MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI II

MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI II employs a carbon black color scheme and reflection decoration over Mysticlight RGB lighting to show a different identity. It is also powerful inside by featuring Wi-Fi 7 solution, optimized DDR5 circuit, and the latest PCIe 5.0 M.2 with Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr, making this motherboard one of the best Z790 ATX motherboards for Intel^® next Gen and 13th Gen Core processors.

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TOOL-FREE M.2 INSTALLATION

Industrial first Magnetic with patented Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr & EZ M.2 Clip provide the easiest way for M.2 Installation.

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EZ Antenna

Pre-installed I/O Shield

Keep Out Zone Printing

XL Clip

THERMAL DESIGNCONNECTIVITYDIY FRIENDLY

PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION

Extended Heatsink with Heat-pipe

M.2 Shield Frozr

7W/mK MOSFET Thermal Pads

Enlarged Chipset Heatsink

HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION

2.5G LAN

Lightning USB 20G

Latest Wi-Fi 7

1x PCI-E 5.0 M.2 Slot

Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E

Latest DDR5 Memory

4x PCI-E 4.0 M.2 Slots

EASY TO USE, STABLE AND DURABLE

Pre-installed I/O Shield

Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr

Steel Armor

19+1+1 Phases VRM Power

8-Layer Server Grade PCB

with 2oz Thickened Copper

HARDWARE

HARDWARE

• COOLING
• POWER SOLUTION
• PROTECTION
• COOLING OVERVIEWWATER COOLINGFULLY FAN CONTROLSYSTEM COOLING

1. Extended Heatsink
2. Extended Heatsink enlarges the surface of heat dissipation, ensuring even high-end processors to run in full speed.
3. Direct Touch Heat-pipe
4. Connecting two MOS heatsinks to enlarge the surface of heat dissipation.
5. M.2 Shield Frozr
6. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
7. 7W/mK Thermal Pad
8. High quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and extra choke thermal pads ensure all cores running in high performance.
9. Enhanced M.2 Thermal
10. Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr and Enlarged heatsink desing keep M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling.
11. Enlarged PCH Heatsink
12. The enlarged heatsink design to reduce dust and noise as well as maintain high heat dissipation efficiency.

OPTIMIZED FOR WATER COOLING

Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water cooling solutions on the market. A dedicated water pump PIN header supports up to 3 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked ‘keep-out-zone’ allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit.

— TESTED TO WORK BEST WITH —

CONTROL IN ONE CLICK

FROZR AI COOLING

AUTO DETECT YOUR FAN

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MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans in BIOS and software with a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.

Detecting CPU & GPU temperatures and automatically adjusting fan duty of system fans to a proper value by adopting MSI AI ENGINE.

MSI fan headers automatically detect fans running in DC or PWM mode for optimal tuning of fan speeds and silence. Hysteresis also makes your fans spin up fluently to make sure your system stays silent, no matter what.

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.

FOR CPU COOLER

FOR WATERBLOCK COOLER

FOR TOP SYSTEM FAN

FOR FRONT SYSTEM FAN

FOR REAR SYSTEM FAN

• STRUCTUREPCB DESIGNEZ OC TUNINGMORE FOR PERFORMANCE

DIRECT 19+1+1 PHASES POWER DESIGN

Unleash and sustain the maximum performance with a flagship VRM design built with a total of Direct 19+1+1 Power Phases. Combining dual power connectors and 105A Smart Power Stage, MPG Z790 CARBON MAX WIFI is ready for the challenge of high-end processors.

19

PHASE

VCPU Power

SPS 105A

1

PHASE

GT

POWER

1

PHASE

AUX

POWER

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DIGITALL POWER DESIGN

A fully digital power design allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision.

DOUBLE POWER CONNECTORS

Two 8-pin connectors deliver adequate power even for an overclocked multi-core CPU.

CORE BOOST

Premium layout not only support the multi-core CPU, also create the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.

OPTIMIZED PCB SOLUTION

The PCB design has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds, which is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.

• 8 PCB layers
• IT-170 Server-grade PCB material
• 2oz Thickened Copper

P-CORE BEYOND 6GHZ+

To unleash the exceptional performance of Core i9-14900K processor, MSI P-Core Beyond 6GHz+ function enables effortless 1-core / 2-core Turbo Boost beyond 6GHz with a single click, delivering extreme performance effortlessly.

1-SECOND OVERCLOCKING!

LOAD-LINE CALIBRATION

OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION

MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance boost you need to get more FPS.

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.

Prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical components.

• TVSSOLID PIN DESIGNSTAINLESS STEEL IOOCP PROTECTIONGROUNDING STRUCTURE

TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SUPPRESSORS (TVS)

Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are safety devices used to protect against excessive voltage. All motherboard models of MSI are equipped with TVS. When the voltage abnormally rises, the TVS switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state, diverting the excessive voltage to ground. This helps prevent circuit damage caused by high voltage.

SOLID PIN DESIGN

The 4-pin, 8-pin, and 24-pin power connectors of MSI motherboards are all designed with solid pins. The solid pin design allows for a more stable transmission of 12V power to the CPU, even when handling high current loads.

ADVANTAGES OF SOLID PIN POWER CONNECTOR

• Improved stability : Larger contact area enhances stability during power delivery.
• Low impedance : Solid pins offer low impedance, enabling efficient power flow.
• Strong durability : The solid pin design ensures strong durability, capable of withstanding demanding conditions.
• Suitable for high-current applications.

ANTI-CORROSIVE STAINLESS STEEL IO SHIELD

An extra layer of sponge materials along with corrosive resistance IO Shield to help improve static electricity and reduce electromagnetic radiation noise from the system as well as much more durable compare to traditional IO Shields.

* The image above is an illustrative reference. Please refer to specification pages for more details.

OVER CURRENT PROTECTION

MSI motherboards prioritize safety with the embedded Overcurrent Protection (OCP), ensuring crucial components such as the USB ports, DDR memory, PWM IC, and CPU are shielded from excessive current. This proactive defense mechanism curtails the risk of damage or malfunction due to power surges, promoting long-term system stability. This commitment to safeguarding your hardware underscores MSI's dedication to producing motherboards that prioritize durability and stability.

CPU / PWM IC

DDR memory Slots

Rear & Front USB ports

THE GROUNDING STRUCTURE OF POWER PHASES

The grounding structure of power phases is the MSI's exclusive design. This patented design enables to suppress the electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by the power phases and helps to efficiently conduct heat to the copper plane with grounding properties.

PERFORMANCE

PERFORMANCE

• EXPANSION
• MEMORY
• BIOS & SOFTWARE
• LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-ESTORAGEUSB

LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E WITH STEEL ARMOR

LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E

Doubling over the previous generation, the bandwidth of a x16 interface can reach 128GB/s.

SMT PCIE 5.0 SLOT

The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCIE slot diminish interference and electrical noise, fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal.

REINFORCED,

HEAVY SOLDERED CONNECTIONS

Secure to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards.

FAST AND FUTURE-READY STORAGE

MSI MPG series motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Start games faster, load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies.

1x 128 Gbps

4x 64 Gbps

6x 6 Gbps

LIGHTNING USB 20GFRONT USB TYPE-C

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DOUBLE BANDWIDTH WITH LIGHTNING USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 20G

Using USB 3.2 devices has never been faster! MPG Z790 series motherboards offer a wide variety of options to connect and boost your USB devices, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the Rear USB Type-C.

USB FRONT TYPE-C

MSI gaming motherboards support USB Front Type-C that allows gamers to connect with the latest USB devices. Built up a system with MSI PC case to have the most convenient experience.

• DDR5XMPMEMORY EXTENSION MODE

LATEST DDR5 MEMORY WITH SMT SLOT

A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MPG Z790 CARBON MAX WIFI is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.

The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) 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.

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.

MEMORY EXTENSION MODE

Memory Extension Mode provides optimized memory parameters for enhanced capability at the same frequency, achieving lower latency and higher performance. Furthermore, Memory Extension Mode can combine XMP profiles to maximize memory frequency, enabling users to effortlessly discover the best configuration based on their requirements.

Performance Mode, Benchmark Mode, and Memtest Mode provide users with the flexibility to swiftly identify the ideal configuration tailored to their requirements and memory overclocking capabilities.

• MSI CENTERCLICK BIOS 5AIDA64NORTON 360RESIZABLE BAR

MSI brand new MSI Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application. Take control of advanced motherboards features and unleash endless possibilities.

Mystic Light

True Color

User Scenario

Hardware Monitoring

Profile Setting

Fan Center

System Diagnosis

Create your own colorful masterpiece with ease. Splash any color you want with just a few clicks!

Optimized monitor’s brightness and color in several modes for different situation, you can also customize by yourself.

One click for setting your computer, even customize own profile as your preference.

Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time.

Tune select motherboard settings in the OC Setting menu, where options to boost core performance and optimize system cooling are presented in an intuitive interface.

Assume complete control of your fans with Fan Center. Set up to four CPU temperature targets and the motherboard will adjust fan speeds automatically.

Restore and backup your MSI storage devices in one click to provide stable system usage, you can even monitor the storage status to prevent system crash or data missing.

Get more from a loaded BIOS designed for ease of use. Fine-tune the motherboard for gaming performance, efficiency, or overclocking world records!

EZ-MODEADVANCED MODE

• XMP
• Choose from a preset XMP profile and automatically overclock compatible DDR memory.
• VMD (VOLUME MANAGEMENT DEVICE)
• Enable direct control and management of NVMe SSDs from the PCIe bus without additional hardware adaptors.
• M-FLASH
• Conveniently flash or upgrade the BIOS in a few minutes from the CMOS Setup Utility.
• HARDWARE MONITOR
• Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time including temperature, memory capacity, clock speed, and voltage.
• MEMORY TRY IT
• Get extreme speed out of your system memory and get more performance.
• SEARCH & FAVORITES
• A permanent search & favorite option in the top right corner moves you through the BIOS menus quickly.

EXCLUSIVE UI OF AIDA64 EXTREME

MSI motherboards provide 60 days free trial of AIDA64 Extreme - MSI edition. AIDA64 Extreme is an almighty application for system information, diagnostics and benchmarks. With the application, you can monitor the detailed hardware and software information on PC and save it to file in multiple formats such as CSV and HTML.

OPT-IN TO CYBER SAFETY WITH NORTON 360 DELUXE

Multiple layers of protection for your devices, online privacy features including our Secure VPN, plus Dark Web Monitoring - all in a single solution. With MSI motherboards, you can enjoy a 60-day free trial of Norton 360 Deluxe.

• Up to 50 GB PC cloud backup
• Real time Threat protection and Smart Firewall
• Password manager
• PC SafeCam

The MSI trial offer is not available for existing Norton customers. If you have an active Norton subscription, you will need to opt-out of the existing subscription to be eligible for this offer. For Important Subscription, Pricing and Offer Details, please refer to NortonLifeLock License and Services Agreement. NortonLifeLock Product and Service Privacy Notices.

Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR) is an advanced PCI Express feature that enables the CPU to access the entire GPU frame buffer at once and improve performance.

CONNECTIVITY

CONNECTIVITY

• AUDIO
• MYSTIC LIGHT
• NETWORKING
• AUDIO BOOST 5ISOLATED ANALOGY STRUCTURE

AUDIO BOOST 5

• HIGH PERFORMANCE ALC4080 AUDIO PROCESSOR
• HIGH QUALITY AUDIO CAPACITORS
• HIGH QUALITY AUDIO JACKS WITH S/PDIF
• DEDICATED HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
• ISOLATED AUDIO SIGNAL
• DE-POP PROTECTION

THE ISOLATED ANALOGY STRUCTURE FOR AUDIO CONNECTORS

To provide clear voice, MSI develops a unique structure – Isolated Analogy Structure. The external metal framework of the audio connectors is separated from the internal layout, which ensures the sound quality crisp.

* The image above is an illustrative reference. Please refer to specification pages for more details.

• MYSTIC LIGHTSYNCHRONIZEDEDICATED JAF HEADER

GLOW YOUR PC

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.

EXTEND YOUR RGB EXPERIENCE WITH EASE

Add more color if you want! Mystic Light Extension pin header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system, without needing a separate RGB controller.

• A-RAINBOW V2
• RGB
• AMBIENT LINK

Supports 5V Addressable RGB devices. Compatible with ARGB Gen2 / Gen1 devices.

*Gen2 device only supports 7 RGB themes

Supports 12V RGB devices.

Synchronize lighting theme with compatible lighting devices.

ADDITIONAL FAN AND ARGB HEADER

The MSI exclusive JAF header allows MSI's own Daisy-Chained fan to operate with a single cable. Alternatively, the JAF header can be converted into additional ARGB gen 1 and FAN headers by using a dedicated Y-cable, streamlining and optimizing the entire building process.

ADDITIONAL ARGB HEADER

ADDITIONAL FAN HEADER

• 2.5G LAN & WI-FI 7WIFI 7 SOLUTION

HIGH-BANDWIDTH AND LOW-LATENCY NETWORK

MSI's premium network solution provides incredible data transfer speed for demanding users.

• Wi-Fi 7
• Bluetooth 5.4
• 2.5G LAN
• Exclusive magnetic antenna
• EZ Antenna with Magnetic Stand

THE NEXT GEN WI-FI SOLUTION – WI-FI 7

Wi-Fi 7 is the latest wireless solution that takes a huge leap forward with multiple improvements to meet the traffic demand brought and the growing number of wireless devices.

*Windows 11 compatibility only

Upgrade to Wi-Fi 7Data Transfer RateChannel SizeHigher Order ModulationMulti-Link Operation

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) introduced higher speeds, wider channels, improved efficiency, and reduced latency over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). It also improved battery life and provided better performance in crowded environments.