Get your next gaming build off on the right foot with the MSI MPG Z790 EDGE WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard. Offering robust connectivity and customization options, the MPG sets a solid foundation for your next system.

With the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, you can install a range of 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core processors, giving you full access to a wide range of performance enhancements. Four DDR5 RAM slots allow you to install up to 128GB of memory with speeds up to 7200 MHz when overclocked, giving you enhanced render and multitasking capabilities. Amass an array of storage drives for your media and games with seven SATA III ports as well as five M.2 interfaces. Install a variety of graphics and utility cards with one PCIe 5.0 x16, one PCIe 4.0 (in x4 mode), and one PCIe 3.0 x1 slots. Between the back panel and internal headers, you get access to USB 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 2x2 ports, allowing you to use resource-demanding peripherals such as external storage drives, audio interfaces, and more. Bluetooth 5.2 technology allows you to use wireless devices such as mice and headsets for a cable-free experience. Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN allow you to use either wireless or wired networking solutions so you can download your games, access your cloud storage, and enjoy your favorite streaming media.

16 Cores & 24 Threads    3.4 GHz P-Core Clock Speed    5.4 GHz Maximum Turbo Boost Frequency    LGA 1700 Socket    30MB Cache Memory    ATX Form Factor    Intel Z790 Chipset    4 x Dual-Channel DDR5 Slots    7 x SATA III, 5 x M.2    1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 & 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot

The MPG leverages a 16+1+1 duet rail system to ensure proper electrical layout and throughput for your system. Six PCB layers with 2oz thickened copper materials and sever-grade materials add reliability, ensuring optimized circuit transmission.

Ensure your system is properly cooled to maintain optimal performance with an extended VRM heatsink, direct-touch heat pipe, 7W/mK thermal pad, and enlarged PCH heatsink. Enhanced M.2 Thermal layout with M.2 Shield Frozr technology prevents performance throttling by dissipating heat quickly.

A variety of user-friendly enhancements allow seasoned and new builders to get their system off the ground easier, streamlining the installation processes. Screwless M.2 storage removes screws and allows quick storage installation. Clear CMOS and Flash BIOS buttons allow you to update the motherboard to keep your hardware up to date. Additionally, you get a variety of improvements including a pre-installed I/O shield, EZ Debug LEDs, EZ LED Control, Keep Out Zone, and XL Clip.

A single PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slot offers enhanced data transfer speeds suitable for powerful graphics cards and uses MSI's Steel Armor covering which reinforces the slot to handle larger and heavier cards.

Incorporating an isolated audio signal that is separated at the PCB level to prevent audio crosstalk, the MPG ensures deep and immersive audio for your games and streaming media. High quality audio capacitors empower the audio jacks and S/PDIF connectors with improved sound for your headsets and speakers. You also get De-pop protection, dedicated headphone amplifier, and a high-performance ALC4080 audio processor for greater audio quality.

Splash on some color and vibrant RGB lighting effects using MSI Mystic Light with 16.8 million colors and fancy LED effects. MSI Mystic Light provides you complete control of RGB lighting of your PC in one software.

The MPG includes a wide range of BIOS and software programs that offer various enhancements with MSI Center. You get access to Mystic Light, True Color, User Scenario, Hardware Monitoring, Profile Setting, Fan Center, and System Diagnosis so you can fine-tune your entire system from a single interface.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How much noise does the fan make when on idle and load?

A: This would be fairly very quite.

Q: 2. what is the differnce between this one and Intel Core i9-11900K 3.5 GHz Eight-Core LGA 1200 Processor? from what I can see everything is the same other than 3.6 clock speed for i7 but i9 is 3.5 and 5.2 ghz boost.

A: This model is clock unlocked so the frequency is more variable.

Q: 3. Will this CPU work with the MSI H510I PRO WIFI LGA 1200 Mini-ITX Motherboard?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-11700K is compatible with the MSI H510I PRO WIFI LGA 1200 Mini-ITX Motherboard.

Q: 4. What is the difference in the i7-10700k processors between the standard edition and the Marvel Avengers Special?

A: Hi Dalene, The Marvel Avengers edition comes in a special limited edition box with new artwork by Tristan Eaton and limited edition collectible card in the box. Thank you for choosing Intel.

Q: 5. Hello. I've noticed this on the box : "Game not included". Therefore, you write "One game (59.99$) included". Could you help me understand ?

A: The processor packaging itself does in fact not include the game in the box - there is a commemorative card. If you purchase this item, you will also receive a game as part of a bundle.

Q: 6. Does this motherboard have wifi in it?

A: Unfortunately, this board does not contain Wifi.

Q: 7. This motherboard supports 5600G out of the box??

A: Please note that if the board is received with a Ryzen 5000 ready sticker on the box, it will not require a bios update.

Q: 8. What is the manufacturer and model for the 1TB SSD, and for the 2 * 8GB DIMMs?

A: The included drives and ram are not specified.

Q: 9. Will this work for 5600 out of the box (not the G or X)? I'm seeing some reviews that say yes (if it has the updated packaging) and no (if it's outdated).

A: Unfortunately we can not determine the BIOS version of a specific unit before it is shipped.

Q: 10. Will this motherboard support Ryzen 9 5950x out of the box or a BIOS update is required?

A: It might require it, depending when it was manufactured. The MSI MPG X570 GAMING PRO CARBON WIFI AM4 ATX Motherboard BH #MSMPGX570GPC does offer BIOS flashback so you would be able to update it without the CPU installed.