MSI MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard
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MSI MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard

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What processors is the MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard compatible with?

The MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard is compatible with both 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core Processors, Pentium Gold, and Celeron Processors.

What is the maximum data transfer speed of the MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard?

The motherboard features Lightning Gen 5, the latest PCIe 5.0 solution, offering a maximum data transfer speed with a bandwidth of up to 128GB/s.

What wireless connectivity options does the MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard offer?

The motherboard supports Wi-Fi 6E, the latest wireless solution that supports the 6GHz spectrum, Mu-MIMO, and BSS color technology, delivering speeds of up to 2400Mbps. It also features a premium 2.5G LAN for an enhanced network experience.

Does the MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard have any unique design features?

Yes, the motherboard has a premium thermal design featuring a heavy plated MOSFET heatsink with a heat-pipe and high-quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads. It also includes a screwless M.2 Shield Frozr for easy installation or uninstallation of your M.2 and Shield Frozr.

What customization options does the MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard offer?

The motherboard comes with MSI Center Features like Gaming Mode, Smart Priority, Game Highlights, and more, allowing you to customize your gaming experience to your liking.

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MSI MPG Z790 Carbon Specifications

  • CPU

    Supports 12th/ 13th Gen Intel CoreTM Processors, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
    Processor socket LGA1700

  • Chipset

    Intel Z790 Chipset

  • Memory

    4x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 128GB
    Supports 1R 4800 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)

    Maxoverclocking frequency:
    1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6666+ MHz
    1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
    2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
    2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz

    Supports Intel XMP3.0 OC
    Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory

  • Expansion Slots

    2x PCIe x16 slots:

    PCI_E1 slot (From CPU)
    Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16
    PCI_E3 slot (From Z790 chipset)
    PCI_E3 supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4

    PCIe x1 slot:
    PCI_E2 slot (From Z790 chipset)
    PCI_E2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x1

  • Onboard Graphics

    HDMI 2.1 with HDR port, supports a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz

  • SATA Ports

    6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
    SATA5-8 (From Z790 chipset)
    SATAA1-A2 (From ASM1061)

  • M.2 SSD Slots

    5x M.2 slots (Key M)
    M2_1 slot (From CPU)
    Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
    Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
    M2_2 slot (From CPU)
    Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4
    Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
    M2_3 slot (From Z790 chipset)
    Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
    Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
    M2_4 slot (From Z790 chipset)

  • M.2 SSD Slots (Contd.)

    Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
    Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
    M2_5 slot (From Z790 chipset)
    Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
    Support up to SATA 6Gb/s
    Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices

  • RAID

    Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
    Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 , RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices

  • Audio

    Realtek ALC4080 Codec:
    7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
    Supports S/PDIF output

  • LAN

    Intel I226V 2.5Gbps LAN controller

  • Wi-Fi & Bluetooth

    Intel Wi-Fi 6E:
    The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
    Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
    Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
    Supports Bluetooth 5.2, FIPS, FISMA

  • Power Connectors

    24-pin ATX main power connector
    2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors

  • Internal USB Connectors

    USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port (From Z790 chipset)

    USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (From Z790 chipset)
    Supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports

    2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (From Hub-GL850G)
    Supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

  • Fan Connectors

    4-pin CPU fan connector
    4-pin water-pump fan connector
    5x 4-pin system fan connectors

  • System Connectors

    Front panel audio connector
    2x System panel connectors
    Chassis Intrusion connector
    TPM module connector
    Tuning controller connector
    TBT connector (Supports RTD3)

  • Jumpers

    Clear CMOS jumper
    Safe Boot jumper

  • LED Features

    EZ LED Control switch
    2-Digit Debug Code LED
    4x EZ Debug LED
    4-pin RGB LED connector
    2x 3-pin ARGB Gen2 LED connectors

  • Back Panel Connectors

    Clear CMOS button
    Flash BIOS button
    Smart button
    2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset)
    HDMI port
    6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset & GL3590 Hub)
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port (From Z790 chipset)
    USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port (From Asmedia ASM3242)
    LAN (RJ45) jack
    2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
    5x Audio jacks
    Optical S/PDIF Out connector

  • I/O Controller

    NUVOTON NCT6687D-M Controller Chip

  • Hardware Monitor

    CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection
    CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
    CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control

  • Form Factor

    ATX Form Factor
    12 x 9.6" (30.5 x 24.4cm)

  • BIOS Features

    256 Mb flash
    UEFI AMI BIOS
    ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5
    Multi-language

  • Software

    Drivers
    MSI Center
    Intel Extreme Tuning Utility
    MSI APP Player (BlueStacks)
    CPU-Z MSI GAMING
    Norton 360 for Gamers
    AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition
    Tile

  • UPC Code

    824142301562

About MSI MPG Z790 Carbon

Just imagine the power and speed at your fingertips with the high-performance MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard. Designed for serious gamers, this advanced motherboard supports both 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core Processors, Pentium Gold, and Celeron Processors, ensuring reliable and robust performance for your gaming needs.

Experience the future of gaming with Lightning Gen 5, the latest PCIe 5.0 solution, offering an impressive bandwidth of up to 128GB/s for maximum transfer speed. The MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi motherboard also boasts a DDR performance enhancement, equipped with the latest DDR5 memory and MSI's innovative Memory Boost Technology.

Stay connected with Wi-Fi 6E, the latest wireless solution that supports the 6GHz spectrum, Mu-MIMO, and BSS color technology, delivering lightning-fast speeds of up to 2400Mbps. The motherboard also features a premium 2.5G LAN for an enhanced network experience.

Enjoy faster data transfer with the built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, offering a transmission speed of 20Gbps, which is four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1. The motherboard's Memory Boost technology ensures the best performance, stability, and compatibility by delivering pure data signals.

The MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi motherboard is designed with a premium thermal design, featuring a heavy plated MOSFET heatsink with a heat-pipe and high-quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads. It also includes extra choke thermal pads and an onboard M.2 Shield Frozr for efficient cooling.

The motherboard's user-friendly design includes a screwless M.2 Shield Frozr, allowing for easy installation or uninstallation of your M.2 and Shield Frozr without the need for tools and screws. With MSI Center Features like Gaming Mode, Smart Priority, Game Highlights, and more, you can customize your gaming experience to your liking.

The MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi motherboard also offers robust audio support with Audio Boost 5 and RGB support with Mystic Light, Mystic Light Extension (RGB), and Mystic Light Extension (ARGB Gen2). With the Click BIOS 5, you can easily manage and optimize your system settings. Experience the ultimate gaming performance with the MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard.

MSI MPG Z790 Carbon Features

  • MPG Z790 CARBON Wi-Fi Motherboard supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core Processors
  • Lightning Gen 5 is the latest PCIe 5.0 solution with up to 128GB/s bandwidth and provides maximum transfer speed
  • Premium 2.5G LAN to deliver better network experience
  • Memory Boost technology delivers pure data signals for the best performance
  • The patent-pending design provides the easiest way of M.2 installation

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Key Features

  • MPG Z790 CARBON Wi-Fi Motherboard supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core Processors
  • Lightning Gen 5 is the latest PCIe 5.0 solution with up to 128GB/s bandwidth
  • Premium 2.5G LAN to deliver better network experience
  • Memory Boost technology delivers pure data signals for the best performance
  • The patent-pending design provides the easiest way of M.2 installation

What's in the box:

  • MSI MPG Z790 Carbon Wi-Fi LGA 1700 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Gaming Motherboard
  • 3x EZ M.2 Clip
  • Wi-Fi Antenna
  • Cable Sticker
  • USB Drive
  • 2x SATA Cables
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • European Union Regulatory Notice
  • MSI 3 Year Limited Warranty