MARCY S.
2021-03-25T08:28:57
Came in before expected and works great!
BRUEN C.
2021-03-23T08:20:19
Motherboard was easy to install and instructions were easy to follow. I've had this for about 2 weeks and I have had absolutely no problems so far. This motherboard doesn't come with wifi or bluetooth (yes I knew that) but is still a great price.
Devon N.
2021-03-23T08:16:47
Great. Easy set up. Worked as intended and expected. Looking to get a second one for my other PC.
THOMAS A.
2021-03-19T20:34:28
Board looks fantastic and no issues with connecting to any other parts of my build.
ANDREW S.
2021-01-29T10:20:37
Excellent mother board MSI is a trusted tech company and I love it they make there products great and this mother board outdid my old M.B. by a lot.
Eric H.
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1200
i9
Intel Z490 Chipset
Intel Z490 Chipset
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Dual
4
128
2
Gen 3
3
6
2
1
Front: 1(Gen 1, Type C), 4(Gen 1, Type A)
Rear: 1(Gen 2, Type C), 1(Gen 2, Type A), 2(Gen 1, Type A)
Front: 4
Rear: 2
1
5+ Optical S/PDIF (Realtek ALC1200 Codec)
1
1
12
ATX
Yes
Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Supports 10th Gen Intel Core and Pentium Gold / Celeron processors for LGA1200 socket
4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB
Supports 1R 2133/2666/2933 MHz:
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5000+ MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4500+ MHz
2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz
2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
Supports Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (from CPU)
1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (from PCH, supports x4 mode)
3x PCIe x1 slots (from PCH)
1x HDMI port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @ 30Hz
1x DisplayPort port supports a maximum resolution of 4096 x 2304 @ 60Hz
Supports 2-Way AMD CrossFire Technology
Intel Z490 Chipset:
6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
2x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
M2_2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
Intel Optane Memory Ready 3
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology for Intel Core processors
Intel Z490 Chipset:
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices
Intel Z490 Chipset:
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-A port and 1 Type-C port on the back panel)
7x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4 ports through the internal USB connectors, 1 Type-C internal connector)
6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4 ports through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)
Realtek ALC1200-VD1 Codec:
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
1x Realtek RTL8125B-CG 2.5G LAN Controller
1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C port
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connectors (support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1x 4-pin water pump connector
6x 4-pin system fan connectors
1x front panel audio connector
2x system panel connectors
1x Chassis Intrusion connector
1x Clear CMOS jumper
1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
1x serial port connector
1x TPM module connector
1x TBT connector
PS/2 Combo Port
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (Type-A)
LAN Port
HD Audio Connectors
USB 2.0 Ports
HDMI Port
DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (Type-C)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (Type-A)
Optical S/PDIF OUT
9 mounting holes
ATX Form Factor
12 x 9.6" (30.5 x 24.4cm)
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Motherboard
By NATHAN M.
Really good quality and was delivered on time and undamaged works great with my computer
Good item and price.
By ED A.
A good item and price.
Game In Style
The MPG series brings out the best in gamers by allowing full expression in color with advanced RGB lighting control and synchronization. Experiment on another level of personalization with a front LED strip that provides convenient in-game and real time notifications. With the MPG series, transform your equipment into the center of attention and top leaderboards in style.
Exclusive Features
Core Boost Technology
Combining 8+4 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.
6-Layer PCB
6 layer PCB provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise.
Digital PWM
Highest quality component digital power IC makes sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions.
PCI-E Steel Armor
Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength.
Premium Thermal Solution
Extended Heatsink
MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
Pump Fan Support
Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control.
Heatsinks with 7W/mK Thermal Pad
7W/mK thermal pad provides better heat transfer to the heatsink
High-Speed Transmission
Turbo Boost
Featuring the TURBO USB 3.2 GEN2 10Gbps, with reversible Type-C connector
2.5G Network Solution
Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.
DDR4 Boost
The fully isolated DDR circuit with Interdigital Tabbed Routing to deliver pure data signals and improve signal reliability at high frequencies
Turbo M.2
With 2x M.2 slots. Running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs.
Premium Hardware Design
With years of experience, MSI is no stranger to building high-performance motherboards. Our R&D and engineering teams have reviewed countless designs, evaluated a wide selection of high quality components, and developed products for reliability even under extreme conditions.
Cooling
Extended PWM Heatsink Design: Thermal Solution for More Cores and Higher Performance
With more cores' processors, thermal and power design is more important to make sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed with MSI motherboards.
M.2 Shield Frozr
World's fastest SSDs can start to lower performance when getting hot. Part of the motherboards heatsink design, M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2 thermal solution to avoid this by offering the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance.
Fully Fan Control: Fully Controllable In Bios and Software
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you to check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.
System Cooling: DIY 2.0 - Integrating With the System Environment
Connect and synchronize with MSI coolers and cases with strategically positioned pin-header locations including a dedicated pump-fan header.
Power Solution
Core Boost
Core Boost technology combines MSI's premium layout and digital power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. This creates the perfect conditions for multi-core CPU while doing.
Game Boost: 1-Second Overclocking!
MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance boost you need to get more FPS.
More for Performance:
Load-Line Calibration
What you set, is what you get. LLC makes sure your CPU voltage remains 100% stable under any load. This greatly improves stability when demanding more CPU performance.
Overvoltage Protection
Prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical components.
Digitall Power Design
A fully digital power design allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Creating the perfect conditions for CPU overclocking.
Double Power Connectors
8+4 pin connectors deliver adequate power even for an overclocked multi-core CPU
DIY Friendly
Pre-Installed IO Shielding
Featuring the pre-installed IO shielding, makes your installation process easier and safer. The patent-pending design protect your IO ports and also prevent electrostatic discharge damage, makes your motherboard a strong gaming foundation.
Keep Out Zone
MSI motherboards circuitry ensure the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean, preventing any component contact or damage to the motherboard.
More User Friendly Enhancements:
XL Clip:
The enlarged PCI-E clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier. Keep the PCI-E slot stronger and safer.
EZ Debug LED:
Run into trouble? Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
EZ LED Control:
A built-in LED button on the motherboard to control your light effect. Turn on/off your light in a second!
Atypical PCB: Easy To Arrange Your Cables
Not clever at cable arrangement? MSI Atypical PCB design not only the identity of stylish but also makes SATA and USB cable routing easier. Arranges cable neatly even you are not familiar with system build.
Protection
6 Layers PCB: More Reliable Circuit Transmission
6 PCB layers allows for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds. This is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.
Steel Armor: Fortify Your System With PCI-E Steel Armor
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference.
Double ESD protection: Ultimate Motherboard Protection
Double ESD protection doubles up the grounding layer around the mounting holes, preventing static discharge surges from damaging the motherboard.
Certification: Lightning Gen 4 Support, Ready 4 The Future !!!
MSI Z490 motherboards adopt tons of components, enhanced layout placement and PCB design dedicated for PCI-E Gen 4 solution, ensure the higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds stability, ready 4 the future!
Reinforced PCIe 4.0 slot provides up to 64GB/s transfer bandwidth
Dedicated PCIe 4.0 M.2 connectors for the fastest onboard storage solution
PCIe 4.0 external clock generator provides better PCIe 4.0 overclocking performance
Dedicated switches transfer both PCIe slot and M.2 4.0 signals
Optimized PCB layout fully supports higher bandwidth and transfer speeds for PCIe 4.0
Enhanced Performance
High performance MSI motherboards are loaded with advanced features and the latest technology to overwhelm any challenge at hand no matter whether you're a gamer, prosumer, or PC enthusiast.
Memory
DDR4 Boost: Extreme Stability & Compatibility Testing
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what. Our memory partners include brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.Skill and many more to optimize memory modules, configurations and even improve overclocking.
DDR4 Enhancement: A Huge Step of DDR Performance
MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. Compare to Z390 motherboard memory XMP profile, MSI does have great improvement on performance and efficiency for Z490 motherboards. Easy to enable XMP profile with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
XMP: Easy Overclocking With XMP Profile
The XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. It is easy to enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
Connectivity
MSI motherboards are built with a variety of connectors to satisfy gamers. Enhanced audio, advanced LAN networking capabilities, USB and Mystic Light turn any gaming experience into an immerse one.
Networking
2.5G LAN: High-Bandwidth and Low-Latency Network
2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than general Gigabit LAN. This is a premium solution for demanding users.
LAN Manager: Optimize Online Gaming Traffic For Lower Latency!
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.