Set the foundation of your next PC build with the robust MSI MEG Z790 ACE MAX LGA 1700 E-ATX Gaming Motherboard. Designed to leverage the power of Intel CPUs, the MEG Z790 ACE MAX sports a layout designed to give gaming enthusiasts essential connectivity options ideal for starter builds.

Intel's LGA 1700 socket rests at the heart of the MEG Z790 ACE MAX, allowing you to install a variety of 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors to match your needs. Four DDR5 RAM slots allow you to install up to 192GB of memory to enhance multitasking and render speeds. Four SATA III and five M.2 PCIe SSD interfaces can support a wide range of storage drives that allow quicker data transfer speeds. Connect an array of graphics and utility cards with PCIe 5.0 x16, 5.0 x16 (in x8 mode), and 4.0 x16 (in x4 mode) expansion slots. Between back-panel connections and internal headers, you get several USB 2.0, 3.2 Gen 1, and 3.2 Gen 2 ports, designed for devices such as keyboards, mice, and thumb drives. Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports provide you with up to 40 Gb/s data transfer speeds and video-out capabilities, allowing you to connect resource-demanding devices such as storage drives, interfaces, and more. You also get Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity for wireless peripheral support, giving you a true cable-free experience. Connect to your network with a wired or wireless connection with built-in dual 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports and Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) options, respectively.

E-ATX Form Factor    Z790 Chipset    LGA 1700 Socket    4 x Dual-Channel DDR5 RAM Slots    6 x SATA III, 5 x M.2 PCIe    PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 5.0 x16 (x8)    Wi-Fi 7 | 2.5 GbE | Bluetooth 5.4    USB 2.0, 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 2x2    Thunderbolt 4 | 7.1-Channel Audio Support    Windows 11 Support

Providing you with enhanced performance, the MEG Z790 ACE MAX utilizes several features and electrical designs to optimize your gaming experience with the 24+1+2 Dual Rail Power System across the 8 PCB layers which utilize IT-170 server-grade materials with 2 oz. thickened copper.

Stacked fin array design, aluminum covering, direct-touch cross heat pipes, double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr, aluminum backplate, enlarged PCH heat sink, and 7W/mK thermal pad all work together to ensure your system remains cool under heavy loads. You also get dedicated internal cooling headers designed for fan and liquid coolers.

The GAMING PLUS' PCIe 5.0 x16 slot is backed by proprietary Lightning Gen 4 technology, giving you up to 128 GB/s bandwidth, driving up graphical performance. Integrated Xtreme Memory Profile (XMP) overclocks your memory and ensures proper electrical throughput for greater RAM speeds.

Whether you are a seasoned or a brand-new builder, the MEG Z790 ACE MAX offers several enhancements that are useful to everyone. EZ M.2 Clip makes securing your SSDs quick, easy, and screw-free. Driver Utility Installer keeps your firmware up to date, preventing potential software issues. You also have several other conveniences such as the EZ debug LEDs, Keep Out Zone, XL Clip, and a Pre-installed I/O shield.

Various ingrained systems allow you to fully optimize your gaming experience. MSI Center is a one-stop-shop platform for most of your needs. You can customize your settings with Profile Setting, Fan Center, System Diagnosis, Hardware Monitoring, User Scenario, and True Color settings. You also have various BIOS settings that can be adjusted with EZ-Mode or Advanced Mode along with Resizable Bar, adding even more optimization options for your system.

MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points to support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor also shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference. The advanced Surface Mount Technology (SMT) welding process reduces the defect rate of slot solder joints, electromagnetism, and interference. Combining with exclusive Memory Boost technology allows MSI motherboards to deliver the clean and pure high-frequency DDR5 signal

Ensure your audio is top-notch with an array of high-definition processors, audio capacitors, and jacks designed to deliver immersive audio suitable for your games and media. Isolated audio signal splits channels to prevent crosstalk for an even clearer sound. Protect your ears as you plug and unplug your headset with De-Pop Protection.

Mystic Light allows you to customize your lighting colors and effects to add personality to your system thought the A-RAINBOW V2 header. Ambient Link allows you to synchronize lighting themes with compatible lighting devices outside the case such as wall-mounted lighting panels.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does this support M.2 Gen 5?

A: No, the ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI MOTHRBRD has PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots.

Q: 2. Does the board have the updated bios for intel 14th gen?

A: Unfortunately there is no way of knowing which version of the BIOS any individual ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Gaming Motherboard will ship with.

Q: 3. Is is better to put your programs on the Gen5 drive and put Windows on the slower Gen4 drive?

A: The best performance will be if you install both Windows and the software on the drive in the PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot on the MSI MEG X670E ACE AM5 E-ATX Motherboard.

Q: 4. Does this support unbuffered ECC?

A: ECC support would be CPU dependent for the MSI MEG X670E ACE AM5 E-ATX Motherboard BH #MS670EACE.

Q: 5. which Realtek Audio Codec is used on this board? The generic wording in the specs leads me to believe it's ALC897, but I'd like to know for sure. Thanks.

A: The manufacturer only specifies that it is a 7.1 channel Realtek CODEC.

Q: 6. Will this come with screws for the m.2 nvme ssd?

A: Yes, this MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard comes with the screws to hold the m.2 NVMe SSD.

Q: 7. What PCB Revision is this motherboard?

A: The MSI PRO Z790-S WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard would have the latest PCB version.

Q: 8. Does it support memory DDR5 7400 MHz?

A: The MSI MPG Z790 EDGE WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard BH #MSZ790EDGEWI does not support DDR5 7400MHz RAM.

Q: 9. manufactory says it will support 194 gigs of ram but specs here say 128gigs.Which is right?

A: The MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE LGA 1700 E-ATX Motherboard BH #MSZ790GODLIK supports up to 192GB of RAM, however, for that you would need find 48GB modules which aren't as common.

Q: 10. If i bought a used one, do i still got all accessories just like the new ones?

A: Used items will ship with all the same items as new, unless specifically marked otherwise.